Rota Nanny (Norland-trained)
Overview
Our client is seeking a Norland-qualified Rota Nanny to join their large household in South Kensington. The family has four children, aged one to nine, with a primary focus of the Rota Nanny being the care of the younger two children, aged one and five.
The family are looking for a highly organised, proactive team player with excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include managing the children’s busy schedules and activities, overseeing school-related communications (including WhatsApp groups), and ensuring the children’s rooms, play areas, and wardrobes are always tidy and well-organised. The older two children are in school until the afternoon, with a dedicated Tutor on weekdays to assist with their homework.
The position offers the chance to collaborate with a dedicated team of Nannies, Tutors, and other household staff, all working together to uphold the family’s high standards of care, organisation, and efficiency.
Job duties
Responsibilities of Rota Nanny (Norland-trained) in South Kensington include:
- Provide primary care for the younger two children, aged one and five
- Organise and supervise the children’s daily routines
- Foster a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment for the children’s emotional and developmental growth
- Take charge of children’s health and wellbeing
- Manage and coordinate the children’s busy schedules, ensuring all appointments, extracurricular activities, and playdates are organised
- Oversee the children’s school communication (WhatsApp groups, school notes) and keep the family updated on any developments or requirements
- Take responsibility for maintaining children’s rooms, play areas, and wardrobes to ensure they are tidy, well-organised, and well-stocked with essentials
- Manage the children’s clothing, including seasonal changes, organising, and rotating clothes, and making sure the children have appropriate outfits for school and activities
- Work closely with other Nannies, Housekeepers, Tutors, and the Chauffeur, maintaining open communication
- Assist with light housekeeping related to the children, including cleaning up after meals and organising toys
- Occasionally run errands for the children, including purchasing supplies or coordinating travel for activities or family outings
- When travelling, the Rota Nanny will be responsible for taking care of the four children
Candidates must be/have:
- A Norland College qualification
- Strong experience in a similar, fully staffed household
- Highly organised, proactive, and good natured
- Experience of frequent travel with a family
- Happy to work with dogs
- A fluent German speaker – would be desirable
Accommodation
Option for accommodation be provided.
Hours
One week on/off or 10 days on/off. 07:00 – 19:00.
Location
South Kensington, London.
Salary
£90,000, depending on experience
Job ref
CP793: Rota Nanny for four children in South Kensington, London.
