Job Description for Housekeeper Nanny - Full-Time - Wimbledon, SW20
Position: Permanent, Live-Out
Job Ref: DB1077
Job Title: Housekeeper Nanny
Location: Wimbledon, London SW20
Children: Girl aged 4 and boy aged 8
Pets: Two cats
Salary: £60,000 to £68,000 gross per annum, depending on experience
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7.00am to 7.00pm
Start Date: Ideally mid-December 2026
Driver: Essential, car provided for use on duty
Overview
A welcoming family in Wimbledon is looking for an experienced, capable and enthusiastic Housekeeper Nanny to join their household on a full-time, long-term basis.
The family lives in a substantial six-bedroom home arranged over four floors and is looking for someone who genuinely enjoys combining high-standard housekeeping, family cooking and caring for two school-aged children.
The position is approximately 60% housekeeping and 40% childcare during term time, with the balance shifting to approximately 30% housekeeping and 70% childcare during school holidays.
During term time, the core childcare hours are approximately 7.00am to 8.30am and 3.00pm to 7.00pm. The remaining time is dedicated to housekeeping, cooking and household management.
The successful candidate will be proactive, organised and confident managing their own workload, taking responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home while working comfortably both independently and alongside the parents, whose working schedules vary.
Above all, the family hopes to find someone warm, reliable and enthusiastic who will enjoy becoming part of their household and remain with them for many years.
Key Responsibilities
Housekeeping and Household Management
Managing the day-to-day housekeeping, cleanliness and organisation of the family home.
General cleaning, including vacuuming, dusting and maintaining bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms and living areas.
Family laundry, ironing, changing bed linen and towels.
Keeping wardrobes, cupboards, children's bedrooms and play areas tidy and organised.
Proactively decluttering and organising household spaces, including sorting outgrown children's clothing and toys for donation.
Managing household shopping, groceries and supplies.
Running errands, including dry cleaning, parcel returns and other household tasks.
Assisting with the organisation of children's schedules, school activities and day-to-day family arrangements.
Assisting with the care of the family's two cats, including occasional veterinary appointments.
Family Cooking
Planning and preparing healthy, nutritious meals for the whole family, including regular evening meals for the parents.
Following the parents' preferred recipes, meal plans and dietary requirements, ensuring meals are prepared according to their instructions and schedules.
Preparing children's breakfasts, meals and snacks as required.
Managing grocery shopping, meal preparation and keeping the kitchen clean and organised.
Childcare and Family Support
Helping with the children's morning routines, breakfast and preparation for school.
School drop-offs and collections, including collecting the younger child from school and meeting the older child from the school bus.
Taking the children to after-school clubs, activities and playdates.
Providing warm, attentive and engaging after-school care.
Supporting reading, homework and age-appropriate activities as needed.
Preparing children's meals and supervising teatime.
Managing bath time and helping the children get ready for bed.
Ensuring school bags, uniforms and belongings are organised for the following day.
Keeping track of school communications, activities, events and important dates.
Helping organise playdates, birthday presents, school costumes and other children's arrangements.
Planning creative activities, outings and days out during school holidays, alongside any holiday club arrangements.
Working comfortably alongside the parents when they are at home, adapting to the family's changing routines.
Requirements
Proven experience in a…