Nanny Housekeeper

www.happy-nest.co.uk; Nantwich; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A warm and welcoming family in Nantwich is seeking a dedicated Weekend Nanny & Housekeeper. This role combines childcare and housekeeping, offering the chance to engage with a joyful 2-year-old in outdoor play while ensuring the home remains organized and clean. Responsibilities include nurturing the child's development through play and handling general housekeeping duties during weekends. Ideal for someone energetic, reliable and experienced in working with toddlers. A car driver is preferred with a focus on nurturing a constructive environment for the family.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain.
• Paediatric First Aid Certificate.
• Strong, checkable references.
• A driver with access to own car.

Responsibilities

• Engage the child in age-appropriate, enriching activities.
• Support early years development through play.
• Prepare healthy meals and snacks.
• General housekeeping duties including laundry and cleaning.

Skills

Experience with toddlers

Housekeeping skills

Reliability

Energetic and proactive

Education

Relevant childcare experience and/or qualifications

Job description

Overview

Weekend Nanny & Housekeeper Nantwich, Cheshire

Alternating Weekends | Up to 36 hours per week

£20-£23 gross per hour (DOE)

Are you a kind and experienced nanny with a flair for housekeeping and a love of outdoor play? A warm and welcoming family in Nantwich is looking for a dedicated weekend nanny and housekeeper to join their household on a long-term basis. This is a unique opportunity to combine childcare and household support in a consistent, well-structured role.

About the Role :

You'll be working every week on a rotating schedule :

Weekend 1 (Nanny Duties) : Friday, Saturday & Sunday 7am-7pm

Weekend 2 (Housekeeping Duties) : Saturday & Sunday 10am-4pm

The family has a happy, active little boy aged 2 years who loves being outdoors whether he's swinging in the garden, exploring his tipi, or helping in the kitchen. You'll be stepping into a well-established, supportive household with a weekday nanny who speaks very highly of the family and the role.

Responsibilities

• As a Nanny (Weekend 1), your responsibilities will include: Engaging the child in age-appropriate, enriching activities, with a strong emphasis on outdoor play
• Supporting his early years development through play and gentle guidance
• Preparing healthy meals and snacks
• Ensuring smooth nap and bedtime routines
• Providing loving, hands-on care with consistency and enthusiasm

• As a Housekeeper (Weekend 2), your responsibilities will include: General housekeeping duties such as laundry, tidying, light cleaning, and organisation
• Keeping communal areas and the child's play spaces clean and well-organised
• Ensuring the home is running smoothly for the week ahead

The family employ a housekeeper during the week too

Key Details

• Location: Nantwich, Cheshire
• Schedule: Weekends as detailed above
• Salary: £20-£23 gross per hour (depending on experience)
• Start Date: As soon as the right person is found
• Pets: The family has a friendly dog, so pet comfort is important

Who They’re Looking For

• A warm, experienced nanny who genuinely enjoys working with toddlers
• Someone who brings energy, initiative, and reliability to both childcare and housekeeping duties
• A candidate happy to work collaboratively alongside the weekday nanny
• A detail-oriented housekeeper with a proactive approach and pride in their work
• Occasional travel with the family would be a bonus, but is not essential

Essential Requirements

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain we can help)
• Paediatric First Aid Certificate
• Strong, checkable references
• Relevant childcare experience and / or qualifications
• A driver with access to their own car
• Comfortable with the family\'s pet dog