Role: Christmas Temporary Nanny - Live In
Location: Berkshire
Salary: £20 - £25 per hour with a premium available for key festive days
Work Schedule: 7 days per week (Monday - Friday 12 hours, Saturday & Sunday 11 hours)
Dates: 20th December 2026 - 3rd January 2027
Accommodation: Live-in preferred - own bedroom, ensuite and private sitting room provided

Overview and Opportunity

A private family is seeking an experienced Temporary Nanny to provide high-quality childcare throughout the Christmas and New Year period.
The family have three children aged 7, 5 and 2, and the role will involve a mixture of sole charge and shared care. There will be some natural breaks, particularly around festive days, when the nanny may not be required to work but will be expected to remain on call.
The ideal candidate will be a confident, experienced nanny who is comfortable working within a busy private household and collaborating with other household staff.

Job Description

The successful candidate will provide attentive and engaging care for all three children, whilst maintaining their established routines and creating fun, stimulating activities throughout the Christmas holidays.
The nanny will also be responsible for cooking for the children and supporting with the organisation of their bedrooms and play areas.

Role Responsibilities

Providing attentive childcare for three children aged 7, 5 and 2, including sole and shared care
Supporting the toddler with nap routines, developmental activities and age-appropriate care
Planning fun, engaging and stimulating Christmas holiday activities
Maintaining the children's established routines and schedules
Preparing full meals and snacks for all three children
Keeping children's bedrooms and play areas clean, tidy and organised
Working collaboratively with other household staff
Supporting the smooth running of the household and remaining on call during agreed break periods

Candidate Requirements

Proven long-term experience as a professional nanny
Experience caring for children of similar ages, with a strong understanding of developmental milestones
Confident, professional and well-presented
Comfortable working within busy private households
Highly organised with the ability to multitask
A genuine team player who works well alongside other household staff
Confident and experienced home cook
Full, clean driving licence and confident driver
Ideally available to live-in for the duration of the assignment
Available for the full duration of the Christmas assignment

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate of £20 - £25
Premium rates available for key festive days
Private bedroom, ensuite and sitting room provided
Opportunity to work within a prestigious Grade I Listed country house
Short-term Christmas and New Year assignment