Cleaner, Wimborne Minster

Location: Wimborne, Dorset, United Kingdom Dorset
Job type: Full Time Permanent
Salary: £12.72 Hour
Contracted Hours: 40 hours per week

Why Join Tops Day Nurseries?

At Tops Day Nurseries, we’ve been shaping futures since 1990. As the UK’s largest employee-owned childcare group, we know that valuing people is the key to success. When you join us, you become more than an employee – you become a co‑owner with a voice, opportunities to grow, and a share in our success.

With over 30 nurseries across the South of England, we provide outstanding early years education and childcare for babies, toddlers, and preschool children. With opportunities for Apprenticeship, Nursery practitioners, Nursery Managers & Casual staff, we are always looking for passionate individuals to join us.

We’re proud to be recognised as a World’s Happiest Workplace 2025 and one of the Top 10 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK (2024).

About The Role

Our cleaner ensures the nursery premises is clean and tidy, including the laundry room. The cleaner also ensures stock is checked and reordered in sufficient time to maintain adequate supplies. The role requires operation of equipment such as vacuum cleaners, dishwashers, washing machines, tumble dryers and steam cleaners.

About The Nursery

Tops Wimborne is an 80‑place day nursery and preschool set within a beautiful conservation area, with exceptional access to outdoor learning environments. Located beside The Way Field, the nursery makes the most of nature with features such as a pond, orienteering routes and expansive outdoor spaces that bring learning beyond the classroom walls. The nursery also offers enriching experiences including Forest School, cooking school and yoga, creating a nurturing environment where children can explore, learn and thrive through active play and discovery.

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.

• Up to 60% childcare discount at Tops Day Nurseries
• Exclusive discounts & rewards via Blue Light Card and Each Person platform (gyms, cinema, shopping, travel & many more)
• Health & wellbeing support – NHS prescriptions, optical care & dental treatment
• A generous holiday allowance – including your birthday off & a wellbeing day!

What does the role involve?

• Disinfect surfaces, toys and furniture to maintain a hygienic environment.
• Empty bins and dispose of waste appropriately.
• Maintain cleanliness of communal areas, including kitchens and staff rooms.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum and dust all areas.
• Use correct cleaning equipment, materials and chemicals safely and appropriately.
• Report any problems, faults, or damage appropriately.

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience in a cleaning role (experience in a childcare or educational setting is a plus).
• Good understanding of hygiene and safety standards, particularly in environments where children are present.
• Aware of the company’s sustainable ethos, including active involvement with energy conservation and recycling.
• Attention to detail and ability to work efficiently and independently.
• Reliability, punctuality and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow cleaning schedules and complete tasks in a timely manner.

Important Safeguarding Information

Because this role involves regulated activity with children, all candidates must:

• Hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service. If you don’t yet have one, you’ll need to cover the cost.
• Be eligible to work in regulated roles – not on the Children’s Barred List.
• Successfully complete background and reference checks.

At Tops Day Nurseries, we are an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

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Excited to make a difference? Take the next step in your career and join Tops Day Nurseries.

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