Nursery Housekeeper

Job Title:      Nursery Housekeeper

Reports to:   Nursery Manager / Deputy Nursery Managers

Key Responsibilities

• To ensure the kitchen is kept clean and clear, collect, load and unload dishwasher and serve meals and snacks taking into account children’s dietary requirements.
• To complete daily, weekly and monthly Health & Safety checks as required.
• To ensure the laundry room is kept clean and clear.
• To collect, load and unload washing machine and dry and fold in timely manner.
• To ensure laundry is washed appropriately according to soiling on the materials in accordance with the Health & Safety policy.
• To support the Nursery Cleaners with cleaning duties in and around the Nursery.
• To support the smooth running of the Nursery by covering lunch breaks to relieve Nursery staff and provide suitable childcare cover during these scheduled times.
• To support the staff in day-to-day tasks including but not limited to unpacking deliveries.
• To ensure the Nursery is kept tidy and safe for children, staff and visitors.
• To report any maintenance issues that prevent safe and efficient cleaning of these areas.
• To remove all bottles and recyclable materials to the relevant position or bin and ensure anything recyclable is recycled.
• To ensure there is sufficient stock levels of cleaning materials and correct equipment within the Nursery.
• To ensure areas are kept secure at all times.
• To be committed to the safgeguarding of all children.
• To observe and comply with the College’s Healthy and Safety policy and Code of Practice.
• To observe COSHH regulations and the safe use of chemicals.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Nursery Manager or Deputies.

Skills and Qualifications

• Able to undertake the physical requirements of the role, including regular moving, lifting, carrying and handling of equipment, laundry and supplies, with or without reasonable adjustments.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute to the smooth day-to-day operation of the Nursery.
• Able to follow health and safety procedures and maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Reliable, flexible and able to work using initiative where appropriate.
• Able to communicate effectively with colleagues, parents and visitors in a professional manner.

Desirable Criteria

• Previous experience in a housekeeping, cleaning, facilities, hospitality or similar environment.
• Experience of working in a customer-facing role.
• Experience of working in an educational, childcare or nursery setting.
• Knowledge of safe manual handling practices.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety procedures.
• First Aid qualification or willingness to undertake training.

Application Procedure:

Applications should be made using the application form. Candidates are asked to add a covering letter setting out, as succinctly as possible, their reasons for applying for the position at Lancing.

Application forms are available from the College website www.lancingcollege.org.uk.

Please send any emails to recruitment@lancing.org.uk

A full curriculum vitae and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of a minimum of two referees, one of whom should be the candidate’s current or most recent employer should be included with the application.