Nanny

We are delighted to be working with a warm Italian/Swedish family based in Vauxhall. The household includes a 3.5-year-old daughter who attends a Montessori nursery in term time (half days Monday-Friday, with full days on Mondays), a 4-month-old baby, and a lively mini Dachshund. Mum is currently on maternity leave but returning to work later on in the year. The family is seeking an experienced, capable nanny to provide nurturing care and support with daily routines.

The Role
This is a wonderful opportunity for a proactive and caring nanny to join a busy household. You will be responsible for:

- Nursery drop-offs and pick-ups for the 3.5-year-old
- Caring for both children with warmth and confidence
- Planning and facilitating age-appropriate activities, including outdoor play, trips to the playground, farms, playgroups, and accompanying the eldest to activities such as swimming and ballet
- Preparing nutritious meals for the children and encouraging good table manners and independence
- Engaging the children in creative activities such as painting, drawing, and reading
- Light child-related household tasks (children’s laundry, keeping bedrooms tidy, wardrobe management etc)
- Booking and coordinating activities, classes, and playdates for the children
- Managing household inventory and restocking supplies (as needed)
- Coordinating dry cleaning and household laundry drop-offs/pick-ups
- Light administrative tasks such as filing and organising in the home
- Walking the family dog
- Building connections with other nannies and families in the local area

The Ideal Candidate

The family is looking for someone who is:

- Warm, competent, and caring with babies and toddlers
- Experienced and confident in managing a busy household
- Collaborative and communicative
- Reliable, punctual, and independent
- Enthusiastic about outdoor activities and finding engaging playgroups and outings
- Passionate about cooking and encouraging healthy eating
- Interested in fostering good manners, independence, and developmental milestones
- Patient and comfortable around dogs
- An Italian speaker is strongly preferred to help maintain the family's language at home
- Looking for a long-term position

Additional Information
- No travel required
- Driving not necessary
- Minimum requirements: up to date enhanced DBS, references and Right to Work in the UK
- No specific preference on years of experience, though experience with babies and toddlers is essential

If you are an experienced nanny who thrives in a dynamic family environment and can offer nurturing, structured care with a warm and proactive approach, we would love to hear from you.