Holistic Nanny wanted relocation to Los Angeles
3 days ago
London
Nanny Position – Los Angeles, USA (with Summers in London) Position Details • Start Date: ASAP (family willing to wait for the right person), • Location: Los Angeles, USA, with 2–3 months in London each summer, • Salary: £65k-75k per annum (dependent on experience), • Contract: UK contract, paid in GBP, • Accommodation: Provided, • Visa: Managed by the family, • Schedule: Monday to Friday, • Hours: Up to 60 hours per week (typically between 7:30am–7:30pm, depending on schedule) About the Family • High-profile, creative, and dynamic family, • Three children aged:, • 6 years, • 4 years, • 20 months, • Value a holistic, child-led approach to childcare, • Appreciation for Steiner, Montessori, and Waldorf philosophies, • Looking for someone who can support children’s development through nurturing and enriching experiences Role Overview • Working alongside another nanny, • Supported by very hands-on, engaged parents, • Sole-charge responsibilities as well as teamwork within the household, • Usually caring for one or two children at a time, occasionally all three, • Planning and leading age-appropriate activities and outings, • Encouraging learning, creativity, and imagination, • Creating a nurturing, stimulating, and secure environment, • Preparing balanced and nutritious meals and snacks, • Assisting with children’s laundry and keeping play areas tidy, • Maintaining a structured yet flexible daily routine, • Travelling with the family Travel Responsibilities • Organising and coordinating children’s travel arrangements, • Packing clothing, toys, educational materials, and essentials, • Accompanying the family on trips throughout the year, • Approximately 4–6 trips annually Ideal Candidate • Positive, proactive, gentle, and engaging, • Creative and imaginative with children, • Adaptable and willing to go the extra mile, • Strong initiative and excellent communication skills, • Open-minded and committed to learning and growth, • Strong organisational skills, • Minimum 7 years’ experience in a similar role, • Childcare qualifications highly desirable, including:, • Early Childhood Education, • Montessori training, • Other relevant childcare qualifications, • Interest in professional development, • Happy to relocate to Los Angeles and spend summers in London Requirements • Minimum 7 years’ relevant nanny experience, • Excellent references, • Full driving licence required, • Comfortable driving in the USA (car provided), • Valid DBS check, • Paediatric First Aid qualification Responsibilities • Plan and arrange child-led, age-appropriate activities, • Prepare healthy meals and clean up afterwards, • Keep children’s bedrooms, playrooms, and belongings organised, • Drive children to activities and outings, • Flexibility for occasional overnight stays, • Travel with the family when required, • Work collaboratively with parents, nanny, and household staff Why This Role? • Opportunity to work with a warm, welcoming family, • Supportive and collaborative household environment, • Ideal for a nurturing nanny who embraces gentle parenting and child-focused principles, • Long-term opportunity with international travel and excellent benefits