After School Nanny

Job Summary:
A loving family is looking for an experienced, nurturing, and proactive nanny to join them as a valued part of their team. This part-time role afternoon role involves caring for a toddler, supporting with a newborn, and collecting the eldest from nursery. The family welcomes someone who brings structure, creativity, and a deep understanding of child development - while also offering kind, collaborative support to mum at home.
If you're patient, energetic, and passionate about working with young children in a supportive and respectful household, this could be the perfect role for you. This is a home where your input will be valued, and your experience truly appreciated. It's a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a shared-care environment and wants to make a lasting impact.

Job specification:
• Pick up eldest child from nursery
• Engage the 2-year-old in stimulating, age-appropriate activities throughout the afternoon
• Handle child-related housekeeping tasks, such as tidying up toys, keeping play and eating areas clean, and managing the children’s laundry
• Prepare and serve dinner for both children, ensuring meals are age-appropriate, healthy, and aligned with family preferences
• Support with bath and bedtime routines, including helping both children wind down; eldest typically goes to bed by 8:00 PM
• Work in partnership with mum during shared care times when she is at home - offering support with either child as needed
• Maintain a consistent and nurturing daily routine, including scheduled nap times, mealtimes, and structured play sessions
• Occasionally accompany the children to local outings, playgroups, or pre-planned activities
• Assist with newborn care (e.g., bottle feeding, soothing, naptime support), especially when mum is focused on the older child
• Provide occasional evening babysitting, including later hours when arranged in advance
• Create a fun, engaging environment through singing, dancing, reading stories, arts & crafts, and other interactive activities to encourage development and bonding

Candidate specification:
• Experienced with both newborns and toddlers, confident in caring for children at different developmental stages
• Experience caring for multiple children simultaneously
• Strong understanding of child development - a background in psychology or early childhood education is a plus
• Mature and experienced, ideally someone who can offer support to mum and share knowledge in a respectful, collaborative way
• Experience with special educational needs (SEN) or sensory processing issues is a valuable bonus
• Energetic and engaging, able to provide focused attention and keep both children stimulated throughout the day
• Warm, kind, and friendly, with a naturally caring presence
• Skilled in maintaining structure and routine, while remaining adaptable to the family's evolving needs
• Highly nurturing and affectionate, creating a loving and secure environment for the children
• Patient and understanding, able to calmly manage challenging moments with empathy
• Able to guide and teach gently, offering support and encouragement without being forceful or directive

Enhanced DBS check required at offer stage & and a current First Aid Certificate

How to apply:?
Applying for this position: Please email your interest in this position [email protected] 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 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.