Live-in Housekeeper - Nanny, Marylebone NW1

Poppy Lane Placements Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A family in London is seeking a high-calibre Live-in Housekeeper/Nanny to manage a household with five children. Responsibilities include housekeeping, childcare, and supporting travel. Ideal candidates should be fluent in Spanish or Portuguese, have live-in experience, and possess excellent organization skills. This role offers competitive salary and accommodations within the family home.

Qualifications

• Prior live-in experience essential.
• Demonstrated longevity in previous roles with verifiable references.
• Have a valid DBS check or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Morning cleaning routines once children are at school/nursery.
• Support with travel preparation, including packing/unpacking.
• Help with local school/nursery drop-offs and pick-ups.

Skills

Fluent Spanish or Portuguese

Housekeeping skills

Childcare skills

Organization

Communication

Job description

Overview

Role: Live-in Housekeeper/Nanny

Location: Marylebone NW1

Salary: £50,000-£55,000

Days: 5 days per week (additional weekend days available with additional salary)

Hours: 45-50 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Start: ASAP/Flexible 2025

Accommodation: Private ensuite room within the family home

Travel: Required during school holidays on a rotational basis with other staff

A warm and busy family are seeking a high-calibre Live-in Housekeeper/Nanny to join their well organised household in Marylebone London NW1.

With a focus on maintaining the smooth running and organisation of a home with five children (aged 2 to 11) who all attend nursery/school during weekdays, you will have strong skills in cleaning, laundry, and household management and be confident working within a small team of 2 other Nannies for a role split approximately 70% housekeeping / 30% childcare.

Candidates will be expected to accompany the Family during overseas travel, during which times a 6-day week will be required with time given back in lieu or additional pay.

This role is best suited to a top-tier professional who is confident, discreet, organised, and genuinely loves working in a structured family environment.

Key Housekeeping responsibilities

• Morning cleaning routines once children are at school/nursery


• Full household laundry, including care and organisation of children’s wardrobes


• Strong attention to household organisation and tidiness


• Support with travel preparation, including packing/unpacking


• General support in a team-led household

Key Childcare responsibilities

• Support morning and evening routines (7am start, flexible finish around 7:30pm, with appropriate breaks)


• Help with local school/nursery drop-offs and pick-ups


• Assist with setting up kids’ dinners and the bedtime routine


• Take the baby monitor 2 nights per week when other Nannies are off (the children sleep very well)


• Travel with the family during school holidays (on rotation)


• Simple, healthy children’s cooking

Candidate requirements

• Fluent Spanish- or Portuguese- speaker strongly preferred


• Prior live-in experience essential


• Demonstrated longevity in previous roles with verifiable references


• Have a valid DBS check or be willing to obtain one


• UK or European Passport holder, able to commit to travel and flexible schedules as required


• Excellent communication and proactive mindset