Retainer Nanny
Overview
A busy and active family based in the near Marlow are seeking a loving and professional Retainer Nanny with a mature approach for their three girls, aged 4.5 years, 3 years and 9 months. The role is a mixture of sole charge and shared care, and covers a maximum of 121 days per year (approximately 17 weeks per year), providing holiday and sickness cover for the family’s two Rota Nannies who work on a 24/7 rota basis.
The eldest will be starting school in September 2026; the middle daughter attends a local nursery three mornings per week; and all three children enjoy classes and activities locally. A private bedroom and ensuite bathroom will be provided whilst on duty.
Job duties
Responsibilities of the Retainer Nanny near Marlow, include:
- Provide attentive and developmentally appropriate care for three girls (aged 4.5, 3 and 9 months)
- Carry out all nursery duties including feeding, bathing, bedtime routines and overnight care
- Assist with nursery drop-off and school pick-up as required
- Plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities, outings and play at local activity centres and outdoor spaces
- Support and encourage the children’s individual interests, learning and development
- Prepare nutritious meals and snacks for the children
- Work collaboratively with the two Rota Nannies and the full-time housekeeper
- Maintain clear and professional communication with the parents
- Travel with the family when required
Note: laundry and ironing of the children’s clothes is handled by the family’s housekeeper
Candidates must be/have:
- Proven experience working with children of similar ages (baby, toddler and pre-school)
- Experience in a retainer, rota or 24-hour nanny role is highly advantageous
- The right to work in the UK
- A warm, patient and nurturing approach with a professional and mature manner
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- A love of the outdoors and an active lifestyle
- Comfortable around animals (e.g. horses and dogs)
- A full, clean driving licence — driving is essential
- Experience of family travel
- Up-to-date paediatric first aid certificate (or willingness to obtain)
Accommodation
A private bedroom and ensuite bathroom is provided when on duty.
Hours
This is a retainer position working 24 hours per day on a 7 days on / off rotation.
Covering a maximum of 121 × 24-hour days per year (approximately 17 weeks), providing holiday cover and sickness cover for the family’s two full-time Rota Nannies.
Location
Near Marlow and Henley-on-Thames, Buckinghamshire + occasional travel.
Salary
£50,000 gross per annum, paid on a retainer basis.
Job ref
CP1035: Retainer Nanny for three girls near Marlow, Buckinghamshire.
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