Candidate Application

One professional application for nannies, governesses, neonatal and paediatric nurses, housekeepers, household managers, family assistants, wardrobe managers, private chefs and other private household staff. Estimated completion time: 8–12 minutes. If a question does not apply, please mark N/A.

01. Personal and Contact Details

Full nameAs shown on your identity document

City and countryCurrent place of residence; your full address will be requested at a later stage

Mobile numberCountry code and number; WhatsApp / Viber, if used

Email addressAn address you check regularly

Citizenship / right to workCitizenship and the countries in which you have the right to work

NationalitySerbian / otherSerbianOther

Preferred interview languageSerbian / EnglishSerbianEnglish

How did you hear about Kolibri Babysitting?Referral / School for Nannies / Google / social media / otherReferralSchool for NanniesGoogleSocial mediaOther

Which field are you applying for?ChildcarePrivate householdBoth fields

Position or positionsPlease select only roles for which you have verifiable experience or a relevant professional background.Rota NannyLive-in NannyGovernessPaediatric and Neonatal Care SpecialistBirth and Postnatal SupportMultiple Birth SpecialistTravel NannyChild Travel and Security SpecialistHousehold ManagerExecutive HousekeeperFamily AssistantWardrobe ManagerPrivate Chef

02. Availability and Engagement Requirements

Working arrangementLive-inRotaFull-timeTemporary / project-based engagementNight workTravelDomestic relocationInternational relocation

Earliest start dateDate and notice period with your current employer

Minimum durationThe shortest engagement you would accept

LocationsCities / countries in which you are able to work

AvailabilityDays, shifts, rotations and restrictions

TravelFrequency and duration you would accept

RelocationYour conditions for relocating

Expected remunerationNet / gross, currency

03. Education, Licences and Training

Highest level of educationInstitution, subject, city/country and year completed

Professional qualificationsLicences, professional titles and registrations

Relevant trainingNewborn care, first aid, Montessori, housekeeping, certified nanny, etc.

First aid / CPRProvider, issue date and expiry date

Driving licenceCategory, active driver and experience driving in other countries

Passport / visasValid passport and relevant visas

Documents you can providePlease do not send sensitive identity documents at this stage. Kolibri Babysitting will advise when and how they should be submitted.CVDiplomas / official recordsCertificatesDriving licencePassportCriminal record certificate, where legally and procedurally requiredRecommendations / references

04. Professional Experience

Please provide at least your two most recent or most relevant engagements. Do not include children’s names or unnecessary private information about the family.

Engagement 1

Employer / settingPrivate family / hotel / residence / other

Position and datesRole, start and end month/year

Scope of responsibilityAge/number of children or type/size of household; team and principal duties

Reason for leavingBrief and factual

ReferenceName and position of contact; details supplied with their consent

Engagement 2

Employer / settingPrivate family / hotel / residence / other

Position and datesRole, start and end month/year

Scope of responsibilityAge/number of children or type/size of household; team and principal duties

Reason for leavingBrief and factual

ReferenceName and position of contact; details supplied with their consent

Engagement 3

Employer / settingPrivate family / hotel / residence / other

Position and datesRole, start and end month/year

Scope of responsibilityAge/number of children or type/size of household; team and principal duties

Reason for leavingBrief and factual

ReferenceName and position of contact; details supplied with their consent

05. Childcare Competencies

For childcare candidates. Please select only duties you can carry out independently and safely.

Age groups and settingsNewborn 0–3 monthsBaby 3–12 monthsToddler 1–3 yearsPre-school child 3–6 yearsSchool-age child 6–12 yearsGifted childrenTwins / multiplesChildren with additional needs24/7 / rota settingTravel Nanny 12/24

Practical skillsInfant feedingSterilising equipmentHygiene, personal care and nappy changingBathing childrenSafe sleep practicesIntroducing solid foodsPreparing balanced meals for childrenToilet trainingSupporting motor and cognitive developmentSleep trainingChildren’s wardrobe care, sorting and organisationPreparing weekly reportsMaintaining and organising children’s rooms and toysSleep / meal / medication records

Age group in which you are most competent and supporting evidenceState the age group, length of experience, level of autonomy and a specific example.

How do you plan a working day?Routine, developmental needs, rest, family rules and reporting.

06. Household Competencies

For private household candidates. Please select only skills you can demonstrate through experience or training.

Operational skillsLuxury housekeepingLaundry / ironing / textile careWardrobe careCare of luxury items, jewellery and accessoriesInventory and procurementBudget and expense managementSupplier coordinationStaff scheduling and supervisionStandards and SOPsFood preparation / serviceEvent supportFamily travel / lifestyle coordinationDigital calendars and record-keepingWork across multiple residences

The most demanding responsibility you have managed independentlyHousehold scope, team size, standards, decisions and a measurable result.

How do you maintain standards without constant supervision?Planning, quality control, record-keeping, priorities and discreet communication.

07. Languages and Additional Skills

Native languagePlease specify

Other languagesFor each: speaking / listening / reading / writing and an accurate level

Digital skillsEmail, calendars, documents, records, applications and online communication

Additional skillsSwimming, sport, music, art, cooking, educational support, etc.

08. Safety and Professional Judgement

Please answer briefly, in the order in which you would genuinely act. Your judgement, boundaries and communication matter more than technical phrases.

You identify an immediate risk to a child, a family member or the residence. What do you do first?Distinguish between your immediate response, notification, documentation and follow-up action.

You receive two conflicting instructions from members of the family.How do you prevent conflict, remain professionally neutral and seek clarity about who has decision-making authority?

You are asked to perform a task that is unsafe, unlawful or beyond your professional competence.How do you respond and what do you document?

You notice a camera or recording device of which you were not informed.How do you proceed without escalating the situation in front of a child or guests?

09. Professional Boundaries, Integrity and Working Style

Confidentiality in a private householdHow do you handle photographs, schedules, locations, documents, guests and information about the family?

Feedback and mistakesDescribe a time when you received criticism or made a mistake: what did you do immediately and what did you change?

Working under pressureHow do you prioritise when several urgent requests arise at the same time?

Three professional strengthsProvide one example from your experience for each.

Development areaWhat do you not yet know well enough, and how are you improving it?

Why do you want to work in a high-standard private service?Your motivation, realistic expectations and what you would find most demanding.

10. Vetting and Supporting Documentation

At the agreed stage of the selection process, I am willing to undergo:Identity verificationVerification of education and certificatesVerification of professional referencesReview of publicly available social mediaInterview and psychological assessment by the professional teamAssessment of professional competenciesAdditional security screening where lawful and relevant, including polygraph examination and blood tests for drugsProvision of medical documentation only where lawful, proportionate and necessary for the specific role

Is there any circumstance that may affect your availability or the type of engagement you can accept?Please provide only facts relevant to work, travel, scheduling or the safe performance of duties.

Additional note or question for the Kolibri teamAnything we have not asked that is important to an accurate assessment of your profile.

11. Declarations and Consent

I confirm that the information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.

I consent to Kolibri Babysitting processing the information I provide in order to respond to my application, assess suitability, conduct selection and arrange an engagement, in accordance with the Privacy Policy.

I understand that special category data and supporting documents will be shared only to the extent necessary for the specific purpose and where an appropriate lawful basis applies.

I authorise verification of the stated education, certificates and professional references at the agreed stage of the selection process.

I understand that submitting this application does not constitute an offer or guarantee of employment or engagement.

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