Child minder, Nanny

Household; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 25,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Jora New Zealand is seeking a reliable Part-Time Nanny and Household Assistant to care for two children and help with light household duties. The role includes school pickup within walking distance, supervision after school, and occasional driving to activities.

You will assist with meals, laundry, tidying, and errands, with hours from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays; a break is provided over Christmas and New Year.

Qualifications

• Dependable and patient personality with good common sense and trustworthiness.
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle may be required for transporting the children.
• Ability to manage light domestic tasks with care and attention to safety.

Responsibilities

• Pick up the children from school and walk them home.
• Supervise and care for the children at home.
• Drive the children to after-school activities when required.
• Care for children at home when unwell or during school holidays.
• Wash clothes and change bed linen.
• Vacuum, tidy, and complete other light household chores.
• Assist with meal preparation.
• Grocery shopping and occasional errands.

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Job Description: Part-Time Nanny and Household Assistant

We are seeking a reliable, caring, and organised part-time nanny and household assistant to support our family with childcare and light household duties.

The role involves caring for two children—a 9-year-old boy and a 7-year-old girl—and helping with everyday household tasks. School pickup will be required, with the school within walking distance of our home.

• Picking up the children from school and walking them home
• Supervising and caring for the children at home
• Driving the children to after-school activities when required
• Caring for the children at home if they are unwell or during school holidays
• Washing clothes and changing bed linen
• Vacuuming, tidying, and completing other light household chores
• Assisting with meal preparation
• Grocery shopping and occasional errands

The usual working hours are Mondays and Tuesdays, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. However, individual tasks will generally be limited to the time required. A break from work will be provided over the Christmas and New Year period.

The ideal candidate will be dependable, patient, trustworthy, and comfortable caring for school-aged children. A valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle may be required for transporting the children to activities.