Gilbert-Horwood Private Staffing
Gilbert-Horwood Private Staffing
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26/10/2026 Gilbert-Horwood Private Staffing
Temporary Positions
1005 | Temporary Proxy Parent – Hampshire

Location: Hampshire
Dates: 26–29 January 2027 (TBC)
Schedule: 24-hour care, including three overnight stays
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are seeking an experienced, reliable and caring Proxy Parent to provide short-term care for school-aged children while their parents are away.
The successful candidate will be confident managing the children's daily routines independently, ensuring a safe, nurturing and well-organised environment throughout the placement.
Key Responsibilities:
School drop-offs and collections
Preparing meals and breakfast
Managing evening and bedtime routines
Providing overnight care and supervision
Ensuring the children's general wellbeing and maintaining their usual routines

Ideal Candidate:
A professional, warm and responsible childcare practitioner with previous sole-charge or proxy parenting experience, excellent organisational skills and a calm, proactive approach.
Source Agency
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Job reference 1005
Region South East (Excluding London)
Area Hampshire
Location Hampshire
Start date 01/1/2027
Salary ££ Market Rates
Hours Not specified
Qualifications required Not specified
DBS checked Required
Required language English
Experience required 2+ years
Driving license required Yes
Employment type Full time
Duration Temporary
Live in / out Live in