Job requirements for daycare cleaning and dusting staff
Because they work directly around young children, reliability and a child-friendly demeanour are highly valued. Here is a detailed breakdown of the role:
Job Requirements & Qualifications
• Education: No formal degree required; ability to read basic safety labels and follow verbal instructions is sufficient.
• Background Check: Mandatory criminal record verification and character references (essential for child safety).
• Health & Hygiene: Must be neat, cleanly dressed, and free from contagious illnesses. Vaccinations may be required.
• Experience: Previous experience cleaning schools, hospitals, or private homes is preferred.
• Language Known: Hindi Must
Key Responsibilities
• Dusting & Wiping: Daily dusting of low and high surfaces, including shelves, toy racks, windowsills, and door handles.
• Deep Sanitization: Disinfecting plastic toys, play mats, cribs, and tables using child-safe, non-toxic cleaning agents.
• Floor Care: Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming classrooms and play areas multiple times a day to prevent dust accumulation.
• Restroom Maintenance: Hourly cleaning and sanitizing of children's toilets, sinks, and diaper-changing stations.
• Waste Disposal: Emptying trash bins, managing diaper disposal systems, and ensuring sharp or hazardous objects are safely discarded.
• Assistance (Optional): In some setups, helping teachers clean up spilled food, drinks, or paint immediately.
Working Hours & Timings
• Full-Time Shifts: 9am to 7pm
• Part-Time Shifts: 5 hours (e.g., 9 AM – 2:30 PM or 2:00 PM – 7:30 PM) focusing on peak cleanup times.
Salary Expectations
• Full-Time Monthly Pay: ₹7,000 to ₹8,000 per month, depending on the size of the daycare facility.
• Part-Time Monthly Pay: ₹4000 to ₹4500 per month.