❄️ Winter Nanny Jobs 2026/27 | St Anton, Ischgl, Lech (Austria)
Looking for more than just a seasonal nanny job?
Join Merinannies, the Alps' longest-established private nanny agency, providing outstanding childcare services since 2003.
For over 23 years, we have been placing exceptional nannies with international families in some of Europe's most prestigious ski resorts. We don't just offer winter jobs - we offer exciting, year-round opportunities, professional support, and the chance to build a long-term career with one of the industry's most trusted agencies.
After spending the winter in the Alps, many of our nannies continue working with us in Greece, the Greek Islands, Cyprus, and as travel or yacht nannies throughout the summer.
If you are passionate about childcare, love adventure, and enjoy meeting families from around the world, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Choose Merinannies?
✔ Established in 2003 with over 23 years of experience
✔ The longest-established private nanny agency operating across the Alps
✔ Work with wonderful international families from around the world
✔ Opportunity to continue into summer nanny positions in Greece, Cyprus and luxury travel destinations
✔ Friendly, supportive team available throughout the season
✔ Flexible freelance positions with excellent earning potential
✔ Build long-term relationships with returning families and become part of the Merinannies team year after year
Winter Resorts
We are recruiting nannies this winter 2026-27 season in:
• St Anton
• Ischgl
• Lech
What You'll Be Doing
Every day is different, but your role may include:
• Caring for children from 3 months to 13 years
• Entertaining children with fun, age-appropriate indoor and outdoor activities
• Taking children sledging, on walks, gondola rides and exploring the resort
• Meeting other Merinannies and children for playdates
• Preparing simple meals, snacks and bottles
• Collecting children from ski school or kindergarten
• Bath time and bedtime routines when required
• Communicating with parents and planning activities around the family's schedule
• Evening babysitting when requested
Who We're Looking For
We are looking for professional, experienced nannies who are warm, reliable, energetic and confident working independently.
The ideal candidate will have:
✔ Minimum 3 years' professional childcare experience
✔ Experience working independently without supervision
✔ Fluent English (additional languages are an advantage)
✔ Criminal record check
✔ Checkable references
✔ First Aid Certificate (preferred)
✔ A positive, flexible and proactive attitude
✔ Confidence caring for babies and children of different ages
✔ A genuine passion for creating fun, safe and memorable experiences for children
Requirements
Applicants must be:
• 23 years of age or older
• Hold an EU passport or have the legal right to work in France and Austria as a freelance nanny
• Available between December 2026 and April 2027
Pay & Benefits
• Competitive hourly rates from €20–€30 per hour (depending on qualifications, experience and resort)
• Flexible freelance working (full and part time positions available)
• Manage your own availability
• Live and work in some of Europe's most beautiful ski resorts
• Ongoing support from our experienced office team
• Opportunity to continue into summer placements across Greece, Cyprus and other luxury destinations
• Become part of a friendly, professional nanny community
Why Our Nannies Return Every Year
Many of our nannies come back season after season because they enjoy the flexibility, support and variety of working with Merinannies.
One season could see you spending your winter in the Austrian Alps before following the sun to a luxury villa in Mykonos, a family holiday in Crete, a yacht in the Greek Islands or a travel nanny position across Europe.
Very few agencies can offer genuine year-round opportunities like this.
Apply Now
Winter 2026/27 recruitment is now open, and positions fill early.
If you're looking for a rewarding childcare career combined with travel, adventure and unforgettable experiences, we'd love to welcome you to the Merinannies team.
Email your CV to: info@merinannies.com
Website: www.merinannies.com
Providing outstanding childcare services in the Alps since 2003.
