German Speaking Live-in Nanny/Cook
Start Date: August
Days/Hours: Monday to Friday, 7.00am–7.00pm
Location: Berkshire, UK
Accommodation: Separate staff accommodation (private bedroom, private ensuite bathroom, shared kitchenette, shared laundry facilities, shared living room)
Salary: Please present expected salary

A lovely family based in Berkshire is looking for a German Speaking Live-in Nanny/Cook to join their welcoming, formal, yet affectionate household.  You will be responsible for the care of 3 young children, aged 6, 4, and 1 years old, working alongside a fully staffed household.

Role Overview:

• Weekends: Flexibility to stay or leave (your choice).  During the shooting season from October to the end of January, you will be required to work one Saturday a month then a day off in the week if requested
• Travel: Up to 6–8 weeks per year in Europe (EU passport required)
• Languages: Fluent German and English essential
• Driving: Confident driver with clean licence; nanny car provided (own car required for personal use)

Key Responsibilities:

• School runs and nursery drop-offs/pickups
• Organising and attending daytime activities with the youngest child
• Planning and supervising creative and educational activities (music, arts and crafts, outdoor play)
• Assisting with homework, literacy, and numeracy in both English and German
• Managing the children's diaries, including activities, appointments, and playdates
• Preparing healthy, home-cooked meals for the children
• Light housekeeping duties relating to the children (tidying play areas, helping the Housekeeper with child-related ironing)
• Proxy parenting for up to 2 weeks per year
• Travelling internationally with the family as required

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Must be very discreet and respect the family's privacy
• Formal childcare qualifications
• Fluent spoken and written German and English
• A proven track record in similar private household roles
• A confident, safe driving record (clean licence essential)
• An EU passport
• A warm, creative, and nurturing approach
• Organisational skills with the ability to manage busy schedules and varied activities
• A flexible attitude and willingness to work collaboratively within a team environment

Additional Information:

• The family home is based on a large country estate with dogs (large and small breeds), horses, and an equestrian and shooting centre. A love of the countryside and animals is essential.