We place bilingual live-in nannies across the UK and worldwide
Duties of a live-in nanny
Live-in nannies are generally not expected to undertake heavy household cleaning although they may do light housework such as loading the washing machine or hanging the washing. Typically, they will undertake nursery duties such as bathing, dressing and feeding the children as well as clearing up the kitchen after meals and doing the children’s washing, ironing and tidying their rooms. They are required to keep their own bedroom and bathroom clean and tidy.
Other duties of live-in nannies include, driving the children to school as well as to sports and other social activities (play groups, baby classes etc.) and ensuring that they complete their homework. In the case of bilingual live-in nannies communication with the children will often be done in the foreign language requested by the parents. Live-in nannies should stimulate children’s development through play by engaging in activities such as painting, drawing and singing and provide the parents with regular reports on their children’s progress.
Standard working hours
Typically 10-12 hours a day (e.g. 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday) with 2 days off per week. A live-in nanny may sometimes negotiate working 6 days per week for a higher salary. Two or three nights of babysitting per week may also be included in the salary. Any additional babysitting such as at the weekend would normally be paid in addition to the salary.
Accommodation and food
Live-in nannies should be provided with their own furnished single or double bedroom and if possible with a television and/or a DVD player. They should be allowed access and use the family bathroom. However, some families offer a bedroom with a separate or en-suite bathroom to allow the live-in nanny some privacy. Live-in nannies should be allowed to stay in the home at the weekends.
Food is provided and paid for by the employer. Any food likes and dislikes or special dietary requirements should be discussed between the live-in nanny and the employer.
Salaries for live-in nannies and holiday entitlement
Salaries will depend on whether the position is based in the UK or overseas, as well as on age, experience and the duties involved. They are usually paid weekly. Typically, live-in nannies can charge between £350 and £500 net per week in the UK and between £500 and £900 net per week overseas. Nannies’ tax and national insurance should be paid by the employer. We will be happy to provide you with more information regarding this.
Where the live-in nanny is required to provide a 24 hour live-in cover whilst both parents are away, a specific salary should be negotiated prior to employment.
By law, nannies in the UK are entitled to 28 days holiday per year including National Bank holidays. Some families require their live-in nanny to accompany them on holiday, in which case the nanny’s salary as well as travel, food and accommodation expenses should be covered by the employer.
Live-in nannies recruitment services
If you are a family looking to recruit a live-in nanny you can register your family details and vacancy requirements. Or if you are a professional looking for the latest live-in nanny jobs then register your details and we’ll be in touch for opportunities that match your profile.
