Maa Nest is a Bengaluru-based care platform that connects families with verified caregivers for professional care at home.We are building a network of educated, experienced and trustworthy care professionals who can provide families with safe, attentive and meaningful care through the Maa Nest app.CARE SERVICE YOU ARE APPLYING FORPlease select the service you are interested in:Child CareElder CareBoth Child Care & Elder CareABOUT THE ROLEAs a Maa Nest Caregiver, you will provide professional, responsible and compassionate care to families through the Maa Nest app.Depending on your qualifications, training and experience, you may provide childcare for children aged 0-11 years or elder care for adults, particularly older adults and people recovering after illness or hospitalisation.You will work in clients' homes and, for eligible Elder Care bookings, may also provide bedside support in hospitals.You can choose your availability, preferred areas, services and the bookings you want to accept through the Maa Nest caregiver app.Maa Nest is a flexible, booking-based platform. Caregivers are expected to work within their qualifications, experience, the services they are approved for and the scope of each booking.CHILD CAREKey ResponsibilitiesChild Safety & Everyday CareProvide attentive and responsible supervision of children.Follow the family's routines for meals, naps, bedtime and daily activities.Assist with feeding, hygiene, dressing and age-appropriate personal care as instructed by parents.Maintain a safe environment for the child.Learning & DevelopmentConduct age-appropriate play and learning activities.Support reading, storytelling, art, music, puzzles and creative activities.Support early literacy, numeracy and learning through play.Assist school-age children with reading and homework where appropriate.Encourage independence, communication and positive social behaviour.Communication & ProfessionalismCommunicate clearly and respectfully with parents.Share relevant updates about meals, sleep, activities, mood and routines.Observe and report changes in behaviour or wellbeing without attempting to diagnose.Maintain punctuality and professional boundaries.Respect family privacy and confidentiality.Follow Maa Nest safety policies and booking procedures.ELDER CAREKey ResponsibilitiesEveryday Care & DignityProvide warm companionship and attentive supervision.Support safe mobility, walking, transfers and wheelchair/walker use.Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and other personal care while maintaining dignity and privacy.Assist with meals and drinking according to the family's instructions.Provide medication reminders according to the family's written schedule.Encourage appropriate activity, conversation, reading, music and familiar routines.Recovery & Hospital SupportSupport older adults recovering at home after hospital discharge.Follow the family's shared discharge instructions and report concerns appropriately.Provide bedside companionship and assistance with meals and mobility during eligible In-Hospital Care bookings.Provide overnight supervision, safety checks, repositioning and toileting support where required.Observation & CommunicationObserve and communicate relevant changes in mood, appetite, sleep, mobility, pain or behaviour.Where included in the approved booking, record vital signs using the family's devices.Maintain accurate updates through the Maa Nest app.Report safety or wellbeing concerns to the family and Maa Nest.Escalate emergencies immediately according to Maa Nest safety procedures.Important: Elder Care Is Not Nursing CareMaa Nest Elder Care is a non-medical care service.Caregivers must not diagnose conditions, prescribe or change medication, or independently perform medical treatment.Where a clinical task is permitted by Maa Nest, it must be within the caregiver's own qualification and competence, appropriately prescribed/consented to, and included within the booked service. Maa_Nest_Elder_Care_Job_ApplicaWHO CAN APPLY?For Child CareCandidates with qualifications or professional backgrounds in:Early Childhood Education / ECCE / ECEMontessori / NTT / MTTD.El.EdB.Ed / M.EdChild Development / Human DevelopmentHome Science with Human Development / Child Development specializationPsychology / Child Psychology / Developmental PsychologyBSW / MSWSpecial EducationRelevant childcare or early-years qualificationsRelevant hands-on childcare experience is required.Child Care ExperienceWe value experience with children aged 0-11 years, including:PreschoolsDaycare centresMontessori environmentsSchoolsChildcare centresFamily homesSpecial-needs supportShadow teachingPaediatric or neonatal careMinimum experience:1+ year with a directly related childcare qualification2+ years with a related degree such as B.Ed, Psychology, BSW/MSW etc.3+ years for graduates entering through formal childcare trainingFreshers without hands-on childcare experience are not eligible for this independent in-home role.For Elder CareCandidates must have:ANMGNMB.Sc NursingPost Basic B.Sc NursingA valid State Nursing Council registration is required for Elder Care and is verified by Maa Nest before the caregiver's profile goes live. Maa_Nest_Elder_Care_Job_ApplicaElder Care ExperienceAt least 1 year of hands-on patient-care experience after qualifying is required.Experience in the following is preferred:Geriatric careDementia careStroke recoveryPost-operative careBedridden careHospital wardsHome careCare homesHospice or community healthFreshers are not eligible for independent Elder Care bookings. Maa_Nest_Elder_Care_Job_ApplicaGENERAL REQUIREMENTSDepending on the service you are applying for:18+Relevant educational qualification or professional trainingRelevant hands-on care experienceConversational English or another local languageSmartphone with an active mobile numberAadhaar for DigiLocker verificationBank account in your nameWillingness to complete Maa Nest's verification processAbility to travel independently to clients' homesStrong sense of responsibility, punctuality and safety awarenessRespect for family privacy and confidentialityElder Care applicants must additionally provide their nursing qualification and valid nursing registration.Child CareExperience with newborns or infantsExperience with toddlersExperience with twinsExperience with children requiring additional supportPaediatric First Aid / CPR certificationMontessori / ECCE experienceMultiple Indian language skillsElder CareCurrent BLS / CPR and first-aid certificationGeriatric or dementia-care experienceStroke, palliative, post-operative or bedridden care experienceHome-care and hospital experienceKannada, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam or other Indian languages Maa_Nest_Elder_Care_Job_ApplicaWORKING MODELMaa Nest is a flexible, booking-based platform.You can:Choose your available days and hoursSelect the areas you want to work inChoose the services you are qualified and approved to provideView available bookings through the Maa Nest appSee booking details and earnings before acceptingAccept bookings that suit your availabilityWork part-time or take more bookings based on your availabilityFor Elder Care, available services may include in-home care, post-hospital care, in-hospital care, overnight care and weekday/weekend packages.EARNINGSMaa Nest is a booking-based platform, not a fixed-salary employment model.Your earnings depend on:The type of care you provideThe bookings you acceptThe duration of bookingsWeekday/weekend bookingsYour availability and booking volumeFor Child Care and Elder Care, caregivers can earn up to 25,000-50,000 per month, depending on bookings and hours worked.Elder Care earnings vary according to the service and booking duration.Additional BenefitsWeekly payouts100% of family tipsPerformance rewards through Care PointsFlexible working scheduleChoice of service areasChoice of bookingsFor Elder Care, Maa Nest's current benefits also include transparent per-booking earnings and Care Points rewards. Maa_Nest_Elder_Care_Job_ApplicaSAFETY & VERIFICATIONAll caregivers are required to complete Maa Nest's verification process before providing bookings.Depending on the service, verification may include:Aadhaar / DigiLocker verificationFace verificationBackground verificationQualification verificationNursing registration verification for Elder CarePolice verification where requiredOther applicable verification checksMaa Nest also provides safety systems within bookings, including OTP-based booking start, location safety features and Emergency SOS.WHO WOULD BE A GREAT FIT?We are looking for people who genuinely enjoy caring for others and take responsibility seriously.You may be a great fit if you are:An early-years educator or experienced childcare professionalA Montessori or trained childcare professionalA psychologist, social worker or child-development professional with relevant childcare experienceAn ANM, GNM or B.Sc Nursing professionalAn experienced home-care or hospital professionalSomeone experienced in geriatric, dementia, post-operative or patient careA caregiver looking for flexible work close to homeSomeone who values dignity, safety, patience and respectful careJoin the Maa Nest Caregiver WhatsApp Community:-> https://forms.gle/xw8dVBYTXXcDfNne7Download the Maa Nest app and register directly:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.maanest.app