A warm and welcoming family based in Bayswater is seeking an experienced, proactive and engaging Cantonese-speaking nanny to join them in a long-term role caring for their two young children, a boy aged 4 and a girl aged 1.5 years. The family has a very strong preference for a native or fluent Cantonese speaker, as maintaining and deepening the children’s Cantonese fluency is a key priority within the household. The ideal candidate will be energetic, organised, nurturing, and genuinely passionate about early childhood development and language enrichment.
Duties will include:
- Full weekday childcare support
- Nursery and school pick-ups (within walking distance)
- Planning fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities
- Supporting daily routines including meals, bath time and bedtime preparation
- Preparing healthy meals for the children
- Supporting potty training for the younger child
- Taking the children to local classes and activities, such as music and football
- Encouraging Cantonese language development through:
- Speaking Cantonese with the children throughout the day
- Reading, storytelling, songs and poetry
- Counting and writing practice
- Arts, crafts and creative play
- Cooking and active games
- Children’s laundry
- Tidying and organising bedrooms and play areas
- Kitchen clean-up following children’s meals
The family would also appreciate flexibility for occasional paid evening babysitting and occasional travel, including potentially accompanying them during an August holiday.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be a native or fluent Cantonese speaker
- Have significant nanny or early years experienceBe confident caring for toddlers and preschool‑aged children
- Be warm, energetic, proactive and highly organised
- Have a genuine interest in education and child development
- Enjoy working collaboratively with parents
Accommodation:
- The family’s preference is for a live‑in nanny, although they are open to live‑out candidates for the right person.
- For live‑in candidates, accommodation can be offered on either a full‑time basis or Monday‑Friday only, and includes:
- Private bedroom
- Separate entrance on the lower ground floor
This is a lovely opportunity for a professional nanny seeking a long‑term role with a kind and welcoming family in central London.
IMPORTANT DETAILS
- Children: Boy aged 4 and Girl aged 1.5 years
- Schedule: Monday‑Friday, approximately 8:30 am‑7:00 pm
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