Housekeeper

Housekeeper

Job type: Part time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £12.22 an hour
Contracted Hours: 25 hours per week, from 9.30 to 14.30

About the Role

As a Housekeeper, you will play a key role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for children, staff, and visitors. This position involves a variety of cleaning and housekeeping tasks essential for the smooth operation of the nursery. The housekeeper ensures that all areas are hygienic and well-maintained, contributing significantly to the overall well-being of the nursery community.

 About the Nursery 

Tops Havant Nursery is a 54 place Day Nursery & Pre-School situated in Stockheath Lane, Portsmouth. The nursery run several extra-curricular activities including Tops Forest School, cooking school, Boogie Mites, yoga, meditation and much more!

What does the role involve?

• Clean and disinfect classrooms, play areas, restrooms, kitchens, and common areas.
• Dust and wipe down surfaces, including tables, chairs, shelves, and windowsills.
• Ensure toys and play equipment are cleaned and sanitized regularly.
• Inform nursery manager of equipment or supplies needed when running out
• Clean and disinfect toilets, sinks, and changing areas.
• Replenish soap, toilet paper, and paper towels as needed
• Wash, dry, fold, and store nursery linens, towels, and children's bedding.
• Ensure all laundry is handled hygienically and stored appropriately.
• Empty and dispose of trash and recycling bins regularly.
• Ensure waste is segregated and disposed of according to nursery guidelines.
• Report any maintenance issues, broken equipment, or safety hazards to the Nursery Manager promptly.
• Adhere to nursery policies and health and safety guidelines, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Complete fogging if and when needed following all H/S guidelines

What are we looking for? 

• Previous experience in a housekeeping or cleaning role, preferably in a childcare or educational setting.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently without constant supervision.
• Good physical stamina and the ability to perform manual tasks, including lifting and moving furniture and equipment.
• Good communication skills to interact effectively with staff and report issues as needed.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us 

At Tops Day Nurseries, we believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and dedication. Here are some of the fantastic benefits you’ll enjoy as part of our family:

Annual Bonus Scheme: As an Employee-Owned Company, you’ll share in our success. Each May, you’ll have the opportunity to receive a bonus from our profit shares.

Childcare Discount: Enjoy up to 60% off childcare within Tops Day Nurseries, making it easier for you to balance work and family life.

Flexible Working Options: Make the Most of Your Time Off with Compressed Hours. By working compressed hours, you could gain up to 48 extra days off per year. Alternatively, if you work nine days over a two-week period, you’ll receive up to 24 additional days off annually. And that’s in addition to your standard holiday allowance!

Proud to be a World’s Happiest Workplace: Tops Day Nurseries has been officially certified as a World’s Happiest Workplace for 2025, recognising our commitment to employee well-being, career growth, and a positive workplace culture.

Holiday Allowance: Take advantage of 29 days of holiday to relax and recharge.

Wellbeing Day: For you to enjoy the way you would like.Take a step back, unwind, and focus on the things that bring you joy and relaxation.

Free meals: Our nurseries are proud to provide free breakfast to our colleagues as part of our commitment to supporting your well-being. Enjoy freshly prepared meals each day, ensuring you're energized and ready to provide the best care and education for the children we nurture.

Employee Recognition: Access to the Blue Light Card, offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.

Employee Recognition Platform: Access our reward and recognition platform, Each Person, for Gym discounts, Cycle2Work benefits, GP on demand, Cinema deals, Diesel Savings Card, and cashback on your favourite supermarkets and high street retailers. We also use Each person to celebrate employee of the month!

Health and Wellbeing Support: We’ve got you covered with NHS Prescription Charges, Optical Care, and Dental Treatment.

Career Development: We’re committed to your growth and offer fantastic opportunities for career advancement.

Travel and Parking Season Ticket loan: Borrow up to £500 interest-free and spread the expense easily, whether for public transport or parking.

Why Tops Day Nurseries? 

We are a leading early education and childcare provider in South England, established in 1990. We promote environmental sustainability and social responsibility by educating today’s children to influence future generations. We value respect, open communication, and teamwork, fostering a positive, purpose-driven work environment.

As an Employee-Owned Company, our colleagues are co-owners, benefiting from the company’s growth through annual profit-sharing bonuses. We're also  proud to rank 9th in the 2024 Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK, offering career development from Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeships to Nursery Manager or Early Years Teacher.

Exciting? We think so! Your journey starts here, so take the first step to become part of Tops Team by clicking apply!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status. All candidates will be required to have an enhanced DBS which is on the update service. All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks. This role involves regulated activity with children. You should not apply if you are on the Childrens’ Barred List.