A family are seeking a calm and fun Housekeeper/Nanny who can contribute to their positive and vibrant household 4 days a week. The family with four children, aged 18, 14, 13, and 11, near Ledbury, Herefordshire. This role focuses on assisting the family with the day-to-day running of their busy household, including school pickups, meal preparation, light housekeeping duties and supporting the children during holidays with their hobbies. The Housekeeper/Nanny will work closely with the mother to coordinate school collections from
Worcester and Ledbury on a daily basis, adapting to the family’s needs and schedules as required. The family is seeking someone who has a good understanding working with children and young people with physical and cognitive impairments who can support the children in developing independence and confidence. The two eldest children enjoy visiting their two horses at a nearby stable. The eldest is very independent and remains at home during the day and spends time engaging in her hobbies, which includes writing. While she is occupied, the Housekeeper/Nanny will be responsible for light housekeeping duties. The two younger children attend school locally. The Housekeeper nanny will prioritise the health and wellbeing of the family and acknowledge the children’s individual needs respectfully. The successful candidate will be patient, empathic and knowledgeable when it comes to working with secondary school aged children with the ability to provide the children with choices.
The family will be moving to a five-bedroom property in the Herefordshire countryside at the end of January. The mother works from home in a separate building, allowing the Housekeeper/Nanny to take charge of the home and use great initiative to complete domestic tasks. The ideal candidate will have experience with dogs and horses, strong communication skills. Duties will include light housekeeping tasks such as tidying, cleaning bathrooms, laundry, vacuuming and mopping, and light dusting. The family enjoys listening to music, singing, and dancing.
Location of the job: Ledbury, Herefordshire
Hours of work: 10am – 7pm
Days required: 4 days a week
Pets in the home: 4 small dogs and 2 horses
Driving required: Yes
Job Start Date: Monday 13th January 2025
Pay: £33,696 gross per annum
Benefits: Car Available on dutyThis is a permanent job.
Full Name of Employment Agency: Emma Good Recruitment Limited T/A Harmony at Home
Shropshire and Malvern Hills
Contact details: emma.good@harmonyathome.co.uk 01886878501
Please apply via the ‘Apply for job’’ button. This job has an ID code of: 848563
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