Full Time Nanny with Special Needs Experience

Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny/Governess/PA – London

A busy family of barristers is seeking a compassionate, organized, and experienced Nanny/Governess/Personal Assistant to join their household in London. This is a unique, multi-faceted role designed for a professional who can seamlessly balance childcare, educational support, and household management to ensure the family’s daily life runs efficiently.

Job Summary

• Employer: Private Family (Barristers)

• Location: London, United Kingdom

• Position: Full-time and Part-time options available

• Role Focus: Childcare, Educational Support, and Personal Assistance

Key Responsibilities

• Childcare & Development: Provide warm, nurturing, and high-quality care, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.

• Special Needs Support: Utilize specialized experience to support the specific needs of the children, fostering growth, confidence, and developmental progress.

• Educational Guidance: Act as a governess/tutor, overseeing academic development, homework, and engaging extracurricular learning.

• Household/PA Duties: Assist with the smooth running of the household, including scheduling, correspondence, managing family logistics, and ensuring daily operations are seamless.

• Collaboration: Partner with the parents to ensure a consistent, loving, and organized atmosphere.

Requirements

• Professional Experience: Proven track record in childcare, specifically with Special Needs experience.

• Educational Background: Ideally suited for candidates with a background in education, governance, or professional nanny training.

• Personal Attributes: A kind, caring, and proactive temperament.

• Organization: High level of administrative capability to assist with PA-related tasks.

• Versatility: Comfortable transitioning between childcare duties and household/administrative support.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: Competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, level of experience, and the specific nature of the role (Full-time vs. Part-time).

• Environment: Work within a high-achieving, busy professional household.

• Structure: A varied role offering professional development and the opportunity to make a tangible, long-term impact on the family’s well-being.

Estimated Average Salaries (Contextual)

Roles that combine childcare with PA or governance duties in London are highly specialized.

Note: Salaries for hybrid roles involving special needs expertise and PA responsibilities are typically at the higher end of the market due to the high level of trust, organizational skill, and specialized knowledge required.

Next Steps:

This role requires a candidate who can provide both expert care and operational support. If you have a background in special needs and are looking for a hybrid position, I recommend tailoring your application to emphasize both your educational philosophy and your organizational skills.

Annelies is a specialized boutique childcare agency based in London, known for its focus on high-quality nanny, governess, and maternity nurse placements. They are widely recognized for their discerning approach, prioritizing the long-term educational and developmental needs of children within private households.

The agency culture is characterized by a personalized, supportive, and highly professional ethos. By maintaining a smaller, more focused client base, they offer a tailored recruitment experience that emphasizes building strong, lasting relationships between families and candidates. Their reputation is built on meticulous screening and a deep understanding of the unique requirements of the London private staffing market.

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