Hire a Filipino Nanny: Costs, Requirements & Steps

Choosing a nanny is not simply a matter of nationality or price. A family with an infant has different needs from a family with school-aged children, and the skills required vary from one nanny to another. Therefore, when considering hiring a Filipino nanny, families need to understand the recruitment cost, monthly salary, and expected duration. They should then compare candidates' CVs, experience, and skills to determine which candidate best suits their children's ages and daily routines.

In this guide, we explain the essential information you need before signing a contract, starting with recruitment costs, monthly salary, and duration, and moving on to choosing the right nanny, asking questions that help you assess her experience, completing the recruitment process, and understanding what to consider after her arrival.

Hiring a Filipino Nanny at a Glance

• Recruitment cost: The price for a nanny must be confirmed with the recruitment office. The general recruitment price for a domestic worker should not be treated as a confirmed price for nanny services.

• Monthly salary: The salary must be confirmed based on the specific occupation and available candidate. The general salary for a domestic worker should not automatically be considered the salary for a nanny.

• Recruitment duration: The timeline depends on the availability of a suitable candidate and the completion of the required procedures. It is advisable to confirm the expected duration before signing a contract.

• Recruitment process: The process begins by identifying the family's needs and checking whether a suitable nanny is available. The recruitment and contracting procedures are then completed through the Musaned platform in accordance with the applicable requirements.

Can You Hire a Filipino Nanny?

Al-Nujoom Al-Mumayaz Recruitment Office provides services forrecruiting domestic workers from the Philippines. However, the availability of a nanny with suitable childcare experience must be confirmed by checking the candidates' CVs at the time of your request.

We recommend contacting the office to explain your children's ages and the duties required, and to check whether any available candidates have experience that matches your family's needs before signing a contract.

Having CVs for Filipino domestic workers in general does not necessarily mean that a candidate with suitable childcare experience is available. Therefore, the candidate's occupation, experience, and agreed responsibilities must be reviewed before proceeding with a selection.

What Is the Difference Between a Nanny and a Domestic Worker?

A nanny's responsibilities differ from those of a domestic worker. A nanny focuses on caring for children and meeting their daily needs according to their ages, whereas a domestic worker's responsibilities relate to the household duties agreed upon in the contract.

Therefore, experience in household work does not necessarily indicate specialized experience in childcare.

Before signing a contract, clearly identify the duties you need help with, such as caring for infants, supervising children during playtime, or helping organize their daily routines.

Then verify the candidate's actual experience in these areas and ensure that the occupation and agreed responsibilities are consistent with the contract. This helps establish clear expectations from the beginning.

For more information, read our guide explainingthe difference between a maid and a nanny, including their responsibilities and the skills required for each role.

How Does the Recruitment Process Begin?

The process begins by identifying the family's needs and selecting a suitable candidate based on the available CVs. The recruitment procedures are then completed through the Musaned platform in accordance with the applicable requirements.

At Al-Nujoom Al-Mumayaz, we explain that starting an application requires a valid recruitment visa through Musaned. Families may also review available CVs and complete the required customer information, contract, and payment procedures in accordance with the applicable process.

However, nationality should not be the sole criterion when choosing a nanny. The most important consideration is whether her experience and skills match your children's needs.

To understand the relevant requirements, read our guide to theconditions for recruiting a nanny in Saudi Arabia.

How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Filipino Nanny?

The total cost depends on the approved recruitment price for the required occupation, any additional fees associated with the application, and the monthly salary agreed upon in the contract.

Therefore, families should first confirm the availability of a candidate with suitable childcare experience and then obtain a detailed breakdown of the costs before signing a contract.

Recruitment and Contracting Fees

Nanny's Monthly Salary

The monthly salary is an ongoing expense and is separate from recruitment and contracting fees. Its amount must be confirmed according to the occupation and the contract for the available nanny before calculating the total cost of the service.

You can also review our guide todomestic worker recruitment prices to understand the general cost components and factors affecting recruitment expenses. Keep in mind that general domestic worker prices may not apply to nanny recruitment.

How Long Does It Take to Hire a Nanny from the Philippines?

The recruitment duration depends on the application procedures, the availability of a suitable candidate, and the completion of the required requirements.

We therefore recommend contacting Al-Nujoom Al-Mumayaz Recruitment Office to confirm the expected timeline before signing a contract and to clarify when the recruitment period begins, in accordance with the contract terms.

For more information on the factors that influence arrival times, read our guide todomestic worker recruitment duration in Saudi Arabia.

How to Choose the Right Filipino Nanny

Choosing the right nanny starts with your children's needs, not just the information in a CV. Begin by asking yourself: What exactly do I need the nanny to help with?

Choose Experience Based on Your Children's Ages

These are not rigid rules for selecting a nanny. Rather, they help you identify the type of experience to focus on when comparing candidates' CVs.

Review Previous Experience Carefully

The word experience in a CV is not enough. Look for details that help you understand the nature of the candidate's previous work:

• Has she cared for children before?

• What were the children's ages?

• How long did the experience last?

• What responsibilities did she have?

• Was childcare a primary responsibility or an additional task?

The clearer the information, the easier it becomes to compare candidates objectively.

Our guide todomestic worker CVs explains the key details you should review before choosing a candidate.

Pay Attention to Communication Skills

Communication is an important part of childcare, especially when the family needs to explain a child's routine, meal and sleep schedules, and daily responsibilities.

Before signing a contract, ask about the candidate's language and communication skills. Assess her ability to understand basic instructions and communicate with family members.

6 Important Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Nanny

Before deciding to hire a nanny from the Philippines, use the following questions to assess whether the candidate is suitable for your family:

1. What is your previous experience in childcare? Ask for examples of her responsibilities and the ages of the children she has cared for.

2. How do you handle a child's crying or tantrums? This helps you understand how the candidate calms children and responds to their emotions.

3. What would you do in an emergency while caring for a child? Ask her to explain the steps she would take and when she would seek help from the parents.

4. How would you organize a child's day? Ask how she would arrange playtime, rest, and meals according to the family's instructions.

5. Tell me about a difficult situation you faced while caring for a child and how you handled it. This question helps you understand how she responds to real-life situations.

6. How would you update the parents about the child's day? Ask how she would communicate observations about the child's behavior, needs, and anything unusual.

Do not rely on the answers alone. Compare them with the experience documented in the CV, and explain the expected responsibilities clearly before making your decision.

What Are the Steps for Hiring a Filipino Nanny?

Once you have identified your family's needs, you can organize the recruitment process into five clear steps:

1. Identify your children's needs: Write down the children's ages and number, the tasks you need help with, and the experience required from the nanny.

2. Review CVs and select a suitable candidate: Compare the available candidates based on their experience, skills, and suitability for your children's needs. Request the available information about each candidate before signing a contract.

3. Obtain the appropriate recruitment visa: Complete the procedures for issuing a domestic worker recruitment visa through Musaned, in accordance with the requirements applicable to the applicant's circumstances.

4. Review the contract and complete the Musaned procedures: Ensure that the occupation, cost, and agreed terms are clearly stated. Then complete the contracting procedures, approve the contract, and pay the required fees through the platform.

5. Track the application until arrival: Follow the recruitment application and the remaining procedures through to arrival, using the follow-up and support services provided by Al-Nujoom Al-Mumayaz, where available.

If you are preparing to apply for a visa, you can review our guide toobtaining a Filipino domestic worker visa. Make sure the occupation selected for your application is appropriate for the nanny's role.

What Documents and Requirements Does the Family Need?

The documents required to recruit a domestic worker vary according to the applicant's circumstances and the type of service. Therefore, review the requirements displayed on the Musaned platform before submitting an application.

The requirements to check may include:

• Identity documents required for the applicant's specific circumstances.

• Documents proving eligibility and financial capacity, in accordance with the requirements applicable to the customer.

• A valid, issued recruitment visa when proceeding to contracting procedures that require one.

Check the list of documents required for your circumstances through Musaned, as the documents may vary according to the applicant's category and the procedure being completed.

What Should You Do After the Nanny Arrives?

Successful recruitment does not end when the nanny arrives at your home. Completing the required procedures, clarifying responsibilities, and monitoring the adjustment period help organize daily work and establish a clear relationship between the nanny and the family.

Complete the Required Procedures After Arrival

Make sure the required official procedures are completed, including the medical examination and residency permit procedures, in accordance with the requirements applicable to the application.

Check with the relevant authorities regarding the necessary deadlines and requirements, and keep the documents related to the completion of these procedures.

Explain the Children's Routines and Required Duties

Explain the children's sleeping and meal schedules, daily activities, and instructions relating to their needs and safety.

Clearly define the nanny's duties and responsibilities, and give her time to understand the household's routines and gradually become familiar with the children.

Monitor How the Nanny Adjusts to the Children

During the initial period, set aside a short amount of time each day to review how things are going with the nanny and discuss any observations concerning her interactions with the children or performance of the agreed duties.

Explain any issues that need to be addressed, and contact the recruitment office when a problem requires support, in accordance with the services available.

5 Questions to Ask a Recruitment Office Before Signing a Contract

When choosing a recruitment office to hire a Filipino nanny, do not focus on the price alone. Ask the following questions to ensure that the procedures and services are clear:

1. Is the recruitment office licensed and authorized? How can I verify its license through Musaned?

2. What is the total recruitment cost? What additional fees are charged separately from the contract cost?

3. How can I track my recruitment application? What communication channels are available for checking its status until the worker arrives?

4. What guarantee does the office provide? What conditions and circumstances are covered by the guarantee?

5. What post-contract services are available? Does the office provide support when a problem arises after the worker arrives?

How Can Al-Nujoom Al-Mumayaz Help You Choose a Nanny?

When looking for a Filipino nanny, families need clear information about available candidates and how their experience matches their children's needs.

You can contact ourrecruitment office in Tabuk to ask about available options and verify the following details before signing a contract:

• Available experience: Review the information and experience documented in the CVs of available candidates.

• Suitability for your children's needs: Explain your children's ages and the tasks you need help with so that you can identify candidates whose experience matches those needs.

• Learning about a candidate before making a choice: Ask whether an introductory video or video interview is available, depending on the services offered for each candidate.

• Recruitment application follow-up: Ask how to track the application and which communication channels are available until the nanny arrives.

Contact the office to ask about the availability of a nanny with suitable experience and to learn about the service details and contract terms before making a decision.

Can You Pay for Nanny Recruitment in Installments Through Tamara?

To ask whether the cost of hiring a Filipino nanny can be paid in installments through Tamara, contact Al-Nujoom Al-Mumayaz Recruitment Office to verify whether the service is available for your application and to confirm the applicable terms.

Installment eligibility and payment conditions depend on the terms Tamara applies to the customer and transaction.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Filipino Nanny?

The recruitment price must be confirmed according to the required occupation, the experience needed, and the availability of suitable candidates through Al-Nujoom Al-Mumayaz. Review any additional fees before signing a contract.

What Is the Monthly Salary of a Filipino Nanny?

The nanny's monthly salary is determined according to the occupation and the agreed contract. It is therefore advisable to confirm the salary for the available candidate before calculating the total cost.

How Long Does Nanny Recruitment Take?

The duration of recruiting a nanny from the Philippines depends on the availability of a suitable candidate and the completion of the application procedures.

How Can I Choose a Nanny Who Is Suitable for My Children's Ages?

Focus on the candidate's previous experience with the same age group, the tasks she performed, her communication skills, and her ability to follow the child's routine.

How Can I Learn More About a Nanny Before Signing a Contract?

Review the candidate's CV to learn about her experience and the information available.

You can also ask the recruitment office whether an introductory video or another communication method is available before making your choice, depending on the services offered.

Can I Have a Video Interview with a Nanny Before Choosing Her?

The availability of a direct video interview depends on the services offered by the recruitment office at the time of the request.

Contact Al-Nujoom Al-Mumayaz to ask whether this option is available and to confirm the communication methods offered before completing the contract.

What Should I Do If the Nanny Is Not Suitable After Arrival?

Review the contract terms and the office's policies regarding post-arrival support, guarantees, or replacement before signing the contract.

Rights and procedures vary according to the agreement and the circumstances, so they should be clearly documented.

Is a Filipino Nanny Currently Available?

The availability of a suitable Filipino nanny depends on the candidates listed at the time of your request and whether their experience and occupation match your family's needs. Contact Al-Nujoom Al-Mumayaz to confirm current availability before signing a contract.

Start Exploring Your Options for Your Children's Care

Share your children's ages, the number of children, and the tasks you need help with when contacting Al-Nujoom Al-Mumayaz Recruitment Office.

This will help you inquire about suitable candidates and whether their experience matches your family's needs.

You can contact us throughWhatsApp to review available information. Confirm the service details, cost, and expected duration before signing a contract.