About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Looking for a Caring Muslim Lady to Join Our Family as a Nanny & House Helper (Al Ghafiya, Sharjah)
Ever felt that a home runs best when there’s warmth, kindness, and a gentle touch at its heart? As a family in Al Ghafiya, Sharjah, we’re searching for a lovely, soft-spoken Muslim lady to help care for our children and keep our home cozy and bright. If you’re nurturing by nature, enjoy bringing a sense of peace to your work, and appreciate being treated like part of the family, you just might be the caring presence we’re hoping for.
About Us
We’re a small, close-knit household where good energy and mutual respect truly matter. Our home is known for its relaxed vibe (think easy laughter and open conversations!), and we value honesty and kindness above all else. I consider myself a friendly, supportive employer — I believe that if you treat people well, they become like extended family over time. Plus, we love to keep things straightforward and drama-free.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Preparing and feeding meals to our lovely kids (and a little bit of light cooking, but only for the baby)
- Keeping our home clean and tidy — a mix of regular cleaning, laundry, and dishwashing so everything stays fresh
- Creating a calm, loving environment for our children throughout the day
- Occasionally lending a hand with light chores if something unexpected pops up
- Cooperating and communicating kindly with the whole family, just like you would at home
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves:
- You are a Muslim lady with a gentle, soft-spoken, and caring nature
- You already hold your OWN valid visa (this is required, please!)
- Experience with child care, especially babies or young children
- Comfort with basic housekeeping: laundry, dishes, tidying up common spaces, simple meal prep
- Trustworthy, patient, and respectful — you know how to keep a family’s rhythm flowing smoothly
Nice-to-Haves:
- Experience working in a family home in Sharjah or the UAE
- Basic English or Arabic communication skills
- A naturally cheerful outlook and the ability to handle little surprises with a smile
Not sure you check every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Salary: AED 1000 cash, paid on time
- Free 3x daily meals — home-cooked and nutritious
- Complimentary WiFi to stay connected with loved ones
- Supportive, easygoing home environment where you’ll be treated with dignity and respect
- A friendly employer who believes that kindness and honesty make the best working relationship
We hope you feel right at home here — because that’s really what we want. If you enjoy keeping a house happy and warm, and want to join a family that values your presence, this could be a truly rewarding place to be.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you share your experience caring for babies or young children, and what you find most rewarding about it?
- What is your approach to preparing simple, healthy meals for children, especially when cooking for a baby?
- How do you prioritize and manage household chores like laundry, dishes, and general tidying in your daily routine?
- If the children are upset or having a difficult moment, how do you help create a calm and comforting atmosphere for them?
- How would you handle a situation where an unexpected chore comes up—say, a spill or last-minute laundry—while you are already busy?
- Are you comfortable communicating in basic English or Arabic, and how do you make sure everyone in the family understands each other’s needs?
- Tell us about a time you brought a positive attitude to a new or challenging situation in someone’s home.
- How do you balance being respectful of the family’s privacy with being an active and supportive presence in the household?
- Can you describe a time when you resolved a misunderstanding or minor conflict with an employer or family member?
- What does being trustworthy mean to you in your role as a nanny and house helper?
- In what ways do you contribute to making a home environment cheerful and harmonious?
- How do you see yourself fitting into a family that values open conversation, honesty, and mutual respect?
- Why is being part of a kind and supportive home important to you personally?