Nanny
A warm, private and engaged family based in St John’s Wood are seeking a professional, experienced live-out nanny to care for their two young daughters aged 2.5 years and 6 months.
This is a long-term opportunity for a calm, kind and emotionally intelligent nanny who takes a thoughtful, developmentally focused approach to childcare. The family are very hands-on and value a collaborative working relationship, so the role would suit someone confident yet naturally gentle, who enjoys working alongside involved parents.
Discretion, adaptability, and the ability to “read the room” are essential. The nanny will integrate seamlessly into a structured, busy household during working hours, bringing a positive, organised and proactive presence while maintaining professionalism and calm.
The role is live-out with a structured full-day schedule and includes extensive international travel during certain periods (particularly November–April), so flexibility and genuine enjoyment of travel are essential.
Hours: Approx. 7:30am – 7:00pm (flexible for the right candidate)
Start Date: Flexible
Travel: Extensive international travel (Europe, Amsterdam, Miami, Dubai)
Accommodation (travel): Private bedroom and bathroom provided
Children: Girl (2.5 years) and Girl (6 months)
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
This is a kind, respectful family seeking a long-term nanny to become a trusted part of their children’s lives. They offer a supportive environment and are looking for someone who shares their values: warmth, calmness, discretion, and a genuine love of working with young children.
Additional Information
• The eldest child attends nursery Monday–Friday (9:00am–1:00pm)
• Both children follow a well-established routine, including daytime naps
• The family follow a gentle, respectful parenting style (no screens, healthy diet, calm boundaries)
• Grandparents are involved, contributing to a warm, family-oriented environment
• A housekeeper is employed for general household duties
Requirements
• Proven experience caring for babies and toddlers within private households
• Strong understanding of early years development and milestones
• Confident supporting key stages such as weaning, potty training, and transitions
• Warm, calm, nurturing, and emotionally attuned approach
• Professional, discreet, and able to work harmoniously with hands-on parents
• Flexible and available for extended international travel periods
• Enjoys working within a team environment (alongside parents and housekeeper)
• Highly organised, proactive, and naturally tidy
• Confident planning engaging, age-appropriate activities
• Comfortable cooking fresh, healthy, and nutritious meals for children
• Able to swim (due to travel locations)
• Comfortable with a structured full-day live-out schedule
Duties
• Providing attentive, high-quality care for both children
• Supporting all aspects of early development (social, emotional, cognitive, physical)
• Assisting with weaning, feeding, and establishing healthy eating habits
• Supporting potty training and other developmental transitions as the children grow
• Planning and implementing engaging, age-appropriate activities (creative, educational, and outdoor)
• Encouraging a love of books, imaginative play, and creativity
• Maintaining consistent routines (sleep, feeding, nursery schedule)
• Preparing fresh, healthy meals and snacks for the children
• Managing and organising children’s clothing, toys, and daily essentials
• Packing and unpacking for travel, ensuring all children’s needs are met in each location
• Travelling with the family and adapting to different environments and schedules
• Working collaboratively with parents and liaising effectively with the housekeeper
• Babysitting approximately 2 evenings per week (flexible and open to discussion)
Start date Flexible
Salary Competitive market rate based on experience and qualifications
Hours Monday to Friday 7:15/7:30 am to 6:45//7pm
Qualifications required Childcare qualifications are a bonus
DBS checked Required
Required language English
Experience required At least 8 years working with babies from 6 months old
Driving license required No
Employment type Full time
Duration Permanent
Live in / out Live out