A short-term nightly maternity nurse role in North London supporting first-time parents with feeding, settling and establishing early routines.

Job Summary
This is a supportive role suited to an experienced maternity nurse who can provide calm guidance and help first-time parents feel confident in the early weeks. A first-time family based in Tufnell Park are seeking a Nightly Maternity Nurse to support them during the first two weeks following the birth of their baby. Mum is hoping to breastfeed and would value experienced support to help establish feeding, alongside guidance in settling and creating early sleep habits. The parents are keen to get into the rhythm of life with a newborn and would appreciate practical advice and reassurance during this time. The focus of the role will be on helping the family build confidence, offering calm and consistent support, and laying the foundations for a gentle and manageable routine.

Job Specification
• Supporting breastfeeding and early feeding routines
• Assisting with settling and encouraging healthy sleep habits
• Offering guidance and reassurance to first-time parents
• Supporting the development of early routines
• Managing nursery duties overnight

Candidate Specification
• Experienced maternity nurse with strong newborn knowledge
• Confident supporting breastfeeding and feeding
• Warm, calm and reassuring in approach
• Strong communicator, able to offer gentle guidance
• Supportive and confidence-building with first-time parents

Accommodation: Spare bedroom, shared bathroom

This role is being recruited by Eden Private Staff, specialists in private household recruitment for over 25 years.

Applying for this position: Please email your interest in this position to ma@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 that 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, a valid DBS [CRB] and a current Paediatric First Aid Certificate. Please note we only register candidates with a minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role. Candidates to be paid weekly or at the end of the booking. 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.