Ref: 2009, Morning Nanny / Mother’s Help – Hackney, E8

A family based in Hackney, E8, is looking for a proactive and reliable Morning Nanny / Mother’s Help to support with their toddler, newborn baby, and light household tasks.

The role will start in August and run on morning hours until November. From November, the position will move to afternoon hours.

Children
One boy aged 3 years old
One newborn baby due in July
The 3-year-old enjoys reading, Lego, puzzles, and going to the park. He eats well and has an established morning routine.

Working Hours
Monday to Friday
8:00am to 12:00pm
20 hours per week

From November, the role will switch to afternoons. Exact afternoon schedule to be confirmed.

Salary
£19 to £22 gross per hour
£380 to £440 gross per week

Start Date
August

Role Overview
The family is looking for someone proactive, organised, and confident taking initiative.

The role will include supporting the mother with the newborn, helping with the toddler’s morning routine, nursery drop-off, and keeping the home calm and functional during the morning.

The home is set over three floors, so the nanny must be comfortable working in a multi-level house.

French-speaking candidates are preferred, but the family is open to other profiles as long as the candidate speaks good English.

Main Responsibilities
Nanny Duties
Support with the newborn during the morning
Help with feeding, changing, settling, and general baby care
Assist with the toddler’s morning routine
Help the toddler get ready for nursery
Nursery drop-off
Engage with the toddler when needed
Read books
Support calm play with Lego, puzzles, and age-appropriate activities
Take initiative when supporting both children
Maintain a calm and organised morning routine
Maternity / Newborn Duties
Support the mother with newborn care
Prepare bottles if needed
Sterilise baby items if required
Change nappies
Help settle the baby
Keep baby areas tidy and organised
Support with baby laundry
Child-related Housekeeping
Children’s laundry
Simple meal preparation
Light tidying after the children
Keep the main living area functional and calm
Keep children’s areas organised
Tidy toys and books
No deep cleaning
Household Duties
Light laundry support
Simple meal preparation
Light tidying around the main living areas
Help keep the home organised during the morning
Take initiative where needed
Support the mother with practical household tasks
Requirements
Experience with newborns and toddlers
Confident supporting a mother with a newborn
Able to manage a toddler’s morning routine
Proactive and able to take initiative
Organised, calm, and reliable
Comfortable working in a house over three floors
French speaker preferred
Good level of English required
DBS and First Aid mandatory
If this matches your profile, please apply with your CV