Rota Nanny (German Speaking)

Our clients, a high-profile family based in Chelsea, are seeking a professional and experienced Rota Nanny for their 3 year old little girl.

This is a 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off rota position, providing 24/7 care. The family spend 60% of their time in the UK, 25% in Italy, with the rest internationally.

All general Nanny duties will apply, and you will be responsible for the following:

• Preparing healthy and nutritious meals for the Child
• Planning of age-appropriate educational activities both inside and outside the home and agreeing these plans in advance with the Child’s parents
• Teaching & improving the Child’s German language
• Supervision and arrangement of play dates/activities
• Accompanying the Child to nursery, school or other activities
• Ensuring toys are hygienically clean and tidy; as well as the child’s rooms and playroom
• Ensuring the safety and security of the Child
• Taking the Child to the doctor/health centre for check-ups, appointments or vaccinations if required
• Occasional shopping for the Child (food, medicines etc); and keeping an account of expenses and managing a small petty cash float
• Having good communication with the parents at all times, as well as preparing handovers to the Child’s parents
• Work flexibly with the other Nanny to provide appropriate care to the Child

The ideal candidate with be MT/fluent in German, along with a good level of education – whether that be degree educated, or hold CACHE, NVQ or Early Years qualifications. If German isn’t your first language, you must be confident enough to teach/fully submerse the little girl in the language.

It is a MUST that you possess the following:

• Native/Fluent German speaker
• Energetic, bright, bubbly and enthusiastic
• Patient and caring personality
• Proven longevity
• Willing to travel - the family travel excessively
• Glowing references
• DBS checked
• First Aid Trained
• Comfortable with animals as the Child has a dog (18 month old Beagle)

The family have a team of domestic staff to ensure the smooth running of their household. You will also be working in rotation with another Nanny - so it is key that you have good communication skills and are a team player.

Location : Chelsea
Contract Length : Permanent
Start Date : Flexible

Children : 1 Child – 3 year old girl

Working Days : 24 hour – 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off
Accommodation : Separate bedroom with private bathroom when on rota

Salary : Circa £65,000 - this will be in line with experience and qualifications

Additional Information : Meals provided. Occasional overtime with additional pay. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Discretionary bonus.