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Top 10 Ways to Improve Your Nanny or Tutor CV Right Now
Aug 01, 2022
How do I write a CV for a good job in nannying, childcare or education? That's a question which is often asked of us here at JIC. So, counting down in order of importance, here are our top 10 ways you can improve your CV immediately and help you secure a top nanny, governor or governess job . Let’s get started!   Keep your personal and contact information updated and thorough So whether you believe...
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Signing a Nanny Contract? What you Need to Consider!
Jul 22, 2022
Signing a governess, governor, or nanny contract can be overwhelming. We have some tips to help you out! After you have prepared for, and aced your nanny or governess interview , next is the contract offer. Governess or nanny contract examples are long, packed with information, and may include complex legal terminology or terms you may be unfamiliar with. Sadly, a nanny work agreement is a necessary evil. You don’t want to make any...
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How Do I Prepare for my Nanny Job Interview?
May 06, 2022
If you are preparing for your nanny interview it's normal to feel a little stressed Don't worry, we have some tips to help you put your best foot forward. A childcare job  interview will be unlike ones for roles in other industries, and on top of that, you've got a whole family to impress! Luckily we've done the research and put together some information to help you prepare for your next nanny, governess or...
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Top Tips for your Nanny Job Interview!
Apr 13, 2022
Your nanny job interview is make or break; it is what will get you the job or not! And yet candidates everywhere continue to make the same errors! So go ahead and read JIC's Top 12 mistakes you MUST avoid in your interview, and then go and get that governess or nanny job! 1. Not dressing appropriately When interviewing with an agency or a potential employer, it is generally a good idea to imagine you’re on...
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Ten Tips for Starting a New Governor or Governess Job
Feb 08, 2022
Popular worldwide, governor and governess jobs tend to be focused on the education, behaviour, and general upbringing of the charge(s). However, a new  governess job  or international governor position can come in many shapes and sizes. Here are some solid tips to keep things moving along through your trial week and beyond.   1.Be smiley and positive A simple tip to start, but this really is essential. No...
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The Ultimate Guide: How to Get the Best VIP Childcare Job!
Aug 26, 2020
At Jobs in Childcare, we aim to specialise in high paid nanny jobs , VIP childcare jobs - positions working as nannies, governors, governesses or high level tutors across the globe. This post will discuss numerous facets of the childcare and VIP nannying industry and, for those interested in working with children, will address all of the questions that we are most commonly presented with. So without further ado and beginning at...
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5 Things to Consider Working as a Rota Nanny!
Aug 20, 2020
What is a rota nanny and what do they do? In the childcare industry, the position of a travel or rota nanny is highly coveted. This is because, in these particular nanny jobs , it can mean working with a high net worth family who are able to give you opportunities and tons of financial rewards. Families with very demanding lifestyles often choose rota nannies to provide seamless support and cover for 24...
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Make £1500+ per week in a VIP Nanny/ Governess Job
Jul 09, 2020
No, that’s not a typo. Have you ever wondered - How much money can you make being a nanny? Not all childcare jobs are created equal! The best jobs in nannying, childcare and governess work now pay up to £1500 (approx $2000) per WEEK. Yes, the Jobs In Childcare website often features nanny jobs with salaries of £1000 up to £1500/ week - and sometimes more - from a variety of agencies, as families...
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Top Tips from Childcare Agency Experts!
Jun 24, 2020
Finding the right nanny job  of interest to you can be a challenging task. We wanted to give you some expert tips on your nanny job search.  We spoke to our valued nanny recruitment experts from successful nanny and governess placement agencies and compiled these Top 10 expert tips on job hunting.  Read on to discover what the nanny and governess agencies suggest doing when you see nanny required job vacancies in...
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Working as a British Governor in Moscow
Mar 29, 2020
Working a governor job? This seems to be one of the more interesting expat jobs in Moscow! Well, around a year ago, I moved to Russia! I had decided to take a position working as a British governor for a VIP private family in Moscow, teaching English to their two young boys. As well as providing structured classroom-based lessons for these students, I do a lot of my teaching for the family through interactive play and...
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Why I Quit Teaching in the UK
Nov 06, 2019
Are you currently working in a school and feeling disillusioned? I have news for you, working a nanny or  governess job  may be a great next step for you. This isn’t a blog post for all. Rather, I want to speak directly to good, passionate teachers around the world who are feeling, for whatever reason, a bit disillusioned with the job and classroom life and are considering leaving the profession, perhaps very soon or...
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Top 5 Reasons to Work in Early Years
Jul 16, 2019
For those of you considering working within the early years sector of childcare, it is a good idea to know what to expect before you take the leap! And for those already working within the area, you may wish to take a moment to remember why it is such a rewarding role. Yes, the hours can be long, and expectations placed on settings from Ofsted can be take up valuable time spent with the kids, but if you see beyond this, it is...
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