Full-Time Nanny – Hamilton/Samford Valley, QLD

Start Date: Feb 2027 (Option for a Saturday shift to start immediately if this suits the nannies schedule and to get to the know the family) 
Contract Term: Long term, with a genuine opportunity to become a valued and trusted part of the family.
Pay: $35–$50 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications/negotiable for the right candidate

Location: Hamilton, QLD, with a move to Samford Valley planned from February 2027 to February 2028 while the family’s Hamilton home undergoes renovations. The successful nanny must be comfortable travelling to Samford Valley during this period.

Days & Hours: Monday - Friday

• Monday:12.00pm–6.00pm
• Tuesday: 9:30am–6:30pm
• Wednesday 9:30am–6:30pm
• Thursday 9.30am-6.30pm
• Friday: 9:30am–6:30pm

Flexibility is essential, as Dad is a plastic surgeon with long and varied working hours. A willingness to travel/accompany the family on holidays (state based, interstate and overseas).
The family is looking for a nanny who can adapt to changing schedules and the evolving needs of the household.

About the Family

A warm and welcoming family based in Hamilton, QLD is seeking a highly experienced, carefully vetted and nurturing nanny to support their two young daughters(Aged 2 yr old and 4 month old). They are looking for someone who is passionate about early childhood development, enjoys creating meaningful learning opportunities through play and is keen to build a long term relationship with the family.
Mum will be actively involved in the girls’ care, with the nanny often caring for one child while Mum spends time with the other. At times, the family may head out together for activities and outings.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nanny who enjoys working collaboratively with parents and providing attentive, individualised care in a busy family environment.

The Role & Responsibilities

The successful nanny will provide a combination of baby and toddler care, adapting each day to suit the girls’ ages, routines and developmental needs.
Responsibilities will include:

• Providing warm, attentive and nurturing care for both girls.
• Supporting age appropriate learning and development through educational play, reading, sensory activities and creative experiences.
• Planning and attending outings, including gymnastics, sensory classes and other suitable activities.
• Managing daily routines, including meals, naps, playtime and outings.
• Preparing and cooking meals for the children and, when required, the wider family.
• Supporting the evening routine, including dinner, bath time, winding down and bedtime assistance as needed.
• Maintaining a safe, organised and stimulating environment for the girls.
• Completing light household duties related to the family’s needs.
• Assisting with grocery shopping and occasional errands.
• Providing updates to Mum and maintaining clear, open communication throughout the day.
• Assisting with the dog, the family’s four year old German Shepherd, by feeding him or taking him for a walk on an ad hoc basis when needed.

The family has a dog walker, so regular dog care is not the primary responsibility of the role.

The Ideal Nanny

The family is seeking a nanny who is:

• Warm, nurturing and emotionally attentive, helping the girls feel secure, understood and cared for.
• Patient and calm, particularly when managing tears, changing routines or challenging moments.
• Safety conscious and proactive, with excellent supervision skills and the ability to respond appropriately in an emergency.
• Reliable, punctual, honest and trustworthy.
• Engaging and playful, with a genuine interest in spending quality time with children.
• Knowledgeable about early childhood development and confident planning age appropriate educational activities.
• Organised and proactive, able to anticipate the family’s needs and manage daily routines.
• Flexible and adaptable, comfortable with changing schedules and varied responsibilities.
• A clear and respectful communicator who works collaboratively with Mum and follows the family’s parenting preferences.

The family values kindness, respect, good manners, integrity, honesty and empathy. They are looking for someone who will demonstrate these values in their interactions with the girls and the wider family.

Requirements

• Relevant childcare qualifications are required.
• 5+ years significant professional nannying experience, particularly with babies and young children, is highly desirable.
• A strong understanding of early childhood development and educational play is essential.
• French language skills would be highly regarded.
• Excellent references and a thorough professional background are expected.
• Non Smoking
• Full Drivers licence and own car (A family car can be provided when needed). The nanny will need to transport the girls to activities and appointments as required, including gymnastics, sensory classes and other developmental outings. The successful candidate must also be comfortable travelling to Samford Valley when the family temporarily relocates in February 2027.

If you are an experienced, nurturing and adaptable nanny who enjoys supporting children’s development and working closely with parents, this could be a wonderful opportunity to build a lasting relationship with a lovely family.