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Nanny / Rota Nanny Job

  • Sector: Childcare
  • Function: Live-Out Nanny, Rota Nanny
  • Contact: Laura Harrall
  • Contact Phone: +441298600414
  • Start Date: As soon as the right candidate is found
  • Location: St. Helens
  • Salary: £30,000+ GPA
  • Job Ref: 135859
  • Contact Email: laura@greycoatlumleys.co.uk

Daily Nanny / Rota Nanny Job - St Helens Merseyside - Full-time role over 3 days - £30,000+ GPA

A busy family in St Helens is seeking a reliable, caring, and enthusiastic Nanny to help look after their six children (ranging from 14 years old down to 1 year old). The position is for 3 days per week, working 12-hour shifts, typically covering Monday to Saturday on opposing shifts with another Nanny to ensure six days of continuous cover. Some weekend work will be required, and flexibility in hours is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Childcare & Supervision: Provide attentive, nurturing care for children aged 1 to 14 years old. This includes meal preparation, hygiene routines, playtime, and ensuring a safe environment.

  • Education & Fun: Assist with homework for school-aged children and engage the younger ones in educational and creative play activities.

  • School & Nursery Runs: Manage drop-offs and pick-ups for children attending full-time school and part-time nursery.

  • Personal Assistant Duties: Organise schedules and appointments for the children, communicate with schools and nursery as needed, and maintain clear records for the family.

  • Handover & Communication: Work closely with the other Nanny, providing clear written and verbal handovers so each shift runs smoothly.

  • Travel & Events: Occasionally travel with the family and supervise the children on outings, holidays, and day trips. These costs are covered by the family.

  • Light Household Tasks: Keep children’s areas tidy, organise their belongings, and plan age-appropriate activities.

Requirements

  • Full Driving Licence & Own Vehicle: Essential for school runs, extracurricular activities, and potential travel requirements.

  • Enhanced DBS Check: The role is subject to a full, up-to-date DBS clearance.

  • Flexibility: Availability to work some weekends, longer shifts, and travel if required.

  • Experience: Previous childcare or nannying experience is highly desirable. Experience with a range of ages is a plus.

Key Attributes & Personality

  • Adaptable & Organised: Able to manage multiple children’s schedules and changing needs efficiently.

  • Patient & Caring: Attentive to each child’s emotional and developmental needs.

  • Fun & Creative: Resourceful in planning educational, engaging, and enjoyable activities that cater to different age groups.

  • Excellent Communicator: Able to maintain clear communication with the family and the other Nanny, as well as with schools and external activity providers.

  • Team Player: Willingness to work collaboratively with parents and the other Nanny to ensure seamless care.

Start as soon as they find the right candidate

Working week will be 3 days, 12 hour shifts for example Mon / Tues / Wed & Thur / Fri / Sat in rotation with the other Nanny

£30,000+ GPA