Live-In Housekeeper/Nanny Required for Warm, Informal Family in Kent
Join this friendly, busy household and make a real difference to family life
Are you a proactive, organised and tech-savvy individual with a passion for working with children? We are searching for a positive, hands-on Live-In Housekeeper/Nanny to join a lovely, informal family in Kent and become an integral part of the busy home. You will be supporting a welcoming career couple and their three bright, energetic children. Their home is informal and friendly, and they value initiative and a sense of humour! Weekends are yours to enjoy, and all your accommodation, bills, and work-related travel are covered.
Your Responsibilities:
* Family Logistics Hero: Oversee school runs, uniforms, homework and all the day-to-day activities that keep family life ticking, including after-school schedules and packed meals.
* Household Management: While the children are at school, you'll manage the home—keeping it clean and organised, shopping for provisions, and overseeing contractors.
* Cooking: Prepare home-cooked meals and nutritious packed lunches/teas when required.
* Tech Savvy: Use technology to coordinate logistics, schedules and communication—being on the children's level with music, gadgets and apps is a real plus!
* Engagement: Devise creative ways and activities to keep the children engaged and occupied, balancing fun with a firm, fair approach when needed.
About You:
* Highly organised, resourceful and capable of running a busy family home with minimal supervision—initiative is key!
* Firm yet friendly with the children, able to keep them engaged and motivated.
* Experience in childcare/nannying highly valued, with a cheerful, positive attitude.
* Able to cook simple family meals and comfortable shopping for household needs.
* A confident driver (use of car provided for work purposes).
* Tech confident—you’ll use apps, smart devices, and online tools with ease.
Job Details:
* Location: Kent
* Hours: 07:00 – 21:00, Monday to Friday. Flexibility during school hours for personal time if household tasks are complete. Occasional late finish if parents are working late.
* Accommodation: Fully furnished, all bills included.
* Autonomy: No micro-management! You’ll be trusted to run your day and the home efficiently.
* Start Date: As soon as the right person is found.
What We Offer
* A welcoming, informal family environment where your input is genuinely valued.
* Autonomy and flexibility in your role—with trust and responsibility.
* Fully furnished live-in accommodation, all bills paid, and use of a car for work needs.
* Weekends off to explore Kent and enjoy your own interests.
If you are ready to embrace this rewarding role, bringing energy and positivity to help make a difference in this family’s life, we would love to hear from you!
To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover note to response@thelistuk.com telling us a bit about yourself and why you think you’d be the perfect fit for the role.