Permanent Part-Time Nanny – Bentleigh, VIC
Start Date: 24 January 2027
Contract Term: Fixed-term 12-month contract, with the possibility of extension to be discussed closer to the end of the term
Pay: From $40 per hour plus 12% superannuation and leave entitlements
Hours: Approximately 31 hours per week
Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
Days & Hours
The ideal roster is approximately 31 hours per week:
Monday:
- 7:00am – 9:30am
- 3:00pm – 7:00pm
Tuesday:
- 7:00am – 9:30am
- 3:00pm – 7:00pm
Wednesday: Day off
Thursday:
- 7:00am – 7:00pm
- Care for both children during the morning and evening, with sole care of the 3-year-old throughout the day.
Friday:
- 7:00am – 9:30am
- 3:00pm – 7:00pm
The family’s preferred timetable is outlined above, although some flexibility may be possible for the right candidate by mutual agreement.
Minimum hours will be guaranteed, including when the nanny is not required due to changes in the family’s schedule.
About the Family
A warm, close-knit family in Bentleigh, VIC is seeking a friendly, caring and reliable nanny to support their two children, aged 5 and 3, on a permanent part-time basis.
The family places a strong emphasis on connection, routine and spending quality time together. They are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys engaging with children, getting involved in their play and activities, and becoming a valued part of their family over the 12-month contract.
Both children enjoy being active, spending time outdoors, cooking and getting involved in family activities. The family has a positive parenting approach, with clear and consistent boundaries, and would love a nanny who shares these values.
Role Responsibilities
The role will involve supporting the family with their morning and evening routines, school and kinder drop-offs and pick-ups, and caring for the younger child throughout Thursday.
Responsibilities will include:
- Helping the children get ready in the mornings and preparing them for school and kinder.
- Walking or driving the children to school and kinder.
- Collecting the children in the afternoons and supporting their after-school routines.
- Transporting the children to extracurricular activities.
- Preparing and serving family dinners.
- Sitting and sharing dinner with the children as part of their family mealtime routine.
- Supporting bath and bedtime routines.
- Reading with the 5-year-old.
- Engaging the children in creative play, outdoor activities and age-appropriate experiences.
- Preparing a lunchbox snack with the children during the week, such as muffins or banana bread.
- Completing light household duties, children's laundry and occasional errands.
The Ideal Nanny
The family is looking for someone who is:
- Friendly, warm, fun and genuinely caring.
- Reliable, trustworthy and punctual.
- Interested in building a meaningful connection with the children.
- Confident in maintaining routines and consistent boundaries.
- Happy to play, create and spend quality time with the children.
- Active and enthusiastic about outdoor play and activities.
- Comfortable becoming part of a close-knit family environment.
- Able to make a 12-month commitment.
Expectations
- 3 - 5 years of nannying or childcare experience
- Early childhood qualification or candidates currently studying towards one (Preference not essential)
- A current Working With Children Check
- Relevant First Aid and CPR
- Full Drivers Licence and reliable personal vehicle are essential (The family will provide appropriate car seats)- The family lives approximately 400 metres from the children's school and kinder and encourages walking, biking or scootering whenever the weather permits. However, a car is required for rainy-day pick-ups and transporting the children to activities.
- Non Smoking
- Excellent References
Parenting Approach & Family Values
The family is close-knit and loving, and places a high value on connection and spending time together. They enjoy playing, being active and participating in activities as a family.
The children are encouraged to spend plenty of time outdoors, with a large yard available for play. Screen time is limited to approximately 30–45 minutes per day and is restricted to selected children's programs at appropriate times.
The family also follows the Ellyn Satter Division of Responsibility approach to feeding. They encourage a positive relationship with food, where all foods are considered good in moderation, and discussions about bodies and food should always be positive and respectful.
Consistency with the family's routines, values and parenting approach is important.
Pets
The family has a very friendly 10-year-old Golden Retriever named Gemma. Gemma has her own dog walker, so walking the dog is not a requirement of the role.
The nanny is welcome to take Gemma along on local outings or to the park with the children if they wish.
This is a lovely opportunity for a caring, committed nanny who would enjoy becoming an important part of a family and building a strong, lasting connection with two happy and active children.
