A high-profile VIP family based in Abu Dhabi is seeking a top-tier, career-minded Live-In International Nanny for their toddler, with the view to supporting future children as the family grows. The family operates at the highest standards and value a structured, routine-led environment. The ideal candidate will have a genuine vocation for childcare, a proven track record of longevity with previous private families, and deep expertise in early years development.
Core Responsibilities
Daily Care: Oversee all aspects of feeding, hygiene, safety, sleep routines, and emotional well-being. Structured Learning at Home: Implement age-appropriate, nursery-style learning programs tailored to the child's developmental stage. Milestone Tracking: Prepare weekly educational activity plans and actively track developmental progress (fine/gross motor skills, language acquisition, sensory exploration, and creative/imaginative play). Communication & Engagement: Stimulate language skills continuously through reading, singing, and intentional interaction.
Nursery Maintenance: Keep all child-related spaces (nursery, playrooms, wardrobes, feeding tools, and toys) impeccably clean, sterilized, labeled, and organized. Developmental Toy Rotation: Systematically rotate toys and learning materials according to developmental milestones. Packing & Travel Prep: Manage all packing, unpacking, and preparation of the child’s wardrobe and equipment for frequent international travel.
Daily & Weekly Updates: Provide daily verbal debriefs to the parents, alongside formal weekly written reports detailing development, activities, feeding, and sleep patterns. Proactive Safety: Immediately communicate any health, safety, or developmental concerns.
Household & Travel Dynamics • Fully Staffed Household: The primary residence is fully staffed (housekeepers, chefs, etc.). The nanny must thrive working in a team-oriented, high-staff environment. • Travel Flexibility: Extensive worldwide travel is required (3 to 6 months per year). While traveling, if domestic staff is reduced, the nanny must be agile and happy to assist with basic child-related duties (such as preparing child meals and light child-focused housekeeping). • EU Passport: An EU passport is required to facilitate seamless international travel. • Travel Accommodations & Policy: Base Residences: Accommodation and all food/meals are provided at the home (no separate food allowance). Non-Base Travel: A daily food allowance is provided. Room Sharing: During travel, the nanny may be required to share a room with the child or another staff member. Note: Room sharing does not constitute extra pay or Days in Lieu. Days in Lieu (DIL): DIL is granted only if an official weekly day off is fully missed due to travel or night support/sleep regression within the same country.
Candidate Profile & Conduct Standards • Experience & Longevity: Candidates must demonstrate proven longevity in previous roles and specialized expertise in infant and toddler development (ages 1–3+). • Attributes: Honest, highly discreet, proactive, resilient under travel pressure, and non-smoking. A valid first aid certification is required for this role.
Working hours: 6 days per week, 12 hours per day
The family is looking for someone who can start immediately.
To learn more about this role, please apply and a consultant will contact you with more information.
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: £4,000 to £5,000 net per month
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
