Professional support for family life

What can Families expect

At My Big Buddy, our expectations of our male nannies are no different to any high-quality professional nanny. Their first and most important responsibility is the children in their care. Beyond that, our Buddies bring energy, reliability and a can-do attitude to family life.

A male Buddy reading and engaging with children

Practical care

An overview of the support they can provide

Childcare responsibilities

Day-to-day care, supervision, wellbeing, school and nursery drop-offs and pick-ups, after-school care, evening routines and bedtime habits.

Child-related household responsibilities

Children’s laundry, ironing, wardrobe organisation, tidying bedrooms and play spaces, and preparing healthy meals and snacks.

Organisation & diary management

Appointments, play dates, extracurricular activities, birthday parties, school bags, sports kits and overnight bags.

Education & learning support

Homework, projects, reading practice, creativity through arts, crafts, music or drama, independence and problem-solving.

Entertainment & activity planning

Indoor and outdoor games, sports, outings, museum trips, park visits, play centres and school holiday engagement.

Family support

Walking the dog, feeding pets, errands, grocery shopping, dry cleaning, parcel collection, repairs or deliveries.

A Buddy helping two children stay engaged with creative activities

Around the home

Reliable, practical and positive support

Our Buddies combine excellent childcare with proactive help around the home and family routines. They bring energy, initiative and dependability, helping children stay active, organised and engaged while giving families the extra support they need to stay on track.

Everyday examples

What this looks like day to day

  • School and nursery runs
  • After-school care and evening routines
  • Homework and reading support
  • Healthy children’s meals and snacks
  • Play dates and activity planning
  • Indoor and outdoor play, sport and outings
  • Birthday party and special event help
  • Children’s laundry and bedroom tidying
  • School bags, sports kits and overnight bag preparation
  • Pet care and helpful family errands

A thoughtful match

Support that fits around real family life

We know every family is different. That’s why we match you with a Buddy who fits your values, routine and priorities—bringing warm, dependable childcare and practical help that makes busy home life run more smoothly.

Professional childcare with energy, warmth and initiative.

Our Buddies help children thrive while supporting the rhythm of family life.