Temporary, Live-in, English-speaking Nanny (Cape Town Assignment) — Cape Town, South Africa

Job Title: Temporary, Live-in, English-speaking Nanny (Cape Town Assignment) — Cape Town, South Africa
Location: Cape Town, South Africa (December–February)
Contract Type: Full-time, temporary
Salary: €1,200–€1,800 per week gross
Schedule: Flexible; full-time with occasional evenings and weekends as required
Dates: 10 December 2025 – 28 February 2026 (to be confirmed; some flexibility regarding dates and working hours; possibility of extension)
Long-term Prospect: Potential to extend beyond the Cape Town assignment with a subsequent placement in Monaco, subject to mutual agreement

Role Summary

We are pleased to support a lovely, busy family we know well. We are seeking a confident, warm, and highly organised live-in nanny to assist the parents and work alongside their trusted long-term nanny while in Cape Town. The care is for one child (a girl, 2½ years old), who is empathetic, curious, articulate, and active. You will bring a calm presence, a thoughtful routine, and engaging, age-appropriate activities; provide reliable sole charge during short periods; and work seamlessly with the parents and resident nanny to ensure the home runs smoothly and harmoniously.

Key Responsibilities

• Offer attentive and compassionate care, fostering a safe and nurturing environment.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate activities (arts and crafts, early science, reading, outdoor play) to support physical, emotional, and intellectual development.
• Maintain consistent daily routines: meals, naps, playtime, and straightforward educational moments.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and organisation in children’s areas and their belongings.
• Maintain a balanced yet assertive approach to boundaries, grounded in kindness and respect.
• Assist mother and child with appointments, activities, and outings as needed.
• Offer short-term sole charge with confidence and sound judgement.
• Travel with the family when necessary, ensuring smooth care away from home.
• Communicate discreetly; safeguard the family’s privacy at all times.
• Collaborate with parents and the resident nanny to ensure consistent approaches.

Candidate Profile

Essential

• Extensive experience as a nanny in private families; excellent references.
• Recognised childcare training or education (e.g., early years/Montessori or equivalent).
• Calm, gentle temperament; patient, observant, and responsive to a young child’s needs.
• Thoughtful, gentle and compassionate approach to discipline rooted in kindness and respect.
• Exceptionally organised; takes pride in keeping children’s environments tidy.
• Reliable and flexible work ethic; comfortable adjusting to family schedules and needs.
• Willing and able to travel with the family; valid passport and entry eligibility for South Africa.
• First Aid and CPR certification.

Desirable

• Experience in multilingual or culturally diverse homes.
• Knowledge of developmental milestones and creative, play-based learning.
• Experience in supporting healthy sleep routines.
• Capable of preparing simple, healthy meals and snacks for children.
• Confident swimmer.

Who This Role Suits

A warm, attentive professional who is naturally organised, communicates easily, and enjoys working collaboratively alongside a trusted resident nanny. You are comfortable offering gentle structure, short periods of sole charge, and flexible support during a busy family season in Cape Town, with the openness to continue into Monaco by mutual agreement.