Early Years Housekeeper

About the Role

Join Bright Horizons Little Stars Day Nursery located in Harwell, England, where you will play a vital role in maintaining a clean and safe environment for children, staff, and families. The nursery, which accommodates 63 children and holds a 'Good' Ofsted rating, features well-resourced rooms, a spacious garden for outdoor learning, and offers extracurricular activities including Forest School.

Responsibilities

As an Early Years Housekeeper, your main duties will include consistently ensuring the cleanliness and hygiene of children's bathrooms and nappy-changing areas throughout the day, managing daily laundry tasks, and assisting with additional nursery duties such as supporting during mealtimes and cleaning nursery equipment.

Requirements

• Prior experience in cleaning within either domestic or commercial environments is essential.
• Possession of Food Safety Certification at CIEH Level 2 or equivalent, with the qualification to be obtained by the first day of employment.
• Thorough understanding of COSHH regulations and health and safety standards.
• Strong communication abilities to engage effectively with colleagues, children, and parents.

Additional Information

• Contracted hours are 40 per week, Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
• The role is based onsite in Harwell with parking facilities and good public transport options.
• The position is subject to safer recruitment procedures including enhanced DBS checks prior to confirmation of appointment.
• The employer promotes inclusion and is open to candidates from all backgrounds and ages, offering reasonable adjustments where needed.

Benefits

• 40% childcare discount for the first child*
• Enhanced parental leave options
• Twenty days of annual leave plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure, with the opportunity to purchase additional leave*
• Employee pension scheme
• Access to financial and wellbeing benefits such as continuous virtual GP services, early wage access, and more
• Participation in a professional development program with career coaching available