HNW family in Preston near Manchester is seeking an experienced Live-in Nanny/Housekeeper to join their busy household on a long-term basis.
The role combines sole-charge childcare responsibilities (for two children aged 1 and 3 years) and comprehensive housekeeping duties, requiring a candidate who is organised, proactive, energetic, and capable of fully managing a busy household.
Childcare Responsibilities:
• Full-time care (sole and shared charge alongside Mum) for two young children aged 1 and 3
• Plan and facilitate daily educational, stimulating activities (crafts, baking, outdoor play, messy play, developmental games)
• Organise and supervise playdates, nursery drop-off/pick-up, and attend local groups/classes/events
• Preparation of nutritious meals, snacks, and meal planning for the children
• Ensuring consistent routines and supporting their emotional, social, and developmental milestones
• Occasional proxy parenting in the mornings or evenings when Mum attends gym/classes or external commitments (with prior notice always provided)
Housekeeping & Home Management Responsibilities:
• Heavy housekeeping of a spacious 3–4-bedroom family home (deep cleaning, organisation, maintaining all household areas to a high standard)
• Daily tasks including laundry, ironing, wardrobe management, changing beds, tidying play areas, deep cleaning rooms regularly
• Weekly ordering of groceries and household essentials in collaboration with Mum
• Cooking nutritious, home-cooked family evening meals several times per week
• Keeping all clothing, linens, and household items clean, organised, and readily available
• Managing household maintenance, liaising with contractors, and ensuring smooth running of the home at all times
The ideal candidate will be comfortable and willing to travel domestically/internationally (3-4 times per year), the ability and willingness to adapt to changing family requirements as needed
The accommodation offered is a private self-contained annex flat within family home which includes private bedroom, ensuite bathroom, television, kitchenette area, and separate access.
Schedule:
• Daily hours: 7:30 am – 7:30 pm
• 5 days per week for three weeks each month, 6 days per week for one week each month
• Days off and working schedule clearly provided a month in advance
• At least two Saturdays and one Sunday per month required
• Days rotated monthly to allow flexibility and planning
Salary: £40,000 gross per annum (paid weekly in arrears)
Start ASAP