Nanny Job

Live-in Nanny Job, Auckland, New Zealand

A new client of Greycoat Lumleys is seeking a warm, capable and adaptable live-in Nanny to join their family in Auckland, New Zealand, from March 2027. The family currently live in Colorado and will be returning to their home in Auckland. Their daughter is their first child; she is currently 12 weeks old and will be approximately nine months old when the position begins.

Both parents work full time and require a Nanny who can provide confident sole-charge care for substantial periods of the day. The successful candidate will be emotionally balanced, switched on, flexible and reliable, with a genuine interest in supporting their daughter's development and becoming a trusted part of family life.

The family are warm, caring and sociable, and hope to find someone with whom they can build an easy, respectful relationship. They are open-minded about previous experience and would warmly consider an enthusiastic Nanny at the beginning of a professional career, provided they demonstrate maturity, sound judgement and a natural aptitude for infant care.

Role Details

• Position: Live-in Nanny
• Location: Auckland, New Zealand
• Start date: March 2027
• Children: One girl, aged approximately nine months at the start of the role
• Core schedule: Monday to Friday, approximately 6.00 am to 8.00 pm, plus one shorter day each week
• Hours: The family anticipate long working days and are open to discussing alternative arrangements, including a 7-days-on/7-days-off rota, with the right candidate
• Salary: Approximately NZD 37.50 per hour, with the family prepared to offer a competitive overall package for an exceptional candidate
• Accommodation: A recently refurbished room in the family home, provided at no additional cost; the bathroom will be shared with the baby
• Driving: A car can be provided, and confidence driving would be an advantage
• Travel: Occasional travel may be required, although this is expected to be infrequent

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, nurturing and developmentally appropriate care for the child throughout the day.
• Take sole charge for extended periods while both parents are working.
• Establish and maintain a consistent daily routine, including feeding, naps, play and age-appropriate activities.
• Support developmental milestones through engaging play, outings, reading and sensory activities.
• Prepare bottles, meals and snacks as the child's needs develop, and keep feeding areas and equipment clean and organised.
• Manage nursery duties, including the child's laundry, bedding, toys, clothing and bedroom.
• Plan local classes, activities and outings, and safely transport the child when required.
• Communicate openly with the parents regarding routines, development, wellbeing and any concerns.
• Remain flexible around the family's demanding work schedules and assist with occasional travel when agreed.

Candidate Profile

• Warm, caring and genuinely engaged in infant development.
• Emotionally balanced, mature and calm, with sound judgement and the confidence to work independently.
• Flexible, dependable and able to adapt to long days and changing family needs.
• Sociable and personable, while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Comfortable living as part of a relaxed family household and occasionally joining the family for dinner.
• Fluent spoken and written English.
• A confident driver would be an advantage.
• Previous professional nanny experience is welcomed but not essential; the family are open to a promising candidate taking their first steps into a nanny career.
• Candidates must already have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Recruitment Process:

As the family are currently based in Colorado, initial interviews will be conducted by video call. Shortlisted candidates may then be invited to meet the family in Auckland at a second stage. This is an excellent opportunity for a warm and ambitious Nanny seeking a long-term live-in position with a welcoming young family and a competitive package.