Nursery Cleaner

Join the Finkley Nurseries Team as a Nursery Cleaner

Location:

Andover – Finkley Down Farm Nursery.

Hours:

Part‑time – 1.5 hours per night after 6pm, 5 days per week, Monday to Friday, working closely with a colleague to complete the nursery clean. Salary: £13 per hour.

Additional hours will become available in due course.

At Finkley Nurseries, we believe in creating a nurturing environment where children can embark on exciting adventures every day. Our ethos — Happy Children. Happy Parents. Happy Staff. — is at the heart of everything we do. With our unique settings, including access to Finkley Down Farm, Solstice Play and our private Bertie Bus for outings, we offer unparalleled experiences for both children and staff.

• Competitive salary that reflects experience and responsibilities.
• Supportive work environment where you will be valued and encouraged.
• Employee benefits:
  
  access to wellness programs and social events with the team.
• Work‑life balance: flexible working hours to suit personal commitments.
• Training and development: on‑the‑job training to help you feel confident and develop new skills.

To maintain a high standard of cleanliness, hygiene, and safety throughout the children’s nursery, ensuring a clean, healthy, and welcoming environment for children, staff, and visitors in line with health and safety regulations and early years standards.

• Clean and sanitise all nursery rooms, including play areas, sleep rooms, and learning spaces following guided sheets.
• Thoroughly clean and disinfect toilets, washrooms, and nappy-changing areas.
• Clean kitchens and food preparation areas in line with food hygiene standards.
• Wash, disinfect, and store cleaning equipment safely after use.
• Empty bins and safely dispose of waste and recycling.
• Clean floors (sweeping, mopping, vacuuming) and surfaces daily.
• Clean high‑touch points such as door handles, light switches and mirrors.
• Replenish soap, paper towels, toilet roll, and other hygiene supplies.
• Follow colour‑coded cleaning systems and COSHH guidelines.
• Report any maintenance issues, hazards, or damaged equipment.
• Ensure cleaning chemicals are stored securely and out of children’s reach.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect the nursery environment at all times.

• Previous cleaning experience (preferably in a childcare, school, or healthcare setting).
• Good understanding of hygiene and cleanliness standards.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
• Attention to detail.

• Knowledge of COSHH and infection control procedures.
• Experience working in a nursery, school, or similar environment.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one).

Attraction Nurseries is an equal opportunities employer. All positions are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.