Posted 14 days ago
Private Housekeeper/ Nanny
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Live-in housekeeper and nanny providing cleaning, childcare, and household support for a private family in Lagos.
About this role
Private Housekeeper/ Nanny
The job duties of a live-in housekeeper/nanny involve providing cleaning and childcare services for this family and members of the household. As a live-in nanny, your responsibilities may vary depending on the service that your employer needs. You may clean, prepare meals, and handle other domestic chores.
- Cleaning bathrooms, bedrooms, living rooms, dining rooms, kitchens, stairways, and other household areas
- Organizing and maintaining inventory of cleaning supplies
- Communicating with clients about scheduling changes or problems with existing arrangements
- Maintaining inventory of household supplies and equipment such as toilet paper, soap, light bulbs, etc.
- Tending to pets or performing other household maintenance tasks that do not require extensive training or expertise
- Polishing silverware, dishes, and other items that need to be cleaned but cannot be washed in a dishwasher
- Cleaning and sanitizing furniture and other items that cannot be moved from their location
- Dusting shelves, blinds, baseboards, ceilings, windowsills, and other surfaces in the home
- Cleaning floors and carpets using steam or shampoo machines. May also clean walls, ceiling fans, or other hard to reach places on request
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
1. Ability to read, write, and speak English.
2. High school graduate or equivalent education is preferred. A minimum of 2 years (2) of housekeeping experience in a private home with Children is desired. Have general knowledge of cleaning and hygiene.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
- Verbal and writing abilities necessary to communicate and work effectively with various levels of staff, residents, family members and the public.
- Motor coordination and manual dexterity are required to operate housekeeping equipment.
- Willingness to perform routine, repetitive tasks with frequent interruptions.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow directions and work assignments. Able and willing to work flexible hours, such as during an emergency situation. Must be patient and tolerant toward staff, residents, and family members.
Additional Information
Remuneration is competitive , along with other benefits.
The Deadline for submission is September 30, 2026. Interviews are on a rolling basis to this date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Further assessments will be required.
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