Temporary Nanny

Exclusive Household Staff Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Exclusive Household Staff is seeking an experienced Temporary Nanny in Chelsea, London, to care for an 8-month-old baby within a fully staffed UHNW household. You will work closely with parents and an established household team to provide nurturing, attentive care.

The role focuses on health, safety, development, routines, and age-appropriate activities, with DBS and references preferred and Paediatric First Aid an advantage.

Qualifications

• Proven experience caring for babies of a similar age, ideally around 8 months old.
• Previous experience working within a fully staffed UHNW private household is essential.
• A warm, nurturing, and attentive approach, with a genuine passion for infant care and development.
• DBS check is essential.
• Paediatric First Aid certification would be an advantage.
• Excellent, verifiable references from previous employers.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional, attentive care for the baby's health, safety, comfort, and overall wellbeing
• Support the baby's developmental milestones through age-appropriate play, sensory activities, and early learning experiences
• Establish and maintain consistent routines around feeding, sleeping, and daily care, in line with the parents' preferences
• Create engaging, stimulating, and nurturing activities tailored to the baby's age and individual needs
• Work closely with the parents to maintain a harmonious and consistent approach to the baby's care and development
• Communicate effectively with the parents regarding the baby's progress, routines, and daily activities
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised environment for the baby, ensuring all nursery items and equipment are well cared for
• Work discreetly and professionally within a fully staffed private household, collaborating with other household staff where appropriate
• Respect the family's privacy and maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism

Skills

Infant care

Baby development

Discretion

Job description

Chelsea, London , Salary: Dependent on Experience

Our client, a private family based in Chelsea, is seeking an experienced and nurturing Temporary Nanny to care for their 8-month-old baby boy while they recruit a permanent member of staff.

The family resides in a fully staffed household, with two other young children who are cared for by their own dedicated Governesses. The successful candidate will be responsible solely for the care and development of the baby, working collaboratively with the parents and wider household team to ensure a calm, harmonious, and well-organised environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional Nanny who is confident caring for young babies within a high-profile, fully staffed UHNW household.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional, attentive care for the baby's health, safety, comfort, and overall wellbeing


• Support the baby's developmental milestones through age-appropriate play, sensory activities, and early learning experiences


• Establish and maintain consistent routines around feeding, sleeping, and daily care, in line with the parents' preferences


• Create engaging, stimulating, and nurturing activities tailored to the baby's age and individual needs


• Work closely with the parents to maintain a harmonious and consistent approach to the baby's care and development


• Communicate effectively with the parents regarding the baby's progress, routines, and daily activities


• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised environment for the baby, ensuring all nursery items and equipment are well cared for


• Work discreetly and professionally within a fully staffed private household, collaborating with other household staff where appropriate


• Respect the family's privacy and maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience caring for babies of a similar age, ideally around 8 months old


• Previous experience working within a fully staffed UHNW private household is essential


• A warm, nurturing, and attentive approach, with a genuine passion for infant care and development


• Excellent understanding of infant routines, developmental milestones, and age-appropriate activities


• A proactive, flexible, and professional attitude, with the ability to work collaboratively with parents and household staff


• A DBS check is essential


• Excellent, verifiable references from previous employers


• Paediatric First Aid certification would be an advantage


• Days: Monday to Friday


• Hours: 8:00am – 8:00pm

Salary: Competitive hourly rate, dependent on experience.