Nursery Housekeeper

Fennies Day Nurseries Ltd; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 15,153 - 17,908; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

20 days annual leave increasing with service

Summer BBQs and Christmas events

Job summary

Fennies Day Nurseries Ltd in Tandridge seeks a dedicated Nursery Housekeeper to ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. This role supports educators and children's well-being while following hygiene and safety standards.

Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness and organization, collaborating with the team, and implementing cleaning schedules. No prior experience is necessary; dedication and a proactive attitude are key.

The position offers up to £12.71 per hour for 15 hours a week, including a performance-related bonus and generous leave policy.

Qualifications

• Dedicated to maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment.
• Supportive team player with a commitment to high standards of cleanliness.
• Proactive and dependable, able to use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment across the nursery.
• Work collaboratively with the wider team.
• Follow cleaning schedules and hygiene procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Job description

Opportunity to earn a performance‑related bonus
15 hours per week, 5 days, 6pm–9pm

Create clean and safe spaces that welcome children and teams to grow, thrive and enjoy every day.

At Fennies, we know that a well‑maintained environment is a key part of early child development. As a Housekeeper, you’ll support the nursery team by keeping rooms organised and hygienic, so they are ready for high‑quality learning throughout the day.

Why join Fennies?

We support our team members with great benefits and a positive working environment.

Competitive salary and bonus

• Up to £12.71 per hour
• Opportunity to earn a performance‑related bonus

Work‑life balance

• 5 days a week
• 20 days annual leave increasing by 1 day for every year of service (up to 25) plus bank holidays
• Summer BBQs, Christmas events and company celebrations
• Recognition and reward through the Fennies Club long‑service awards

About the role

As Nursery Housekeeper, you’ll play an important role in maintaining a clean and safe nursery environment. Your work supports children’s well‑being while helping educators focus on delivering exceptional care.

You will:

• Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment across the nursery
• Work collaboratively with the wider team
• Contribute towards a warm and respectful atmosphere for children and teams
• Always show strong attention to detail while respecting confidentiality and safeguarding
• Identify areas that need attention and take initiative to keep the nursery environment looking its best
• Follow cleaning schedules and hygiene procedures to support health and safety standards
• Help create calm, organised spaces that support children’s daily experiences

Your role is essential in ensuring every space reflects the high standards expected at Fennies and supports the children and teams to grow and thrive.

What we’re looking for

You don’t need previous experience. We’ll provide the support you need to succeed. You’re reliable, take pride in your work, and are committed to creating clean, organised spaces that help everything run smoothly.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Dedicated to maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment
• A supportive team player
• Organised and efficient
• Committed to high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation
• Proactive, dependable and able to use initiative
• Respectful of safeguarding, confidentiality and nursery procedures

Previous cleaning or housekeeping experience is helpful but not essential. We’ll provide the guidance and training you need.

Become part of the Fennies DNA

We’re family‑owned and family‑run; this guides our culture, our decision‑making, and what it feels like to be part of our team. From our supportive culture to our high‑quality environments, we’re committed to creating exceptional places to work and learn. Our People Promise inspires us to build the kind of culture that is ambitious, passionate and supportive. We provide the environment where you can:

• Be Yourself
• Come Together
• Be All In
• Go Further

Safeguarding

Fennies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide proof of identity. In line with Safer Recruitment guidance, online searches (including social media) may be conducted for shortlisted candidates.

Equal Opportunity

At Fennies, we celebrate diversity and believe inclusive teams create stronger learning environments for children. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.