Nanny Light Housekeeper

Experienced Nanny & Mother's Helper (Above Award)

Live-In or Live-Out | Long-Term Role | Canberra

We are seeking an experienced, warm and highly organised Nanny / Light Housekeeper / Mother's Helper to support our family in a structured afternoon and weekend role. This is a long-term opportunity for someone who enjoys building genuine connection with children while confidently managing light household routines.

This position offers stability, above-award remuneration and a respectful, well-run household environment.

This role can either be Live in- In your own self-sufficient Tiny House on the property in an excellent location in Red Hill. Or live out if you already have accommodation. Wages can be discussed depending on the successful applicant requirements and experience. Own Family car also offered that can be used for personal and household use.

Hours

• Wednesday – Friday: 2:30pm – 7-8:30pm

• Saturday & Sunday: 6–8 hours per day (flexible timing)

Total hours approximately 30-35

Key Responsibilities

Childcare

• School pick-ups

• Afternoon supervision and engagement

• Reading, play and structured downtime

• Supporting dinner and bedtime routine

Household Support

• Preparing simple, healthy dinners

• Light batch cooking

• Light laundry

• Kitchen and meal tidy

• Assisting children with tidying their spaces

• House organisation

• Maintain current Australian Working with Children Check

This is not a heavy cleaning role — we are looking for someone confident maintaining flow and order in a busy family home.

About You

You are:

• Experienced in nannying or private household roles

• Calm, patient and emotionally intelligent

• Proactive, use initaitive and capable of working independently

• Organised and efficient with time

• Genuinely enjoy engaging with children

• Have a minimum of 3 years' experience in nannying or private household roles

• Possess valid Australian work rights (all visa statuses considered)

Preferred

• Driver's licence

• References from previous families

What We Offer

• Above award pay, based on experience

• Live-in option available (for the right candidate)

• Long-term security

• Clear expectations and respectful communication

• A positive, stable home environment

About us:

Solo Parent. I have three kids 11, 6 & 3. Beautiful dog.

Walking distance to school and shops.

If this sounds like you, please apply with:

• A brief introduction

• Summary of relevant experience

• Availability

• Two references

We are looking for someone who values consistency, is proactive and uses initiative and is warm.