Experienced Nanny in a Reputable High-end Private Household

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A live-in nanny role in a high-end private household in Niger State, Nigeria, caring for two boys aged 2 and 12. Duties include daily childcare, school preparation, drop-off and pick-up, homework support, and children's laundry. The family seeks a mature, discreet, and experienced professional for a stable, long-term position.

• Live-in nanny position in a reputable private household
• Care for two boys aged 2 and 12 years
• School preparation, drop-off, pick-up, and homework support included
• Children's laundry and ironing responsibilities
• Mature, discreet, and experienced candidate preferred

Original source description

This is an excellent opportunity for a mature and dependable nanny who understands the standards expected within a premium private household and is genuinely interested in building a stable, long-term relationship with the family. The ideal candidate must be nurturing and patient with young children while also being organized, proactive, discreet, respectful, and capable of maintaining professional boundaries within a high-end home. We are seeking an experienced, responsible, warm, and highly professional Live-In Nanny to provide dedicated childcare support for two boys, aged 2 and 12 years. The primary responsibility of the successful candidate will be the care, supervision, development, and day-to-day support of the 2-year-old child, while also assisting the 12-year-old with his daily routine, school schedule, homework, and general organization. Key Responsibilities: Care of the 2-Year-Old Child: Monitoring the child's mood, behaviour, development and general wellbeing. The nanny's primary responsibility will be the daily care and supervision of the 2-year-old, including: Keeping the child engaged through books, educational activities, creative play and other suitable activities. Assisting with feeding and mealtimes. Ensuring the child's belongings, toys, books and personal items are properly organized. Providing attentive, age-appropriate and loving care. Supporting personal hygiene, bathing, dressing and general grooming. Encouraging good manners, communication, independence and positive behaviour. Supervising the child throughout the day and ensuring his safety at all times. Organizing age-appropriate play and learning activities. Establishing and maintaining appropriate daily routines. School Preparation: The nanny will be responsible for ensuring the younger child is properly prepared for school each day. Duties will include: Ensuring he is appropriately dressed and groomed. Preparing school bags and required items. Coordinating with parents regarding school-related requirements. Ensuring homework, school materials and personal belongings are ready. Preparing the child for school in the morning. Ensuring the child's routine is maintained consistently. School Pick-Up & Drop-Off: The nanny will assist with the children's school transportation arrangements, including: Ensuring the children are safely transferred between home and school. School drop-off and pick-up when required. Maintaining punctuality and adhering strictly to school schedules. Keeping parents informed of any relevant school-related matters. Communicating appropriately with school personnel where necessary. After-School Care: Following school hours, the nanny will: Receive and settle the child after school. Ensure he is comfortable, fed and appropriately cared for. Supervise play and relaxation time. Maintain the child's afternoon and evening routine. Assist with homework and school activities appropriate to his age. Prepare the child for bedtime according to the family's established routine. Homework & Educational Support: The nanny should be comfortable supporting children's learning and schoolwork. Responsibilities: include: Communicating with parents regarding schoolwork or areas requiring additional attention. Encouraging discipline, time management and responsibility. Supporting the 12-year-old in following his daily schedule and completing assigned tasks. The nanny is not expected to replace a professional tutor, but should be sufficiently educated and capable of providing appropriate homework and routine support. Assisting the 2-year-old with age-appropriate learning and homework activities. Helping the children remain organized with school materials and activities. Laundry & Ironing: The successful candidate will be responsible for the children's laundry and ironing, including: Sorting clothes appropriately. Ensuring uniforms and essential clothing are prepared ahead of time. Washing and properly caring for children's clothing. Folding and organizing clothes neatly. Maintaining children's wardrobes in an orderly manner. Ironing school uniforms and everyday clothing. Children's Room & Personal Areas: The nanny will maintain the cleanliness and organization of the children's personal spaces. This includes: Making and changing beds as required. Keeping children's bedrooms neat and organized. Ensuring children's rooms remain clean, hygienic and presentable. The role is primarily childcare-focused; the nanny will not be responsible for general household cleaning outside the children's areas and responsibilities. Organizing toys, books, clothing and personal belongings. Reporting any maintenance or safety concerns to the appropriate person. Supporting the 12-Year-Old: Although the main focus of the position is the 2-year-old, the nanny will provide appropriate support to the 12-year-old, particularly with: The nanny must understand that a 12-year-old requires a different approach from a toddler and should therefore be able to balance supervision with respect for his growing independence. Homework reminders and general academic support. School preparation and organization. Following his daily schedule. Ensuring he adheres to agreed routines. Providing appropriate supervision when required. Helping him stay organized with personal and school items. Encouraging independence, responsibility and good personal habits. A willingness to travel occasionally is therefore an important requirement. Requirements: Candidate Profile: The ideal candidate should be: Adaptable and able to work within a structured family environment. Patient and emotionally mature. Well-groomed and presentable. Comfortable caring for a toddler while supporting an older child. Experienced in professional childcare, preferably within private or high-end households. Warm, caring and genuinely passionate about working with children. Respectful of household privacy and confidentiality. Comfortable with live-in employment. 25 years or older. Candidate who values stability, professionalism and long-term employment and who can become a trusted and dependable member of the household's childcare team. A minimum of 5years' relevant nanny experience: is required. Willing to make a long-term commitment to the family. Proactive rather than waiting to be instructed on every task. Highly organized and attentive to detail. Reliable, punctual and responsible. Education: & Communication: Good proficiency in English is essential. The candidate must be able to: Provide clear updates about the children's activities, behaviour and wellbeing. Understand and follow instructions accurately. Communicate effectively with schools and other relevant parties. Communicate clearly and respectfully with parents. Assist appropriately with children's schoolwork. References & Background: Reliability and trustworthiness. Positive relationships with previous employers. References will be subject to verification as part of the recruitment process. Candidates must be able to provide credible employment references demonstrating: Ability to work independently. Commitment to previous positions. Good conduct and professionalism. Strong references from previous employers are mandatory. Previous childcare experience. Long-Term Commitment: The family is particularly interested in finding a nanny who is looking for a stable, long-term position. Professional Standards: The successful candidate will be expected to maintain the highest standards of: Punctuality. Professional conduct. Child safety. Consistency in following family routines and instructions. Respect for the family and household. The nanny must understand that working within a high-end private residence requires discretion, maturity, reliability and respect for the family's privacy. Personal hygiene and cleanliness. Care and attention to detail. Confidentiality. Appropriate boundaries. Ideal Candidate Summary: The ideal candidate is an experienced, mature and nurturing nanny who is confident caring for a 2-year-old, capable of supporting a 12-year-old's routine, proficient in English, organized with children's laundry and personal spaces, comfortable with school runs and occasional family travel, and able to provide excellent references from previous employers. Compensation The position is live-in, with accommodation provided within the household. Monthly Salary: Very competitive depending on experience: and references check (N250,000 and above) How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a minimum of two detailed references of previous employers to: chizimushie@xpedient.services using the Job Title as the subject of the email. Note A professional reference verification check will be conducted. These references must be from the families you have worked with). Application Deadline: 22nd September, 2026. View all Jobs in Nigeria Lagos State and 1 other location Lagos State , Ikeja