Cleaning Assistant

Job Title: Nursery Cleaner

Location: South West

Pay: £12.30 per hour

Hours: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Monday to Friday (5 days per week)

Company: Abacus Ark Nursery Group

Join Our Team as a Nursery Cleaner

Abacus Ark is a growing nursery group in London, providing a safe and nurturing environment for young children. We are looking for reliable and detail-oriented cleaners to help maintain high hygiene standards in our nurseries.

Benefits:

-£12.30 per hour

-Stable, long-term work with a welcoming team

-A positive working environment in a childcare setting

Key Responsibilities

Cleaning Duties:

• Clean and sanitize all areas of the nursery, including rooms, toilets, kitchen, and communal spaces.
• Ensure floors are vacuumed, mopped, and free of debris.
• Regularly wipe down and disinfect tables, chairs, toys, and play equipment.
• Empty bins and dispose of waste appropriately, following hygiene and recycling guidelines.
• Refill soap dispensers, paper towels, and other hygiene supplies.
• Follow nursery cleaning schedules and infection control policies.

Supporting Staff & Children:

• Assist in setting up and tidying play areas before and after activities.
• Support staff with cleaning before/after children’s meal times
• Help maintain a safe environment by reporting any maintenance issues or hazards.
• Provide occasional supervision support if needed (under staff guidance).
• Be friendly and approachable, fostering a warm and caring atmosphere for children.
• Person Specification:

Essential:

• Previous experience in a cleaning or housekeeping role (preferably in a childcare setting)
• Understanding of hygiene and health & safety regulations.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.
• Friendly, professional and approachable, with a caring attitude towards children.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Enhanced DBS check required (provided by the nursery)