Experienced Nanny
Job Summary
- We are seeking a mature, experienced, and well-educated Nanny to provide attentive childcare and structured support within a private household on the Island in Lagos.
- The ideal candidate will be eloquent, emotionally intelligent, and highly reliable, with a proven track record of working in family homes and maintaining strong interpersonal relationships with both parents and other household staff.
- This role requires a stable, proactive, and initiative-driven professional who can provide nurturing care while maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive environment for the child(ren).
- The position is live-out and best suited for candidates residing on or close to the Island for ease of commute.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide attentive daily care and supervision for the child(ren).
- Plan and implement age-appropriate educational and recreational activities.
- Support the child’s learning, discipline, and personal development.
- Maintain a safe, hygienic, and organized environment for the child.
- Assist with school routines, homework guidance, and developmental activities.
- Monitor and support daily routines including meals, rest periods, and playtime.
- Communicate clearly with parents regarding the child’s progress, behaviour, and needs.
- Work collaboratively with other household staff while maintaining professional boundaries and respect.
- Demonstrate initiative and proactive problem-solving in managing childcare responsibilities.
- Ensure the child’s emotional wellbeing, safety, and comfort at all times.
Requirements
- Proven experience working as a nanny or childcare provider in a private household.
- Mature and emotionally stable with a calm and patient disposition.
- Well-educated with strong spoken English and good communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-management skills.
- Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Proactive, responsible, and trustworthy.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Must reside within reasonable commuting distance to the Lagos Island / Lekki / Victoria Island axis.
- Verifiable references from previous employers.
- Must reside on the island.
Personal Attributes:
- Warm, nurturing, and attentive
- Professional and discreet
- Reliable and consistent
- Patient and emotionally intelligent
- Highly observant and safety-conscious.
Work Arrangement:
- Live-out position.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: chizimushie@xpedient.services using the Job Title as the subject of the email.