Full-Time, English-Speaking Nanny In Cape Town, South Africa

International Nanny; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A professional childcare service is seeking a temporary, live-in, full-time nanny in Cape Town, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in private family childcare, excellent references, and a gentle approach to discipline. Responsibilities include providing attentive care, planning educational activities, and maintaining routines. This temporary position offers a flexible working environment conducive to collaborative support for the family.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be lawfully based in South Africa with the right to work.
• Calm, gentle temperament required for childcare.

Responsibilities

• Offer attentive and compassionate care to the child.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate activities.
• Maintain consistent daily routines and hygiene standards.

Skills

Extensive experience as a nanny

Gentle, respectful approach to discipline

Reliable and flexible work ethic

First Aid and CPR certification

Education

Childcare training or education

Job description

Job Details

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

Schedule: Flexible; full-time with occasional evenings and weekends as required

Start Date: 10 December 2024 (10/12)

Salary: €1,–€1, per week gross (USD per week estimate available upon request)

Eligibility: Candidates currently based in South Africa, ideally Cape Town, with a right to work locally

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.

Essential Qualifications

• 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.
• Lawfully based in South Africa (ideally Cape Town) with the right to work locally.
• First Aid and CPR certification.

Desirable Qualities

• 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 It Suits

We are looking for a warm, attentive professional who is naturally organised, communicates with ease, and enjoys working collaboratively alongside a trusted resident nanny. The ideal candidate is comfortable offering gentle structure, short periods of sole charge, and flexible support during a busy family season in Cape Town, and is already in South Africa and can commit fully to this temporary assignment.

Salary & Start Date

Salary estimate: USD per week.

Start Date: 10 / 12 / (10 December).