Finding a Nanny

A nanny search can be a fraught and stressful experience. However, following a clear, step-by-step way of doing things should help to make your nanny search a smooth - and you never know, even enjoyable - experience.

Key Steps in Your Nanny Search:

1. Don’t Panic, Stay Calm: Otherwise you could make a wrong, rushed and desperate decision.  

2. Be Honest about the Job: Making your job sound more exciting or glamorous than it is will result in your childcare being disappointed and unmotivated. Ensure you write a clear nanny job description.

 3. Identify the Kind of Person you Want: As well as thinking about what skills you would like her to have, take time to think about the type of person who would fit in well with your family. Click here to find out more.

 4. Identify the Nanny Search Method to Suit You: You may prefer to be totally in control of your search and do things yourself. You may prefer to hand over to an agency. All the available methods have advantages and disadvantages. Click here to find out more.

 5. Ask Specific Interview Questions: Plan your nanny interview questions. Ensure you ask prospective nannies questions around the qualities you need and the worries or concerns you have. Click here to see ideas on planning a nanny interview and some suggested questions. 

 6. Use your Head and Your Heart: Both are needed when making the final decision on choosing which nanny you will offer the job to. 

 7. Always, Always Check References: It is frightening the number of people that don’t!

A Personal Search Plan tailored to you and your needs will give you an action plan to do all of the above, and more.   

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