Nanny Position, Edinburgh EH10
Greycoat Lumley's client are seeking a loving, experienced, flexible and reliable Nanny to care for a 10 year old boy working alongside our existing Nanny. There is an older sibling in the home, however he is 14 years old and very self-sufficient.
The successful candidate will enhance continuity of care covering evenings, afternoons, annual leave and additional support when our existing Nanny is unavailable.
The role would suit a professional looking to be an integral part of family life ensuring their son thrives in a warm, nurturing, stimulating environment.
A team player attitude is essential, as is the willingness to muck-in.
The family travels around 4/5 times per year and own a property in Florida.
A competitive salary is on offer. Some weeks will require less hours depending on schedules. In return, genuine willingness to be flexible is requested.
Love of theme parks are a bonus!
Primary Responsibilities
Childcare
1. Care for 10 year old with ASN: Autism and ADHD
2. Plan and implement age-appropriate activities, educational play, and outings
3. Support with homework & project work from his home-schooled tutor
4. Maintain consistent routines that promote well-being
Practical Responsibilities
5. Prepare nutritious meals and snacks
6. Maintain tidy play areas and bedroom
7. Light housekeeping related to childcare duties, the family have a cleaner
8. Transportation and attend activities (full clean driving licence essential)
Additional Duties
9. Organise schedules and co-ordinate activities
10. Communicate daily with parents & other Nanny about children’s progress and needs
11. Support with bedtime routines when required
12. Occasional additional babysitting (by mutual agreement)
13. Occasional support with teenager, largely self sufficient
14. Travel with family & other Nanny for holidays and short trips
15. Providing cover during existing Nanny’s annual leave, sick leave, or other absences
Essential Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
16. Experience working with ASN children
17. Relevant childcare qualifications
18. Current Paediatric First Aid certification (or willing to complete)
19. Up-to-date PVG check (or willingness to obtain)
20. Strong references from previous families
Personal Qualities
21. Positive, enthusiastic approach with genuine love for childcare
22. High energy and enjoyment of active play and outdoor activities
23. Excellent communication skills with children, teenagers and parents
24. Professional approach with understanding of appropriate boundaries
25. Parent/s can sometimes be at present at home, so candidate able to work independently in that situation
26. Proactive, organised, reliable
27. Flexible and adaptable while maintaining good routines
28. Animal lover (2 cats in the household)
Practical Requirements
29. Full clean UK driving licence
30. Up to date Passport
31. Own reliable vehicle (free parking onsite)
32. Non-smoker
33. Excellent English language skills
Salary: £30,000 GPA
Job: 204481