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 FULL-TIME, LIVE-IN NANNY - AF179 - CAMDEN, LONDON

A warm and welcoming high-profile family is seeking an organised, confident, attentive, and child-focused live-in Nanny to care for their 6-year-old. The ideal candidate will be sweet-natured, fun, and supportive, working closely with the parents and following their lead rather than taking an overly directive approach.
This is a live-in position, and the family is offering a private basement apartment for the right candidate. While standard hours apply, the role requires flexibility to accommodate the parents’ work schedules, occasional travel, and extra hours when the child is unwell or off school. The position also includes downtime during school hours during term time.
The family has two friendly cats, so a pet-friendly nanny is essential.

Key Responsibilities:
• Providing nurturing and engaged care for the child
• School drop-offs and pick-ups (confident driving essential)
• Taking the child to extracurricular activities and appointments
• Assisting with homework and creative play
• Supporting bedtime routines and evening babysitting as required
• Managing the child’s daily schedule and household tasks related to them
• Packing for school trips, ensuring uniforms and essentials are prepared
• Accompanying the family on occasional work-related travel
• Keeping parents updated on any changes or concerns

Candidate Requirements:
• Genuine love for childcare, with a warm, engaging personality
• Flexible and adaptable to accommodate the family’s varying schedule
• Energetic and fun, able to match the child’s enthusiasm and interests
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail
• Proactive and intuitive, comfortable working alongside parents and taking direction
• Confident driver & swimmer (preferred but not essential)
• DBS check issued within the last year or on the update service
• Valid Paediatric First Aid certification
• Pet-friendly and comfortable around cats

Additional Information:
• Additional babysitting once or twice mid-week
• Long-term career opportunity for the right candidate

Location: Camden, London
Salary: £40k-£70k gross annual, dependent on experience
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 9:30 AM & 3:00 PM – 8:30 PM (flexibility required)
Start Date: ASAP
Accommodation: The nanny will have a private basement apartment, ensuring personal space and comfort while living with the family.

If you are a dedicated childcare professional looking for a rewarding, long-term position, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV, references, and proof of DBS and First Aid certification.

A Toddler and a Baby

 LIVE-IN NANNY/HOUSEKEEPER - AF176 - LADBROKE GROVE, LONDON

A welcoming young family in Ladbroke Grove is seeking a proactive, flexible, and warm live-in Nanny/Housekeeper to help care for their home and children. The role will involve supporting their toddler (G18 months), a newborn (due in the summer), and maintaining a clean, well-organised household. The position offers a varied schedule split between nannying and housekeeping responsibilities, which will be done separately.

 

Responsibilities:

Housekeeping - usually mornings

  • Daily cleaning of the home, ensuring a high standard of cleanliness.

  • Tasks include tidying, laundry, ironing, and deep cleaning as required.

  • Work alongside an extra cleaner if additional help is needed.

 

Nannying – usually afternoons

  • Support the care of an 18-month-old toddler (attending nursery next year) and help with a newborn (maternity nurse will be in place for first few months too).

  • Assist with playtime, activities, and nurturing developmental milestones.

  • Flexibility to adjust hours and tasks as the children grow and routines evolve.

 

Additional Details:

  • Proper cleaning across 4 floors (3 bedrooms; not a huge home).

  • Travel with the family during summer (2 weeks in France) and Christmas (3 weeks in the U.S.).

  • Animal-friendly, as the family has a pug (no dog walking required).

 

Requirements:

  • Experience with toddlers and newborns.

  • Energetic and proactive personality; comfortable managing a toddler’s active needs.

  • Thorough and efficient with household cleaning.

  • Flexible and adaptable to a dynamic schedule.

  • Portuguese or Spanish speaker is a bonus as mum speaks both.

 

Location: Ladbroke Grove, London
Salary: £43,000 per year gross annual
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM with lunch break.

Start Date: Flexible (ASAP for the right candidate)

Accommodation: Private ground-floor room, transitioning to sole use of the floor and private bathroom soon. Separate entrance provided.

Kids Blowing Bubbles

 LIVE-OUT GOVERNESS - AF169 - MILAN, ITALY

A busy family of four, relocating to Milan from West London, is seeking an experienced Governess/Tutor for their two boys, aged 3 and 5. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional to provide educational support and childcare, alongside some PA/Admin work, in a vibrant international setting.
The ideal candidate will be organised, quick-thinking and passionate about education. They will have a warm and nurturing approach, and be able to create a stimulating learning environment for the children. They should be comfortable working in a family setting and able to adapt to the needs of an expatriate family settling into Italian life.

Key Responsibilities:
• Pick up boys from school (12:00 PM onwards)
• Chaperone children to extracurricular activities
• Plan and organise playdates
• Manage children's schedules
• Provide educational support aligned with the British curriculum
• Assist with light PA duties to support the mother before school pick-up

Requirements:
• Fluent in Italian and English
• Understanding of the British curriculum
• Experience in tutoring or teaching young children
• Ability to plan and implement age-appropriate educational activities
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• PA/organisational skills – eg doing the online food shops

Additional Information:
• Live-out position
• Relocation to Milan, Italy required or candidate already living in Milan

Start Date: 1st April 2024. However, the family can be flexible and the successful candidate can start earlier in London if they wanted to. The current Nanny, who isn’t relocating, will also be there to handover to the new candidate either in London or once in Milan.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Position: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 gross per annum, but also very flexible in order to find someone who is a great fit for the family.

To apply for this fantastic opportunity, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.

Overhead View of Mansion

 LIVE-OUT, PART-TIME HOUSEKEEPER - AF180 - HAMBLEDEN, OXFORDSHIRE, UK

Fantastic opportunity for a wonderful local Housekeeper who can drive, to work in Hambleden, Oxfordshire (near Henley), for a busy husband and wife and their two small dogs. Their daughter is now 21, so may just be there visiting on weekends.
Their previous Housekeeper was with them for 20 years and has finally decided to move on to pastures new. They are devastated, so would love to take their time to find the perfect fit to replace her.
Their main priority is getting someone who integrates well with their family and has similar energy, as well as being good at the job. They would love someone kind, professional, self-motivated and able to get on with things. They are happy for the new Housekeeper to work to their own schedule and timings and are very flexible.
The main house has 3 bedrooms and the guest cottage has 2 bedrooms.

Main duties to include:
• General deep cleaning and tidying of the house and guest cottage.
• Grocery shopping – the Housekeeper will be fully in charge of all grocery shopping and can go into the market in Henley on Thursdays as well.
• Laundry – washing clothes and bed linen and ironing.
• Cooking is not a prerequisite, but if they were happy to cook then it would be a bonus and she can add additional hours to make the role closer to full-time if required.
• Refresh flowers around the house and generally keep on top of supplies or anything that might need doing.
• Driving – running any errands such as grocery shopping.
• They do lots of corporate entertaining for her husband’s work, so someone who is happy to do some extra hours when needed and these will also be paid.
• Helping with the dogs if needed – feeding and walking.

Hours: 4 days per week: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday – approx. 9am-3pm, but flexible and happy adapting hours to suit candidate. For example if cooking then maybe 9am-4/5pm.

Salary: Circa £22 gross per hour. For example, if working 7 hours per day, 4 days per week then gross annual salary of approx. £32k.

Location: Beautiful village of Hambleden, Oxfordshire, very close to Henley.

Garden Path

 DOMESTIC COUPLE - AF171 - MILAN, ITALY

HNW family in Milan is seeking an experienced and dedicated Domestic Couple to manage their household and provide support with childcare and transportation. The ideal candidates will be discreet, highly organised, and committed to maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness and service. They will be adaptable, service-oriented, and comfortable taking direction. They should have a calm and flexible demeanour, with a genuine passion for creating a well-run household. This position offers a unique opportunity to work for a dynamic international family in Milan, with wonderful live-in accommodation provided.

 

Key Responsibilities: For the Male Partner:

  • Drive family members, particularly the mother and children

  • Perform handyman duties and odd jobs around the house

  • Assist with party preparations and serve food during events

  • School runs in the mornings and afternoons

 

For the Female Partner:

  • Maintain impeccable cleanliness and hygiene throughout the house

  • Assist with or prepare meals for the family

  • Manage laundry and ironing

  • Support with childcare as needed

 

For Both:

  • Flexibility to adjust working hours based on family needs

  • Assist during parties and events, including food service

  • Maintain a high level of discretion and professionalism at all times

 

Requirements:

  • Previous experience as a Domestic Couple in a high-end household

  • Driver's license for the male partner

  • Excellent housekeeping and organisational skills

  • Cooking skills (preferably Indian food) and willingness to learn family preferences

  • Fluent in English; Italian language skills beneficial

 

Working Hours:

  • Typical schedule: 7am-11am and 3pm-9pm, with a 4-hour break

  • Flexibility required for occasional late evenings or lunch shifts

  • Time off in lieu for extra hours worked

 

Location: Milan, Italy
Position: Full-time, Live-in
Accommodation: 2-bedroom garden flat within the grounds of the family home
Start Date: 1st April 2025
Salary: £70k-£80k/€85,000 - €97,000 gross per annum, based on experience (Italian contract)

 

To apply, please submit your joint CV, references, and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.

Friends Playing Video Games

 FULL-TIME NANNY - AF172 - VICTORIA, LONDON

A warm and sociable family based in SW1 (Victoria), is seeking a full-time live-in (Mon-Fri) Nanny, with decent cooking skills, to assist with their busy household and two boys, aged 13 and 11. This is a dynamic role with a focus on organisation, schedules, cooking for the children and good nutritional knowledge, housekeeping related to the children, and childcare, particularly for the younger child, who has ADHD.
This position is ideal for a calm, capable, and experienced professional who thrives in a team environment, has excellent stamina, and is willing to be flexible to support the family’s day-to-day life.

About the Family
• The family lives in a warm, lively home spread across three floors near Victoria.
• The household is supported by an excellent full-time Housekeeper (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM) and a long-term weekend nanny.
• Mum works part-time from home, while Dad frequently travels for work.
• No pets due to allergies.

Responsibilities
Childcare (Primary Focus on 11-year-old):
• Morning routine: Preparing breakfast, packing lunches, and school drop-offs & pick ups (via tube or bus).
• Evening routine: Managing dinner, bathing, making sure youngest applies his eczema cream, ensuring any supplements are taken etc, and bedtime.
• Supervising youngest to stay organised with school kit, hygiene, and daily tasks.
• Tidying and organising the children’s bedrooms and playroom.

Housekeeping
• Tidying and maintaining household cleanliness for the children in collaboration with the existing Housekeeper.
•. Managing kids laundry and ironing, including school uniforms.
• Batch cooking simple, healthy meals (e.g., spaghetti Bolognese).
• Keeping the kitchen clean and organised after meals.
• Weekly grocery shopping (1-2 trips to Waitrose per week for fresh produce).

Key Requirements
• Experience: Some prior experience in a similar role but personality and fit is key.
• Personality: Calm, organised, and proactive with a sense of humour. Must be able to manage a busy household and work collaboratively with other staff.
• Cooking: Confident in preparing simple, healthy meals from scratch.
• Childcare Expertise: Experience with children with additional needs (e.g., ADHD or anxiety) is a bonus.
• Fitness & Stamina: Ability to handle an active schedule across three floors.
• Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to changing needs and occasional extra hours.

Salary: £40,000 gross annually.

Accommodation: The successful candidate will have a private room with an en-suite bathroom on the 1st floor, previously a guest room. The candidate will stay in the room from Monday to Friday and swap with the weekend Nanny on these days. So the candidate must have alternative weekend accommodation.

Hours: Monday start time 2.30pm and Tues, Weds, Thurs, Fri start time 6.45/7am. Finish around 7pm every evening, except Friday when finish time is 4.30pm and the weekend Nanny will take over.

Start Date: ASAP

Countryside House

TWO FULL-TIME, LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPERS - AF158 - LIPHOOK, HAMPSHIRE, UK

A wonderful large extended family is seeking TWO fantastic Housekeepers to maintain their beautiful 9-bedroom estate. The estate is home to a lovely couple and one of their elderly fathers. The family already has a Head Housekeeper and requires two more Housekeepers to assist with mainly deep cleaning and other ad-hoc household duties if needed, working collaboratively as a team.

Key Responsibilities:
Housekeeping:

• Laundry, ironing, organising, tidying, vacuuming, polishing, and general deep cleaning all areas of the estate.
• There is a chef onsite, but the Housekeepers may be asked on the odd occasion to help with cooking simple breakfasts.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and orderliness throughout the home.
• Companionship: Very occasionally providing company and general supervision for the elderly gentleman (92 years old) to ensure his safety and well-being if other family members are away. This includes being available in case of falls or other emergencies.
• Flexibility and Teamwork: Working alongside the Head Housekeeper and other staff members.
• Running errands and assisting with any odd jobs around the estate as required.
• Flexibility to work all weekends, with days off scheduled during the week.

Candidate Requirements:
• Previous experience in housekeeping roles.
• Ability to cook simple, nutritious meals.
• A driver is not essential but would be advantageous.
• High level of flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing needs.
• Strong teamwork skills and a positive, muck-in attitude.
• Compassionate and caring nature to provide companionship to the elderly gentleman if needed.

Accommodation: Separate 3-bed cottage provided, which will be shared by both Housekeepers. The cottage offers privacy and is within a 5-10 minute walk from the train station, with a 1-hour commute to London.
Working Hours:
5 days per week. 2 days off during the week. Approx hours: 9.30am-6.30pm or 10am-7pm.
Example schedule:
Housekeeper 1: Weds – Sunday. Days off are Monday & Tuesday.
Housekeeper 2: Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat & Sun. Days off are Weds & Thurs.
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Circa £35k gross annual per candidate.

Linen Cupboard

FULL-TIME, LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER/NANNY - AF157- BELGRAVIA, LONDON

A lovely young British family of three residing in Belgravia is looking for a professional/experienced, kind, trustworthy and efficient live-in Nanny/Housekeeper who also has the ability to have fun with their 3-year old daughter and plan activities to stimulate her development. The family includes a hands-on mum, a dad who works from home, and their delightful daughter. They are seeking someone keen on a long-term role who can truly become part of their family.

The family values a candidate who loves animals, as their country house in Hampshire is home to dogs, ducks, chickens, rabbits, and more. Grandparents frequently visit and stay over, making this a bustling and lively household.

Duties Include:
Childcare:

- Assist with nursery pick-ups. The daughter attends nursery four days a week, so there will be plenty of time for getting housework done.
- Create activities or stimulating things to do with the daughter after nursery or in the holidays, to aid in her development.
- Accompany the daughter to Purple Dragon, classes, activities, clubs, and other engagements as needed.
- Help out with general wrap-around care.

Housekeeping:
- Perform general housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, hoovering, ironing, tidying up the kitchen, playroom, and the daughter’s bedroom.
Assist with laundry and other household chores, excluding special fabrics which are handled by a professional laundress.
- Cooking: Prepare meals for the whole family. The family seeks someone who genuinely enjoys cooking and can contribute to their culinary needs.
- Travel: Accompany the family on trips to Hampshire, France, and other destinations.

Requirements:
- Proven experience in similar roles
- Strong organisational and multitasking skills
- Energetic, confident, and fun demeanor
- Genuine love for children and animals
- Flexibility to travel and adapt to different environments
- Ability to cook nutritious and tasty meals

Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £650-£750 net per week (approximately £40,000-£45,000 gross annually)
Hours: 5 days per week, with 2 days off (working over weekends): 8am - 8pm with a 2-hour break
Accommodation: Self-contained basement flat with private kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, and TV

Kid with Digital Tablet

 LIVE-OUT (OR IN) GOVERNESS - AF162 - BATTERSEA, LONDON

Wonderful family based in Battersea are seeking an exceptional native French Governess for their bright 4-year old son, who is transitioning from pre-school to primary school next September. They are seeking an exemplary character with strong morals, who is nurturing and emotionally supportive, with excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide academic support and tutoring, especially in preparation for primary school entry. The little boy currently goes to Kumon for Maths and English support, but for example, this needs teaching support.
• Focus on improving French language skills and speaking with a native French accent.
• Enhance fine motor skills, particularly colouring/drawing and handwriting
• Implement and maintain discipline with empathy and understanding. It is very important to his father that he has a strong moral compass, a sense of right and wrong, self-discipline and is able to develop a high degree of self-confidence.
• Manage school runs (school is 15-30 minutes away on the bus) and daily routines, including school preparation and communication.
• Coordinate with other household staff and babysitters as needed

Qualifications and Experience:
• NNEB qualified
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience
• Mix of both nannying and teaching background preferred
• Strong French language skills
• Experience in preparing children for prestigious schools

Schedule:
Weekdays:
• 7am-6.30pm and every other Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (reducible to 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM) or if not possible then the Governess can liaise with and book a regular babysitter to cover the Saturday. The happiness and wellbeing of the Governess is also a top priority to mum and she wants someone feeling rested and thriving in the role.
• Very occasional travel for holidays with the family

Accommodation: Live-out preferred, but live-in option available

Start Date: ASAP. Ideally before Christmas 2024

Salary: Circa £78,000 gross annual (negotiable for exceptional candidates)

To apply, please submit your CV, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, and references from previous long-term positions. We look forward to finding an exceptional Governess to join this family.

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