Job Description
Proxy Parent for 13yr old in Chelsea, London Harmony at Home is looking for a reliable, experienced and engaging nanny to support a lovely 13-year-old boy in Chelsea. The immediate requirement is for two short periods while his mother is travelling for work: 28th–31st August and 2nd–5th September, with the nanny staying overnight and caring for him throughout these periods. He is an independent and sporty teenager who has recently arrived in London, so everything is still very new to him. He will need a nanny who can accompany him to football and sports training, support him with his daily routine and help him become familiar with London. An important part of the role will be helping him learn to use London public transport and the Underground safely and confidently. Taxis can be used when appropriate. The nanny will also be encouraged to organise fun activities so that he can explore and enjoy the city, such as sightseeing, museums and double-decker bus tours. Where guided tours are arranged, Russian-speaking options would be preferred. His English is still developing ahead of starting school this year, so someone who can communicate with him in English and naturally encourage his confidence and language skills would be particularly welcome. Russian speaker desirable. This is a lovely opportunity for an experienced nanny who enjoys working with teenagers, is confident in London and would enjoy helping a young person settle into life in the city. Location of the job: Chelsea, London Minimum experience Level for this job: Nanny experience Details of any training needed for this job: First Aid, Enhanced DBS Hours of work: 24hrs Days required: 28th–31st August and 2nd–5th September Pets in the home: No Driving required: No Job Start Date: 28th August Pay: £250+ per 24 hour period This is a temporary role. Full Name of Employment Agency: Edwards Household Recruitment Ltd T/A Harmony at Home West London and Spelthorne Contact details: Hayley Edwards hayley@harmonyathome.co.uk Please apply via the ‘Apply for job’’ button. This job has an ID code of: 880779 Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, you will only be contacted for shortlisting and interview if you meet our client’s suitability requirements. For all roles with children and the vulnerable you must have an up-to-date enhanced DBS certificate which is registered on the update service, a 12 hour Paediatric First Aid Certificate and a minimum of 2 professional referees who are happy for you to share their contact details to our recruiters. One of your references must be your current or last employer and both references must be immediately contactable. We also recommend that you have appropriate professional insurance (nanny insurance). Whilst we usually undertake all registration interviews and right to work checks in person face to face, we will in certain circumstances consider video call registrations and digital right to work checks via a certified digital identity serv