Overview
Seeking a wonderful Mandarin-speaking (preferably!) Nanny/PA for a busy family living in Kensington. The successful candidate will care for two children aged 5-years and 8-years, as well as support Mum with her business. The usual schedule will be Monday through Friday, 11am-8pm, although a little flexibility around this would be appreciated depending on the family's plans. This is a permanent, long-term, live-out position.
Responsibilities
The girls are fairly independent and are in school during term-time. The role will therefore encompass general support and care for the children, and organisational and admin duties for the family:
* Teaching and practising mandarin with the girls on a day-to-day basis
* Organising activities and playdates
* School drop offs and pick ups
* Ensuring children's areas and items are clean, tidy and organised
* Staying on top of schedules, making sure the right items are packed in the right bags, and that things are prepared for the day ahead
* Supporting the children with their continued academic development, ensuring homework is completed and finding ways to engage and extend, where appropriate
* Some general tutoring and academic support
* Continuing to foster the children's curiosity and enjoyment in the world around them
* Family assistant-style duties - liaising with schools, gift buying, organising parties, scheduling activities, appointments, wardrobe management etc
* Supporting Mum with household/business admin when required
* Occasional proxy-parenting or weekend hours to cover for when the parents travel
Requirements
* Native-Mandarin speaker (preferably)
* Discreet and professional but with a friendly, positive and calm approach
* Excellent organisation and time-management skills
* Warm, loving, brilliant with children, but able to effectively maintain gentle boundaries
* Comfortable modelling appropriate behaviour while encouraging general etiquette and good manners
* Pitch-in approach to family support
* Full of initiative and able to stay a few steps ahead
* Safe and confident driver
* Consistent, and level‑headed, with longevity in previous roles and excellent references
* Confident swimmer preferably, although this isn't essential
* Dog-friendly, as the family may be welcoming one in the future
Salary and Benefits
* From £55,000 gross pa, DOE
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