On behalf of our partner agency in Switzerland we are recruiting for an English speaking international family who have recently moved to this beautiful part of Switzerland.
This is a wonderful opportunity for a professional, loving, career nanny to work for a fun young family in Switzerland and when they travel for holiday or work engagements (they often travel to the UK).
The family is located in Crans Montana, a beautiful town and resort in the high alps. The area has plenty of facilities, social and sporting opportunities. The family can arrange a ski pass for nanny if she likes to ski.
Their little daughter will be attending the nearby very good school. She will become the big sister when new baby arrives in June.
The nanny's role will be a mixture of sole charge, shared care, and also some proxy parenting. The family values routine and life at home will be fairly planned and structured. They like to keep structure when they travel as it makes things so much easier.
They are an easy-going, relaxed family who are keen to provide their children with a natural and traditional childhood. Their daughter adores books, stories, crafting and going to the park and playground. She doesn't yet know about screens and sugar for instance.
The family is looking for a nanny who shares their child-rearing views.
This family is happy, loving, conscientious and cheerful and are looking for a nanny who is similar-minded.
Nanny should be looking for a long term position, as they really want the children to bond with nanny and vice versa and stay for years!
They would love to engage a Norland nanny, but if that is not possible due to passports, then someone who has other similar qualifications in childcare.
They offer their nanny her own separate apartment upstairs (with its own kitchen/living room, bathroom and balcony with panoramic views of the mountains). When they find a place to buy (asap) they will ensure there is a similarly separate/private space provided.
Nanny should be able to drive (car provided) and it would be very helpful if she can also:
Ski
Swim
Prepare nutritious meals for children (batch cooking also)
Looking to find a full time nanny for long term (energetic, active and with the stamina to take on a newborn as well as a toddler) who can help us Monday to Friday 10h/day. Potentially covering the odd weekend in exchange for time off or for overtime as desired. Fluent English and speaking French would be helpful but not essential.
Need a Swiss or EU passport and a driver’s licence. If they were able to start by September by then our son will be close to 3 months .
Requirements
Warm, easy-going, and kind personality, with a genuine love for children.
Non-smoking position.
Strong communication skills able to speak good English. A French speaker could be advantageous.
Experience caring for babies and toddlers, with the ability to plan engaging, age-appropriate activities.
Patient and creative in engaging young children, introducing games, and spending time outdoors.
Physically active and enjoys outdoor activities, aligning with the family’s love for nature and a sporty lifestyle.
Flexible and adaptable to the family’s schedule, including occasional changes in parents’ work hours or plans.
Willingness to support with light child-related household duties, such as tidying the kitchen and assisting with meal preparation.
Ability to maintain a clean and organized personal space if living in.
Ability to work collaboratively with parents when they are present at home.
Up to date Enhanced DBS
Full driving licence and able to drive locally
Recent Paediatric First Aid certificate
Right to work in Switzerland (EU or Swiss passport, or Swiss work permit valid for the next few years)
Good references for recent and relevant nanny work
Childcare qualifications
Able to run after small children