Nanny-Housekeeper
Ref Number: RP-56297
Title: Summer Holiday Temporary Nanny Housekeeper
Nature of the business: Private Household
Location: Somerset
Salary: £25 gross per hour
Contract length: Temporary
Assignment Dates: 26th June 2026 – 7th September 2026
Intervals of pay: Weekly or Monthly (candidate preference)
Notice Period: One week
Children: Twins aged 4 (one boy and one girl)
Working Days & Hours: Monday – Friday | 08:00 – 16:00
Start Date: 26th June 2026
Benefit: Private live-in accommodation available Monday – Friday, including a private bedroom and bathroom, within a beautiful countryside family home.
Job Summary
A warm and welcoming family based in Somerset are seeking an energetic, proactive, and experienced Temporary Nanny Housekeeper to support them throughout the summer holidays.
The role will involve a combination of sole-charge childcare, activity planning, and household support for energetic 4-year-old twins. The family are looking for a candidate who can create a fun, engaging, and structured summer while ensuring the household runs smoothly during the busy holiday period.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a nanny who enjoys outdoor activities, organising adventures, and providing a positive and nurturing environment for young children.
Job Specification
Childcare Duties:
Sole-charge care of 4-year-old twins during the summer holidays
Planning fun, educational, and age-appropriate activities
Organising outings, day trips, park visits, swimming, and outdoor play
Supporting reading, learning, and developmental activities throughout the summer
Preparing healthy meals, snacks, and picnic lunches
Managing routines while remaining flexible during holiday periods
Supervising playdates and holiday activities
Packing bags and essentials for outings and activities
Assisting with travel and holiday preparations if required
Occasional babysitting or proxy parenting if needed
Housekeeping Duties:
Keeping children’s bedrooms and play areas organised and tidy
Managing children’s laundry, including swimwear and holiday clothing
General household tidying and organisation
Running errands and grocery shopping
Providing additional household support while the children are home full-time
Candidate Specification
Previous experience working as a nanny or nanny housekeeper within a private household
Confident caring for multiple young children
Energetic, engaging, and proactive approach
Organised and able to manage busy summer schedules
Confident swimmer and comfortable supervising swimming activities
Driver preferred
Flexible and adaptable attitude
Warm, fun, and nurturing personality
Confident managing sole-charge care
Excellent communication skills and professional presentation
Accommodation
Private live-in accommodation is available Monday – Friday whilst working, including a private bedroom and bathroom within the family home.
Compliance
Enhanced DBS required at offer stage.
How to apply:
Applying for this position:
Please email your interest in this position to RPapps@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 of 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 01/6/2026
Salary £25 per hour
Hours Monday – Friday | 08:00 – 16:00
Qualifications required Not specified
DBS checked Required
Required language English
Experience required Not specified
Driving license required Yes
Employment type Full time
Duration Temporary
Live in / out Live in