Nannies

What is a Nanny?

A nanny is usually qualified and/or experienced in child care. Nannies are aged anywhere from 18-60+ and because of the large age difference it is the families preference we look at when placing a nanny. Most nannies will have attended a course in childcare or must have two years experience and depending on their experience as to their wage.

Duties

A nanny normally has sole charge of the children and is capable to care for children from 8 weeks old. A nanny is also responsible for nursery duties covering the child’s well being e.g. washing, ironing, cooking and potty training.

The nanny is not expected to carry out general housework beyond taking care of the children’s rooms and belongings and if living in, her own room as well. He/she should provide a full range of activities suited to the child’s age and ability both inside and outside the home. This is an important part of the service of a nanny as it raises the level of care and education.

A live-in nanny will expect to have his/her own room with usually a TV provided. He/she should have 2 days off per week, normally taken at week-ends and have most evenings free apart from occasional baby-sitting.

If a nanny lives out, he/she will normally work a 5 day week from Monday to Friday. A daily nanny will not expect to do any evening baby-sitting unless this is agreed beforehand and is paid as an extra.

Wages are based on age, qualification and experience and you should contact our agency direct for advice on daily and live-in weekly/monthly salary rates.