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Posted 27 August, 2026

Nursery Cleaner

Family First Nursery Group
Langdon Hills, England, United Kingdom Full Time
Reference: 7d045a37-e804-440b-af9b-4c537c52d352

Join Our Team as a Nursery Cleaner / Housekeeper!

Location: Just Imagine Day Nursery - Vange

Type: Permanent | Hours: 10 Hours Per Week

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Perks: 75% Childcare Discount | Birthday Off | Employee Wellbeing Programme

Why This Role is Perfect for You

Are you searching for a part-time position that fits seamlessly into your life while making a meaningful impact on children's lives? Look no further! At Just Imagine Day Nursery - Vange, we are on the lookout for a dedicated and hardworking Nursery Housekeeper to help us maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for children, families, and staff.

In this vital behind-the-scenes role, you will ensure our playrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and communal areas are kept to the highest standards every day. Your efforts will help create a nurturing space where children can learn, play, and thrive!

Flexible Working Hours

We understand the importance of flexibility! This role is ideal for parents, school-hour workers, students, or anyone seeking a regular part-time position. We can adjust working hours for the right candidate.

What We Offer

  • 75% childcare discount
  • 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off
  • Employee wellbeing and assistance programme
  • Tailored learning and development opportunities
  • Refer a Friend bonus scheme
  • Supportive and welcoming team environment
  • Opportunities for growth within the Family First Group

Your Responsibilities

As our Nursery Housekeeper, you will play a key role in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene throughout the nursery. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Cleaning and maintaining playrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and communal areas
  • Sweeping, mopping, dusting, sanitising surfaces, and emptying bins
  • Cleaning and disinfecting children's bathrooms, nappy changing areas, and high-touch surfaces
  • Supporting laundry duties, including washing, drying, folding, and organising nursery linen
  • Assisting with washing up and maintaining cleanliness in kitchen areas
  • Using cleaning products and equipment safely and appropriately
  • Monitoring cleaning stock levels and reporting replenishment needs
  • Following Health & Safety, COSHH, infection control, and safeguarding procedures
  • Supporting periodic deep cleaning tasks as required
  • Collaborating closely with the nursery team to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all

What We're Looking For

Essential:

  • Reliable and punctual
  • Able to work independently
  • Good attention to detail
  • Takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness
  • Positive and proactive approach to work

Desirable:

  • Previous cleaning or housekeeping experience
  • Knowledge of safe cleaning practices and COSHH procedures
  • Experience working in a nursery, school, healthcare, or similar environment

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are looking for a rewarding part-time role where your work truly makes a difference every day, we would love to hear from you!

At Just Imagine Day Nursery - Vange, we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts, and this position will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

Join us at Just Imagine Day Nursery - Vange, part of the Family First Group, where we treat everyone with respect and equality. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices for all children and families.

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