Nanny-housekeeper in Kensington, Job ID J220BD

A lovely family based in Kensington, London, is seeking an experienced Nanny Housekeeper to care for their 10- and 12-year-old children while helping to maintain their family home.

The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience and will speak fluent English. The family is looking for someone warm, organised, and proactive who is confident balancing childcare, housekeeping, and cooking responsibilities. The children's school is within walking distance of the family home, and the successful candidate will play an important role in supporting their daily routines and ensuring the household runs smoothly.

The role combines after-school childcare with comprehensive housekeeping responsibilities, including preparing family meals and taking the family's two dogs for afternoon walks, as a dog walker attends in the mornings.

A valid first aid certification is required for this role.

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm (35 hours per week), with the possibility of extending to 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm (40 hours per week) for the right candidate.

Duties include:

• caring for two school-aged children, aged 10 and 12 years old
• assisting with school runs, with the school located within walking distance
• ensuring the children's safety, well-being, and development
• establishing and maintaining consistent daily routines
• engaging the children in age-appropriate activities
• keeping the children's bedrooms and play areas clean, organised, and tidy
• carrying out all general housekeeping duties
• sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, and polishing household surfaces
• cleaning and sanitising bathrooms and the kitchen
• managing laundry, ironing, and changing bed linen
• loading and unloading the dishwasher and keeping the kitchen organised
• preparing family meals by cooking larger portions of the children's meals
• taking the family's two dogs for afternoon walks
• maintaining a clean, organised, and welcoming home environment

The family is looking for someone who can start in October 2026.

To learn more about this role, please apply, and a consultant will contact you with more information.

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: £17 to £21 gross per hour, depending on experience