Job descriptionFamily Assistant Job Description Hours: 20 hours/week (Mon–Fri, 1:00–5:00 PM) Location: Guelph Hours: 20 hours/week (Mon–Fri, 1:00–5:00 PM) Compensation: ($20-25/hr based on experience) About the Role: We are looking for a reliable, organized Family Assistant to support the smooth daily operation of our busy household with two children ages 2 and 4. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys helping a busy family create structure, reduce stress, and maintain a well-run home. The focus is on afternoon support, home organization, light cleaning, meal prep, and school pickup for our 4 yo. This is not a heavy housekeeping role or full childcare role — it’s a hybrid position focused on family logistics, home upkeep, and simplifying daily routines. Key Responsibilities: Home Organization & Light Housekeeping * Daily “house reset” of main living areas (tidying, counters, dishes, entryways) * Light cleaning (sweeping, wiping surfaces, managing kitchen cleanliness) * Laundry support (wash, dry, fold; ensure clothes are put away correctly) * Maintain household supplies and notify/ order when items need restocking Meal & Food Preparation * Prepping ingredients for weeknight dinners (chopping, marinating, assembling, roasting) * Light cooking as needed (simple meals, slow-cooker prep, children’s snacks) * Organizing fridge and pantry; maintaining food inventory Child-Related Tasks * School pickup of 4 year old at local school (1 km walk) * Afternoon transition support: snacks, prep activities & light supervision, organizing school items * Resetting items for the next school day (backpacks, lunch containers, clothing What We’re Looking For * Highly reliable, punctual, and self-directed * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail * Warm, steady presence with children * Confident in the kitchen (basic cooking prep) * Ability to manage multiple tasks without supervision * Experience in similar roles (family assistant, nanny, house manager, etc.) is an asset Ideal Candidate Attributes * You enjoy creating order and reducing stress for others * You take pride in keeping a home running smoothly * You’re proactive — you see what needs doing without being asked * You’re comfortable balancing structure with flexibility * You’re trustworthy and respectful of family privacy Pros of the Role * Stable, predictable daytime hours, with the option to increase hours when needed * A supportive family environment * Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in daily life * Long-term role potential (3 years) Please visit https://canadiannanny.ca/jobs/family-assistant-needed-in-guelph-ontario-earn-25-hourly-to-care-for-a-loving-canadian-nanny-job-on to view full details and to apply. FREE REGISTRATION and lots of jobs to choose from!