Driver

As a Nursery Driver, you will be responsible for the safe and timely transport of freshly prepared meals from our central kitchen to multiple nursery locations. You will play a crucial part in ensuring the smooth delivery of nutritious food to support the children's daily care., Collecting and delivering prepared meals to various nursery locations on a set schedule.
Ensuring food is transported safely in accordance with food hygiene and safety regulations.
Assisting with the loading and unloading of food containers.
Maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of the delivery vehicle.
Following all road safety laws and driving regulations while on duty.

A full, clean UK driving license.
Previous experience as a delivery driver (experience in food transport is a plus).
A good understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
Reliability, punctuality, and excellent time-management skills.
A friendly, professional attitude and strong communication skills.
Ability to handle light lifting and loading of food containers.

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.

Why Join Tops Day Nurseries?

At Tops Day Nurseries, we believe great childcare starts with great people. Since 1990, we have been creating inspiring early years environments where children thrive and colleagues are valued, supported, and given room to grow. As the UK's largest employee-owned childcare group, every team member has a voice, a stake in our success, and real opportunities to shape their future.

With more than 30 nurseries across the South of England, we offer rewarding opportunities for Apprentices, Nursery Practitioners, Nursery Managers, and Casual Staff who share our passion for outstanding early years care.

Proud winners of the 2026 King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development and recognised as a World's Happiest Workplace 2025, we are proud to be a place where people love to work and children love to learn., 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., Excited to make a difference? Take the next step in your career and join Tops Day Nurseries

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!