Part Time Nanny in Leigh On Sea

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

Job summary

A child care agency is seeking a nurturing Part-Time Nanny in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, to care for two imaginative girls aged 3 and 6. Responsibilities include planning engaging activities, school pick-up, and preparing simple meals. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of childcare experience and proper qualifications like an Enhanced DBS certificate. This role is perfect for someone warm, proactive, and comfortable with flexible hours, ensuring a strong bond with the children in a friendly home environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years professional nanny or childcare experience.
• Enhanced DBS certificate is necessary.
• Paediatric First Aid certification is preferred but can be obtained later.

Responsibilities

• Provide sole care for the children during the day.
• Prepare and engage children in creative activities.
• Pick-up the eldest child from school.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Reliability

Job description

Part-Time Nanny Leigh-on-Sea, Essex

Location: Leigh-on-Sea, SS9

Start Date: September 2025

Salary: £17 gross per hour depending on experience

Contract: part-time

Hours: Thursdays 11:00am to 6:30pm (occasionally from 9:30am or until 9:00pm, with advance notice)

Happy Nest Nanny & Maternity Agency are seeking a nurturing and confident nanny to provide part-time care for two happy, imaginative girls aged 3 and 6 (nearly 7) in Leigh-on-Sea.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a nanny who enjoys planning fun, creative, and engaging activities in a relaxed, child-led environment. The family value outdoor play, imaginative games, and a warm, kind approach to childcare.

Role Overview

• Sole care of the youngest child during the day until school pick-up
• School pick-up for the eldest child (less than a 10-minute walk)
• Planning and engaging in age-appropriate activities including arts and crafts, outdoor play, imaginative role play (e.g. den building, playing hotels)
• Preparing simple, nutritious evening meals (pasta, freezer meals with salad / veg)
• Supporting light homework or reading / spelling activities when needed (no tutoring required)
• Occasionally escorting the children to local classes or events (on foot)
• Evening routine when needed, including bath time and settling the children for bed on later finishes

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years professional nanny or childcare experience
• Enhanced DBS certificate (on the Update Service or willing to obtain via Happy Nest)
• Paediatric First Aid certificate (or willingness to complete through Happy Nest)
• Excellent references from recent childcare roles
• Warm, proactive and reliable
• Strong communicator who can work independently and with confidence

About the Family

The family have a friendly, relaxed home with a regular cleaner. Both parents work in media-related roles, one working from home most days. The children love drawing, scooting, board games, and getting creative in the garden.

This role would suit a nanny who enjoys imaginative play, is happy to be flexible with hours on occasion, and can form a strong bond with the children as a trusted and consistent presence in their lives.