A lovely, down-to-earth family based in Wanstead are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic after-school nanny/housekeeper to join their family, ideally from the beginning of January.
The role will be Monday to Thursday, 1pm–6pm for 44 weeks of the year and then 8am–6pm Monday to Thursday during 8 weeks of school holidays. The family have two lovely boys, aged 4 and 7, who are very engaging, active and full of energy. The salary on offer is £23–£25 gross per hour, which annualised is £27,600–£30,000.
Duties will include collecting the boys from school and providing after-school care, including helping with homework, playing with them, keeping them entertained and preparing snacks and meals. The nanny will also be responsible for preparing family meals where possible, or making extra portions, washing and preparing the boys’ school uniforms, keeping their bedrooms and belongings tidy, and carrying out light housekeeping duties such as vacuuming, unloading the dishwasher and tidying up after breakfast. There may also be occasional local shopping and errands.
The family are looking for someone who is active, energetic and able to keep up with two busy boys, with a fun, playful nature and a genuine enjoyment of spending time with children. They would also love someone who is organised, proactive and able to see what needs doing around the house.
Their current nanny has been with the family for five years, which is a lovely reflection of what a happy and positive family they are to work for. They are hoping to find someone who will become a trusted and valued part of their family in the same way.
Driving is not essential but would be beneficial. There are no pets and no travel required.
Location of the job: Wanstead, London
Minimum experience Level for this job: 2 Years
Details of any training needed for this job: eDBS and paediatric first aid
Details of any qualifications needed for this job: preferred
Hours of work: 1-6 for 44 weeks – 8-6 for 8 weeks
Days required: Monday-Thursday
Pets in the home: No
Driving required: No
Job Start Date: Early January 2027
Pay: £23-£25 gph ( £27,600-£30,000 gpa)
Benefits: n/a
This is a permanent job
Full Name of Employment Agency: Harmony at Home Limited
Contact details: sophie.eastwood@harmonyathome.co.uk 07833470631
Please apply via the ‘Apply for job’’ button. This job has an ID code of: 885174
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