I need a nanny, preferably a nanny-housekeeper in London for two primary school age DCs. Because of their age I was wondering if we might be able to interest an ex-teacher or ex-teaching assistant who would (hopefully) have strong skills in gently helping with academic and emotional and social development as well as the usual nurturing, playing, cooking for, looking after stuff.
This person would be following on from our lovely professional nanny, who is moving away after working with us for more than 8 years! Prepared to pay similar to a teacher's salary in early years in the profession although the person would NOT get all of school hols off, only the weeks when we go on family holidays.
I wonder, now the children are older if a different sort of care would be better suited to their developing needs and I thought someone with teacher training might be good. (I would also be prepared to look at someone wanting to bring their child with them) Am I mad to think this might appeal to a teacher looking for a more intimate environment and more flexibity?
any thoughts gratefully received.