Location: Baar, Switzerland
Start date: 1 November 2026
Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday, approximately 12:00–22:00
Language: English
Children: One child, currently 4 years old; a second baby is expected
A warm and welcoming Swiss family based in Baar is looking for an experienced, reliable and autonomous Live-in Nanny to join their household from 1 November 2026 .
The family currently has one 4-year-old child and is expecting a second baby. They are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with children and who can become a trusted and long-term member of the household.
The family values a loving, peaceful and respectful home environment , with a particular focus on gentle parenting, Montessori-inspired approaches, healthy living and sustainability.
The successful candidate will have a good level of autonomy, a strong sense of responsibility and the flexibility required for a live-in position.
Main responsibilities
Childcare
Caring for the 4-year-old child in a warm, attentive and age-appropriate manner
Supporting the family with childcare during the afternoon and evening
Assisting with the evening routine and bedtime when required
Supervising the child when parents need support, including occasional care while a parent is attending to other responsibilities
Listening to the baby monitor and responding when needed
Providing care for the new baby once the second child arrives
Following the family's gentle parenting approach and incorporating Montessori-inspired principles
Respecting the children's individual boundaries and encouraging respectful interactions
Cooking & meal preparation
Preparing healthy, balanced family meals using fresh, organic and locally sourced ingredients where possible
Meal preparation and basic planning
Organising groceries and putting away grocery deliveries
Keeping the kitchen clean and organised after cooking
Cleaning the child's eating area after meals
Regularly checking and cleaning the refrigerator, including removing expired or perishable food
Light household support
Loading and unloading the dishwasher
Keeping common areas organised and tidy
Helping organise the entrance, children's belongings and clothes when needed
Organising children's items in coordination with the parents
Preparing the child's backpack and/or stroller
Keeping the stroller and children's equipment clean and organised
Ensuring nappy-changing stations are stocked and ready
Receiving and putting away deliveries and packages
Running occasional errands, such as collecting items from the pharmacy or grocery store
Taking out recycling and household waste when required
Occasional dog walking in the future
Please note: This is not a deep-cleaning position . The role focuses primarily on childcare, cooking, organisation and light household assistance.
Working hours & flexibility
The usual schedule is Tuesday to Saturday, approximately 12:00–22:00 .
As this is a live-in position , the family is looking for someone who can demonstrate a reasonable degree of flexibility when occasional changes to the family's schedule or childcare needs arise. Any additional work outside the agreed schedule should be discussed and arranged with the employee in accordance with applicable Swiss employment law.
Family values
The family places particular importance on:
Kindness, respect and harmony within the home
Respect for children, animals and personal boundaries
Trust and confidentiality
Reliability and consistency
Open and respectful communication
Requirements
Requirements
Previous live-in experience is essential
At least 2 strong professional references from the last 3 years , including a reference from the most recent employer
Police clearance / criminal record certificate
Valid EU passport or Swiss Work Permit
Previous professional childcare experience
Good spoken English
Ability to work autonomously and responsibly
The ideal candidate
The family is looking for someone who is:
Warm, caring and genuinely enjoys working with children
Autonomous…