Bilingual Nanny: loving care, with a second language as a natural part of the day
Children learn a language most easily by hearing and speaking it in everyday life. At breakfast, while playing and during the bedtime story. A bilingual Nanny speaks with your children in a language other than Dutch, as a natural part of their daily care.
The Family Assistant works with Dutch Nannies as well as Nannies who speak a second language alongside Dutch. We match families with carefully screened candidates who suit their wishes, their language and their approach to raising children.
What is a bilingual Nanny?
A bilingual Nanny is a professional Nanny who speaks another language with the children in daily life. She cares for and guides the children just as any Nanny would, and the language flows naturally through everything: conversations, songs, games, books and routines.
This way children grow up with a second language without it ever feeling like a lesson. Together with the parents, the Nanny agrees which language is spoken when, so the children experience clarity and consistency.
Which families is a bilingual Nanny suited to?
- International families and expats who wish to pass on their own language, or who are looking for a familiar language alongside Dutch.
- Parents of different nationalities who are raising their children multilingually.
- Dutch parents who would like their children to grow up bilingual.
- Families who travel often or envisage an international future for their children.
Are you an expat living in the Netherlands? Read more about how we help expats find a Nanny or Family Assistant.
The duties of a bilingual Nanny
A bilingual Nanny carries out the same broad range of duties as any Nanny through TFA. For instance:
- Caring for the children and providing a safe and stable environment.
- Setting up and maintaining daily routines and schedules.
- Supporting the parents in raising the children.
- Planning stimulating activities that support development, including language development.
- Taking the children to and from school and sports clubs.
- Homework support and preparing a healthy meal.
The difference lies in the language in which all of this happens. Which language best suits your family, and how the Nanny uses it, is something we are happy to discuss personally during the intake.
Carefully screened, with a background in childcare
A second language is a lovely addition, but never the only reason for a match. Nannies through TFA have a background in childcare and education, hold a relevant qualification and have extensive experience working with children. Our screening includes references, a certificate of conduct (VOG), diplomas and paediatric first aid. They also complete the TFA Academy, and we continue to coach and support them.
We look beyond experience and availability. It is personality, talents and energy that determine whether someone truly suits your family.
How does finding a bilingual Nanny through TFA work?
The process follows our established way of working: an introductory phone call, an intake meeting, a personal search, interviews and a trial session. During the intake we take your language wishes fully into account.
The Nanny is employed directly by the family, and we are happy to help draw up the employment contract. After the start we evaluate the arrangement after one week, three weeks, six months and ten months. In between, we are always available to you.
A bilingual Nanny for your family?
Tell us which language and what kind of care you have in mind for your children. We would be delighted to think along with you, without obligation.
Quality
Carefully screened, personally guided
We take the entire selection and screening process off your hands.
- Personal interviewWe select every candidate personally and only introduce people we are convinced of.
- At least two referencesEvery candidate is screened on the basis of at least two references, which we check ourselves with previous families or employers.
- Valid certificate of good conductWe receive and check a valid Dutch certificate of good conduct (VOG).
- Diplomas and first aidRelevant diplomas, and for Nannies a first aid certificate for children and babies.
- TFA AcademyModules on topics such as parenting, child development, etiquette and taking care of the family.
- Direct employmentA full employment contract, for a lasting working relationship.
Coaching and guidance: one week after the start we get in touch and coach where needed. After 3 weeks, 6 months and 10 months there is another evaluation, and you can always contact us in between.
Frequently asked questions
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Get in touchHow many hours does a Nanny or Family Assistant work?
Our Nannies and Family Assistants work from 30 hours a week for one family, spread over 3 to 5 days a week.
How is a Nanny or Family Assistant employed?
On a full employment contract with the family. If you wish, we help draw up the contract.
How are candidates screened?
We hold personal interviews and check at least two references, a valid certificate of good conduct (VOG) and relevant diplomas. Nannies also hold a first aid certificate for children and babies.
How soon do we receive candidates?
Our aim is to present suitable candidates to you within four to eight weeks of the search being confirmed. For each candidate you receive a cv, a short description, a salary indication and the possible starting date.
What is the difference between a Nanny and a Family Assistant?
A Nanny mainly focuses on the care and development of the children. A Family Assistant focuses more on organising the whole family.
Do you also work outside the Netherlands?
Yes. The Family Assistant works internationally, including in Belgium, and also in places such as Ibiza, Marbella, Dubai and New York.