Nanny jobs in Munich typically pay €13–€22 an hour (about €2,250–€3,800 a month full time). Live-in positions are common, with a usual schedule of 45–55 hours a week. Employers ask for two or more years of childcare experience and an identity check. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in Munich.
- Typical pay
- €13–€22
- per hour
- Full-time monthly
- €2,250–€3,800
- about 40 hours a week
- Live-in
- Common
- accommodation provided
- Schedule
- 45–55 hours a week
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Open nanny positions in Munich
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Register as a NannyAbout nanny jobs in Munich
Nanny jobs in Munich are household positions: a nanny provides regular one-to-one childcare in the family home and supports each child’s routine and development. Families hiring in Munich range from young professionals in the city centre to established households across Munich Metropolitan Region.
Munich is known for automotive engineering, insurance, semiconductors, and aerospace, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as BMW, Siemens, Allianz, Infineon, Google Munich, and Airbus Defence. Munich has the highest concentration of DAX-listed corporate headquarters in Germany and the country's lowest unemployment rate among major cities.
Main duties
- Care for babies, toddlers or school-age children
- Plan play, learning and outdoor time
- Prepare children’s meals
- Manage school runs and activities
- Keep a daily log for parents
Nanny pay in Munich
Household incomes in Munich are shaped by an average local salary of around €68,000, which is why nanny pay here sits above the Germany average. Pay rises with experience, references, live-in flexibility and extra duties such as driving or cooking.
Indicative ranges for 2026 based on local salary levels and published household pay; individual offers vary.
A day as a nanny
- 7:30Breakfast & school run
- 9:30Play & learning
- 12:00Lunch & nap
- 15:00Pick-up & homework
- 18:00Dinner, bath & handover
Why work in Munich?
The local job market is growing at 3.6% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to Munich.
Munich is often described as “Germany's Engineering and Insurance Powerhouse”, and its households expect a professional standard of service.
Requirements
What families ask for
- Two or more years of childcare experience
- Paediatric first aid
- Background check for work with children
- Childcare references
Working in Germany
- Right to work in Germany: Workers from outside the EU need a residence title that allows employment; EU citizens can work freely.
- Checks: employers usually ask for an identity check, references and, for work with children, an extended certificate of good conduct (erweitertes Führungszeugnis).
- Minimum pay: wages must meet the statutory minimum wage (Mindestlohn).
- Contract: A written contract (Arbeitsvertrag) or written record of the essential working conditions is required.
Live-in or live-out?
Live-in nanny roles in Munich normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package. Live-out roles pay the full hourly rate, and families often add travel costs for early starts.
How to get hired
- Register
Create your profile with your nanny experience, availability and references.
- Verification
Complete Germany right-to-work and background checks.
- Interview & trial
Meet the family and work a short, paid trial day.
- Contract & start
Agree pay, hours and leave in writing before you start.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nanny earn in Munich?
Nanny jobs in Munich typically pay €13–€22 an hour (about €2,250–€3,800 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.
Are there live-in nanny jobs in Munich?
Live-in positions are common. Live-in nanny roles in Munich normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package.
What do I need to work as a nanny in Germany?
Employers ask for two or more years of childcare experience, paediatric first aid and an identity check. You must also have the right to work in Germany.
What does a nanny do day to day?
A nanny provides regular one-to-one childcare in the family home and supports each child’s routine and development. Typical duties include care for babies, toddlers or school-age children, plan play, learning and outdoor time, prepare children’s meals.
How do I apply for nanny jobs in Munich on AvailJob?
Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in Munich hires for this role, you are matched and contacted.
What hours does a nanny work?
A typical schedule is 45–55 hours a week. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.