5 Nanny jobs in South Africa

Private Family is looking for a live-in fluent English-speaking Rota Nanny/Governess to homeschool 7 and 4 years old children.

Nanny/Governess will conduct a unified curriculum for the children, with additional support from online teachers for the main subjects and take on nanny duties, supporting the overall care of the children when not engaged in educational activities.

Job Title: Live-in Private Nanny/Tutor for HNW Family

Location: Worldwide: Europe, Latin America, UAE

Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

Job Type: Full-time, live-in position

Responsibilities:

• Conduct a unified curriculum for the children, with additional support from online teachers for the main subjects.
• Engage the younger child (4 years old) in developmental tasks during the older child's (7 years old) online classes.
• Assist the older child with homework and clarify challenging material after the main lessons.
• Create and maintain a special learning space, ensuring proper posture and writing techniques, providing physical guidance as necessary.
• Take on nanny duties, supporting the overall care of the children when not engaged in educational activities.
• Collaborate with the second governess to follow a unified educational program for both children, ensuring consistency and teamwork.
• Assist in the preparation and organization of educational materials in advance.
• Teamwork and effective communication are essential to ensure the best outcomes for the children's development and education.
• Accompany the family on travel, as needed, ensuring continuity of the children's education and providing support during trips and vacations.
• Maintain a high level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality when dealing with the family's personal matters.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Education or a relevant subject area; advanced degrees or teaching certifications are a plus.
• Relevant experience working as nanny and governess/tutor not less than 3 years
• Driving licence.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport and trust with both children and parents.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Cultural sensitivity and an understanding of the family's values and traditions.
• First Aid and CPR certification, or a willingness to obtain these certifications.
• Willingness to undergo a thorough background check.

Nice to have:

• Spanish language proficiency would be an advantage.

To be discussed with shortlisted candidates.

We are a young married couple with a baby on the way.

We have recently moved into our new house and we are now looking for a domestic worker with some nanny experience.

Purpose of Role:

The Domestic Worker will provide housekeeping and home support services to ensure that the household is clean, organized, and well-maintained. The role requires reliability, discretion, and a commitment to supporting the family's daily routines and household needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Cleaning & Housekeeping

Daily cleaning of living areas, bedrooms, bathrooms, and kitchen.

Dusting, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and polishing furniture.

Laundry: washing, ironing, folding, and packing away clothes and linens.

Changing bed linen and towels as required.

Household Maintenance & Organisation

Keeping the home tidy and organised.

Monitoring cleaning supplies and notifying the family when restocking is needed.

Basic care of household appliances (e.g., dishwasher, washing machine).

Basic food preparation (washing and chopping vegetables, assisting with meals).

Cleaning the kitchen and dishes after meals.

Child- and Family-Support:

Assisting with childcare routines under parents' supervision.

Maintaining a safe and hygienic environment, particularly around young children.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From R5 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

As soon as possible - Long-term position

Mon - Fri: 08:00 - 17:00

R R7 000 pm

12 Children, 2 & 5

Duties:

• Responsible for all housekeeping duties
• Care for children during the afternoons (toddler is at home full day on Fridays)
• Prepare light meals for children
• Play with children and engage in educational activities

Requirements:

• 2+ yrs formal experience with age groups
• Previous housekeeping experience
• SA citizen OR a valid work permit and passport OR asylum seeker status
• Non-smoker
• Contactable references
• Clear criminal record
• Stay within Bloemfontein

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: R6 000,00 - R7 000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do you have previous housekeeping experience?
• If you are a non-South African, do you have a valid work permit & passport/ asylum?
• Are you located in Bloemfontein? If not, where?
• Do you have 2+ years experience with toddlers in a WORK ENVIRONMENT? Eg. nanny, teacher etc?

Work Location: In person

Nov Long-term position

Mon - Fri: 07:45 - 16:45

R R7 500 pm

2 Children, 1 & 4

Duties:

• General care of baby
• Prepare meals for baby
• Play and engage in fun, stimulating activities
• Offer comfort and care
• Basic housekeeping - Assist with cleaning, tidying and organising
• Assist on a Saturday once a month, if needed

Eldest goes to school

Requirements:

• 2+ yrs formal experience with age groups
• Previous housekeeping experience
• Preferably no young children of your own
• Able to travel with the family
• Afrikaans
• Matric
• Non-smoker
• Contactable references
• Clear criminal record
• Stay within travelling distance

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: R6 500,00 - R7 500,00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do you have previous work experience as a housekeeper or cleaner?
• Do you have any children of your own? If so, how old are they?
• Are you able to travel with the family?
• Do you stay in Oudtshoorn? If not, where?
• Do you have at least 2 year's work experience with babies and toddlers? Eg. as a nanny, preschool teacher, or teacher's assistant? Experience with your own children, friends, or family don't count.

Work Location: In person