About the Role
Our client, a growing family in Vereeniging, Gauteng , is seeking an experienced and compassionate Maternity Nanny to provide comprehensive support during the crucial postnatal period. This contract role is designed for a dedicated professional to assist the new parents with the care of their newborn baby, ensuring a smooth transition into parenthood. The Maternity Nanny will be responsible for the baby's daily care, establishing routines, and providing guidance and support to the parents on infant care best practices. The family requires a highly skilled and nurturing individual who can create a calm and supportive environment in their home in Vereeniging . This role demands discretion, professionalism, and a deep understanding of infant development and maternal well-being.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide expert care for a newborn, including feeding (breastfeeding support and/or bottle feeding), diaper changes, bathing, and soothing.
- Establish and maintain healthy sleep and feeding routines for the infant.
- Monitor the baby's health and development, alerting parents to any concerns.
- Educate and support new parents on all aspects of infant care, including feeding techniques, sleep strategies, and safe handling.
- Perform light nursery duties, such as sterilizing bottles, preparing formula, and doing the baby's laundry.
- Ensure the baby's sleeping environment is safe and conducive to rest.
- Offer emotional support and reassurance to the mother during the postnatal period.
- Maintain a tidy and organized nursery.
- Adhere to the family's parenting philosophy and household guidelines.
Requirements
- Extensive experience as a Maternity Nurse or experienced Newborn Nanny, with verifiable references.
- Specialized training in newborn care, postnatal support, or lactation consulting is highly desirable.
- Up-to-date certifications in CPR and Infant First Aid are mandatory.
- Deep knowledge of infant sleep patterns, feeding cues, and developmental milestones.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- A calm, patient, and reassuring demeanor.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with parents.
- Must be discreet, professional, and respectful of the family's privacy.
- Legally able to work in South Africa.
- Must be available to work in Vereeniging, Gauteng for the duration of the contract.
Benefits
- This contract position offers a competitive salary package, reflecting the specialized skills and commitment required for a maternity role.
- The Nanny will be provided with accommodation and meals during the contract period in Vereeniging .
- This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience supporting a new family during a significant life event.
- A chance to work closely with parents and contribute significantly to the well-being of a newborn.
- Potential for extension or future roles based on performance and mutual agreement.