Housekeeper Attendant

Responsibilities: To help clean the premises operated by Moon River Nursery and Preschool ensuring standards of cleanliness and hygiene are to a high standard and taking responsibility for the laundry. To help in the kitchen when the kitchen assistant is off.

Main duties:

• To help to clean all areas of the Nursery including toilets, kitchen, units and staff areas and communal areas in accordance with specific cleaning schedules formulated for the setting by the Nursery Owner/Manager. To check and put away deliveries as they arrive.
• Making sure the laundry is done regularly to ensure enough clean laundry for each day.
• To cover for the Kitchen Assistant when she is on holiday to support the Cook.

· To keep the room stocked up with supplies

• To ensure sufficient cleaning materials and supplies are kept in stock by informing the management team when supplies are running low.
• To remove all rubbish and put in approved outside bins ready for collection.
• To adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• To work in compliance with COSHH Regulations, Health and Safety legislation and within the guidelines of Ofsted and the Welfare Standards within the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Remaining aware and observant of health and safety issues in the nursery and where possible reducing the risk of accidents through preventative actions.
• Being aware of and complying with the risk assessment documentation of the nursery relevant to the role.
• Maintaining the safety of yourself and others by wearing any protective clothing / gloves as detailed on COSHH safety data sheets and COSHH / risk assessments for the nursery and ensuring all products are stored away after use.

· Provide feedback to the Owner/Manager where maintenance needs are noticed and required in order to maintain high standards of cleanliness.

· To secure the building if working after the nursery day has finished.

· To be aware of own safety at all times if lone working.

· To work as part of a team and contribute positively to that staff team.

· Ensure that no complaints are received from parents or staff about dirt or lack of hygiene. In the event of a complaint swift action is taken to ensure there is no repeat

· To ensure that all information pertaining to Moon River, its operation, children, staff and parents remains confidential.

· To go about your duties with a positive and enthusiastic attitude - to be confident, hardworking and conscientious, and at all times promote good practice.

· To promote at all time’s good relations between staff members, parents and children, and at all times promote the good name and ethos of Moon River.

· To undertake any other reasonable responsibilities or duties as appropriate, at the request of the Nursery Owner/Manager

Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Permanent

Pay: £11.44 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 30 per week

Schedule:

• No weekends

Experience:

• housekeeping: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 17/05/2024
Expected start date: 01/06/2024