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Benefit: An excellent position with a warm family in Holland Park, providing a generous salary and a positive, supportive household.
Job Summary:
A family is seeking a part-time nanny to care for their nearly 6-year-old son following the departure of their previous nanny, who returned to her home country. Both parents have demanding work schedules and often return home late, so they are looking for a reliable and supportive nanny to help during the afternoons and early evenings.
The role is approximately 30 hours per week, Monday - Friday 3:30 pm - 8 pm. Then to make up the 30 hours, weekend cover will be required when the family are not travelling this is always discussed in advance. Responsibilities include school pick-up, accompanying the child to activities, and supporting with homework, tutoring, and school projects. The home is located close to the school, and there is also a housekeeper who prepares meals.
General Duties:
• High level of English (Italian is a bonus)
• Background or education in childcare or early years education
• Strong understanding of child development and child nutrition
• Fun and engaging, while also being firm when needed
• Trustworthy and discreet
• Able to support learning, homework, and school projects
• Flexible, reliable, and communicative, able to work around parents’ schedules
• Driving not required, but a driver would be a bonus
Candidate Requirements:
• School pick-up
• Taking the child to after-school activities
• Supporting with homework, tutoring, and school projects
• Encouraging learning, creativity, and development through activities
• Providing structure and routine during the evening
• Child-related tidying where needed
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 PBapps@edenprivatestaff.com 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.
Start date ASAP
Salary £24-£28 gross per hour
Hours Not specified
Qualifications required Not specified
DBS checked Required
Required language English
Experience required Not specified
Driving license required No
Employment type Part time
Duration Permanent
Live in / out Live out