FT Family Assistant

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• Training & development

A busy professional family on the South Shore is seeking an experienced, polished, and highly discreet Nanny/Family Assistant for a long-term position supporting their two preschool-age children and helping with household needs during the day. The home has an established household team, and this role works closely with an afternoon nanny and other household support.

This role is ideal for someone who is organized, calm, and proactive, who has worked in private or high-profile households, and who understands the importance of privacy and professionalism. The family is looking for someone who can become a trusted, long-term member of their household and provide consistent, reliable support.

Requirements

• At least 21 years old
• 3 years of professional childcare experience
• Previous experience with preschool-age children required
• Prior experience working with private, high-net-worth, or high-profile families strongly preferred
• Demonstrated discretion and respect for family privacy; willingness to sign a confidentiality agreement
• Experience working collaboratively within a multi-staff household (e.g., other nannies, housekeepers, household vendors)
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required
• CPR & First Aid certified
• Non-smoker
• Strong references, including from prior private-family employers
• Exceptional reliability and punctuality; the family depends fully on this role for coverage
• Professional, calm, and able to seamlessly integrate into a family’s routine

Responsibilities


Childcare Duties

• Support the children’s daily routine, including helping them get ready for preschool
• Prepare breakfast for the children and occasionally for parents
• Assist with getting children dressed, brushing teeth, hair, and preparing for the day
• Drive children to preschool (a short drive) as needed
• Provide a calm and organized presence during daily transitions
• Support age-appropriate activities and encourage independence and development
• Communicate clearly with parents and ensure a smooth afternoon handoff to the afternoon nanny

Family Assistant Duties

• Complete children’s/family laundry
• Assist with simple family meal preparation
• Help with household organization and maintaining systems
• Take the family dog out in the afternoon
• Coordinate respectfully with other household staff and vendors

Ideal Candidate


The ideal candidate is warm, dependable, highly organized, and discreet. They have a polished, calm, and professional demeanor and are comfortable stepping into a busy household with an established staff team. A strong candidate is proactive and communicative, ensures smooth handoffs with other staff, anticipates needs without being asked, and understands that complete reliability is essential. They take pride in their work, respect the family’s privacy at all times, and enjoy becoming a trusted part of a family’s daily life.

About the Family


This is a busy professional family that values professionalism, discretion, reliability, and clear communication. They are looking for someone who can provide consistent support and become a trusted partner in caring for their children and supporting their household.

Position Details

• Location: South Shore, MA
• Position type: Long-term/permanent
• Start Date: November 30th/December 1st
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–2:30 PM
• Compensation: $35–40/hour, BOE; taxes withheld
• 2 weeks paid vacation, 5 paid sick days, paid holidays, negotiable health care stipend