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Live-out Nanny, London, UK

A lovely family based in London is seeking an experienced, highly professional Daily Nanny to care for their 8-month-old baby boy. This is a Monday-to-Friday position within a structured, routine-focused environment, supported by a fully staffed household team. This role involves sole charge of an 8-month-old baby boy. The family also has a 2-year-old daughter, who has her own dedicated nanny

The family places exceptional importance on high standards of childcare, organisation, discretion, and teamwork.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Providing exceptional daily care for the baby
  • Establishing and maintaining consistent routines and structure
  • Supporting developmental milestones through age-appropriate activities
  • Managing all nursery-related duties
  • Maintaining high standards of organisation and attention to detail
  • Working collaboratively within a large household team
  • Providing regular communication and updates via WhatsApp
  • Travelling with the family – 6 weeks in the summer plus 6 weeks over Christmas/New Year

Candidate Requirements:

  • A minimum of 20 years’ professional Nanny experience
  • Extensive experience caring for babies and young children
  • Proven longevity within previous private household roles
  • A calm, organised, and structured approach
  • Exceptional standards of childcare and professionalism
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • The family have cats – so pet friendly is a must

Key Details:

  • Location: London, UK
  • Schedule: Monday to Friday, approximately 8:00am–5:00/6:00pm (exact hours to be confirmed)
  • Requirement: Candidates must be London-based due to early starts
  • Salary: Up to £90,000 gross per annum
  • Start Date: ASAP. The current maternity nanny finishes in June, with a handover period provided beforehand.

REF: S&W#3615744

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