Nanny

Full Job Description

Location: Leeds, UK

Start Date: ASAP

Job Type: Full-Time/Part-Time (preferred hours Monday Wednesday Thursday 14:00-19:00, Tuesday or Friday 9-14:00)

About Us:

We are a friendly family based in Leeds, seeking a caring, experienced, and energetic nanny to join our family and provide exceptional care for our three children aged 5, 3, and 1 year old. The ideal candidate will be someone who is passionate about childcare, reliable, energetic and able to provide a safe, nurturing environment for our children to grow and thrive.

Driving license is not required.

Key Responsibilities: welcoming kids from school, serving the food (cooking is not required, some basic skills for preparing healthy snacks are needed), preparing kids for school (reception homework), organising indoor activities (there is a big house and a nice size garden with a big climbing frame), bathing the older kids and preparing them for bedtime. Light houseworkings such us tidying up kids’ stuff, making their beds, emptying/loading the dishwasher, folding their laundry would be essential.

Childcare: Provide full-time care for our three children, including preparing healthy meals, organizing creative activities and playtime, and facilitating nap times.

Educational Activities: Assist with age-appropriate educational activities that promote our children’s physical, social, and intellectual development.

Safety and Well-being: Ensure the children’s safety and well-being at all times, both at home and during outings.

Routine Maintenance: Help maintain a clean and orderly environment for the children; this includes tidying up after activities, organizing play areas, and managing children’s laundry.

First Aid: Ability to administer first aid as needed. Paediatrician first aid certification is mandatory.

Requirements:

Proven experience as a nanny or childcare provider, with references.

Mandatory first aid certification.

A strong understanding of child development in different age stages.

Ability to plan, organise, and multitask with minimal supervision.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

A genuine love for children and a patient, nurturing demeanor.

Enhanced DBS check (or willing to undergo this check).

Benefits:

Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Flexible hours to accommodate the right candidate, with the possibility of agreeing on a full-time or part-time arrangement.

Opportunities for professional development in childcare.

A warm, welcoming, and supportive work environment.

Paid holidays and sick leave.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about childcare and meet the above requirements, we would love to hear from you! Please send your CV, a cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit for our family, and any relevant certifications.

In your application, please include your availability to start, preferred working hours, and expected salary range.

We are looking forward to finding a wonderful nanny to become an extension of our family and provide loving care to our children.