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Arthur’s House Nanny Agency is recruiting a warm, experienced, and highly organised full-time nanny for a private family based in Lancaster Gate.

Role overview

This is a long-term position caring for two children aged 5 months and 3 years. The family is seeking someone who prioritises children’s happiness and safety, brings excellent attention to detail, and can confidently support a busy, working household with appropriate flexibility for occasional overtime.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday

• Ideally 7:00am–6:00pm or 7:30am–6:30pm

• The family can consider 7:30am–6:00pm

• Overtime occasionally required, particularly when parents are working late or travelling

Start date

• April, 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Provide sole charge care for both children, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities, outings, and play

• Arrange home-based sensory play for the baby and engaging learning opportunities for the 3-year-old

• Support development in line with EYFS

• Proxy parenting responsibilities, including school communication, arranging appointments, and organising playdates

• Children’s related housekeeping, including children’s laundry, meal prep, and keeping bedrooms and play areas organised

• Very light household support as needed, including occasional grocery help and occasionally taking out the rubbish

• Both parents are working professionals and need a reliable and flexible person to come on board

Household notes

• Support staff are in place: a chef (adults and 3-year-old dinner), a weekly cleaner, and a dog walker

• The nanny’s primary focus is the children

• The home has two dogs and a cat

• No known allergies

Candidate requirements

• Warm, caring, and calm manner with excellent professional judgement

• Proven experience with babies and toddlers

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail

• Confident taking initiative and managing children’s logistics day-to-day

• Fluent English

• Driving licence preferred

• Flexible, reliable, and seeking a long-term commitment

Compensation

• Total package up to £70k (DOE)

About the Family

We are delighted to present this wonderful opportunity on behalf of our client, a warm and chilled-out family based in the Kennington/Elephant and Castle area. The family consists of two lovely boys aged 6 and 8, and both parents who split their time between home and office.

The Role

The family is seeking an experienced and confident after-school nanny to join them Monday through Thursday. This is a role for someone who can take initiative and get on with the job independently.

Key Responsibilities

• School pick-ups and transporting children to their various activities (football, swimming, dance etc)

• Supervising and assisting with homework

• Cooking nutritious meals for the entire family

• Managing children's laundry

• Arriving a few hours before school pick-up to prepare

• Maintaining the children's routine and ensuring they are well-cared for

Position Details

• Days: Monday to Thursday

• Hours: Up to 25 hours per week

• Salary: Up to £25 gph (DOE)

• Start Date: Mid-April, 2026

• Location: Elephant and Castle/Kennington

• Driver: Not required

• Pets: None

Holidays and Additional Hours

During school holidays, the children typically attend camps, and the nanny's hours are maintained throughout. Some opportunity for weekend work and evening babysitting.

The Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrable experience working with school-age children

• Confident, proactive, and able to work independently

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks

• Excellent cooking skills with the ability to prepare family meals

• French-speaking is advantageous (though not essential) as the mother speaks French to the children

• Warm, nurturing, and someone the children will respect

• Flexible and adaptable

What Makes This Role Special

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a relaxed and appreciative family who are open to different types of profiles and backgrounds.

Arthur’s House is acting on behalf of a private family based in Barons Court (W14) who are welcoming twins later this year The family has four children already (ages 7, 6, 4, and 18 months) and benefits from an established support system. We are seeking an experienced, calm, and adaptable nanny to support daytime care of the newborn twins, provide wraparound help at busy times and act as a general support in this busy and getting busier household.

Location

• Near Barons Court, London

Start date

• May 2026

Current household support (for context)

• Existing nanny/housekeeper (live-out) 5 days per week, 9:00am–7:00pm (family would like to retain this person long-term)

• Night nurse/maternity nurse secured for nights from September, 9:00pm–7:00am (nights only)

Role overview

• Primary focus: confident, hands-on care of the twins during the day

• Secondary support: assist with the older children during busy transitions when needed

• Household support: light housekeeping duties connected to the children and the smooth running of the home

• Maintain clear communication with parents and other household staff about routines, development, and day-to-day priorities

• Keep a calm structure to the day, tracking naps, feeds, and key milestones for both babies

• Proactively identify what support is needed at pinch points and step in where appropriate (within nanny scope)

• Support safe, age-appropriate outings and activities as the twins grow (local walks, baby groups, playdates)

• Help ensure the nursery and baby equipment are stocked, clean, and set up for the day (nappies, wipes, changing stations)

Core responsibilities

• Provide developmentally appropriate, attentive care for the newborn twins

• Support feeding and settling routines during daytime hours (in coordination with the family and night nurse)

• Assist with the morning and after-school rush (including coverage around 6:30am–9:00am where required)

• Help with children’s laundry, nursery upkeep, and keeping children’s areas tidy and well organised

• Prepare bottles, sterilise equipment, and maintain hygiene routines

• Coordinate with and work with the existing nanny/housekeeper to ensure continuity and consistency of care

• Pack and organise for travel as needed

Schedule & flexibility

• The family is flexible and open to tailoring the schedule for the right candidate

• Ideal coverage includes:

  • Weekday early morning support: 6:30am–9:00am (daily)

  • Weekend availability: willingness to work some weekends, potentially longer days (up to 7:00am–8:00pm)

• Open to considering two part-time hires to share coverage, if that creates the best overall solution

Travel

• Must be open to travel through the year

Key requirements

• Confident managing two babies simultaneously while working within the household

• Warm, discreet, and professional with strong boundaries and excellent judgement

• Organised, reliable, and flexible with a collaborative approach (need to be willing to work with others for the overall goal)

• Strong English speaker

• Legally able to work in the UK

Desirable

• Driver (not required, but helpful)

• Recent experience caring for twins (newborn and infant stage)

Compensation

• £22-24 gph

• 55 hours per week (Mon-Fri)

• Opportunity for overtime and additional hours traveling and weekends

To apply

• Please share your CV, relevant references (including twin/newborn experience), and availability (including weekend and travel flexibility).

Location: Islington, London (live-out)

Start date: Early May (flexible by 1 to 2 months)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 7:00pm

Pay: £55-70k (DOE)

About the family

Islington-based family with two children:

• An 11-month-old boy (primary childcare focus)

• A 5-year-old girl (in school during the day)

• There is a small female dog in the home.

The role

The family is looking for an experienced, warm, and proactive Mandarin-speaking nanny for a full-time live-out role. You will primarily care for the baby during the day, and support with the older child before and after school.

Key responsibilities

• Provide attentive, developmentally appropriate care for the 11-month-old, including maintaining routines

• Plan and organise age-appropriate activities, outings, and playdates, and encourage social interaction

• Teach and reinforce Mandarin with both children through daily conversation, songs, books, and play, aligned to each child’s age and stage

• Create simple, fun Mandarin-learning activities for the older child after school, and support basic early language exposure for the baby

• Nurture the children’s emotional wellbeing with a calm, affectionate approach, positive boundaries, and gentle guidance

• Encourage good manners, confidence, and independence through supportive routines and age-appropriate responsibilities

• Support shared-charge care as needed (parent(s) will be around some days and may assist with pick-up)

• After-school support for the 5-year-old, including supervision and helping with dinner-time routine

• Prepare simple, healthy meals for the children and support with child-related cooking (no allergies)

• Child-related housekeeping, tidying, and keeping play areas organised

• Occasional travel (welcome, but not essential)

Requirements

• Fluent Mandarin

• Fluent English

• Proven nanny experience with babies and young children

• Confident working in a shared-charge and sole charge setting

• Excellent communication skills and a “good human touch”

• Warm, sociable, and proactive in arranging activities

• Comfortable with a small dog

Additional information

• Driving is not required

To apply: Please share your CV, relevant experience, availability, and expected net hourly rate.

Arthur’s House is recruiting on behalf of a warm family in Parsons Green (SW6). They are looking for a calm, capable, genuinely nurturing nanny to care for their engaging toddler and help welcome a new baby due shortly.

Start: April 2026

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (typical 9:00am–5:00pm)

Salary: £22–£24 gross per hour (dependent on experience)

The role

• Create a warm, consistent, developmentally appropriate routine for a toddler.

• Plan age-appropriate activities, outings, and play that support language, confidence, and social development.

• Arrange playdates and opportunities to socialise.

• Support with newborn care as required, and help the household adjust to two children.

• Prepare healthy meals for the children.

• Light child-related housekeeping, including children’s laundry and keeping children’s areas tidy.

You will be

• Calm, gentle, warm, and emotionally attuned.

• Experienced with toddlers. Newborn experience is strongly preferred.

• Proactive, organised, and confident taking initiative.

• Comfortable supporting a toddler through big transitions (new sibling, nursery days, changing routines).

• Play-led and developmentally minded, with a natural ability to plan a balanced day.

• An excellent communicator: discreet, respectful, and able to keep parents calmly informed.

• Safety-conscious, steady under pressure, and guided by strong judgement.

Nice to have

• Happy to travel with the family, especially during the summer months.

• Driver (not required).

• Willing to cook for the family when time allows.

To apply

Please share your CV, availability to start in April, and a short note outlining your relevant experience with toddlers and newborns.

A warm, structured, and busy household in Barnes is seeking a confident, calm, and professional nanny for a long-term role caring for 4.5-year-old twin boys and their 1-year-old brother.

This is a full-time, sole-charge position. Both parents work out of the house. The role is hands-on and active, with a strong focus on school routines, driving to activities, planning engaging outings and play, and supporting the children’s learning and development with kind, consistent boundaries.

At a glance

• Location: Barnes, SW13

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am–7:00pm

• Start: Summer 2026

• Salary: £50,000–£75,000 gross per annum (dependent on experience)

• Children: 4.5-year-old twins and a 1-year-old (expected to start nursery September 2027; role remains full-time)

• Type: Sole charge

• Driver: Essential

• Other: Family dog in the home

The role

You will take full responsibility for all child-related duties, including:

• Managing school routines, drop-offs, and pick-ups

• Driving to and from activities (twins have after-school activities Monday to Thursday)

• Planning age-appropriate activities, outings, and play-based learning

• Arranging and supervising playdates

• Supporting manners, good behaviour, and consistent household boundaries

• Planning and managing holiday periods (camps plus outings and activities)

• Occasional travel with the family

About you

The family would love to meet someone who is:

• Confident, calm, and experienced with energetic children

• Warm, nurturing, and genuinely enjoys childcare

• Naturally organised, proactive, and strong on routines and forward planning

• A clear communicator with parents, schools, and any other staff

• Punctual, dependable, and professional with a strong track record

• Patient, emotionally attuned, and able to manage sibling dynamics

• Flexible and solution-focused during busy weeks and school holidays

• Comfortable around dogs

• Happy to feel part of the family while maintaining clear working boundaries

Requirements

• Driver (essential)

• Enhanced DBS

• Paediatric First Aid certificate

• Right to Work in the UK

If you are an experienced, caring nanny who thrives in a warm, structured household and is looking for a long-term role, we would love to hear from you.

We have a lovely family seeking a warm, reliable, and experienced nanny to care for their two daughters: a 1-year-old and a 5-year-old. This role offers a mix of full-day and after-school care within a supportive and friendly family environment.

Schedule & Responsibilities

Tuesday & Wednesday (After-school, 3.5 hours)

• Pick up the 5-year-old from school

• Pick up the one-year-old from nursery in the afternoon (a two-minute walk from the house)

• Provide homework support and after-school care

• Prepare simple, healthy dinners

• Light tidying of children’s areas

• Wednesday only: take the 5-year-old to gymnastics

Thursday (Full day, 10 hours)

• Full-day care for the 1-year-old, including planning and structuring the day with age-appropriate activities

• Afternoon school pick-up

• Prepare simple, healthy dinners

• Light child-related household tasks

Ideal Candidate

• Warm, nurturing, and genuinely enjoys working with children

• Organised, proactive, and dependable

• Comfortable caring for toddlers and managing school pick-up routines

• Able to structure and plan engaging, developmentally appropriate activities for a toddler

• Ability to prepare simple, nutritious meals

• Confident driver

• Excellent references from previous childcare roles

• Valid DBS check and current First Aid certification

Details

• Salary: £19-£20 gross per hour (DOE)

• Start Date: ASAP

• Location: Surbiton

If you are enthusiastic, caring, and enjoy working with children in a structured but fun environment, we would love to hear from you!

Our Client

We are delighted to be working with a wonderful family based in Notting Hill, London, who are seeking an experienced and nurturing nanny to care for their 5-month-old daughter. This is a long-term position offering the opportunity to become an integral part of a loving family home.

About the Role

This is a live-out nanny position for 4-5 days per week (to be confirmed with the successful candidate). The family are flexible on the exact start date, with an anticipated start in May or June 2026, allowing time to find the perfect match.

Working Hours

7:30am - 5:30pm

Salary

Up to £60k PA (DOE)

Key Responsibilities

• Providing loving, patient, and engaging care for a 5-month-old baby

• Supporting with weaning and developmental milestones

• Preparing bottles and feeding equipment as needed

• Managing nap times and sleep routines

• Keeping the nursery and play areas clean and organised

• Optional: Light housekeeping duties during nap times (e.g., tidying, laundry related to baby)

• Communicating regularly with parents about the baby's day, progress, and any concerns

• Planning and implementing age-appropriate activities to encourage development

• Maintaining routines and ensuring the baby's wellbeing at all times

• Light housekeeping duties related to the child

About the Ideal Candidate

The family are looking for someone truly special who possesses:

• Significant experience working as a nanny, particularly with babies

• A genuine passion for children and their development

• Exceptional patience and a calm, composed demeanor in all situations

• Kind, loving, and nurturing nature

• Strong organisational skills to manage the many aspects of childcare

• The ability to remain calm and never lose their temper

• Energy and enthusiasm for the role

• Excellent English language skills

• The right to work in the UK, enhanced DBS check and up to date full paediatric First Aid certificate

Additional Information

• Location: Notting Hill, London

• A driving license is not essential given the central London location however could be useful in the future

• The family do not envisage extensive travel with the nanny

This is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced nanny to join a caring family and play a vital role in their daughter's early years and development.

About the Family

We are delighted to represent a wonderful family in their search for a warm, engaging, and reliable nanny. The family consists of two lovely girls, aged 3 and 7, who are looking for someone who can provide attentive care, fun activities, and support with their daily routines.

The parents are both working professionals who value flexibility, communication, and a proactive approach to childcare. They are seeking someone who will truly engage with their children and become a trusted member of the household.

Position Details

• Contract Type: Fixed term contract (approximately 7-8 months)

• Hours: Full-time position, with flexibility required, Mon-Fri 8am - 6pm (both children in school during term time)

• Start Date: Feb, 2026

• Location: Notting Hill, Ladbroke Grove

• Salary: Up to £60k

Key Responsibilities

• Providing attentive, nurturing care for two girls aged 3 and 7

• School runs and after-school pickups

• Planning and facilitating age-appropriate activities, outings, and playdates

• Preparing healthy meals and snacks for the children

• Supporting with homework and educational activities

• After school clubs and activities

• Managing the children's schedules, including extracurricular activities

• Light housekeeping related to the children (tidying play areas, children's laundry, etc.)

• Maintaining a safe, clean, and stimulating environment

• Being proactive and willing to take the children out for activities and adventures

• Cooking for the children with a focus on nutrition and healthy eating

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working as a nanny or in a similar childcare role

• Paediatric First Aid certification

• Enhanced DBS check

• Strong references from previous employers

• Excellent communication skills

• Flexible approach and socially intelligent

• Driver with clean UK driving licence (desirable)

• Energetic, enthusiastic, and genuinely engaged with children

Ideal Candidate

The family is looking for someone who is:

• Warm, caring, and naturally good with children

• Proactive and takes initiative

• Reliable and trustworthy

• Happy to get out and about with the children rather than staying at home

• Flexible with working hours to accommodate the family's professional commitments

• A clear communicator who can work collaboratively with the parents

• Someone who will be fully present and engaged during working hours

• Mild allergies need to be managed with the youngest child

Position: Part-Time Nanny/Mother's Help

Location: West Kensington, London

Start Date: Mid-January 2026

Hours: 7:30am - 12:30pm, Monday to Friday + 2 weekend days a month (Sat or Sun) (30 hours per week contracted + overtime for travel and additional hours / days)

Salary: £21-22 per hour (gross)

About the Family

Our client is a lovely family based in West Kensington seeking a reliable, warm, and flexible part-time nanny/mother's help to join their household. They have two children, two girls aged 1 and 4. The family values flexibility and is looking for someone who can adapt to their needs, including occasional weekend support and travel when required.

Role Overview

This is a morning-focused mother's help position, working alongside the family to ensure a smooth start to the day. The role involves childcare, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. The family already has coverage from 1:00pm to 7:30pm, so this position complements their existing arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with morning routines and breakfast preparation for the children

• School drop-off as needed

• Tag-team support with parents during busy morning periods

• Prepare and serve lunch for the baby

• Put baby down for nap/sleep

• Light cooking and meal preparation for the family

• General mother's help duties including tidying, organising, and maintaining a clean, welcoming home environment

• Flexibility to provide support on either Saturday or Sunday when needed

• Willingness to travel with the family when required (occasional)

Ideal Candidate

• Experienced nanny or mother's help with excellent references

• Warm, nurturing, and proactive approach to childcare

• Competent cook with ability to prepare nutritious family meals

• Flexible and adaptable to changing schedules and family needs

• Comfortable working collaboratively with parents in a tag-team approach

• Reliable and punctual

• Professional

Additional Information

• No driving required

• No pets in the household

• Flexibility is essential for this role

If you are an experienced, flexible nanny/mother's help looking for a rewarding part-time position with a warm family in West Kensington, we would love to hear from you.

This welcoming family in Monaco are looking for a nanny to help them on weekdays initially on a 6-month basis. The family have a keen focus on developmental milestones and would love to secure an experienced and capable nanny who could easily fit into the family life and pick up tasks as they arise. The role would suit a nanny who is happy to work with the family and who is passionate about their role.

Start date: April, 2026

Charge: 1 child, 2 years old

Schedule: 9am - 6pm Monday-Friday

Salary: Highly competitive (please state desired rate on application)

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide attentive, engaging, and developmentally focused care

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities that encourage learning and growth

• Maintain consistent routines, including feeding, bathing, and nap schedules and keep a log for parents

• Prepare healthy meals and snacks for the child with a focus on weaning

• Keep nursery and play areas clean, tidy, and well organised

• Accompany the family if needed for travel

• Communicate regularly with parents about the child’s progress, routines, and milestones

• Support developmental milestones through play, language stimulation, and sensory activities

• Maintain a safe environment and follow all household safety protocols

• Be flexible and adaptable to the family's changing needs

• Take the girl on outdoor walks and activities

Requirements:

• Qualification in Early Years Education or Child Development (preferred)

• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience working with infants and toddlers

• Strong knowledge of early childhood development and milestones

• Comprehensive experience of weaning

• Valid Enhanced DBS

• Up-to-date Paediatric First Aid certification

• Excellent references from previous employers

On behalf of our client, we are seeking an experienced, organized, and punctual full-time live-out nanny to support a busy family in Parsons Green with their 8-year-old boy/girl twins and 4-year-old girl.

About the Family

Our client is a professional family with a strong focus on education and routine. The family has one placid French Bulldog as well. This family are busy and thrive on keeping active with their busy schedule. This role would suit someone who is happy to be super organised, positive and get involved in a myriad of tasks on a daily basis.

The Role

This is a full-time, live-out position with hours from 6:30am to 7:00pm, including a break during the middle of the day. The family will provide use of their Range Rover throughout the week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Morning routine and school preparation

• School drop-offs (you'll have time for a break after the morning run)

• School pick-ups and managing after-school activities and clubs

• Coordinating schedules via Google Calendar

• Supporting homework and educational development

• General care for the children, working alongside Mum who is often at home but on call often

• Preparing healthy snacks and light meals for the children

• Organising and tidying children's bedrooms, play areas, and belongings

• Coordinating playdates and social activities

• Assisting with bath time and bedtime routines as needed

• Managing children's wardrobes and ensuring appropriate clothing for weather and activities

• Communicating regularly with parents about children's day, progress, and any concerns

• Accompanying children to appointments (medical, dental, etc.) when required

Please note: the family employs a full-time cleaner, so housekeeping duties are minimal.

The Ideal Candidate

• Confident driver – essential for school runs and activities

• Punctual and highly organised – the family values routine and reliability

• Previous educational experience – understanding of children's academic development would be advantageous

• Energetic nanny who is willing to be an active part of family life

• Comfortable working alongside parents – Mum is hands-on and involved, so the ideal candidate will be open and collaborative

• Believer in routine and consistent and no screen time Mon-Fri

• Flexible and able to manage the dynamic nature of after-school schedules in term time

Terms

• Salary: Up to £82k PA

• Hours: 6:30am – 7:00pm with breaks (Monday to Friday)

• Start date: Mid March, 2026

• Location: Parsons Green, London

• Travel: Not required

• Vehicle provided: Yes – Range Rover for weekly use