Experienced Handyman/Nanny Couple required for busy private household
Description
A large family living in Oxshott, Surrey are looking to employ a Live in Nanny/Handyman Couple. The Nanny would be responsible for looking after their 6 children who are ranging from 4 to 17 years old. This is a busy household so would suit an energetic Nanny who is organised, not easily fazed & has previous experience working in a fast paced environment. They also employ a full time Daily Housekeeper & a Personal Assistant. The Nanny & Housekeeper work very closely together so applicants who are good team players need only apply.
Duties would include taking 4 of the children to one school & picking them up at 2 different times in the afternoon. There is alternative transport arranged for other 2 children who go to a different school. The Nanny must be able to cook fresh, healthy & well balanced meals for the children, work alongside the Housekeeper in keeping the children’s rooms clean & tidy & their laundry up to date. Organising the children’s day to day activities etc.
The Nanny needs to be a confident driver. A staff car is available for work.
Working hours are 7am- 7pm Monday to Thursday & 9am-5pm on Sunday. Friday & Saturdays are the Nanny’s days off. Although the Mother is around she likes to let the Nanny take sole charge when on duty. Due to the Father’s work commitments flexibility might be required if the Parents need to go away on a business trip.
In order for the household to run smoothly it is important that the Nanny has good organisational skills & time management. Applicants must have a good command of written & spoken English in order to assist with homework.
The Handyman’s duties would be looking after the maintenance of an 8 bedroom, 4 floor home with cinema room, gym etc. Working hours will be similar to the Nanny’s.
A separate flat is provided for the Couple with it’s own entrance, kitchen, living room & ensuit double bedroom.
Salary is negotiable depending on experience.
Applicants must have at least 2 years experience working as a Nanny/Handyman Couple in one private household.
If you meet these criteria and are looking for a long term position please send a copy of your CV to my agency making sure your relevant experience for this job is shown on the CV & copies of written references which include the ability to prepare well balanced meals for children.
I will not consider candidates without verifiable written references. All applicants must have a visa/passport to work in the UK be based in the UK already & available to attend an interview with the agency in London before their details will be sent to the client.