Job Description
PLEASE NOTE: This position is only open to applicants currently based in Sydney, Australia.
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We welcome entry-level candidates, including those looking to gain experience in a PA, family assistant or business support role. Previous nannying, babysitting or other experience caring for children would be highly regarded, and we will require all candidates to be in possession of, or willing to obtain, a Working With Children Check valid in NSW.
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Background
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A busy Sydney family with three children aged 3, 5, and 8 years old are seeking an exceptional Family & Business Assistant / Nanny to help manage the day-to-day running of family life, household responsibilities and growing business ventures.
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This is a full-time role for someone highly organised, proactive, caring and resourceful who is equally comfortable supporting the children and managing family logistics as they are running errands, coordinating appointments or assisting with business and administrative tasks.
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The family has a busy schedule spanning school, activities, household commitments and business responsibilities, so the role requires someone who can confidently step in, anticipate what needs to be done and help keep everything running smoothly.
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No two days are the same, and the right person will enjoy a varied role combining childcare, family support, organisation and business assistance.
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Key responsibilities include:
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Children & Family Support
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Assisting with the day-to-day care and supervision of three children aged 3, 5 and 8.
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Coordinating school, childcare, activities, lessons and appointments
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Assisting with school and activity drop-offs and pick-ups as required
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Preparing snacks and simple meals for the children
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Helping organise school bags, uniforms and other essentials
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Keeping track of school events, activities and family commitments
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Helping with homework, reading and activities where appropriate
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Organising activities, outings and playdates
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Providing babysitting and additional childcare support when required
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Helping keep children's bedrooms, play areas and belongings organised
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Providing a warm, reliable and responsible presence for the children
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Personal & Household Support
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Managing family calendars, appointments and scheduling
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Running regular errands and managing day‐to‐day tasks
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Organising travel, reservations and bookings
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Assisting with shopping and general household organisation
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Liaising with household service providers and managing deliveries
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Assisting with event planning, birthdays and family occasions
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Helping coordinate appointments and other family commitments
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Anticipating upcoming household and family needs and helping ensure everything remains organised
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Business & Project Support
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Assisting with social media content and posting
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Managing and responding to enquiries through social media
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Assisting with the sale and promotion of products through social media and other channels
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Supporting the launch and day‐to‐day administration of new business ventures
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Assisting with bookings, correspondence and general administration
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Assisting with ad hoc tasks as the businesses grow and develop
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About You
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You will be someone who:
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Genuinely enjoys spending time with children and is confident caring for them
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Is warm, patient, responsible and dependable
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Is extremely organised and efficient
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Has excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Is tech‐savvy and comfortable using social media
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Is proactive and able to solve problems independently
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Is practical, reliable and highly trustworthy
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Has good judgement and can use initiative without needing constant direction
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Is comfortable moving between childcare, household, personal and business‐related tasks
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Enjoys a varied role where priorities may change from day to day
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Is happy to become a trusted and reliable part of a busy family's routine
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Holds a current driver's licence
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Full‐time position
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Based across Sydney's Inner West and CBD, with regular errands and travel between locations required
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Combination of childcare, family, household and business support
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Wide-ranging and dynamic role with involvement in new ventures and projects
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Salary based on experience
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This is a unique opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children but is looking for something broader than a traditional nanny position. The role offers the opportunity to become a trusted part of a busy family's day‐to‐day life while gaining hands‐on experience across personal assistance, household organisation and growing business ventures.
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📌 Family & Business Assistant / Nanny (New South Wales)
🏢 Just Defence Lawyers
📍 New South Wales