Overview
This exceptional live-in role is for an experienced daily nanny to work sole charge for a busy, professional family in a picturesque town in Suffolk, with excellent links to London via the local train station. You will care for a delightful 11-month-old boy, providing nurturing, engaging, and attentive support to encourage his development. The family seeks a caring, engaging, and reliable nanny who will bring fun and creativity to their home. The priority of the role is childcare, with some support to help keep the household running smoothly.
You will be responsible for providing attentive, loving care, including nursery duties, preparing healthy and balanced meals, bottle feeding, cleaning bottles, and managing all physical care needs. Additional responsibilities include playtime, attending local baby groups and activities, planning outings, and going for walks to encourage socialisation and support the child’s development. The ideal candidate will be confident, careful, and able to form a collaborative partnership with the mother to provide the highest standards of care.
If you have a genuine passion for children and would relish the opportunity to be part of this lively and friendly family, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
* Provide attentive, loving care for an 11-month-old, supporting development and daily routines.
* Nursery duties and meal preparation for the child; bottle feeding and cleaning bottles.
* Plan and participate in playtime, local baby groups, activities, outings, and walks to support development.
* Support the household as needed while prioritising childcare.
* Drive to activities when required; a clean driving license is preferred and a vehicle is provided for on-duty use.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a nanny.
* 12-hour Paediatric First Aid and Enhanced DBS (update).
* Level 3 Childcare qualification.
* Confident and careful driver with a clean license (vehicle provided for on-duty use).
* Ability to work sole charge in a live-in role and form a collaborative partnership with parents.
Job Details
* Location: Woodbridge, Suffolk
* Hours: Up to 45 hours per week until March 2026; up to 60 hours per week thereafter.
* Days: Primarily Tuesday to Saturday, with occasional flexibility for Monday to Friday as needed.
* Pet policy: No pets in the home.
* Driving: Yes, driver required; vehicle provided for on-duty use.
* Start date: January 2026, with potential earlier start for ideal candidate.
* Pay: £24,700 gross per annum until March 2026; £34,220 gross per annum thereafter.
* Benefits: Use of a vehicle provided for on-duty purposes.
* Contract: Permanent role.
Agency & Contact
Full Name of Employment Agency: Elite Nanny Solutions LTD T/A Harmony at Home Suffolk and Colchester.
Contact: kay@harmonyathome.co.uk; Phone: 01473 373315.
Please apply via the “Apply for job” button. This job has an ID code of 863372.
Requirements & Compliance
For roles with children and the vulnerable you must have an up-to-date enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, a 12-hour Paediatric First Aid Certificate, and a minimum of 2 professional referees who are happy for you to share their contact details. One reference must be your current or last employer and both references must be immediately contactable. Personal insurance is recommended.
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