A maternity nurse role supporting a second-time family, providing newborn care, breastfeeding support, routine guidance, and inclusive support for an older sibling within a private household environment.

Job Summery
This is a structured maternity nurse role suited to an experienced professional who combines strong newborn knowledge with a warm, family-focused approach. The position requires a candidate who is confident guiding parents through feeding and routine establishment while working collaboratively and respectfully within the family home. This private family are seeking a maternity nurse to support them following the arrival of their new baby. Whilst the parents have previous experience of newborn care, they would value a knowledgeable professional who can provide gentle guidance around feeding, sleep, and routine during the early months. The family are looking for a calm, approachable candidate who can help create structure without becoming overly rigid. The mother describes herself as naturally relaxed and would appreciate a maternity nurse who can provide friendly guidance and help maintain consistency where appropriate.
An older sibling is also part of the household. Whilst no direct childcare responsibilities are anticipated due to existing childcare arrangements, the family would value a maternity nurse who understands the importance of helping older children feel included and involved during the transition to life with a new baby.

Job Specification
• Supporting breastfeeding and the introduction of expressed milk feeds
• Establishing and maintaining age-appropriate routines and sleep foundations
• Offering practical guidance and reassurance to the parents
• Encouraging positive sibling involvement and inclusion
• Maintaining clear communication with the family regarding the baby's progress

Candidate Specification
• Strong knowledge of breastfeeding, expressing, and newborn routines
• Warm, kind, and family-focused approach
• Calm, friendly, and easy-going personality
• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
• Able to provide gentle structure without being overly prescriptive
• Comfortable integrating into family life whilst respecting privacy
• EU passport preferred German speaker a bonus but not essential.

Accommodation bed in the nursery

How to Apply
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.

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