Fluent Engl/ Fre speaking Rota Nanny, Geneva #644-3

Job Description

Experienced, professional Rota Nanny required

On behalf of our partner agency in Switzerland a wonderful young family is looking for a high calibre, warm and genuinely energetic nanny to help look after their pres-schooler son. Nanny should be fluent in English or French to native level.

Please note: The family has a strong preference for candidates who are already based in Switzerland and who can demonstrate the legal right to work in Switzerland, whether through Swiss nationality, an EU passport with Swiss residency, or an existing Swiss work permit. Applications from candidates requiring relocation from outside Switzerland are unlikely to be considered.

Essential:

• Native level or fluent English or French speaker
  
• Significant professional nanny experience with preschool-aged children
  
• Previously worked as a live in or live in rota nanny.
  
• Energetic, proactive, and highly organised
  
• Strong understanding of child development
  
• Confident establishing routines, structure, and positive boundaries
  
• Currently based in Switzerland
  
• Swiss passport holder, or
  
• EU passport holder with a valid Swiss work permit already in place
  
• Available to start as soon as possible
  

Highly Desirable:

• Montessori qualification, certification, or training
  
• Previous rota nanny experience
  
• Background in Early Years Education
  
• Native-level French/ English speaker (will be considered if an exceptional Russian-speaking candidate is not available)
  
• Swiss nationality
  
• Existing Swiss work authorisation
  

Rota Nanny with Montessori Experience | Switzerland |
A wonderful UHNW family based in Switzerland is seeking an exceptional, energetic, and highly experienced Russian/ English or French-speaking rota nanny to join their existing childcare team caring for their delightful and active 3-year-old son.

The family already employ a long-term English-speaking rota nanny who works a successful 2 weeks rota schedule. They are now looking for a second professional nanny to complete the rota arrangement.

The Role

The successful candidate will be confident caring for a highly energetic and active little boy who thrives on engagement, consistency, and routine. The family are seeking a nanny who can provide structure, establish positive boundaries, and create stimulating daily routines while maintaining a warm, nurturing, and affectionate approach.

This position would suit a nanny who is naturally active, enjoys the outdoors, sports, and physical activities, and can keep pace with an energetic young child.

A Montessori background, qualification, or strong understanding of child-led learning principles would be highly advantageous.

Duties Include

• Sole charge care of a 3-year-old boy
  
• Creating and maintaining age-appropriate routines and structure
  
• Planning educational and developmental activities
  
• Supporting language development
  
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and good manners
  
• Organising outings, sporting activities, and outdoor adventures
  
• Working collaboratively with the family's existing rota nanny
  
• Communicating effectively with busy parents
  
• Maintaining a stimulating, organised, and engaging environment
  

Personality Profile

The family are looking for a nanny who:

• Is naturally warm, affectionate, and engaging
  
• Quickly builds trust and a strong bond with children
  
• Commands respect through consistency and professionalism
  
• Is physically active and enjoys sports and outdoor activities
  
• Remains calm, positive, and energetic throughout the day
  
• Can confidently stay one step ahead of an active young child
  

Package

• Competitive salary dependent upon experience 5,500+ p/m
  
• rota schedule
  
• Long-term position with a welcoming family
  
• Switzerland-based role
  
• ASAP start
  

Please apply with your CV, references, notice period, stating nationality and work permit/passport status, current location, and details of any Montessori qualifications or training.

Requirements

Verifiable previous experience

Good references for recent and relevant nanny jobs

Up to date criminal history check certificate

Recent Paediatric First Aid certificate

Prove your right to work in Switzerland, by showing your valid EU/Swiss passport

Baby experience

Able to run after young children

Be available long term

Fluent Russian or French with English

Driver preferred but not a requirement

Please note this is a strictly non-smoking position

Requirements
housekeeper experience cleaning, cooking Contact details for the agency to check your job references Up to date criminal history check certificate Please note this is a strictly non-smoking position