Live in or Live out Nanny / House Manager Job, Greenwich (Connecticut), USA, ASAP start
A new client of Greycoat Lumleys is looking for a hybrid Nanny / House Manager to care for their lovely daughter aged 9 years. She is a bright and sociable child who plays piano and tennis, loves fashion and horse riding, and is currently learning French at school.
Mum and Dad are both busy (especially Dad who travels a lot) yet hands on with their daughter, so someone who is comfortable with both sole charge and shared care is essential. The family is looking for a true professional who can organise the household, help with errands and keep the whole home ticking over seamlessly. the right candidate will hit the ground running and know how to read a room on occasions. Flexibility and creativity are very important for the family; a French speaker would be a bonus!
The household is somewhat formally run, but the family is warm, welcoming, and casual.
An up to date first aid certificate and police check are essential for this position.
Duties:
- Following the established routine, but flexible to the ever-changing schedule
- Keeping the child away from technology/screens as much as possible
- Helping the housekeeper with the child’s cooking and laundry
- School runs when needed
- Homework
- Coordinating afterschool and weekend activities / clubs / playdates
- Managing the child’s wardrobe
- Running errands, doing some personal shopping, booking activities
- Organising with other members of staff to ensure the whole house runs well
- Walking the dogs if needed, taking to the vets
- Proxy parenting on occasion
Salary: flexible for the right candidate
Days: Monday to Friday
Hours: 6:30am to 6:30pm
Driving: bonus but not essential
Travel: yes
Language: English, French a bonus
Other staff employed: housekeeper
Pets: three dogs (one Pomeranian, one Maltese, and one Australian Shepherd)
Accommodation: Bedroom, bathroom and kitchenette with private entrance
Salary: Up to $145,000 GPA
Vacancy number: 189548