Daily or live in Nanny wanted in Chelsea

Nanny Job Description

 A UHNW family based in Chelsea is seeking a dedicated, energetic and experienced nanny to care for their two prep-school-aged children 8 and 6 years old. This role offers flexibility as either a live-in or live-out position, with separate accommodation provided.

 The ideal candidate is warm, fun, and nurturing while also being adaptable, structured and capable of instilling discipline when needed. As the mother enjoys being hands-on, they seek someone who can seamlessly step in and out, knowing when to take a lead and when to take a step back while using their initiative.

 To be considered, candidates must have previous experience working in UHNW private households and demonstrate longevity in previous roles. A background in teaching would be highly desirable, as the family would love the nanny to take on a governess-style role.

 This is a young, dynamic family with busy lives and they take great care of their staff. In return, they are looking for someone truly dedicated to their children’s well-being. The right candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment with ever-evolving schedules and plans.

 

·      Salary: £65k to £75K gross per annum depending on experience

·      A 2–3 week paid trial to ensure the candidate is the right fit for the children and that they feel happy and comfortable in the role.

·      Benefits: discretionary bonus, live in accommodation and a separate London flat with bills included, food provided on site daily, pension, 28 days’ holiday each year including Bank Holidays.

·      Start date: Ideally ASAP, but happy to wait a notice period for the right candidate

·      Location: Chelsea

·      Hours: 06:45 – 20:00 (2hour break during the middle of the day) five days a week with 2 nights overnight babysitting required

*The children are in education during the day for downtime and any admin during these hours. Gym onsite which can be used in the evenings.

 

Nanny Requirements

 

  • The successful candidate must have worked as a nanny in an UHNW household and demonstrated a passion for looking after young children.

  • A desire to stay in the role long term and demonstrable loyalty within previous roles.

  • Strong educational grades (A levels and above) to enable them to act as a Governess. Ideally experience working in childhood education.

  • Creativity and imagination are key, making playtime and education fun.

·       Strong time management and computer literacy to manage the children’s admin, daily schedules, acting as a point of contact for their school etc.

·       The ability to work as a collaborative team member in a fully staffed household.

·       Strong communication skills, both written and verbally – good grammar a must.  

·       A patient and caring person who can set boundaries with kindness

 

Nanny Responsibilities

 

·      The principal likes to maintain a tidy household, however, understands that children will be children, so the nanny will ensure that following playtime, the residence is returned to its original state.

·      Coordinating daily activities and supervising transportation to and from all engagements, playdates, appointments, classes, activities.

·      The nanny must be prepared to plan fun and engaging activities to entertain the children, including lots of time outdoors.

·      Housekeeping on behalf of the children (this doesn’t include laundry, but wardrobe management, playroom management etc).

·      Organising and planning clubs for holidays, forward planning for future holidays.

·      Liaise with team on any upcoming events.

·      Organise gifts for upcoming children’s parties/ add party invite dates and locations to the calendar

·      Organise gifts, books, hampers etc for holidays or events.

·      Check all children’s supplies and replace when required.

·      Check school app daily - organise anything needed for school.

·      Check household email daily and respond where required. Flag anything important to the team where relevant.

·      Calendar management and organising any activities, play dates / party invitations etc.

·      Liaise with chef on menus – no allergies.

·      Assisting with school pick up and drop off when necessary.

·      Travel will be required with the role and all packing will be the nanny’s responsibility.

·      The nanny should be prepared to organise educational activities for school holidays.

·      The children both love to read so it is important for the nanny to ensure they have plenty of books to read, always keeping on top of new books that are coming out and read with the children.

·      Emotional and psychological learning.

·      It is important for the nanny to socialise with other parents and nannies and is proactive in organising play dates for the children.

 REF: DAN