Katherine Shields Private Staff Ltd
Live-in Nanny (3-4 days pw) req in Barnet, £50k gpa, ASAP start
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Live-in Nanny Opportunity in Barnet, London
We are seeking an exceptional, experienced and highly professional Live-in Nanny to join a lovely family in Barnet, London, caring for two children aged 8 and 3.
About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a warm, nurturing and genuinely passionate childcare professional who is highly organised, proactive, discreet and confident working within a fully staffed private household. The successful candidate will have a minimum of five years’ professional nanny experience caring for both toddler and school-age children. They will have a strong understanding of child development, positive discipline and educational support, with the ability to provide a stimulating, structured and nurturing environment tailored to each child’s individual needs.
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Responsibilities
- Managing the children’s daily routines, school and nursery runs, meals, homework, bedtime and activities.
- Planning and facilitating age-appropriate educational, creative and outdoor activities.
- Supporting the children’s emotional, social and educational development.
- Coordinating extracurricular activities, appointments and playdates.
- Maintaining excellent organisation of their bedrooms, wardrobes, belongings and travel items.
- Working closely and professionally with the parents, tutors, teachers, drivers and other household staff, maintaining impeccable standards of discretion, confidentiality and professional boundaries at all times.
- Providing seamless care while travelling and adapting to changing schedules and family requirements.
Requirements
- Minimum of five years’ professional nanny experience caring for both toddler and school-age children.
- Strong understanding of child development, positive discipline and educational support.
- Ability to provide a stimulating, structured and nurturing environment.
- Paediatric first aid certification.
- Enhanced DBS check.
- Arabic language skills would be advantageous but are not essential.
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Working Pattern
- 3-4 days per week working Thursday, Friday and Saturday, typically involving 12–14 hrs per day.
- An additional day may be required so the candidate must be flexible.
- Start time is approximately 7am and finish time is around 8:30pm.
- Shared room provided whilst on duty.
Salary
- £50k gpa depending on experience.
Start Date
Role is to commence as soon as the right candidate is found.
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