Wonderful Opportunity for Full-Time Nanny Housekeeper in Rural Setting, Colchester
Posting date: | 30 April 2025 |
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Salary: | £18.00 per hour |
Hours: | Full time |
Closing date: | 30 May 2025 |
Location: | Colchester, Essex |
Remote working: | On-site only |
Company: | Elite Nanny Solutions LTD T/A Harmony at Home Suffolk and Colchester. |
Job type: | Permanent |
Job reference: | 854741 - Colchester |
Summary
A fantastic opportunity has arisen near Colchester, Essex, for an experienced and reliable Nanny Housekeeper to join a welcoming family and care for their three children, aged 8, 6 and 4.
The ideal nanny will be nurturing, proactive, and confident in both childcare and household responsibilities. They should have prior experience working with children and take pride in delivering the highest standard of care. This position would suit someone who enjoys supporting busy family life, creating a calm and well-organised home environment. The family are seeking someone who will truly become part of the family and form a lasting, trusted bond with the children.
The nanny will be responsible for taking and collecting the children from a local school and supporting their after-school routine. This includes preparing nutritious snacks, helping with homework, assisting with mealtimes, and facilitating creative, engaging play. You will plan and deliver age-appropriate activities that support the children’s development and well-being, while also encouraging their independence and curiosity. The role also involves coordinating after-school clubs, playdates, and occasional outings, providing a nurturing and stimulating environment.
In addition to childcare, this role involves helping to manage the household and maintain a warm, welcoming environment. The family is looking for an all-rounder who is organised, trustworthy, and pleasant to be around. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator and a proactive self-starter who takes initiative and ensures tasks are carried out efficiently. Housekeeping duties will include general tidying, bed making, wardrobe organisation, laundry including ironing, cleaning, managing household supplies, running errands, and assisting with other daily tasks to help keep the home running smoothly.
You must be a careful and confident driver with a clean driving licence.
If you are a reliable, fun and friendly Nanny Housekeeper who is looking for a caring family to work for then this could be the role for you.
Location of the job: Colchester
Minimum experience Level for this job: Minimum of 2 years’ experience required.
Details of any training needed for this job: A valid 12-hour Paediatric First Aid certificate and an Enhanced DBS check (with update service) are required.
Details of any qualifications needed for this job: Level 3 Childcare qualification preferred.
Hours of work: 7:20 / 8:00 AM – 5:30 / 6:00 PM
Days required: Monday to Friday
Driving required: Yes.
Job Start Date: July 2025.
Pay: £18.00 Gross per hour, minimum gross annual salary of £44,460.
Benefits: Car provided for on duty use.
This is a permanent job.
Full Name of Employment Agency: Elite Nanny Solutions LTD T/A Harmony at Home Suffolk and Colchester.
Contact details: kay@harmonyathome.co.uk Phone: 01473 373315
Please apply via the ‘Apply for job’’ button. This job has an ID code of: 854741