How Domestic Staffing Agencies Advocate For Nannies & Household Staff
In this post, we’re highlighting some of the key ways agencies advocate for nannies and other household staff. Our goals are aligned with our candidates’ goals: we seek to make long-term, quality matches between employers and employees, and to offer ongoing support after the match has been made.
1.We have carefully vetted every job for you.
When you visit our job board, you’re reviewing job listings from real families that we’ve already spoken with and who are actively seeking high quality staff. We only work with families who pay legally and fairly – something you can’t always count on when using unmonitored job boards.
2. We educate employers.
We continually share information with our clients on not just labor laws, but general best practices in the home. We help clients understand what each type of role entails (and what it doesn’t.) We share ideas for employee benefits and market rate compensation; we encourage our clients to invest in employee professional development. Our goal is employee longevity; positive long-term matches benefit everyone.
3. We negotiate on your behalf.
We can negotiate salary, benefits, hours, living arrangements, and more; our goal is to make sure the job works for both you and the client in the long-term. We counsel candidates on what’s realistic based on experience and current market rates, and we provide those expectations to clients upfront. This ensures everyone is aligned from the start and avoids awkward financial conversations later.
4. We advise on laws and industry norms.
We can advise on what the employment laws are for your specific area, as well as market trends and industry norms. This is especially useful for candidates that are moving locations, leaving a very long-term job, or transitioning into a new field, and may not know what to expect.
5. We provide feedback and help candidates grow.
Our team offers personalized feedback on your resume, experience, and job search strategy. If you’ve been job-hunting without success, our recruiters can offer honest insights into what might be holding you back—and how to improve.
Click here for our blog post on Common Reasons Candidates Are Not Selected.
6. We present the whole you to employers.
Our team gets to know our candidates – their goals, past experiences, skills, and passions. We are matchmakers and pride ourselves on finding the right fit for the client and the candidate. When we present your profile to a potential employer, we often share more than just your resume – we offer insight into your personality and strengths, plus provide context, if needed, for gaps in your resume or short-term roles.
7. We understand the challenges.
Most of the BAHS team started their careers in the household staffing industry. Our team includes former nannies, Norland nannies, yacht staff, educators, governesses, house managers, and estate managers. These experiences allow our staff to understand the unique challenges that come with each of these roles.
8. We are a community.
We host in-person events on the East and West Coasts on the US (more cities coming soon!) for candidates to meet our team, ask questions, and network with others in their field. We also have a vibrant online community on our TikTok and Instagram; follow us for job announcements, tips, event info, giveaways, and more.
9. We provide support and resources during the entire process, including if something goes wrong.
We support you at every step. From resume templates and interview tips to networking opportunities and contract/offer letter guidance, we offer the resources you need for a successful job search. Once placed in a role, we are still here for you; we encourage candidates to reach out if they need advice for dealing with tricky workplace conversations or situations. In the event that a role ends, we can help navigate the transition, as well as assist you in finding a new role as soon as possible.
10. We never charge candidates for our services
All of our services are always 100% free for candidates.
More Candidate Resources
Blog Posts
Top Tips for Preparing For An Interview
What Should Be Included in my Contract?
Tips for Success During the Trial Phase
Commons Reasons Candidates Are Not Selected
Top Tips To Optimize Your Online Presence for Future Employers
Resume Guidelines
Resume Samples
(when customizing the resume templates, you can edit the files in Word or in Canva):
General Resume Template: Word doc or Canva link
Sample Nanny Resume: Word doc or Canva link
Sample NCS Resume: Word doc or Canva link
Sample Housekeeper Resume: Word doc or Canva link
Sample Chef Resume: Word doc or Canva link
Sample Caregiver Resume: Word doc or Canva link
Sample Executive Resume: Word doc or Canva link
For those interested in applying, you can sort through our job board by keyword, category, position type and/or location. Select the job you’re interested in and apply through that page. Note: Your resume will still be considered for other positions that we have. Contact us if you have any questions.