Start Date: ASAP (Flexible) Contract Term: 12 months or longer
Pay: From $40 per hour - additional reimbursement for kms/petrol
Days: Monday to Friday
Hours: 2:30pm 5:30pm
Children
Aged 3 6 yrs
The Role
This lovely family is seeking a kind, patient and experienced nanny to provide afternoon care for their 3-year-old son, five days per week. The primary focus of the role is caring for the 3 yr old. The nanny will collect him from daycare each afternoon, bring him home and spend the remainder of the afternoon engaging him in play, preparing dinner and supporting his afternoon routine, including bath time.
The older child is autistic and has additional support needs. Mum will generally be responsible for supporting him during the nanny s hours. There may occasionally be brief periods where the nanny is asked to supervise both children while Mum attends to something in the home, such as getting changed or putting laundry on. However, the nanny will not be expected to provide sole care or be responsible for his additional support needs.
The family is looking for someone who is compassionate, patient and understanding, with the ability to create a calm, fun and relaxed environment for both children.
Role Responsibilities
- Collecting the 3yr old from daycare each afternoon
- Driving the child home, approximately 7 minutes from the family home
- Preparing dinner for the family/children- Simple meals
- Putting on and folding laundry as required
- Engaging the child in age-appropriate play
- Supporting the child with his afternoon routine
- Bathing the child
- Providing occasional brief supervision of both children while Mum attends to tasks within the home
- Maintaining open and honest communication with Mum
The Ideal Nanny
The family is looking for someone who is:
- Kind, warm and nurturing
- Extremely patient and understanding
- Confident and experienced caring for young children
- Compassionate and respectful of children with additional needs
- Fun, relaxed and engaging
- Reliable and responsible
- Comfortable working independently
- A good communicator who values open and honest communication
- Someone who genuinely enjoys spending time with children
Requirements
- A childcare qualification is required
- 3+ years previous professional nanny or childcare experience
- Experience supporting or working around children with additional needs would be highly regarded
- Current Working With Children Check
- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- Excellent references
- A full driver s licence and own reliable vehicle are required
Family Values
The family enjoys a fun, relaxed atmosphere at home and values open and honest communication. They have a relaxed approach to screen time and food and aim to encourage healthy eating while also allowing plenty of treats and enjoyment. They are looking for a nanny who will fit naturally into their home and build a positive, trusting relationship with the family.