Milan 2 x Rota Nannies 2 Weeks On/Off English-speaking (Italian conversational) Milan, Italy plus travel.

2 x Rota Nannies — 2 Weeks On/Off English-speaking (Italian desirable) — Milan, Italy plus travel.

Key Job Information

Location: Milan, Italy and worldwide

Start date: As soon as possible

Position type: Rota Nanny

Contract type: Permanent

Work schedule: Two weeks on / two weeks off

Salary: £80,000 + commensurate with experience

Children: Two children, aged four and six

Languages: Fluent English and conversational Italian

Position Summary

A prominent international family based in Milan is seeking an experienced rota nanny to care for their two children, aged four and six.

This is a permanent two-weeks-on, two-weeks-off position within a fully staffed household. The family is looking for a highly experienced, warm and well-organised rota nanny who can take confident responsibility for the children during their working rotation while maintaining consistency across routines, expectations and handovers. The nanny should be bubbly, well-organised and a great team player.

The family travels extensively, and the nanny must be comfortable accompanying them on international trips. The successful candidate will be able to adapt calmly to different locations and schedules while ensuring that the children remain settled, supported and engaged.

Role Context and Family Environment

The nanny will work as part of an established household team and will communicate closely with the parents, the other rota nanny and relevant members of staff.

A clear and thorough handover between rotations will be essential. The nanny should be comfortable keeping accurate notes on the children’s routines, schedules, activities, appointments and any relevant observations.

The family requires someone who understands the professional standards and boundaries expected within a fully staffed private household. The nanny should work collaboratively with the wider team while remaining confident and independent in all matters relating to the children.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing attentive, age-appropriate care for both children
• Managing the children’s daily routines
• Supporting morning, school, activity, bath and bedtime routines
• Planning engaging and developmentally appropriate activities
• Supporting the children’s emotional, social and educational development
• Encouraging good manners, respectful behaviour and age-appropriate independence
• Reading with the children and supporting their learning and individual interests
• Liaising with schools, tutors and activity providers where required
• Organising the children’s clothes, bedrooms, play areas and personal belongings
• Preparing and packing everything required for travel
• Maintaining consistent routines across different residences, locations and time zones
• Accompanying the family during extensive international travel
• Communicating clearly and professionally with the parents and household team

Candidate Requirements

The successful candidate must:

• Have substantial professional nanny experience with children of a similar age
• Have previous experience working in a rota position
• Have experience working within fully staffed or formal households
• Be warm and engaging while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries
• Be highly organised and able to manage busy schedules and travel arrangements
• Be comfortable travelling extensively and adapting to changing locations and routines
• Be discreet, reliable and professional
• Hold a recognised childcare or early years qualification

Ideal Candidate Profile

The family is seeking an experienced career nanny who is warm and attentive with children, while maintaining clear professional boundaries and a calm, consistent approach.

The right candidate will be proactive without being overbearing, highly organised and comfortable working within an established household structure. They should be adaptable, discreet and composed at home and when travelling, with the experience and sound judgement required to care for two young children across different environments and schedules.

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the essential criteria are invited to apply through the International Nanny website.

Please log in to your International Nanny candidate portal and ensure that your profile and International Nanny CV are fully completed and up to date. This is the only CV reviewed and shared with families.

Applications sent by email, WhatsApp or social media cannot be processed.

• Salary Estimate : 80,000+ GBP per year
• Start Date : ASAP