Coach Jo
Nanny in London: Merton
My Summary
About Me
Hi, I’m Joe.
I’ve spent the last 17 years working with children of all ages, supporting families through babysitting, early years education, nursery management, teaching, children’s clubs, and one-to-one childcare. Creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel confident, supported.
Throughout my career, I’ve built strong relationships with both children and parents by providing a calm, patient, and positive approach. I have particular experience supporting children through challenging situations, including anxiety, by using distraction, reassurance, and refocusing techniques to help them feel comfortable and confident.
I have also worked closely with children with additional needs, including using Makaton, administering medication, and providing tailored support based on each child’s individual requirements. I understand the importance of consistency, communication, and working closely with families to ensure children receive the best possible care.
Earlier in my career, I progressed from nursery nurse to room leader, managing groups of 25+ children and supporting their learning and development. I have also worked in hotel entertainment, children’s clubs, and holiday parks, where I organised activities, sports, games, and events for children of all ages.
Alongside my childcare experience, I work as a fitness coach, CrossFit coach, and personal trainer. I’m passionate about keeping children active, encouraging outdoor play, and helping them build confidence through movement. I previously helped run an after-school sports club where the focus was not only on physical activity but also developing teamwork, confidence, and self-belief.
My Experience
Most recently, I supported a family with three brothers, helping with school pick-ups, homework, and after-school activities. We spent our time outdoors cycling, exploring woodland trails, climbing trees, and enjoying new experiences.
I’m also occasionally joined by my golden retriever, Finley, who the children absolutely adore. His calm and friendly nature brings a lovely presence and always helps create a relaxed and enjoyable environment.
My Qualifications
- NVQ Level 2
- NVQ Level 3 Childcare Development
- Level 2 Gym Instructor
- Level 3 Personal Training
My Availability
I’m looking for a part-time afternoon role from September 2026 and am available during weekdays.
I’m very flexible and can move things around - Salary is flexible and open to discussion depending on the position.
Please feel free to get in touch for a chat.
My Fees
- Nannying from £26.00 per hour (gross)
Fees depend on the hours required.
Please get in contact to discuss further details.
My Documents
- DBS Check (added 03/04/2021)
- Training Certificate: NVQ 3 CHILDCARE (added 31/01/2021)
- First Aid Certificate: First Aid (added 31/01/2021)
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5 out of 5
Parents say
This highly-rated nanny is consistently praised for their positive energy, creativity, and ability to bring out the best in children. They excel at balancing fun activities with discipline and homework, creating a transformative influence on families. Their experience in childcare is evident, providing peace of mind for parents while fostering children's growth and confidence through engaging adventures and skill-building activities.
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Below are the latest reviews for Coach Jo. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk members and not of Childcare.co.uk. Parents must carry out their own checks and references on childcare providers to ensure that they are completely happy before enaging in the use of their services.
Joe has been the most amazing introduction to our family, and it is no exaggeration to say his influence has been truly transformative! His patient, upbeat, energetic and fun nature are infectious and have had such a positive impact on our whole family. The boys have flourished under his care and direction. As parents, we have also learned from Joe - he knows how to build genuine rapport with the children (they are genuinely excited to see and look forward to their time together), promote confidence, while also holding healthy boundaries and encouraging discipline/respect needed to bring out the best in them. Our boys have met their match… Joe’s energy levels and positivity enable them to go out and have the most exciting adventures - from fun bike rides, to playing with their favourite furry friend (Finley, Joe’s dog, is the most wonderful, loyal and enthusiastic companion to our boys!). This is well balanced with meeting their goals such as successfully completing homework and daily chores etc. Joe makes this balance seem effortless! Whenever the children are in Joe’s care, we know that they are well taken care of and we have absolute peace of mind. Joe’s depth of experience in childcare is clear from the offset, nothing seems to phase him and he takes everything within his stride, this has such a great impact on us all and installs such a feeling of confidence. The boys are flourishing under his care. “Coach Joe” (as the boys affectionately refer to him) is a massive hit with our family and we genuinely could not think of a better person for the job … and beyond that, he has become a family friend - we can’t believe our luck that our paths have crossed!.
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Melanie
on 11/05/2025
Coach Joe is fantastic! He has worked wonders with our brilliant and often challenging 6 year old, and has been able to help him to stay regulated and happy. He is always full of positive energy, and fills my son's time with fun activities that he loves. He is also great at ensuring that homework gets done, and good boundaries are held. My son loves spending time with him. I highly recommend Coach Joe for your family.
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SheenMum
on 21/11/2023
Jo has been the most brilliant addition to our family. Consistently positive, energetic, and full of creativity for playtime and thoughtful discipline for homework. He even created an after school club for my son and his friends where they all went to the park and learned ball skills and played football. Jo is one of a kind and we could not recommend him more highly!
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Lauren S
on 20/07/2023
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