A nanny/housekeeper is a dual-role position that goes beyond the responsibilities of a standard professional nanny. While still offering attentive and age-appropriate care for children, particularly before and after school hours, this role also includes a broader range of domestic duties related to the overall management and upkeep of the household. Typical tasks may include general cleaning, laundry for the entire family, ironing, running errands, grocery shopping, meal preparation, and organising the home. This role is especially suited to families with school-aged children who require less intensive childcare during the day but benefit from practical support in maintaining an organised, well-run household. A nanny/housekeeper is expected to balance their time effectively between childcare responsibilities and house management tasks, offering flexibility, strong organisational skills, and a proactive approach to supporting the family’s needs as a whole.

🧹Cleaning & Tidying

Daily Cleaning Tasks

• Sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping floors
• Wiping down kitchen counters and surfaces
• Cleaning bathrooms (toilets, sinks, showers, mirrors)
• Making beds and tidying bedrooms
• Loading/unloading dishwasher and washing up
• General tidying of living spaces (folding blankets, straightening cushions)
• Emptying bins and replacing liners

Weekly Cleaning Tasks

• Dusting furniture, shelves, and skirting boards
• Cleaning kitchen appliances (microwave, fridge shelves, hob)
• Changing bed linen and towels
• Deep cleaning bathrooms and kitchen surfaces
• Hoovering under furniture and cushions
• Cleaning windows and mirrors

Occasional or Rotational Tasks

• Deep cleaning ovens, extractor fans, and behind appliances
• Defrosting freezers
• Polishing silverware or special materials (wood, brass, leather)
• Washing windows (interior and exterior where accessible)
• Cleaning light fixtures and ceiling fans
• Washing walls or doors if marked

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🧺 Laundry & Ironing

• Sorting, washing, drying, and folding family laundry
• Ironing clothes, bedding, and uniforms
• Putting away clean laundry in appropriate wardrobes/drawers
• Treating stains appropriately
• Managing delicate or special-care garments
• Keeping laundry areas clean and organised

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🍽️ Kitchen & Food-Related Tasks

• Meal planning and preparation (light meals or full dinners)
• Preparing snacks or packed lunches for children or family members
• Keeping pantry, fridge, and freezer organised and stocked
• Rotating food and checking expiration dates
• Grocery shopping (in-store or online)
• Unpacking deliveries and storing food items properly
• Cleaning kitchen appliances after use

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🧾 Household Organisation & Management

• Managing household supplies (cleaning products, toiletries, etc.)
• Keeping stock of household items and creating shopping lists
• Accepting deliveries and organising incoming parcels/mail
• Coordinating with tradespeople (plumbers, electricians, cleaners)
• Managing recycling and waste schedules
• Overseeing household calendars (cleaning schedules, appointments)
• Keeping storage areas tidy (cupboards, utility rooms, garage)

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🛏️ Home Maintenance Support

• Reporting any maintenance issues (leaks, broken fixtures, etc.)
• Changing light bulbs and batteries (as appropriate)
• Seasonal tasks (e.g. switching wardrobes, preparing guest rooms)
• Light DIY tasks (e.g. tightening screws, reattaching cupboard handles)

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🧸 Child-Related Housekeeping (beyond nursery duties)

• Washing and organising children’s clothes, uniforms, and shoes
• Keeping children’s rooms/playrooms clean and tidy
• Cleaning lunchboxes, water bottles, and school bags
• Organising toys, rotating them, and checking for broken items
• Preparing school uniforms and PE kits
• Ensuring homework areas are clean and stocked with supplies

For details about nursery duties and responsibilities, click here…