Part-Time Nanny – Lane Cove, NSW
Start Date: ASAP (Flexible for the right candidate)
Contract Term: Long-Term / Permanent
Pay: $40–$50 per hour (depending on experience)
Schedule: 4–5 days per week (some flexibility with days and hours for the right candidate)
Days & Hours:
- Monday – Thursday: 3:00pm – 7:00pm
- Friday: 3.00- 6.00pm
About the Family
A warm, connected family in Lane Cove, NSW is seeking an experienced, qualified a warm, connected family in Lane Cove, NSW is seeking an experienced, qualified nanny to care for their two children,
aged 11 and 7 years. The family thrives when there is a calm, consistent and nurturing home environment that aligns with their core values of kindness and curiosity, and they are looking for a nanny who will become a trusted, valued and steady part of their family. They are seeking someone who genuinely enjoys building long-term relationships with children and can provide stability, warmth and positive guidance.
The Role
This role combines before and after-school care, supporting the children’s daily rhythms while nurturing their independence, wellbeing, fun, development and growth.
The nanny will assist with smooth school routines and engaging activities to support in maintaining the family’s calm and consistent routine.
A typical day may include:
• Before/after-school supervision: Support a calm morning routine, manage school
drop-offs/pick-ups, and guide gentle, reliable transition from school to home, including a
calm evening.
• Foster a safe, positive environment: Provide steady, present and facilitate activities that
sparks the children’s passions (e.g. active play, creative fun, outdoor adventures, reading,
STEM curiosity, and hands-on learning).
• Encouraging independence: Build confidence through guided school preparation (organising
bags, materials, daily readiness) and supportive homework routines.
• Household routine support: Maintain simple, reliable rhythms connected to the children’s
day, while engaging the children in preparing nutritious meals/snacks and organising their
own spaces and school items.
Household Duties
The children’s care is the priority, however, assistance with light household duties related to the children would be appreciated, including:
• Children’s spaces: Engage the children to keep play areas, bedrooms and school items tidy and organised.
Children’s laundry: Ensure uniforms and clothing are ready for the week.
Ideal Candidate
The family is seeking someone who is:
• Warm, calm emotional intelligence: Gentle, grounded presence that supports the children’s
emotional development.
• Reliable & dependable: Steady confidence in managing routines, transitions, and daily
preparation.
• Safety-focused guidance: Encourages independence with clear, gentle direction and
attentive care.
• Active, creative engagement — Energetic, outdoors-oriented, and loves nature, creative fun,
and hands-on learning that sparks curiosity.
• Relevant professional background: Qualifications or studies in Occupational Therapy, Speech
Pathology, teaching, psychology, nursing, social work, childcare, or related fields are highly
regarded.
Requirements
- 3+ years experience as a nanny or in a childcare related role
- Childcare qualifications preferred
- Current Working With Children Check
- Current First Aid & CPR Certificate
- Full driver's licence and clean driving record
- Strong references
- Long-term commitment essential to provide continuity of care
Additional Information
The family is looking for a nanny who will become a genuine extension of their family. They value consistency, open communication and a collaborative approach to caring for their children. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional seeking a long-term role with a family who truly values quality childcare and the positive impact a dedicated nanny can have on their children’s lives.
