Nursery Housekeeper/Cook

Little Orchard Montessori Nurseries Ltd; Ivybridge; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare Discount

Company Pension

Lots of training available

Free and Confidential, Counselling hel

Exclusive staff benefit discount club

Job summary

Little Orchard Montessori Nurseries Ltd is seeking a reliable Nursery Housekeeper to maintain cleanliness and organisation across the nursery. You will help create a welcoming and safe environment for children, staff and families.

Responsibilities include kitchen duties, laundry, restocking supplies and ensuring high hygiene standards in all areas. You’ll work both independently and as part of a supportive team, following safeguarding and health & safety policies.

Qualifications

• Reliable, punctual and well-organised, with attention to detail.
• Able to work effectively both independently and in a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve children’s nursery teas in line with dietary requirements.
• Tidy and clean the kitchen area and sanitise surfaces.
• Load and unload washing machines and tumble dryers for laundry duties.
• Refill essentials across nursery areas (paper towels, soap, toilet rolls).
• Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of communal areas.
• Work as part of a supportive team and independently as needed.
• Follow safeguarding, hygiene and health & safety procedures.

Skills

Reliable

Punctual

Well-organised

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a reliable and proactive Nursery Housekeeper to join our team. The successful candidate will help maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation within the nursery, ensuring a welcoming and safe environment for children, staff, and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve children’s nursery teas in line with dietary requirements and allergy policies.

• Tidy and clean the kitchen area, including washing up and ensuring surfaces are sanitised.

• Load and unload washing machines and tumble dryers, assisting with laundry duties as needed.

• Refill essential supplies such as paper towels, soap, and toilet rolls across nursery areas.

• Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of communal areas.

• Work as part of a supportive team, while also being confident to work independently and manage own tasks.

• Follow nursery health & safety, safeguarding, and hygiene procedures at all times.

Person Specification

• Reliable, punctual, and well-organised.

• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Attention to detail and commitment to high standards of cleanliness.

• Previous experience in housekeeping, catering, or a similar role is desirable but not essential.

Safeguarding Statement

Little Orchard Montessori NUrsery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Employment will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which will be funded by the company.

Benefits

• Childcare Discount
• Company Pension
• Lots of training available
• Free and Confidential, Counselling helpline for staff members and family
• Exclusive staff benefit discount club