A NANNY- The answer for a busy parent!

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Buttons Surrey: 020 8644 7001
Buttons West London: 020 8998 6660

A Buttons Nanny is normally a qualified person (NNEB  NVQ3  B.Tech) and has undertaken a formal college course for 2 years. Placements during this time would include nurseries, schools, hospitals and with families in their home thus enabling the student to gain practical experience with children in the 0-7 years age group. Theoretical training covers understanding of emotional, physical, intellectual and social development. Studies also include First Aid and special diets.

NURSERY DUTIES MAY INCLUDE

• Sole charge of your children in your home
• Creative and Educational Needs-stimulating your children with artwork, craft, letter and number work
• Arranging the children's social activities according to ages of children and local activities- Swimming, children's gym, toddler groups, library, visits and outdoor pursuits
• Planning and organising nutritious meals for the children
• Looking after the children's bedrooms, play room and equipment
• Taking care of the children's washing, ironing and mending

HOURS OF WORK

These vary according to the parent's needs but a full-time Daily Nanny would expect to work a maximum of 10 hours per day.

RATES OF PAY

We will be happy to discuss and advise the rates of pay applicable to your vacancy. These vary according to your requirements, candidate's qualifications, age and experience.

NANNY SHARE

An ideal solution for 2 families living in close proximity provides the luxury of a Nanny, gives your child a playmate and the costs are shared between two families. Buttons aims to find a compatible sharer for your family.

FAQ's

What does a Nanny cost?

Nannies are often quoted in nett take home pay.  As their employer you would also be liable to pay their Tax and National Insurance ((NI)

The range is:

Surrey   Full time:  £300-£425 net per week per 10 hr day

              Part time:  £70- £95net per day per 10 hr day or £7.00-£9.50 per hour net.  Part time rates are higher than full time rates pro rata

London   Full time: £350-£450 net per week per 10 hr day

              Part time:  £80-100net per 10 hr day or £8-£10.00 per hour net.  Part time rates are higher than full time rates pro rata 

What hours does a Nanny Work?

10 hours a day (or less) generally 8.00am to 6.00pm

What if I don't feel my Nanny is settling into the job?

Because of our personal placement matching this rarely happens. But we do offer a 2 month guarantee policy-if you or your nanny are not entirely happy then we will find a replacement free of charge or issue a refund pro rata (see terms of business for full information).

Will my Nanny and children socialise?

If you are new to the area, or if your Nanny needs contacts, we have a "Buttons" nanny circle and can arrange the introduction of a small number of Nannies with charges of a similar age to your children.

How long will our Nanny stay with us?

A permanent Nanny would expect to stay at least a year. Many are looking for a long a term post and only leave when they are no longer required i.e. the children start school or their family's needs change.

What about handling the payroll for my Nanny?

Do I need a contract?

When you have chosen your nanny you will need to agree to everything in writing. Apart from being a legal requirement, this also avoids misunderstandings by either party at a later date. Buttons supplies model contracts to its clients.

Do you offer live-in nannies or Au pairs?

No

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