Full-Time Nanny – Leigh-on-Sea, Essex

A warm and busy professional family in Leigh-on-Sea are seeking a reliable, caring, fun and proactive full-time nanny to join their household and care for their three children.

The role will primarily focus on the youngest child while also supporting the smooth running of the children's daily routines, school schedules and activities.

Children
Three children aged 12, 9 and 2

Location
Leigh-on-Sea, Essex

Start Date
ASAP. The family would like a transition period before their current nanny leaves in mid-June to ensure continuity for the children and a smooth handover.

Hours
Monday to Friday, generally around 7:30am to 5:30pm (approximately 50 hours per week).

A degree of flexibility is required as the family's schedule can vary. Hours may move slightly day to day (typically around 30 minutes either side), with anything further agreed in advance.

About the Family

Both parents work full-time and run their own businesses, leading a busy household. They are looking for someone dependable who can become a trusted and valued part of the family.

The two older children attend Thorpe Hall School. The youngest currently attends nursery three mornings per week and will likely move to Thorpe Hall when reaching reception age.

Their current nanny has been with the family for around two and a half years and is only leaving as she is relocating abroad. The family are therefore keen to ensure a smooth transition and maintain a stable, positive environment for the children.

The household also has a miniature cockapoo and two cats, so the nanny should be comfortable around pets.

The family are open to candidates from a variety of childcare backgrounds and would particularly welcome applicants currently working in nursery settings who are looking to transition into a private nanny role.

Responsibilities

• Caring for the three children, particularly the youngest
• School and nursery runs
• Preparing meals for the children
• Supporting development through play and age-appropriate activities
• Managing school communications and calendars
• Occasional errands
• Helping around the home during school hours including dishwasher, laundry, light cleaning and tidying (a cleaner is also employed)

Requirements

• Driver with own car
• Reliable, organised and proactive
• Fun and engaging with children
• Comfortable managing schedules and school communication
• Enhanced DBS required
• Paediatric first aid desirable
• Checkable references

Previous private nanny experience is welcome but not essential. The family have previously had great success with candidates moving from nursery environments into nanny roles.

Salary

Circa £39,000 per annum based on a 50-hour week

• Mileage paid at £0.45 per mile for work-related journeys (excluding travel to and from work)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Holidays often aligned with the family where possible, including around two weeks over Christmas/New Year
• Occasional travel may be offered by agreement

Long-Term Role

This is intended to be a long-term position. Once the youngest child begins school, the role will continue to include school runs, holiday care and household support during school hours.