Michael worked with us from September 2015 to July 2019 as a nanny working Tuesday to Friday looking after our two boys that were ages 10 and 7.
Michael was responsible for the boys before school, getting breakfast, organizing bags and getting them to school on time, which he always did without issue.
Michael then collected them from school, would then take them home, give them an evening meal, ensure screen time was limited and help them with any homework questions.
Michael always got on so well with all the family, he was extremely reliable, very polite and was always happy to carry out additional duties including collecting other children and taking them to and from school.
Both our boys really enjoyed Michael’s company, he had a great rapport with them and always had a calm approach, he was able to address any bad behaviour and they both really respected him.
Michael was always willing to take them to any clubs they belonged to and was also keen to take them to the Park or help teach them tennis and basketball.
It was clear Michael enjoyed the interaction with the boys and was always keen to help them wherever he could, he always had time for interaction with them and was responsible for both boys becoming excellent table tennis players!
Nutrition and making food is a passion of Michaels and he would always help educate the boys in this area. He always made sure they and breakfast and dinner and was exceptionally tidy in the kitchen!
Michael had agreed hours, but given work commitments for myself and husband, Michael was sometimes required to work later and even though it was a last- minute request, Michael was always able to accommodate.
Michael always felt part of our family, I had no problem trusting him with the boys and the house and he received many compliments from my friends who observed his interaction with the boys and punctuality.
Michael left us this year, only because the boys are now older, it was sad to see him go and the boys miss seeing him given the bond they had for four years, but he has already been to see them since leaving and we will keep in touch.
We would definitely recommend Michael to any family!

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