Location: De Beauvoir, Islington, London N1
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Job Type: Full-time
Driver Required: Yes
About the Role
We are looking for a warm, experienced, and reliable full-time nanny to care for our 10-month-old baby. The ideal candidate will be nurturing, attentive, and confident in supporting an infant’s daily routine, development, and wellbeing while creating a safe, loving, and stimulating environment.
Key Responsibilities
Daily Care
- Provide attentive and loving care throughout the day.
- Manage feeding routines, including bottles, weaning, and solid foods.
- Prepare healthy meals for the baby’s breakfast and pre-prepare the evening meal where appropriate.
- Create shopping lists or purchase groceries required for the baby’s meals.
- Change nappies and maintain excellent hygiene standards.
- Support gentle potty training using elimination communication techniques.
- Follow established sleep routines and nap schedules.
- Dress the baby appropriately and ensure comfort throughout the day.
Learning & Development
- Plan and engage in age-appropriate educational and play activities.
- Support the baby’s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development.
- Read books, sing songs, and encourage sensory learning and exploration.
- Attend local baby classes and activities when appropriate.
- Promote independence through a Montessori-inspired approach by involving the child in simple daily routines and household activities.
Safety & Wellbeing
- Maintain a safe and secure environment at all times.
- Monitor the baby’s health, behaviour, and developmental milestones.
- Provide basic care following parental guidance, including teething support and temperature checks.
- Inform parents promptly of any concerns or changes in the baby’s wellbeing.
Child-Related Household Duties
- Keep all baby areas clean, tidy, and organised.
- Sterilise bottles and feeding equipment.
- Wash, fold, and organise the baby’s clothing.
- Clean and organise toys and nursery items.
- Pack baby essentials for outings or occasional trips.
Communication
- Provide parents with daily updates on feeding, naps, activities, and development.
- Work closely with parents to maintain consistent routines and care.
Candidate Requirements
- Previous professional experience caring for infants, ideally under one year of age.
- Early Years or Childcare qualification.
- Strong understanding of infant care, sleep routines, nutrition, and early childhood development.
- Valid Paediatric First Aid certification (preferred).
- Enhanced DBS certificate, or willingness to obtain one.
- Excellent references.
- Reliable, punctual, trustworthy, and professional.
- Warm, patient, caring, and engaging personality.
Preferred Skills
- Ability to speak Punjabi or Hindi is desirable but not essential.
Salary & Benefits
Salary: To be discussed, depending on experience and qualifications.