Family Nanny-Housekeeper (Live-in, Zürich)

About the Role

We are a binational US/Swiss family seeking a trusted individual to provide full-time care for our 1½-year-old daughter. The role involves:

• Planning and engaging in age-appropriate activities, and accompanying her on outings and appointments such as feeding, naps, play, and short outdoor walks.
• Planning and preparing healthy meals in accordance with our family's dietary guidelines.
• Managing household tasks including laundry, light housekeeping, and errands.

The expected start date is 29 December 2025.

Working Pattern

The position entails a schedule from Monday to Friday, approximately from 07:00 to 18:00, including a 2-hour midday break (≈ 42 hours per week). Occasional overtime is compensated with paid time off or pay in line with Swiss law, providing a minimum of 11 hours of daily rest and one full day off per week.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from CHF 3,630 to 4,200 per month, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Four paid weeks of vacation per year.
• Employer-paid occupational accident insurance, with non-occupational accident insurance as required by law.
• Registration with the Swiss social-insurance system utilizing the simplified payroll scheme.
• If living in, board and lodging can be provided, subject to official AHV in-kind deduction rates (e.g., CHF 990/month).

Accommodation

The accommodation includes a private furnished bedroom and shared bathroom, with full board and Wi-Fi. The first year will be spent in Zurich, after which the family will relocate to Stäfa (8712) in December 2026, located just a 3-minute walk from the lake. The area has easy public transport access to the lake, parks, and city center.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in caring for infants/toddlers and managing a household.
• Eligibility to work in Switzerland (EU/EFTA passport or valid Swiss permit preferred).
• A confident cook.
• Fluency in English is required, with knowledge of German and/or French being an advantage.
• Traits of trustworthiness, discretion, organization, and a genuine fondness for young children.