A wonderful opportunity has become available for an experienced and nurturing afternoon nanny to join a warm and welcoming family in Chesham, Buckinghamshire, starting in August 2025.
You will be working in partnership with Mum, who is currently on maternity leave, to care for four cheerful and energetic children: six-year-old twin girls, their 18-month-old brother, and their four-month-old baby sister. The family is looking for a nanny who is seeking a long-term role and who will become a valued member of their family.
The ideal candidate will have experience caring for babies and toddlers, with a kind, nurturing nature and the ability to build strong bonds with young children.
You will be required to work 07.30-19.00 on two days (23 hours/week). One day will be Tuesday and the other day is flexible to suit the nanny, but not a Friday. Additional hours for occasional extra days and evening babysitting may be offered, paid as overtime at the agreed hourly rate.
You will assist Mum with the school run, either by staying at home with the younger children or helping to collect the older girls from school.
The parents are keen to support their children’s development through a balanced mix of stimulating indoor activities—such as sensory play, imaginative games, reading, puzzles, and crafts—and regular outdoor play and visits to the park. As the children grow, they would like them to engage in playdates and group activities to support their social development. The family lives in a spacious home with a large garden, and during school holidays, there will be more opportunities to plan fun outings and adventures with the older girls.
A weekly cleaner is employed, but you will be responsible for typical nursery duties, including:
• Feeding, changing, and supporting daily routines
• Keeping children’s spaces clean and organised (bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, play areas)
• Managing the children’s laundry
• Preparing healthy, home-cooked meals
• Batch-preparing age-appropriate meals for the baby to be frozen and used by parents over weekends
A confident driver with a clean licence and fully insured car is essential. Duty mileage will be reimbursed.
This is a fantastic role for someone who is enthusiastic, caring, and looking to make a long-term commitment with a loving and supportive family.
Location of the job: Chesham, Buckinghamshire
Minimum experience Level for this job: Two years
Details of any training needed for this job: Enhanced DBS (update) and 12 hour paediatric first aid
Details of any qualifications needed for this job: Level 3 childcare if possible, experience essential
Days and hours of work: Tuesday and one other day (not Friday), 07.30-19.00 (23 hours/week)
Pets in the home: No
Driving required: Yes – own car required. Duty mileage to be reimbursed
Job Start Date: August 2025
Pay: £20,332 gross per annum / Mutually agreed overtime to be paid at £17 gross per hour
This is a permanent job
Full Name of Employment Agency: Harlyn Services Limited T/A Harmony at Home Buckinghamshire
Contact details: Jo – 01844-617302 / jo@harmonyathome.co.uk
Please apply via the ‘Apply for job’’ button. This job has an ID code of: 856019
For all roles with children and the vulnerable, you must have an up-to-date enhanced eDBS certificate which is registered on the update service, a 12 hour Paediatric First Aid Certificate and a minimum of two professional referees who are happy for you to share their contact details to our recruiters. One of your references must be your current or last employer and both references must be immediately contactable. We also recommend that you have appropriate personal insurance.
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