What is a Nanny?

A nanny is a professional employed on a live-in or live-out basis to care for a child or children within their own home.

The most important role of a nanny is to create a nurturing, safe and stimulating environment in which a child can flourish.

The specific responsibilities of a nanny will vary depending on what is required by the employer. A nanny's responsibilities include everything relating to the child's physical and emotional needs. Duties typically include providing well balanced meals, child related errands, driving/taking children to appointments and activities, the children's laundry and cleaning of the children's areas.

What are the hours of duty of a Nanny?

Most nannies work 50-60 hours a week over 5 or six days but they must have a 24 hour period off in every seven days. Hours of placement can be tailored to your individual needs.

If I employ a live-in nanny what accommodation does she require?

It is quite usual for the nanny to have her own bedroom and bathroom. This may come with an additional sitting/living area.

What is the cost of employing a Nanny?

Please see our fee structure. If you have any further questions please contact us and we will be happy to discuss these.