Nanny Chatswood, NSW

Start Date: Early Dec 2026 ideally, some initial overlap before Mum returns to work. The role will start off as part time then moving into more full time hours from mid next year.
Contract Term: 12 months/long term
Pay: From $45-50 per hour depending on experience

Days Hours: Monday to Friday

• Monday: 9:00am 2:00pm
• Tuesday: 8:30am 2:30pm
• Wednesday: 9:00am 2:00pm
• Thursday: 8:30am 2:30pm
• Friday: 9:00am 2:00pm

Please Note - From 1 April, the finishing times will be 3/3.30pm and then from the 1st July the role will move to more full time hours 8.30/9- 5/5.30pm

About the Family

A lovely family in Chatswood, NSW is seeking an experienced, qualified and nurturing nanny to care for their 14-month-old baby girl.
Both parents have demanding careers and are looking for someone who can provide consistent, engaging and educational care while supporting their child s daily routines and development.
Mum will be working from home three days per week and in the office for the remaining two days. Dad will be at work during the nanny s hours. The family is looking for someone who is comfortable working alongside Mum when she is home, while also confidently taking responsibility for the baby s care.
The position will commence in December, allowing some time for the nanny and baby to become familiar with one another before the full schedule begins in January.

Role Responsibilities

• Providing warm, attentive and nurturing care for the baby.
• Supporting daily routines, including meals, naps and playtime.
• Preparing and serving healthy, nutritious meals and snacks.
• Settling the baby for naps and encouraging consistent sleeping routines.
• Planning engaging, educational and age-appropriate activities that encourage curiosity and development.
• Taking the baby on outings to local parks and exploring the surrounding area.
• Supporting early learning through reading, music, creative play and everyday experiences.
• Encouraging positive habits, including putting toys away and following age-appropriate routines.
• Cooperating with Mum when she is available for breastfeeding.
• Completing light household duties related to the child and family.
• Keeping play areas and the child s belongings clean and organised.
• Providing updates to the parents about the baby s day, meals, sleep and activities.

The Ideal Nanny

The family is seeking someone who is:

• Patient and nurturing: Warm, kind and attentive to the baby s individual needs.
• Friendly and engaging: Enjoys interacting with toddlers and building a positive relationship through play and everyday activities.
• Educationally minded: Passionate about early childhood development and encouraging curiosity through stimulating experiences.
• Proactive and organised: Confident managing daily routines, planning activities and anticipating the child s needs.
• Reliable and trustworthy: Someone the parents can feel comfortable and confident leaving their baby with.
• Flexible and collaborative: Comfortable working alongside Mum when she is home while also taking initiative and managing the day independently.

Expectations

• 3+ years experience working as a a nanny or in childcare related role with a strong understanding of toddler development, routines and age-appropriate learning.
• Relevant childcare qualifications are essential.
• Valid Working with Children s Check
• Current First Aid and CPR
• Full Drivers Licence and Clean driving record
• Excellent References
• Non Smoking

Family Values

Both parents have demanding careers and value a healthy, balanced lifestyle. They enjoy cooking, eating well and being as self-sufficient as possible with household responsibilities.
They are looking for a nanny who shares an appreciation for healthy habits, organisation and creating a positive environment for their child to grow and develop.
If you are a qualified, experienced and nurturing nanny who enjoys supporting toddler development and is looking for a consistent part-time position, this could be a wonderful opportunity to become a valued part of a lovely family.