Sofia
Nanny in London: Ealing (also available for babysitting)
Female Member since Mar 2016 Last Updated Nov 2024 Last Login 16 Dec 2024
My Summary
About Me
With 13 years of dedicated experience in childcare, I have nurtured children from as young as 4 months to as old as 10 years, tailoring my approach to suit each child's individual needs and seamlessly integrating with every family's unique culture. My expertise in creating structured yet flexible schedules ensures that children thrive under my care, maintaining their routines in a harmonious environment.
Outside of my professional life, my personal interests lie in books, audiobooks, self-development, fitness, and as a hobby, I am a licensed Zumba instructor.
I am particularly passionate about the outdoors, holding annual memberships to both the London zoo and Hanwell zoo, which enables me to incorporate educational and exciting outdoor adventures into our routine. My confidence in commuting to London offers great flexibility for families within and around the city.
My childcare philosophy is rooted in comfort, understanding, and a gentle approach. I firmly believe in avoiding the use of a raised voice, opting instead for treating children as equals. I engage in open dialogues and take the time to explain everything thoroughly, nurturing their curiosity and understanding.
I advocate for a child-led approach, empowering them to make decisions whenever possible, which fosters their independence and self-confidence.
I aim to create a nurturing, educational, and fun environment that aligns with your family’s values and needs, making me an ideal companion in your child’s developmental journey.
My Experience
16 September 2024 - Present Full time live-out nanny, Chiswick.
Working as a full time sole-charge nanny for an Australian/Irish family, caring for their 1year old twins. Main responsibilities include: playdates, planning activities, educational trips, maintaining nap routines and all other childcare duties.
05 September 2022 - 22nd August 2024 Full time live-out nanny, Brentford. Working as a full-time sole-charge nanny for a British family, caring for 1 year old twin boys and their 4 year old sister. Main responsibilities include: school drop off/pick ups, playdates, planning activities, educational trips, children's meal preparation, maintaining nap routines and all other childcare duties.
8 April 2019 - 19 August 2022 Full time live-out nanny, Chiswick, Working as a full-time sole-charge nanny for a British family, caring for a 3 year old boy and his 11 month old brother. Main responsibilities include : School drop offs/pickups, planning activities, playdates, children's meal preparation, educational trips and swimming lessons for the younger one.
9 October 2017- 28 February 2019 Full-time live-out nanny, Mortlake, Working as a full-time sole-charge nanny, for an Australian/Polish family, caring for a 2,5 year old boy and his 1 year old brother. Main responsibilities include: Activities, playdates, child meal preparation, educational trips and swimming lessons for the younger one.
4 September 2017-15 September 2017 Full-time Temporary Nanny, Maida Vale Working as a full-time, emergency nanny for a British/Lebanese family, caring for a 5 month old girl and a 2 year old girl. Main responsibilities include: Activities, maintaining nap routines, child meal preparation, feeding.
14 August 2017 - 25 August 2017 Full-time Temporary Nanny, Swiss Cottage Working as a full-time, emergency nanny for a Greek/American family, caring for a 14 month old girl and a 4,5 year old boy. Main responsibilities include: Speaking in Greek to the children, drop off and pick up from camp, feeding, maintaining the little one’s nap schedule.
31 July 2017 – 11 August 2017 Full-time Temporary Nanny, Barnes Working as a full-time, emergency nanny for a Greek/Canadian family, caring for a 22 month old boy and a 4 month old girl. Main responsibilities include: Speaking in Greek to the children, activities, child meal preparation, feeding.
17 July 2017 – 29 July 2017 Part-time Temporary Nanny, Richmond Working as a part-time, emergency nanny for a Hindu family, caring for an 8 month old girl. Main responsibilities include: activities, child meal preparation, feeding and child’s laundry.
30 May 2017 – 30 June 2017 Temporary Nanny, Richmond Working as a full time, sole charge, emergency nanny for a Swedish/British family, 4 days a week caring for a 1 year old girl. Main responsibilities include: Activities, playdates, child meal preparation and educational trips.
30 May 2017- 30 June 2017 Part-time Temporary Nanny, Swiss Cottage Working part time for 2 days a week for a Greek/Spanish family, caring for a 2 year old boy. Main responsibilities include: Speaking in Greek to the child so he can develop his skills, activities, playdates and feeding.
1 December 2015 – 26 May 2017 Live-in Nanny, Kilburn: Working as a full time, sole charge nanny with an American/Greek family, caring for an 11 month old girl and a 3 year old boy. Main responsibilities include : Teaching Greek, drop off/pick up from school, activities, playdates, child meal preparation and educational trips.
2014 – 2015 Afternoon babysitter, Piraeus, Greece: In charge of creative activities, kids aged 12 months and 5 years old.
2014 – 2015 Personal Tutor, Piraeus, Greece: Helping with homework in both Greek and English lessons, boy aged 10 years old
2014 – 2015 Greek Tutor, Alimos, Greece: Teaching Greek language to a 5 year old through interactive games and educational trips.
2014 Teacher’s Assistant, MAMA TOTO, Piraeus, Greece: Worked in a private preschool for a year.
2011 – 2014 Teacher’s Assistant, Athens, Greece: Work practice in a public preschool, children aged 2-4.
My Qualifications
Education
2017-2022 The Open University BA (Honours) Early Childhood
2011- 2014 IEK Delta Athens: Preschool Education of Activities, Creativity & Expression
2011 1st Lyceum of Drapetsona: High school
My Availability
From September 2024, I will be available for a new full-time nanny role. I bring a wealth of experience and glowing references, ready to integrate into a new family who values dedicated and compassionate childcare. Please reach out if you’re looking for a committed nanny to join your family's journey.
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| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 10/04/2024 | |||||||
My Fees
- Nannying from £16.00 per hour (net)
- Babysitting from £15.00 per hour
My Documents
- First Aid Certificate (added 31/01/2022)
- DBS Check (added 26/08/2018)
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