Rota Nanny - Central London

Description

Our private clients are seeking two professional, warm and energetic Rota Nannies to join their fully staffed VIP household in Kensington, London. This is a live‑out position working within a team of two nannies on a 7‑day on / 7‑day off rotation, caring for one child aged 6. The role requires a polished, proactive candidate who thrives in a structured, high‑expectation environment and enjoys working collaboratively within a large household team.

Position Overview

The Rota Nanny will provide exceptional childcare, ensuring the safety, wellbeing and development of the child at all times. The role is based primarily at the family’s Grade II listed residence in Kensington, with travel required during school holidays. The successful candidates will work closely with the other nanny and the wider household team to deliver seamless, attentive support to the family.

Key Duties & Responsibilities


Provide high‑quality care, supervision and wellbeing support for the child at all times



Maintain and organise all child‑related areas, including playrooms, bedrooms and activity stations



Anticipate the child’s needs and create an engaging, stimulating and enjoyable environment



Read the room and understand when Mum requires support or privacy



Prepare and organise daily school items, uniforms, bags and activity materials



Assist with planning activities, outings and age‑appropriate learning opportunities



Support with packing and unpacking for travel, holidays and weekend trips



Monitor stock levels of child‑related items and notify management when replenishment is required



Liaise closely with the household team to ensure consistent routines and smooth operations



Communicate effectively with the management team and the other nanny to ensure continuity of care



Be comfortable working around family pets



Carry out any additional ad hoc duties required by the family



Required Skills & Attributes


Flexible, adaptable and comfortable with changing schedules



Highly organised, tidy and self‑motivated



Warm, fun, energetic and child‑focused



Not suited to a disciplinarian style; the family values a nurturing, positive approach



Fluent spoken English and strong written English



Immaculate presentation and professional demeanour



Confident using Word, Excel and basic administrative tools



UK or EU passport holder (travel required)



Discreet, trustworthy, patient and proactive



Comfortable working in a fully staffed household and collaborating with a team



Term Time Working Pattern

Rota: 7 days on / 7 days off

Hours: Averaging 48 hours per week

Weekdays


Standard hours: 3pm – 9pm



Flexibility required: On certain days, the nanny may be asked to start earlier — typically from 12pm, and occasionally earlier depending on the family’s schedule.



Any additional hours worked beyond the rota average will be balanced with time off in lieu to maintain the 48‑hour weekly average.



Weekends


Approximately 8 to 10 hours per day, usually 09:00 – 19:00 or 11:00 – 20:00, depending on family requirements.



Weekend hours are generally more structured and consistent.



School Holidays & Travel


Full‑day cover based on the family’s schedule



Travel required during school holidays



If a trip exceeds 7 days, the on‑duty nanny remains for the duration, with rota adjustments made on return



Salary & Package


Salary: £50,000 gross per annum (negotiable for the right candidate)



Pension: Enrolment into workplace pension scheme



Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus



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