Ref: 1939 – Live-in Nanny & Personal Assistant – Kensal Rise (NW6)

Ref: 1939 – Live-in Nanny & Personal Assistant – Kensal Rise (NW6)

A long-standing family in Kensal Rise (NW6) is looking for a Live-in Nanny & Personal Assistant to support their two children, now aged 6 years and 2.5 years. We know this family well and can confidently recommend them as excellent employers.

Children

• Boy, 6 years – attends school + afternoon school club.

• Girl, 2.5 years – attends nursery daily except Fridays.

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday, 7am–7pm

• 60 hours per week (live-in)

Salary

• £732 gross per week

Accommodation

• Independent large studio in the garden (private, fully separate from the house).

Driving / Transport Requirement (non-negociable)

The school and nursery are far with no easy bus access.
Candidate must:

• Either hold a UK driving licence,

• OR confidently use the family’s electric bike daily.

If the candidate neither drives nor accepts to use the electric bike, they cannot apply.

Start Date

• January 2026 for the right candidate.

Role Overview

The family needs someone who can manage both:

1. Nanny duties, and

2. Personal assistant / household organisation duties.

A very good level of English is required to communicate with schools, clubs, suppliers, and organise schedules.

Main Responsibilities

Nanny Duties

• School and nursery runs (car or electric bike).

• Care for the children outside school/nursery hours.

• Plan age-appropriate activities, outings, and playtime.

• Manage children’s routines, meals, baths, and general wellbeing.

• Prepare healthy meals/snacks for the children.

• Keep children’s areas tidy and organised.

• Liaise with teachers, clubs, and parents about the children’s needs.

• Cooking skills: interest in food and ability to prepare simple meals.
• Computer skills: basic computer literacy required.

Personal Assistant / Household Support

• Organise the family calendar (school events, clubs, extracurricular activities).

• Manage children’s books, uniforms, supplies, and equipment.

• Handle food shopping and household supplies.

• Ensure the home stays organised and running smoothly.

• Light daily housekeeping related to the children and self-maintenance.

• Coordinate with the weekly cleaner (deep cleaning already covered).

• Occasional simple errands (pharmacy, post, pick-ups, etc.).

Requirements

• Strong childcare experience.

• High level of English.

• Willing and able to drive OR use electric bike daily (mandatory).

• Organised, proactive, and reliable.

• Positive attitude and ability to run a household smoothly.

• Excellent references.

If this matches your profile and availability, please send your CV to contact@frenchnannyuk.com