Job Summary:
Are you a playful, creative, and proactive nanny looking for a long-term position with a wonderful family? We are looking for someone to join our family and care for our 3-year-old daughter and newborn (arriving in June).
About Us: We’ve recently settled in Queens Park after moving around, and we’re looking for a nurturing and warm nanny to help support mum, become a part of our family, and establish a strong bond with our daughter before the new baby arrives.
We’re looking for someone who can build a lasting relationship with our daughter, and become an integral part of the family. We value a sense of fun and warmth, and we want our nanny to be someone who is excited about being with us long-term. Dad is often away, and we need someone who is happy to “muck in” where needed.
If you are a loving, playful, and proactive nanny, with a passion for children and family life, we would love to hear from you!
Days and Hours:
• From now: Monday to Friday, 2pm to 6pm (during term time) – £21 to £23 gross per hour
• Holidays: 9am to 5pm (school holidays: Easter, summer) – Easter may require travel with the family on holiday – £21 to £23 gross per hour
• From June (when baby arrives): Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm
The family can offer live in during the week too – own bedroom with ensuite
Job specification:
• Care for our 3-year-old: Nursery pick-up, play, activities, bath, dinner, bedtime
• Support mum: Share in childcare duties and work well as a team – extra pair of hands
• Cooking & meal prep: Plan and prepare healthy meals, snacks, and packed lunches
• Light household duties: Laundry for the children, keeping play areas tidy, organising toys and wardrobes
• Being at home to support with delivery pick up/overseeing any odd jobs needed in the house
• Newborn care (after June): Nappy changes, sterilising bottles, naps, walks
Candidate specification:
• Creative & energetic: Someone who enjoys coming up with games and activities that engage and entertain
• Montessori approach: Let the child’s imagination lead the way, while nurturing their development with structure
• Firm but loving: Gentle, with clear boundaries and a calm, mature demeanor
• Organised & routine-oriented: Family thrives on a solid routine, and you should be someone who values consistency
• Experience with children: Ideally, you have prior experience with both toddlers and newborns
• Confident cook: You enjoy preparing healthy, balanced meals
• Team player: You’ll work closely with mum and be comfortable when she’s around
• Flexible: Open to traveling with the family during school holidays (up to two weeks at a time)
Enhanced DBS check required at offer stage & and a current First Aid Certificate
How to apply:
Applying for this position: Please email your interest in this position to [email protected] Please ensure you include the reference number for the position you are applying for (found at the top of the advert). For candidates who are not currently registered with Eden Private Staff, please include an up-to-date CV when applying. Applicants for this position should have excellent checkable references and a valid DBS. Please note we only register candidates with a minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role. If applying for a UK based role, please ensure you have the correct right to work documentation as we are unable to support with visa applications or sponsorships.