Ref: 2070, Temporary Nanny – Southfields, SW18

Ref: 2070, Temporary Nanny – Southfields, SW18

A family based in Southfields, SW18, is looking for an experienced and reliable temporary nanny to care for their 8-month-old son.

The position is full-time until the end of November 2026, transitioning to three days per week until the end of February 2027.

Children

One boy aged 8 months.

Working Hours

Phase 1 – Full-Time (ASAP to 30 November 2026)

Monday to Friday
7:30am to 6:30pm or 8:00am to 7:00pm
55 hours per week

Phase 2 – Part-Time (1 December 2026 to 28 February 2027)

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
7:30am to 6:30pm or 8:00am to 7:00pm
33 hours per week

Salary

£25 gross per hour – Non-negotiable

• Full-time (55 hours): £1,375 gross per week
• Part-time (33 hours): £825 gross per week

The hourly rate is fixed and non-negotiable.

Contract

Temporary fixed-term employment contract until 28 February 2027.

Start Date

ASAP.

Role Overview

The nanny will be responsible for the baby’s daily care, supporting his development, wellbeing and established routines.

The family is looking for someone who is comfortable following parental guidance whilst also using their experience to suggest age-appropriate activities and encourage the baby’s development.

Main Responsibilities

Nanny Duties

• Provide attentive and safe care for the baby
• Follow established feeding and sleeping routines
• Prepare healthy, age-appropriate meals
• Support weaning and independent feeding
• Organise sensory play and developmental activities
• Encourage early learning and motor skills
• Take the baby for walks and outdoor activities
• Manage naps, nappy changes and daily hygiene
• Accompany the family to medical appointments when required
• Keep parents informed about the baby’s day

Child-related Housekeeping

• Clean bottles and feeding equipment
• Wash, fold and organise the baby’s clothes
• Change the baby’s bedding
• Keep the nursery, toys and play areas tidy
• Clean up after meals and activities

All housekeeping duties are strictly child-related. No general housekeeping or deep cleaning.

Requirements

• Proven professional experience caring for babies of a similar age
• Language Requirements

  Fluent English is essential. An additional language is preferred, with German as the first choice, followed by Spanish and then French. However, English-only candidates are also welcome to apply.

• Good knowledge of infant development and routines
• Reliable, punctual and organised
• Proactive and confident in suggesting suitable activities
• Comfortable following parental guidance
• Ideally based locally or within a reasonable commute of Southfields, SW18
• Valid Right to Work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS check
• Valid Paediatric First Aid certificate
• Checkable childcare references
• Available for the full duration of the contract until February 2027

If this matches your profile, please apply with your updated CV and relevant childcare experience.