Nursery Housekeeper

**Location**: Dependant on business needs

**Reports To**: Nursery Manager

As a Nursery Housekeeper, you will be responsible for the meticulous and thorough cleaning and sanitation all areas of your nursery setting. As an integral part of the nursery team, you will support the Educators to maintain a clean, presentable, safe and well-maintained environment for the children. You will have an eye for detail and a commitment to ensuring our high standards are exceeded, reflecting this in your work whilst carefully following COSHH and all relevant policies and procedures. You will be required to work either before our nursery opens at 7:30am or towards the end of the day after 5pm. A full UK driving licence or close proximity to the nursery is essential for this role and you will be a reliable and responsible key holder.

Due to the changing nature of the service we provide, this job description will not be an exhaustive list of all your duties. Cherubs Nurseries reserves the right to amend this job description should it be deemed necessary. You have a personal and professional responsibility to inform us immediately of any change in your circumstances that might affect your suitability to work with children.

Description of Duties

**Deliver**: Deliver an amazing service, for both our children and families

Clean all areas of the nursery including toilets, kitchen, play rooms and staff areas.
Clean all surfaces including tables, chairs, shelves, sinks, windows and doors - paying special attention to “high contact” areas including security access panels, door handles and light switches.
Vacuuming, sweeping and mopping of all areas.
Empty all litter bins and remove waste from the setting, disposing of it appropriately in either general waste, recycling or sanitary bins.
Ensure all high and low level dusting is completed, including underneath furniture.
Assist with the daily washing of nursery laundry including washing, drying and storage.
Assist with the deep cleanse of the nursery when required, including carpet cleaning and steralisation of toys and equipment.
**Take Ownership**: Take ownership in everything, always being honest and transparent

Ensure there is sufficient stock levels and correct equipment within the nursery, ensuring shortages do not prevent a high level of cleaning.
Take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and any other person who may be affected by your activities.
Complete all duties in accordance with the setting and company guidelines, completing weekly diary sheets and checklists where applicable.
Be aware and comply with all COSHH documents and their contents.
Present yourself in a presentable and professional manner, always “Dressed for Service”.
**Commit**: Commit to continuous improvement, always strive to be and do the best

Ensure attendance at any company training or meetings, where applicable to your role.
Undertake any other duties which may reasonably be regarded as within the nature of the duties and responsibilities of the post.
**Embrace**: Embrace creativity and innovation - these are what keep our service fresh unique

and inspiring

Comply with Cherubs Nurseries operating policies and procedures at all times.
**Build**: Build a positive and progressive team environment where everyone is united and able to

shine

Ensure all company confidentiality procedures are adhered to.
Professionally and effectively liaise with the Assistant Nursery Manager and Nursery Manager, reporting any maintenance issues.
Experience

Cleaning and/or housekeeping experience

Knowledge of/training in COSHH is advantageous but not essential