Temporary Nanny – London

Silver Swan is currently working with a UHNW family based in SW1 to assist with the appointment of an experienced temporary nanny to support their three school-aged children. This is a fast-paced household requiring a confident, organised nanny who can oversee daily routines, school commitments and extracurricular schedules with ease.

The family home is a busy, informal environment with a full household team in place, including a chef, housekeepers and a family PA. Administrative matters are managed by the PA, with close liaison required with the nanny to ensure schedules and arrangements run smoothly.

This is an urgent requirement for an initial period of four weeks. The position is based across a multi-storey townhouse, therefore a high level of fitness is essential.

Please Note: Candidates must have a legal right to live and work in the UK prior to applying as, unfortunately, we do not offer visa sponsorship. If you do not have a legal right to live and work in the UK, your application will NOT be considered.

Responsibilities:

• Provide attentive care and supervision for three children aged approximately 9–14.
• Manage after-school routines, activities, clubs and tutor schedules.
• Collect children from school and escort them to extracurricular activities.
• Ensure school uniforms are prepared and school bags packed daily.
• Oversee and maintain the children’s weekly schedules.
• Encourage good manners, independence and age-appropriate responsibility.
• Ensure children tidy up after themselves and keep communal areas organised.
• Liaise closely with the family PA regarding schedules and logistics.
• Support homework routines where required.
• Maintain a calm, structured presence within a busy household.
• Uphold discretion and professionalism at all times.

Ideal Candidate:

• Must hold the right to live and work in the UK.
• Must be based in London.
• Experienced nanny with a background in UHNW or private households.
• Confident managing multiple children and busy schedules.
• Fit and energetic, comfortable working across a multi-level property.
• Fluent English speaker.
• Organised, proactive and able to work at pace.
• Warm, calm and authoritative approach.
• Flexible and reliable with a team-focused mindset.
• Available immediately.

Package:

• Working schedule:
• Monday – Thursday: 15:00 – 20:00
• Friday: 14:00 – 20:00
• Every other weekend: Saturday & Sunday 09:00 – 18:00
• Salary: £300 net per day during weekdays and £400 net during the weekend.
• Start Date: ASAP.

Job Status: Live. Responsible Consultant: Ana López Ríos.