Infant Nanny – 5 Days per Week, Starting September (Sydney, NSW)
Role Summary
Location: Sydney Suburb TBC
Position: Baby Nanny
Children: 1 baby 8 months
Schedule:
Long-term: 5 days/week Monday–Friday, 9:00am–2:00pm
Salary: $35–$45/hr gross (depending on experience and qualifications)
Start Date: Mid-September 2025
Fixed Contract: 4 months
Status: Open
About the Family
We are a professional, caring family seeking a warm, reliable nanny to look after our baby from 8.5 months old. We value consistency, gentle routines, and a nurturing environment. Our long-term goal is to have continuity of care through to January 2026, when childcare will commence.
Duties & Expectations
- Provide attentive care, ensuring baby’s safety at all times
- Support and follow infant feeding and nap routines
- Prepare age-appropriate meals and snacks (as solids are introduced)
- Engage in stimulating and developmentally supportive play
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised environment (child-related only)
- Provide feedback to parents on daily activities, mood, naps, and milestones
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience caring for infants under 12 months (references required)
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Current First Aid & CPR (infant-specific preferred)
- Up-to-date vaccinations (flu and whooping cough)
- Strong understanding of infant care, routines, and safe play practices
Age-Appropriate Developmental Activities
- Gentle sensory play (textures, rattles, soft music, reading aloud)
- Floor play to encourage crawling and motor development
- Outdoor walks or pram time for fresh air and stimulation
- Simple peek-a-boo and social interaction games
- Early language exposure through books, songs, and conversation
- Encouraging safe exploration and independent play in short intervals
How to Apply
Please send your resume and references to
jus@australiannannyagency.com.au.
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the start date for this role?
Q: What is the start date for this role?
A: The role begins with a trial period as soon as possible, with the full schedule (Monday–Friday, 9:00am–2:00pm) starting from 15 September 2025.
Q: How old is the child I would be caring for?
Q: How old is the child I would be caring for?
A: The baby will be 8.5 months old in mid-September.
Q: Are vaccinations required for this role?
Q: Are vaccinations required for this role?
A: Yes. Up-to-date flu and whooping cough vaccinations are mandatory, along with other routine immunisations. This is to protect the baby’s health.
Q: What hours are expected each week?
Q: What hours are expected each week?
A: During the trial, 1 day/week (Tuesdays, 1:00–3:00pm). From September, the role extends to 5 days/week, Monday–Friday, 9:00am–2:00pm.
Q: What experience do I need?
Q: What experience do I need?
A: Demonstrated experience caring for infants under 12 months is essential. Please provide specific references where possible.
Q: What qualifications are required?
Q: What qualifications are required?
A: Candidates must hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC), First Aid & CPR (infant-specific preferred), and current vaccinations.
Q: What documents and references do I need to provide?
Q: What documents and references do I need to provide?
A:
- Applicants must supply:
- 5 written references
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Police Check
- Evidence of professional childcare or nanny experience
Q: What is the pay rate?
Q: What is the pay rate?
A: $35–$45/hr gross, with the higher rate reserved for highly experienced or formally qualified candidates.
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