Mill Hill, NW7 – Daily Driving After-School Nanny / Family Assistant – Monday to Friday

Family Description & Location

A warm, professional family based in Mill Hill, NW7 are seeking an experienced, proactive and long-term Driving After-School Nanny / Family Assistant to join their busy household.

The family have three school-aged children, aged 7, 12 and 15, and both parents work from home. They have recently appointed a full-time Housekeeper/Cook who will continue to be responsible for the majority of the housekeeping, family laundry and cooking. This role has therefore been designed to focus primarily on the children's after-school routines, together with family assistant responsibilities and light household support.

The successful candidate must be a confident driver with their own car, as the role involves daily school collections and transporting the children to their various after-school activities.

The property is conveniently located in Mill Hill, with a bus stop directly outside on Highwood Hill and Mill Hill Broadway Thameslink Station approximately a 10-minute bus ride away, providing excellent transport links across London.

Job Description

This is a varied role, approximately 70% childcare, 20% light household assistance and 10% Family PA duties, ideal for someone who enjoys becoming an integral part of a busy family.

Duties will include:

• Collecting the children from school each afternoon.
• Driving the children to after-school clubs, sports and other activities (typically three to four activities per week).
• Supervising homework and supporting the children's evening routines where required.
• Preparing simple children's meals and snacks if required.
• Organising school bags, uniforms, sports kit and ensuring everything is prepared for the following day.
• Keeping on top of the children's diaries, school schedules and extracurricular activities.
• Researching and booking children's holiday activities where required.
• Making restaurant reservations and assisting with simple family administration.
• Sourcing and purchasing items for the family.
• Running occasional household and personal errands.
• Loading and unloading the dishwasher.
• Keeping the kitchen tidy throughout the afternoon and evening.
• Children's laundry and wardrobe organisation.
• General tidying of family areas.
• Assisting the Housekeeper/Cook with occasional tasks requiring two people.
• Helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the family home.

Candidate Requirements

The family are seeking a warm, energetic and organised professional who enjoys working with older, school-aged children and is looking for a long-term position.

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience working as a Nanny, Nanny PA, Family Assistant or similar role within a private household.
• A genuine enjoyment of working with school-aged children.
• Excellent organisational and diary management skills.
• The ability to manage busy after-school schedules and changing daily routines.
• Strong spoken English and excellent communication skills.
• A proactive, flexible and positive attitude.
• Confidence working independently and using initiative.
• A full UK driving licence together with their own car.
• A willingness to assist with light household duties alongside an existing Housekeeper/Cook.
• Excellent checkable references.
• A genuine desire for a long-term role.

Days of Work & Salary

Monday to Friday

Approximately 1:00pm–7:30pm (to be confirmed).

The role generally involves one school collection each afternoon, although collection times vary depending on the children's schools and after-school clubs, typically between 3:30pm and 5:15pm.

Salary: Approximately £20.00 per hour, with flexibility depending on experience and whether the successful candidate is engaged on a PAYE or self-employed basis.

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