ZI377 - Live-Out Nanny - Islington, London

Overview Professional and welcoming Highbury/Islington-based parents seek a fabulous live-out nanny/PA for their 2 girls aged 2-yrs and 4-yrs. During term-time, the schedule is 3 days per week, from 8am-7pm, while during school holidays the schedule changes to Monday through Friday, 8am-7pm. From September 2026 the term-time schedule will change to Monday through Friday, 1-7pm, while school holidays will remain the same. The family do travel reasonably regularly during the holiday periods, and don't usually take the nanny with them. Responsibilities This is a position for a professional and knowledgeable nanny who brings a calm and confident approach and, ideally, is familiar with the Pikler approach or, at the very least, respectful care that encourages independence. Responsibilities will include: All aspects of children's care, to include general nursery duties Nursery and school drop offs and pick ups Creating an engaging and stimulating environment that promotes healthy development and aligns with the parents' preferences Keeping the children's areas tidy and organised, and keeping on top of their laundry and ironing Planning developmentally appropriate activities and outings Being aware of developmental and behavioural milestones, actively working with the whole family to ensure their social, emotional and physical well-being is a priority Bringing a positive, flexible and cheerful demeanour to the home Preparing fresh, healthy meals for the children Assistant style duties for the children - organising parties and gifts, liaising with the school/nursery when required, wardrobe management, booking appointments and activities etc Babysitting once per month, ideally, as well as occasional proxy parenting (for up to 4-5 days at a time, likely a couple of times per year) Requirements Excellent communicator and a professional demeanour Comfortable with Mum being around and involved Skilled at reading the room and integrating seamlessly into a household Calm, kind and nurturing personality with a pitch-in mentality Able to observe, encourage and engage in respectful interactions with the children and the household in general Familiarity with the Pikler approach Hands on and resourceful but able to recognise when to give the family space and privacy Experience with a similar age is essential and longevity in previous roles is preferred Sterling, verifiable references Fantastic work-ethic, motivated and dedicated, and full of initiative Fun and friendly, able to ensure a truly nurturing and loving environment around the girls Previous experience in a professional childcare/nursery setting preferred