Nanny

The Fox; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A private family in Manchester is seeking a professional live-in Nanny to provide high-quality care for their young daughter. The role involves 70% childcare, ensuring a nurturing environment and organizing developmental activities, alongside 30% light housekeeping. The ideal candidate should have significant nanny experience, relevant qualifications, and Paediatric First Aid certification. Other desirable skills include being a confident driver and language proficiency in French or German. This position comes with travel requirements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' professional experience as a nanny with babies/toddlers.
• Relevant childcare qualifications desirable.
• Paediatric First Aid certification is essential.
• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Confident driver preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing environment for the child.
• Organize age-appropriate activities.
• Establish daily routines for the child.
• Accompany the family on outings and travel.
• Maintain communication with parents.
• Manage the child's laundry and organization.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Organization

Flexibility

English fluency

German or French speaking

Education

Childcare qualifications (CACHE, Norland, Montessori, or equivalent)

Paediatric First Aid certification

Job description

The family is looking for a professional and experienced live-in Nanny for a family based in Manchester to provide high-quality care for their daughter (not yet in school) and light household support. The role is 70% childcare and 30% light housekeeping (keep the house tidy, plus everything related to the child). The family has a chef and a cleaner. The nanny will travel with the family as required.

Responsibilities

• Childcare (Primary Focus)
  • Provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.
  • Organize and deliver age-appropriate activities to support development and learning.
  • Establish and manage daily routines (feeding, naps, play, and bedtime).
  • Accompany the family on outings and occasional travel.
  • Maintain clear and professional communication with parents.
• Light Housekeeping
  • Ensure the child's areas (bedroom, playroom, and common spaces) are kept tidy and organized.
  • Manage the child's laundry and wardrobe.
  • Assist with light household duties, errands, and organization.
  • Provide additional household support during travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years' professional experience as a nanny with babies/toddlers.
• Relevant childcare qualifications (e.g. CACHE, Norland, Montessori, or equivalent) desirable.
• Paediatric First Aid certification (essential).
• Enhanced DBS check.
• Confident driver with a clean license ( a plus but not mandatory).
• French or German speaker, with fluent English.
• Flexible, professional, discreet, and committed to long-term employment.