Job description:

Housekeeper – Kents Hill Nursery, Milton Keynes

We are seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to join our team at our nursery in Kents Hill, Milton Keynes.

This role is based within the nursery opening hours with children present.

Hours & Pay

• 10 hours per week
• Monday to Friday, 11:00am – 1:00pm (all year round)
• £10.00 – £13.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness throughout the nursery.
• Keep bathroom areas thoroughly clean, stocked, and hygienic.
• Ensure surfaces, eating areas, tables, and chairs are cleaned after use.
• Keep supplies replenished (tabards, bibs, flannels, bedding, paper towels, etc.).
• Keep laundry up to date and nursery areas tidy.
• Carry out general dusting and cleaning as needed.
• Support nursery staff by providing cover when required.
• Report any concerns or issues to the Nursery Manager.
• Follow all nursery policies and procedures, including health & safety, safeguarding, equal opportunities, COSHH regulations, and OFSTED requirements.
• Work as a reliable, flexible, and professional member of the team.
• Undertake training relevant to the role as needed.

About Us
With over 30 years’ experience, Acorn is one of the leading childcare providers in Milton Keynes, Northampton, and Bedford. As a not-for-profit organisation, we put children’s well-being first. Our nurseries and out-of-school clubs are known for their homely feel, focus on nature-based learning, and commitment to supporting the professional growth of our staff.

Benefits:

As a thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to making Acorn a safe, nurturing and fun place for our children to be, we offer:

• Payscales that are competitive, transparent and reviewed annually
• 65% Childcare discount
• Generous family leave
• Christmas closure
• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays (and the option to buy more)
• 4 dedicated training days and individual development plans
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Cyclescheme
• Techscheme
• Length of Service awards
• Summer and Christmas parties
• Pay advances
• Employee assistance wellbeing programme