Temporary, Live-in, Full-time, English-speaking Nanny in Cape Town, South Africa

Job Title: Temporary, Live-in, Full-time, English-speaking Nanny in Cape Town, South Africa
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
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)
Eligibility: Only considering candidates currently based in South Africa, ideally Cape Town, with the right to work locally

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 work in a shared-care arrangement with a very hands-on mother and their trusted long-term nanny while in Cape Town.

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 mother and resident nanny to help the household run smoothly and harmoniously during this Cape Town season.

This is a short-term, Cape Town–based assignment only, ideal for an experienced nanny already living in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Offer attentive and compassionate care, creating a safe, calm environment for the child.
• 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 simple learning moments.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and organisation in the child’s areas and belongings.
• Maintain a balanced yet clear 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.
• Accompany the family on local outings and short trips as required.
• Communicate discreetly and professionally; safeguard the family’s privacy at all times.
• Collaborate closely with the mother and resident nanny to ensure a consistent, joined-up approach.

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.
• Gentle, respectful approach to discipline based on clear, kind boundaries.
• Exceptionally organised; takes pride in maintaining tidy, well-ordered children’s spaces.
• Reliable and flexible work ethic; comfortable adjusting to family schedules and needs.
• Currently based in South Africa (ideally Cape Town) with legal right to work locally.
• First Aid and CPR certification.

Desirable

• Knowledge of developmental milestones and creative, play-based learning.
• Experience 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 with ease, 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. You are already in South Africa and can commit fully to this temporary assignment.