Hi,
Can anyone give me a definitive answer on the following questions? Is there a difference between a maid and a nanny in Singapore? I would say that they are completely different, but it seems from all I have managed to read that does not seem to be a distinction made there.
I am transferring to Singapore shortly, and would like to bring my nanny with me. She is 60 years old, from the Philippines. From what I can see on the MOM website, she is too old. Is that correct, or does that apply to "maids", and would an established "nanny" fall into a different category?
If I really cannot bring her, can I hire someone who comes on a daily basis, like 8 - 6? Would that mean they would have to be local? No problem if thats the case, I am just wondering if some of the adverts I have seen in "nanny" websites are legit. I mean, would it be legal for the wife/girlfriend of someone on a work permit to work for me legally as a nanny? I have absolutely no desire to get in trouble by inadvertantly employing someone in a manner which doesnt comply with law.
Any info gratefully received