How to Unlock Hidden Nanny Jobs in Canada: The “Secret” Path from Babysitting to Full-Time Roles

If you’ve ever wondered whether the best nanny jobs in Canada are advertised publicly, the short answer is: not always.

Some of the most rewarding, best-paying permanent nanny roles never make it to a job board at all. Why? Because they’re already spoken for by nannies who first met families through occasional babysitting with Nannies on Call.

Keep reading to learn how it works, and how you can access these “secret” opportunities yourself.


Why Some Nanny Jobs Are Never Posted

Families often first connect with us at Nannies on Call because they need occasional or short-term help:

  • backup childcare when school is closed,

  • coverage for a parent’s work meeting, or

  • a trusted sitter for a date night

But life changes. A family that needed just a few evenings of babysitting may suddenly need steady, long-term childcare. At that point, many families reach out to our sister company, The Nanny Solution, to explore hiring a permanent nanny. And more often than not, their first question is:

“Can we hire the nanny our children already know and love?”

When you’ve already worked with a family through Nannies on Call, you’re first in line for these permanent roles, without ever having to compete with dozens of applicants.


Why Families Choose Their Occasional Nanny for Permanent Roles

Families are most comfortable hiring a nanny they already:

  • Trust to be reliable and professional

  • See as part of the family after repeated positive experiences

  • Know their children adore

These positions often come with more than just steady hours. Families may offer:

  • Top pay rates

  • Paid vacation or holidays

  • Health benefits

  • Professional respect and recognition

  • Long-term stability

In other words, occasional babysitting can be the first step toward a permanent role that’s both financially rewarding and emotionally fulfilling.


Every Booking Is an Opportunity

The truth is, the best nannies rarely have to “job hunt” in the traditional sense. They create opportunities by:

  • showing up prepared

  • being reliable

  • building strong relationships with families, and

  • giving their best at every single appointment

When you work with Nannies on Call, every babysitting shift can double as an informal audition for something bigger. Families notice your effort, and sometimes, it leads to your next dream job.


How to Access These Hidden Opportunities

If you’d love to position yourself for these secret jobs, here’s where to start:

  1. Apply as an occasional nanny with Nannies on Call.
    You’ll gain access to babysitting appointments with families across Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, and Ottawa, and every family you meet could open a new door.

  2. Stay connected with The Nanny Solution.
    If a family you’ve worked with is looking for permanent help, The Nanny Solution can guide you through the process of securing the role.


Ready to Get Started?

Become an occasional nanny with Nannies on Call. Apply today at nanniesoncall.com.

Looking for a permanent nanny position? Explore opportunities at The Nanny Solution.

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