Friendly Family Seeking Experienced Nanny Housekeeper - Colchester, Essex

A lovely family are seeking an experienced Nanny Housekeeper to care for their two children, aged 4 and 8 years, and assist with the smooth running of their home. The ideal candidate will have previous childcare experience and demonstrate a calm, nurturing, and confident demeanour. The family are looking for someone warm, engaging, who can build a strong bond with the children while providing the highest standard of care. They will support the children's development and wellbeing, while helping to create a happy, organised, and thriving family environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive care and support for two children aged 4 and 8, including daily routines, supervision and developmental activities.
• Plan and facilitate arts, crafts, sports and performing arts activities to nurture the children's interests.
• Assist with household tasks such as bed making, wardrobe management, laundry, meal preparation and general organisation to maintain a well run home.
• Support the family's schedule by adapting to the required working days and providing flexible coverage.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a nanny.
• Valid 12 hour Paediatric First Aid certificate.
• Enhanced DBS check (with update service) required.
• Level 3 Childcare qualification.
• Full, clean driving licence and the ability to use the vehicle for work related travel, mileage reimbursed.

Working Hours & Days

• 20 hours per week, spread over three days.
• Monday and Tuesday, plus either Thursday or Friday as the third working day, depending on nanny's preference.
• Flexible arrangement of hours within the week agreed with the family.

Location & Compensation

• Location: Colchester, Essex.
• Pay: £18.00 Gross per hour ($18,720.00 Gross per annum).
• Permanent position.

Other Details

• Pets in the home: one friendly cat and one friendly dog.
• Driving required: Yes.
• Job start date: As soon as possible.
• Agency: Elite Nanny Solutions LTD T/A Harmony at Home Suffolk and Colchester.
• Contact: Phone:

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