October 2017 - The Nanny Service

Full-time daily nanny needed ASAP in Barnes

Nanny job ref: PD/Barnes

Experienced daily nanny is needed for lovely family living in Barnes. They are looking for a caring, responsible and experienced nanny for their two boys who are aged 3 ½ years (at nursery x 5 mornings) and 18 months.

The ideal candidate must have an interest in leading outdoor activities year-round, lead and engage in creative play, swimming, plan playdates with other children, have an interest in educational development. They should be able to help with homework (when applicable), be dog friendly (they have a French Bulldog) and willing to cook nutritional meals for the children. In addition they should be happy to take responsibility for household management where the children are concerned (children’s laundry, tidying areas used by children, organisation of playroom and children’s wardrobes, etc). They have a preference for a candidate with a strong background in early childhood education, experience working in nurseries, and/or formal nanny training. The family have an automatic car that can be used for nursery duties should the candidate hold a current driving license.

Starts ASAP – but willing to wait for the right candidate. Monday – Friday (also willing to accommodate 4 day week of Tuesday – Friday). Preferred working hours are 8.00/8.30am – 6.30/7pm daily with optional late start of 2.30/2.45 on Monday and Wednesday, however these are only preferences, there is flexibility for the right candidate. Some optional evening babysitting as needed.

Salary: £ 10 – £12 net per hour based on experience. Holiday: 28 days per annum, with bulk of time off being August and Christmas holidays when the family are away travelling.

There may be an opportunity to travel with the family, 1-2 weeks a year but this is not essential. Typical locations include USA, Barbados, France, Italy, Austria.

Recent DBS/Police check required, no older than 1 year please. Current Paediatric First Aid and CPR certificate, or willing to attend a course for certification at the family’s cost before start. CACHE certificate or diploma in childcare and education, or Level 3 Diploma in Home-based childcare.

By Ronel Engelbrecht|2017-10-27T10:31:34+00:00October 27th, 2017|Daily|0 Comments

Nanny needed in Bermuda, £1000 p/w after tax

Nanny job ref: PLI/Bermuda
Excellent opportunity has arisen to work in Bermuda on a one year contract. Lovely South African family based in Bermuda are looking for a sole charge nanny, live-out, Monday to Friday for baby twins, a boy and a girl who will be 4 months old.

Working hours are 8am-6pm Monday to Friday with weekends off. A qualification is essential and twins experience would be highly preferable. Excellent knowledge of babies, routines, weaning etc is essential. The twins were born early and are in a great routine. They have an English maternity nurse currently and the nanny will take over from her. Mum will be returning to work.

The family will sort out relevant permit to work on the island. You would be required to find accommodation, there is a large ex-pat community of young professionals in Bermuda. The family are looking at paying the nanny $1000 a week after tax, and food and rent will come out of this. The family would require the nanny to drive their car but will provide a bike for getting around the island. New York, Miami and Boston are all within easy reach (around 2 hours). January start.

By Ronel Engelbrecht|2017-10-26T10:10:55+00:00October 26th, 2017|International|0 Comments

Sole charge nanny 3 days a week, Jan start

Nanny job ref: PD/SW6, Parsons Green
Sole charge nanny needed 3 days a week, Mon, Tue, Wed for a 1 year old girl. Looking for someone who has experience with this age group. A knowledge of early childhood development is essential and a childcare/nursing qualification is strongly preferred. Nursery duties only, there is a weekly cleaner. You will be required to organise social activities such as monkey music, local baby groups, baby swimming etc. A driver is not essential. The family do have 2 cats. Starts Jan 2018. Hours 8-6. £12nph

By Ronel Engelbrecht|2017-10-20T16:43:55+00:00October 20th, 2017|Daily|0 Comments

Afrikaans Nanny needed from Nov

Nanny job ref: PLI/W12
Afrikaans nanny needed in West London for sole charge live-in role with boy aged 1 year and girl 4 years old. Looking for someone fit and active with great childcare references and ideally a childcare qualification. Situated in a great area for parks, cafes and shops in West London. You will have the top floor of the house with a large double bedroom and en-suite bathroom. Would suit someone who is outgoing and who loves interacting with children and having fun. The children love to swim so you need to be able to swim, a driver is not essential. Duties include nursery drop off and pick up, taking to swimming lessons, children1s laundry and meals, tidying up after the children and picking up any bits of shopping. Start Beg Nov £350-400 net per week (after tax)

By Ronel Engelbrecht|2017-10-16T19:06:51+00:00October 16th, 2017|Live-in|0 Comments

Daily nanny needed ASAP, NW11

Nanny job ref: PD/Golders Green
Lovely family in NW11 need help with their four children, G12, B9, B6 (all at f/t school) and G3 (at nursery until 12.15). This position requires a team player. Mum works from home so this is a job that has some sole and some shared. Mum generally helps out during busy times of the day or when the children have different after school activities. A driver is not essential.

The family employ a full-time housekeeper who does all the cleaning and laundry. Your duties will include, but not be limited to organising the children’s wardrobes, packing away clean laundry, running errands, doing the grocery shopping for the whole family as well as cooking for the family. Someone who can help with homework would be very useful. This job offers lots of flexibility in terms of hours for the right candidate. It would be Monday to Friday, however the hours could be as little as 40 or as much as 55, all dependent on how much you want to work, keeping in mind that the afternoons are the busiest. A 7.30pm finish (possibly a couple of nights a week) would be ideal but it’s not a deal breaker. Starts ASAP. £10-12net per hour dependent on experience.

By Ronel Engelbrecht|2017-10-16T18:57:37+00:00October 16th, 2017|Daily|0 Comments

Night Nanny needed Mon-Thu

Nanny job ref: Night Nanny/W1, Marylebone.
Maternity night nanny is needed 4 nights a week for a 6 month old baby girl. This lovely family are looking for night cover from November 17^th through until Jan 2^nd (26^th Dec-2^nd Jan will be based in France), however, they would consider candidates who are only available until Dec 24^th. You will be needed Mon-Thu, 10pm – 8am and will have your own room and ensuite bathroom next to the nursery. Bottle/formula feeding. £130-160per night depending on experience.

By Ronel Engelbrecht|2017-10-12T09:30:55+00:00October 12th, 2017|Night Nanny|0 Comments

Live-in all-rounder 8-12 weeks, Sep acc

Nanny job ref: PLI/Bucks
Family based an hour out of London are looking for a really lovely, useful and friendly helper for 8-12 weeks whilst mum recovers from an op. There is additional help in the house with cleaning. Mum will need a driver who can take her to physiotherapy, pick up prescriptions a good all -rounder, helping with bits of cooking, shopping, school pick -ups etc. Separate, very pretty accommodation away from the family home. Nearby train station, under an hour into London. Nursing experience would be useful but not essential. Weekends free. Previous kiwi nannies highly recommend the family. Salary in the region of £500 net a week after tax. Flexible hours, fully paid even when not needed.

By Ronel Engelbrecht|2017-10-06T12:53:10+00:00October 6th, 2017|Live-in|0 Comments

Part time nanny needed ASAP, 25+ hrs per week

Nanny job ref: PTD/W9 Maida Vale
Nanny needed 25 + hours per week for really lovely girl aged 5 who is at a school nearby and a boy aged 2. Core hours are 3-7.30pm but these can be a bit flexible to suit the right person. There is also 3 hours of cleaning. Looking for someone kind and gentle who can muck in a bit with a smile on their face. Duties to include school pick- ups, taking the children to the park, preparing afternoon snacks and making supper. You will also be responsible for children’s washing and general tidying. Paying in the region of £300+ net per week.

By Ronel Engelbrecht|2017-10-06T13:07:00+00:00October 6th, 2017|Part-time|0 Comments

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