Become Part of an Agency that Employs You Directly – We're Not Your Typical Nanny Agency

Are You A Dedicated, Childcare Professional Seeking Work?

At Herts and Home Childcare, we redefine what it means to be part of an agency. As an in-house employee, you don't just get a job; you secure a stable, professionally rewarding position complete with HR support and colleague benefits. Whether you're looking for supplementary income or a full-time role with one family, we offer highly flexible working options to suit your lifestyle. Beyond the job itself, enjoy the added perks of pension contributions, holiday pay, and ongoing professional development opportunities. Join our community to enjoy the financial stability and professional benefits that only a direct employer can offer.

By choosing Herts and Home childcare you will receive:

  • Direct Employment- Say goodbye to payroll companies and unreliable employers

  • Complete HR and Management Support: We handle disputes, offering you support and backing

  • Full-Time, part-time or supplementary income: You decide your commitment level

  • Financial Security: Keep your job* even if a family’s needs change

  • Family Flexibility: Opt for a single family or diversify with multiple households

  • Diverse Opportunities: A range of families and needs to build your experience

  • Prime Clientele: Handpicked families that meet our quality standards and make your perfect fit

  • Transparent Communication: Open and honest communication- know where you stand

  • Social Perks: Team events and a support network of peers

  • Career Growth: Expand your skills with professional development opportunities

Apply with us today and take your career to the next level.

How It Works

Choose From Two Employment Routes:

One-Family Nanny (Contracted)

  1. Choose full or part-time employment.

  2. You will join the agency books as 'seeking work'- the same as any other nanny agency.

  3. Once matched with a family, we employ you directly and draft your contract, complete with full employee benefits.

  4. Work exclusively with your matched family, managed just like a standard nanny role.

  5. You have the option to add babysitting or additional hours with other families.

  6. Utilise our in-house HR and Support services whenever you need guidance or assistance.

  7. Participate in social gatherings with other agency-employed professionals.

  8. Take advantage of career enhancement and learning opportunities.

  9. Six-Month Employment Guarantee**: Secure permanent agency employment after 6 months, providing a safety net should your assigned family's requirements shift.

Multiple-Family Nanny (Employed)

  1. Select your preferred distance and commitment, from just 4 hours a week to full-time.

  2. We align your employment contract with your individual needs, including comprehensive employee benefits and job security.

  3. Enjoy the flexibility to work with multiple families, with the freedom to prioritise or decline based on fit.

  4. Receive in-house training and individual family information for adapting to each household or event.

  5. In-house management and access to HR and Support services whenever you need guidance or assistance.

  6. Engage in social events alongside other professionals employed by the agency.

  7. Leverage opportunities for professional development and skills enhancement.

  8. Regular check-ins to make sure you current commitment level works and switch it up if needed.

How It Works

We Only Work With The Best

Our Bronze Nannies

  • At least 3 years experience in professional childcare employment

  • Checkable references for the past 5 years

  • Childcare Qualifications

  • Enhanced DBS Checked

  • Enhanced ID Checked

  • Paediatric First Aid Qualified

Our Silver Nannies

  • At least 3 years experience in professional in-home childcare employment

  • Checkable references for the past 5 years

  • Childcare Qualifications

  • Enhanced DBS Checked

  • Enhanced ID Checked

  • Paediatric First Aid Qualified

Our Gold Nannies

At least 5 years experience in professional in-home childcare employment

  • Checkable references for the past 5 years

  • Higher Level Childcare Qualifications

  • Enhanced DBS Checked

  • Enhanced ID Checked

  • Paediatric First Aid Qualified

Our Platinum Nannies

At least 10 years experience in professional in-home childcare employment

  • Checkable references for the past 10 years

  • Highest Level Childcare Qualifications

  • Enhanced DBS Checked

  • Enhanced ID Checked

  • Paediatric First Aid Qualified

Registration

  • Step 1: Apply To Join

    • Ensure you hold our minimum requirements (see below)

    • Fill in the application form below

    • Send your CV to office@hertsandhomechildcare.com

    • We’ll contact you to let you know if your application was successful

  • Step 2: Interview

    • If we feel you are suitable for our agency we will invite you for interview (evening and weekend slots are available)

    • Attend your face to face interview with your accompanying documents

    • Please ensure you present yourself professionally

  • Step 3: Registration

    • If we feel you are a suitable Herts and Home representative we will register you with the agency following your interview

    • We will contact your references and check your documents

    • We will present you with our Terms of Business and other documents to sign

  • Step 4: The Database

    • Contracted nannies- you will be placed on our database for families to be matched with before receiving your employment contract once a match has been made

    • Employed nannies- you will start work on an agreed start date and begin going to assignments once your contract is signed

If you’d like to register with us and be considered to join our agency you’ll need to meet our minimum requirements and have the following:

  • A Genuine Love of Working with Children and A Passion for Childcare

  • A Professional Attitude

  • A Friendly and Approachable Manner

  • Right to work in the UK with a National Insurance number

  • A Minimum of 3 years Experience in the Childcare or Education field with Checkable References for this time

  • Some Experience of Babysitting or Working in a Family’s Home with Checkable References

  • An Additional Personal Reference

  • A Level 3 or above Childcare or Teaching Qualification although a Level 2 could be considered with at least 5 years nannying experience

  • Valid DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

  • Valid 12 hour Paediatric First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)

  • 2 Forms of ID with at least 1 showing proof of Current Address (Passport, Driving Licence, Birth Certificate or Marriage Certificate)

  • 1 Household Bill showing your Current Address (less than 3 months old and must match 1 form of ID)

  • An up-to-date CV

- Please note we do not accept NWOC (nannies with their own child)- this means that you must have childcare in place during working hours and your children are not permitted to attend positions with you.

If you fail to meet these requirements, you will not be able to register with us at this time. Please prepare to show proof of these criteria during your interview and registration meeting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • At Herts and Home Childcare we are starting a movement to modernise the nanny industry and ensure nannies receive the professional status they deserve. The shift towards hybrid working, accelerated by the covid pandemic, has amplified the demand for reliable, high-quality childcare. We're committed to meeting this need by recruiting only the most professional and high-calibre nannies who love what they do. Furthermore, we want to offer benefits that do not exist in the usual nanny parent-employer set up as well as ensuring fair compensation for nannies’ expertise and dedication.

  • No. There is no charge to join our agency as an employed nanny nor as a contracted nanny.

    We do however, require you to hold an up to date DBS (ideally on the update service) and a current 12 hour paediatric first aid certificate. If these need renewing at registration, these will need to be covered at your own cost.

  • We take effective communication seriously and strive to keep our candidates and employees updated on their status. If you ever find yourself waiting for an update or dissatisfied with the level of communication, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're always happy to clarify and ensure you're well-informed.

  • If you are on our database ‘seeking work’ be sure to check our job vacancies regularly as well as texts and emails from us with current positions. Contact us via phone , email, text or watsap to discuss being put forward for a role.

    For nannies registered under our employment we will phone, text and email assignments for you based on your agreed availability and requirements.

    If you are not yet registered with us and would like to be put forward for a role please fill in our application form and email us your CV to office@hertsandhomechildcare.co.uk along with the reference code of the job you are interested in.

  • As a nanny, maintaining a professional and appropriate appearance is essential. Given that the role often involves activities like bending down or sitting on the floor with children, your attire should be comfortable yet suitable for work.

    For interviews, it's crucial to dress smartly, avoiding any clothing that may be too revealing or distract potential employers. Large logos, heavy branding or overly personalized styles are not appropriate, opt instead for classic simple choices.

    In your day-to-day role with Herts and Home, bare in mind that you are a representative of our agency. Your attire should be understated, without prominent branding, and appropriate for the age of the children you are caring for and the activities you'll be engaging in. Common choices among our nannies include jeggings or leggings paired with long shirts or jumpers. In warmer weather, dresses are acceptable as long as appropriate undergarments like cycling shorts are worn beneath them.

  • For safety and legal reasons ratios are 6:1, meaning that one nanny can care for a maximum of six children at any time. If a client has an extensive family or many children at an event they will need multiple nannies to ensure everyone is safe and legal.

  • For permanent nanny care it is usual for a full-time nanny to work between 45-60 hours weekly. A part-time nanny can work anywhere from 10-40 hours per week.

    For ad-hoc and babysitting nannies we only allow bookings for a minimum of 4 hours and we allow up to a 12 hour booking unless the booking is for proxy care (sole charge over-night care) and sleeping provisions are provided.

  • A nanny's primary role is to focus on childcare responsibilities, which include tasks like bathing, dressing, and cooking nutritious meals for the children. Alongside this, the nanny will manage the children's wardrobe, ensuring their clothes are washed, ironed, and organized. Toy cleanliness and safety are also a priority; at the end of each day, the play area will be neat and orderly.

    Our nannies go beyond basic care; they actively enrich the children's lives through social and developmental activities. This could mean arranging playdates, attending classes, or outings to enriching environments like parks, libraries, or swimming pools. Utilising their expertise in childcare, nannies also engage children in developmental play, offering a range of activities from creative arts and crafts to singing and reading to promote learning and growth.

    Some families may request additional tasks such as grocery shopping, family meals, family laundry and ironing as well as pet care. Accepting these tasks may help a nanny stand out to a family but are not necessary for them to register with us. We do not take on housekeeping positions and clearly define the role of a nanny to clients to ensure they do not expect cleaning or other non-child duties.

  • If you encounter any challenges or conflicts with your family, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We offer HR support aimed at resolving any issues and maintaining a successful placement. If it becomes clear that the match is no longer suitable, inform us as soon as you can. Depending on your contract point, a paid notice period may be required. We can begin helping you to search for a new role or register you to the employed position side of the agency while you find a placement.

*If you complete your 6-month probation successfully, you'll be eligible for our 6-month employment guarantee. You'll shift to our Membership Employment service, working for various families until you secure another permanent role. Formal notice periods apply if you find work outside the agency.

** Eligibility for the 6-month employment guarantee is subject to successful completion of the probation period and agency demand. This guarantee is subject to agency demand and satisfactory performance- you can opt out at any time during your permanent placement.