Live-In Nanny/Housekeeper in West London

Live-in Nanny/Housekeeper for Young, Professional Family in West London

• Location: Notting Hill, West London

The Oplu team is recruiting a warm, experienced, and emotionally intelligent Live-in Nanny/Housekeeper to support a young, professional family based in Notting Hill, London. This is a long-term role for someone who genuinely loves children, thrives in busy households, and brings a proactive, nurturing approach to both childcare and home management.

You'll be caring primarily for two young children - a toddler currently in nursery and a baby who will start nursery later in 2025/26. The role is a mix of childcare and hands-on housekeeping during quieter periods, supported by additional staff (a housekeeper and part-time cleaner).

Ideal Candidate

• 8+ years' experience in similar roles within private households
• Fluent English, with additional languages a plus
• Kind, confident, and emotionally tuned in - especially with young children
• Proactive, resourceful, and highly organised
• Flexible to start early mornings, work longer hours when needed, and travel
• Strong team player who understands the rhythm of a staffed household
• Discreet, professional, and family-oriented

Key Responsibilities

• Full nursery duties and daily care for both children
• Creating a warm, safe, and engaging environment, with a focus on emotional development and wellbeing
• Morning and evening routines, including nursery drop-off/pick-up
• Cooking simple, healthy meals for the children and family if required
• Laundry and ironing for the children, and light housekeeping when the children are at nursery
• Liaising with other household staff and stepping in to cover occasional weekends or evenings if needed
• Travelling with the family and offering flexibility during busy travel periods
• Occasional proxy parenting

Role Details

• Live-in, Monday to Friday, approximately 07:30–19:30
• Overtime, including weekends, evenings and travel, paid separately
• Private accommodation provided: own bedroom and bathroom (with potential for separate studio space - TBD)
• 28 days’ paid holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Salary: £50,000-£60,000+ gross per annum, depending on experience and qualifications