Part-Time Nursery Cleaner – Flexible Hours & Benefits

Second Steps Day Nursery; Basildon; On-site; GBP 9,100 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday pro-rata

Extra annual leave 1 day per year (up

Employee of the month scheme

Pension contributions

Free Counselling service 24/7

Job summary

Second Steps Day Nursery in Basildon is seeking a part-time cleaner to maintain a clean, hygienic and safe environment across the nursery, ensuring areas are prepared for children, staff and visitors. The role supports the smooth daily operation by upholding high standards of cleanliness and presentation.

Working: Monday – Friday either: 5:30am – 7:30am or 17:30–19:30. The post requires reliability, attention to detail and the ability to follow cleaning schedules and health and safety

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience is desirable.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Willingness to follow safeguarding, health and safety, and infection control procedures.
• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) – pro-rata for part-time staff
• 1 additional extra day of annual leave for each year worked (up to a maximum of 5 days)
• Employee of the month scheme
• Pension contributions
• Free Counselling service offered 24/7

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitise all nursery areas, including playrooms, bathrooms, staff areas and communal spaces.
• Follow a daily / weekly cleaning schedule as directed by the nursery manager.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and wipe down surfaces as required.
• Empty bins and dispose of waste appropriately.
• Replenish cleaning supplies and notify the manager when stock is low.
• Ensure all cleaning equipment is used safely and stored correctly.
• Follow nursery hygiene procedures and adhere to health and safety guidelines.
• Report any maintenance issues or hazards to the Nursery Manager.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Punctuality

Independent worker

Job description

Second Steps Day Nursery in Basildon is seeking a part-time cleaner to maintain a clean, hygienic and safe environment across the nursery, ensuring areas are prepared for children, staff and visitors. The role supports the smooth daily operation by upholding high standards of cleanliness and presentation.

Working: Monday – Friday either: 5:30am – 7:30am or 17:30–19:30. The post requires reliability, attention to detail and the ability to follow cleaning schedules and health and safety