Live-out nanny
Responsibilities
The responsibilities of a live-out nanny include:
- Supervising and engaging with children in educational and recreational activities, including playtime, reading, and outings.
- Planning and preparing healthy meals and snacks for the children, accommodating any dietary restrictions.
- Assisting with light household duties related to the children, such as laundry, tidying play areas, and maintaining their rooms.
- Providing support with homework and educational projects, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Taking children to and from school, extracurricular activities, and playdates, using the family vehicle if available.
- Ensuring the children’s safety at all times and managing any health-related needs, such as administering medication when necessary
Live-out nannies are not expected to undertake any heavy household tasks, prepare meals for the family, or perform duties unrelated to the care of the children.
Each family may have specific needs, so duties can be tailored accordingly, ensuring the nanny's role aligns with family expectations and salary.At Happy Hugs, our mission is to provide high-quality child care services that promote child development and growth. We strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can learn and explore.
Working Hours
The working hours for a live-out nanny are typically agreed upon between the family and the nanny, based on the family’s specific needs. Common arrangements include:
Full-Time: Standard full-time hours generally range from 8 to 10 hours per day, five days a week. These hours may vary slightly depending on the family’s schedule.
Part-Time: Part-time live-out nannies work fewer hours, which may range from a few days a week to just a few hours per day.
Overtime for evening or over night care can be agreed upon, with additional pay.
Some families may require flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends babysitting, special events, travelling with the family or proxy parenting, this will be reflected in the salary.
The specifics of the schedule should be discussed and agreed upon during the hiring process to ensure both the family and nanny are aligned.
Salary
Salary expectations for a live-out nanny in the UK can vary based on factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and the duties required.
Hourly Rate: The average hourly rate for a live-out nanny starts at £15 net per hour, depending on experience and location. The average salary in London for 50 hours per week starts at £750 net per week. However, more experienced nannies, or those with specific qualifications or expertise, can earn £20+ per hour, which could bring their weekly earnings to £1000+.
It is important for families to discuss salary expectations and working hours with their nanny to establish a fair and mutually agreeable arrangement before employment commencement