Marvellous Permanent Nanny in Kenmore

**Looking for a Marvellous Nanny in Kenmore, QLD**

**Nanny Start Date**: Immediate Start
**Pay Rate**: $35-$40 per hour + superannuation + leave entitlements
**Contract Type**: Permanent Position - Minimum 30 hours per week
**Days/Hours**:
A guaranteed 30 hours per week, with the potential for more when Mum’s workload calls for it (occasional weeks may be up to 50 hours).
- Monday or Friday (half day of between four to five hours)
- Tuesday: 8am-5pm
- Wednesday: 8am-5pm
- Thursday: 8am-5pm

Looking for a nanny who’s ready to settle in for the long haul - ideally, a 3-year commitment.

**About the Family**

Join a friendly, down-to-earth family with a bubbly, social, and active 14-month-old girl and her loyal Labrador sidekick (aged 3). Mum works from home as well as in the office, while Dad works full-time out of the house. Their days are filled with family walks, cousin catch-ups, park visits, and playdates.

Their little one is at that magical toddler stage—curious, full of energy, and growing in confidence on her feet every day. The family follows a gentle parenting style and is seeking someone who can offer warmth, consistency, and a playful approach as their daughter explores the world around her. They're excited to welcome a nanny who will become a trusted, long-term part of their lives.

**What We’re Looking For**

The ideal nanny is experienced, nurturing, and confident with toddlers. You’ll bring a mix of professionalism and playfulness, along with a calm, kind nature and great initiative. Whether you’ve worked as a nanny, early childhood educator or in a similar childcare role, you’ll be someone who genuinely enjoys supporting young children through their developmental milestones.

You'll need to be confident in planning simple outings, encouraging independent play, and keeping things running smoothly throughout the day. Strong communication skills, patience, and a sense of fun are essential.

**Tasks Include**:
**Daily care & routines**
- Supporting a consistent and comforting nap routine (bottle, books, patting/rocking)
- Ensuring hygiene and limiting exposure to sick children where possible
- Recording food intake and sleeps/ Panadol in communication book

**Food prep & mealtime routines**
- Preparing and serving nutritious meals and snacks
- Offering input on meal planning for the toddler

**Play & learning**
- Planning fun, age-appropriate activities—think sensory play, arts & crafts, messy play
- Local outings like playgroup, rhyme time, park play, or music in the park
- Creating a stimulating, calm and engaging environment
- Minimum screen time

**During nap times**
- Tag teaming with the family to do batch cooking child’s meals
- Preparing for bathtime (laying out PJs, towels, nappies, creams)
- Light laundry (e.g. folding, soaking clothes, putting on a load as needed)
- Changing cot sheets weekly
- Vacuuming the play rug occasionally

**General household help**
- Tidy up after meals and activities
- Pack away toys at the end of the day or during nap on half-days
- Unpack click-and-collect groceries and update shopping list for child-related items

**Transport**

**Must Haves**

✔ Blue Card and/or Police Check
✔ Current First Aid & CPR certification
✔ Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role
✔ Two glowing references
✔ Commitment to a **long-term role**

**Job Types**: Permanent, Contract
Contract length: 36 months

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 30 per week

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Kenmore QLD 4069: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Nanning or Childcare: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Blue Card (preferred)
- police check (preferred)
- First Aid Certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 09/06/2025