What point to consider while hiring a maid for working families
Hiring a maid as a working family in Singapore—especially with kids or elderly at home—requires careful planning. You need someone trustworthy, independent, and responsible since you won’t be around much. Here are the key points to consider:
✅ 1. Experience & Skills
- Childcare / Elderly Care: Has she handled babies, toddlers, or elderly before?
- Cooking: Can she cook Indian or other preferred cuisines?
- Household tasks: Cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, etc.—how well can she manage?
- Previous Singapore experience: Helpers with local experience understand work culture and expectations.
✅ 2. Language & Communication
- Can she speak basic English or any Indian languages (Hindi, Tamil, etc.)?
- Is she able to understand instructions clearly without constant supervision?
✅ 3. Independence & Initiative
- Will she manage the house without you supervising every step?
- Can she plan meals, clean schedules, or assist with kids' routines on her own?
✅ 4. Trustworthiness
- Check for a verified background (especially if changing employers in Singapore).
- Ask for past employer references or agency feedback.
- Monitor her honesty—this is crucial if she’s alone at home with your kids or parents.
✅ 5. Personality & Attitude
- Is she polite, respectful, calm under pressure?
- Will she respect your family’s privacy, rules, and parenting style?
✅ 6. Health & Hygiene
- Is she physically fit (especially if you need elderly lifting or active child handling)?
- Does she maintain personal hygiene and cleanliness?
✅ 7. Religion / Dietary Compatibility
- Is she okay with vegetarian, non-veg, or pork/beef-free kitchens?
- Does she require time off for religious practices that might affect daily routines?
✅ 8. Availability & Commitment
- Is she willing to work long-term?
- Does she have any restrictions (e.g., can’t care for babies, elderly, or pets)?
- Will she be okay with no day off, compensated as per MOM rules?
✅ 9. Salary Expectations
- Does her expected salary match your budget?
- Any off-day or handphone usage expectations need to be discussed clearly.
✅ 10. Agency Support
- Choose a Okaylah indian maid agency that does proper screening and gives support post-placement.
- They offer replacements, if things don’t work out.
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