When a British Nanny is Not British

When a family approaches a nanny agency or advertises direct to engage a British nanny, they may be surprised to discover non-British applicants responding....

Using a Nanny to Help Your Child Sleep

There are some babies who find it difficult to fall asleep or to get into a good pattern of sleep behaviour. When this happens it can be exhausting for the p...

Children and Young People's Workforce Certificate

The Children and Young People’s Workforce Certificate is a new initiative by the Children’s Workforce Development Council (CWDC). They are a government-a...

Advice on Nannies...from Mums

Hiring your first nanny, can be a daunting prospect for the whole family. Will my child be safe? Will the nanny fit in? How do I treat my nanny as her employ...

Live-in Vs Live-out Nanny

Before selecting a nanny for your child or children, it is important to work out your precise needs. This will help determine before you begin the interview...

Nanny Training and Development

There are a variety of ways in which to train to work a children’s nanny. These include attending a full or part-time college course, doing vocational trai...

Night Nannies

For mothers who are finding the post natal period with a new-born baby distressing, a strain, or they merely wish to be at their best for the rest of the fam...

What is a Doula?

The word ‘doula’ comes from the Greek, meaning slave, female servant or carer. Today, a doula is a woman who provides support to a mother and family thro...

Nanny Jobs in a Recession

When the country is in the grip of a major economic recession many families are hit by financial difficulties and have to tighten their belts. But what does...

What is Nanny Tax?

When hiring a nanny, the family will be acting as an employer and as such, are responsible for paying their nanny’s tax and national insurance contribution...