About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Ever wondered what it’s like to become an essential part of a family’s day-to-day life? As a live-in Nanny/Housekeeper, you’ll do much more than keep things running smoothly — you’ll help nurture young minds, maintain a peaceful home, and be that comforting presence everyone is glad to see at the end of the day. If you’re steady, adaptable, and truly take pride in creating a nurturing environment, this may just be the place for you.
About the Family
We’re a close-knit household that believes a happy home makes all the difference in our children’s lives. Our home hums with the gentle chaos that comes from raising kids, and we’re on the lookout for someone who can bring warmth, order, and a sense of calm to our little corner of the world. We value open communication, trust, and treating everyone here — staff included — like part of our extended family. And yes, we keep the coffee brewing and laughter going, even on Mondays.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Providing attentive, responsible care for our children — from meal times to playtime, stories, and the occasional scraped knee
- Organizing and maintaining the household so it’s warm, inviting, and as tidy as life with kids allows
- Handling daily cleaning tasks, including laundry, tidying up communal areas, and keeping bedrooms neat
- Preparing simple family-style meals or snacks as needed (no Michelin stars required, but a steady hand with the basics is appreciated)
- Being a steady presence — someone the kids can rely on, and who notices when the little things need doing
- Occasionally running errands or managing small household purchases
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves:
- Age between 40 and 45 years old
- Good spoken and understanding of English — strong enough to clearly communicate with both children and adults
- Previous experience caring for children as a nanny or in a similar setting
- A genuine love for children, combined with patience and a sense of humor
- Trustworthy, dependable, and able to maintain confidentiality
- Willingness to live-in and become a true part of the household
Nice-to-Haves:
- Experience managing a busy household, or previous live-in roles
- Ability to cook simple meals beyond the basics
- First aid certification or knowledge of basic child safety
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Private, comfortable accommodation provided within the family home
- Regular meals — and you’ll never dine alone unless you want to
- Supportive, kind environment where your contribution is truly valued
- Real work-life balance — planned days off and flexibility when you need it
- Open communication and respect for your experience and ideas
We know the role of a nanny/housekeeper isn’t just a job — it’s a relationship built on trust and care. If you’re looking for a home, not just a place to work, we can’t wait to meet you.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you share your experience caring for children in a nanny or similar role, and how you adapt your approach to different age groups?
- Walk us through how you’d structure a typical weekday balancing childcare, housework, and meal preparation.
- What strategies do you use to keep a busy home tidy and organized when kids are around and life gets a little hectic?
- How would you handle a situation where a child in your care gets into a minor accident or scrapes their knee?
- Tell us about a time you had to juggle multiple responsibilities in a household setting. How did you prioritize and what was the outcome?
- When it comes to preparing simple family meals or snacks, what are some dishes you’re comfortable making, and how do you approach planning meals for children?
- How do you ensure open, positive communication with parents while maintaining confidentiality within your role?
- Describe a time when clear communication helped resolve a misunderstanding or prevented a problem in your previous work.
- If one of the children was feeling upset or had a tough day, how would you comfort and support them?
- Have you ever needed to run errands or manage household purchases as part of your past roles? How do you stay organized and accountable with these tasks?
- What do you enjoy most about becoming an integral part of a family household, and how do you help foster a warm, inviting home atmosphere?
- How do you balance being proactive in your work with respecting the family’s routines and unique preferences?
- This family values humor and a relaxed, positive home. How do you bring warmth and a sense of calm to your work, even on challenging days?
- What are your expectations about living in the family’s home, and how do you set healthy boundaries while building trust within the household?