About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Ever imagined what it takes to truly make a difference in a household—where every day brings new challenges, little victories, and the rewarding chaos of caring for growing minds? We’re currently searching for an experienced Nani (preferably of Filipino or Indian nationality) to join our family in Sharjah, Rahmaniyah. If you have a compassionate heart and a background in caring for twins and supporting individuals with special needs, this is a home where your skills, patience, and attention will be especially valued.
About Our Family
Ours is a lively, multicultural household where every day is unique. Our twin children fill the home with energy and curiosity, and one of them requires extra care and support. We prioritize warmth, clear communication, and understanding in everything we do—a place where everyone’s efforts are appreciated and every family member (big or small) is celebrated. While you’ll be an employee, you’ll truly become part of the family: think shared laughter over meals, team spirit on outings, and togetherness during everyday routines.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Overseeing daily routines and caring for twin children, ensuring both fun and safety are part of their day.
- Providing tailored care, including for a child with special needs—this ranges from personal hygiene to emotional support.
- Preparing healthy, child-friendly meals and snacks for the family.
- Managing laundry, ironing, and general tidiness to keep our home running smoothly.
- Assisting with homework, learning activities, and engaging playtime—your creativity is always welcome!
- Accompanying and supervising the children on trips, school drop-offs/pick-ups, and family outings.
- Maintaining open, proactive communication with parents about each child’s progress and needs.
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves:
- Extensive experience as a Nani, especially with twins or children with special needs.
- Excellent skills in daily care: hygiene, feeding, and emotional support.
- Ability to cook and handle basic household chores (laundry, ironing, tidying up).
- Strong organizational habits and consistent reliability.
- Warmth, patience, and a genuine love for working with children.
- Proficiency in English (both spoken and basic written).
- Current residency in the UAE, or openness to a live-in arrangement.
Nice-to-Haves:
- Experience assisting with homework or developing engaging learning/play activities.
- A positive reference from previous long-term families.
- Preferably holding a valid visa, or eligible to transfer sponsorship.
Not sure if you fit every requirement? We know every great caregiver is unique—please reach out if you feel called to this role!
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Private accommodation provided within our comfortable family home.
- Visa assistance for the right candidate.
- All-inclusive living: meals, utilities, and the peace of a supportive environment.
- Weekends or agreed days off to ensure rest and family connection of your own.
- A respectful, safe environment where your knowledge and kindness are truly appreciated.
- The chance to grow with the family and foster special connections that can last a lifetime.
We offer more than just employment; it’s about shared moments, trust, and becoming a valued family member. If you care deeply, work with heart, and are looking for a place to make a real impact, we’d love to meet you.
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 describe your previous experience caring for twins or multiple children at once, and how you managed their differing needs and routines?
- Tell us about a specific time you've provided care for a child with special needs. What strategies did you find most effective for supporting them emotionally and physically?
- How do you approach preparing healthy meals for children, especially when balancing different preferences or any dietary restrictions?
- If one of the children becomes upset or has a meltdown, what steps would you take to comfort them and restore calm to the home?
- Describe how you organize your daily routine to ensure household chores such as laundry, ironing, and tidiness are consistently completed alongside child care duties.
- What creative activities or games have you used in the past to engage children in both learning and play?
- How comfortable are you assisting with homework, and how would you encourage a child who is struggling with a task?
- Can you share an experience where proactive communication with parents made a significant difference in addressing a child's needs?
- Imagine you’re accompanying the twins on an outing and encounter an unexpected challenge. How would you handle the situation to ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment?
- Give an example of how you’ve adapted to living with a new family or in a different culture. What helped you settle in and build trust?
- When working as part of a multicultural household, how do you ensure clear communication and mutual respect among all family members?
- What does becoming “part of the family” mean to you, and what qualities would you bring to foster this type of environment?
- How do you take care of your own well-being and manage stress, especially in a busy, lively household?