REF: 1974,  Full-Time Nanny — Southbank SE1

REF: 1974,  Full-Time Nanny — Southbank SE1

A family based in Southbank is seeking an experienced full-time nanny to care for their newborn and their child aged 3.5 years. This is a long-term, daytime position starting in April. The family is looking for a highly professional, structured, and dynamic nanny, ideally with a Norland background or equivalent high-level training and experience.

Children

• Newborn (due May 2026)

• Child aged 3.5 years (attends school from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm)

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday

• 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

• Approx. 55 hours/week

Salary

• Competitive and negotiable, depending on experience

• Gross salary discussed at interview stage

Start Date

• April 2026

Role Overview

The nanny will be responsible for full daytime care of the newborn and shared care of the older child outside school hours. A maternity nurse will be in place for the first six months and will take over care from 7:00 pm onwards, ensuring a clear and structured daily handover. This is a strictly daytime role with no overnight duties. The family travels once or twice per year and requires flexibility to accompany them when needed.

Main Responsibilities

• Full daytime care of the newborn

• Care of the older child before and after school

• Coordinating daily handover with the maternity nurse at 7:00 pm

• Managing routines for both children

• Supporting children’s development

• Ensuring a safe, structured, and stimulating environment

Nanny Duties

• Newborn care during the day (feeds, naps, routines)

• Managing school drop-offs and pick-ups as required

• Organising age-appropriate activities

• Outdoor outings and play

• Preparing children’s meals

• Monitoring development and wellbeing

• Daily communication with parents

Maternity / Newborn Duties

• Establishing and maintaining daytime routines

• Bottle preparation if applicable

• Settling for naps

• Nappy changes and hygiene care

• Supporting parents with newborn routines

Child-related Housekeeping

• Children’s laundry

• Keeping bedrooms and play areas tidy

• Cleaning bottles and child-related equipment

• No deep cleaning

Requirements

• Proven experience with newborns and toddlers

• Norland training preferred

• Excellent English

• Dynamic, proactive, and organised

• Comfortable travelling with the family (1–2 trips per year)

• Up-to-date Paediatric First Aid

• Enhanced DBS

• Right to work in the UK

If this matches your profile, please apply with your CV to contact@frenchnannyuk.com