Why choose a career as a Nanny or Family Assistant? 5 benefits

Do you love working with children and supporting families? Then a job as a Nanny or Family Assistant might be just right for you. Compared with, for example, working in a day nursery, a job as a Nanny or Family Assistant offers great opportunities and challenges. Here are 5 reasons why you should seriously consider this career move.

1. As a Nanny or Family Assistant you are truly part of the family

As a Nanny or Family Assistant you are directly involved in a family’s daily life. Unlike working in a day nursery, where you look after several children at once, as a Nanny or Family Assistant you have the chance to build a deep bond with the children. And that bond is something neither you nor the children and their parents will quickly forget.

2. As a Nanny or Family Assistant you have more flexibility in working hours

Another advantage of working as a Nanny or Family Assistant is the flexibility it offers. You often have the option of arranging your schedule so that it works best for both you and the family, allowing you to create a good balance between work and private life. As a Nanny or Family Assistant through The Family Assistant, you simply live in your own home. Your hours are always agreed together. So after a working day you still have plenty of time (and energy!) to do something fun with friends.

3. As a Nanny or Family Assistant you can give the children more individual attention

Unlike in a day nursery, where the attention of qualified childcare professionals is often divided among many children, working as a Nanny or Family Assistant gives you the opportunity to give each child individual attention. This allows you to tailor the learning plan and activities to each child’s specific needs and interests. You have time to organise fun activities and make a real difference to their development.

4. As a Nanny or Family Assistant you develop professionally and organisationally

As a Nanny or Family Assistant with TFA, your role goes beyond childcare. You may also be involved in household tasks, such as meal preparation, planning outings and holidays, and organising daily life. Sometimes you also help out in the business of one of the parents. This allows you to learn an enormous amount on a professional and organisational level.

5. As a Nanny or Family Assistant with The Family Assistant you are trained and coached

At The Family Assistant, all Nannies and Family Assistants are trained and coached by us. Through the TFA Academy you learn everything about planning, organising, parenting, etiquette and much more. We also coach you personally in your career. That way you keep developing and get the most out of your time as a Nanny or Family Assistant. We are here for you!

Would you like to become a Nanny or Family Assistant through The Family Assistant? Feel free to get in touch with us or view all vacancies.