Location: Caribbean or Alps (destination to be confirmed)
Dates: 15 December 2026 – 3 January 2027
Position: Travel Maternity Nurse / Newborn Care Specialist
Baby: One baby, aged 4 months
Accommodation: Shared bedroom with the baby
Salary: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience
Potential: Opportunity to develop into a permanent rota position
The Opportunity
Burlington Nannies is delighted to be assisting a warm, welcoming and down-to-earth family in their search for a highly experienced Travel Maternity Nurse to accompany them on their Christmas and New Year holiday.
Travelling either to the Caribbean or the Alps, the family are seeking a knowledgeable, nurturing and adaptable professional to provide dedicated care for their four-month-old baby throughout the festive period.
This is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced maternity professional who enjoys travelling, understands the importance of maintaining a baby's routine in different environments and takes genuine pride in providing attentive, individualised care.
The family are approachable, considerate and respectful of their household staff. They are looking for someone who will feel comfortable working alongside them while maintaining a discreet and professional approach.
The Role
The successful candidate will take responsibility for the baby's daily care, providing a calm, consistent and reassuring presence throughout the placement.
Responsibilities will include:
Providing attentive, nurturing and developmentally appropriate care for the four-month-old baby.
Establishing continuity with the baby's existing feeding and sleeping routines.
Supporting age-appropriate developmental activities, sensory stimulation and interaction.
Monitoring the baby's general wellbeing and communicating any concerns to the parents.
Managing all aspects of daily baby care, including bathing, dressing, changing and settling.
Preparing feeds, cleaning and sterilising bottles and maintaining feeding equipment.
Keeping the baby's sleeping area, clothing and personal belongings clean and organised.
Supporting healthy sleep habits and providing overnight care as required.
Maintaining clear, respectful communication with the parents.
Adapting confidently to travel arrangements, changing environments and the family's daily schedule.
Ensuring the baby's comfort, safety and wellbeing remain the priority throughout the trip.
The Ideal Candidate
The family are seeking a highly experienced Maternity Nurse who combines excellent professional knowledge with a naturally calm, nurturing and intuitive approach.
The successful candidate will ideally demonstrate:
Extensive professional experience in maternity nursing or specialist newborn and infant care.
Excellent knowledge of infant feeding, sleep routines, developmental milestones and safe sleep practices.
Confidence providing independent care for a four-month-old baby, including overnight support.
Previous experience accompanying families on international travel.
A calm, patient, reassuring and adaptable personality.
Excellent organisational and communication skills.
A proactive approach, with the ability to anticipate the baby's needs.
Professional discretion and respect for family privacy.
Flexibility to work throughout the Christmas and New Year period.
Willingness to share a bedroom with the baby for the duration of the placement.
Appropriate travel documentation for the confirmed destination.
Potential Permanent Opportunity
Although initially a short-term festive placement, there is the possibility of the role developing into a permanent rota position for the right candidate.
Candidates wishing to be considered for the potential permanent role must hold a valid EU passport.
Further information regarding the long-term opportunity will be discussed with suitable candidates.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Maternity Nurse seeking a rewarding travel placement with a welcoming and appreciative family, Burlington Nannies would be delighted to hear from you.
Please submit:
Your updated CV outlining relevant maternity and infant care experience.
Your proposed daily rate.
Confirmation of your availability for the full period, 15 December 2026 to 3 January 2027.
Details of your passport and relevant travel eligibility.
Confirmation of whether you would also be interested in the potential permanent rota position.
