Do you need a guiding hand through the first few weeks of becoming a parent? Or do you need someone for emergency cover? Maybe you simply want someone to step in for a bit longer while you sort out your next childcare steps. A temporary Nanny may be the solution for you.
What does a temporary Nanny service consist of?
Temporary Nannies are trained professionals qualified to care for children of any age, including newborns. They can either work as a last-minute Nanny, a backup Nanny or an emergency Nanny.
Temporary Nannies are flexible and can work anywhere from 2 to 12 hours per day for as many days as you need. Sometimes Nannies would take on temporary roles while they are still looking for more permanent roles, but some Nannies also prefer being self-employed so that they are allowed the flexibility of when they work and who they work for.
Temporary Nannies in Berkshire may work on a live-in or live-out basis, depending on how often you require their assistance. For example, some temporary Nannies can work 24 hours per day in rotation with another Nanny.
What should you expect from a temporary Nanny in Berkshire?
The duties expected from a temporary Nanny in Berkshire will vary from family to family. They can include (but are not limited to):
Washing and ironing children’s clothes
Preparing meals and snacks
Ensuring children’s bedrooms are clean and tidy
Helping with homework
Shopping for the household
Driving the children
Educational activities such as teaching a second language
Accompanying on play-dates and activities
Should you use an agency to find a Temporary Nanny in Berkshire?
You may be wondering why you should enlist the services of an agency instead of conducting your own search for a temporary Nanny. We will list some of the pros and cons.
If you post advertisements online on various websites, you may have a bigger pool of candidates. However, you will find that most of them are unsuitable in terms of location, experience or specifics you need. You will spend a lot of time searching through applications of unvetted candidates. Furthermore, you will have to complete your own background checks, which is very time-consuming.
If you choose to take the agency route, they will handle absolutely everything for you. All you need to do is register and tell them what you need. They will get to work for you and all you will have to do is conduct interviews with your preferred temporary Nannies.
What can you expect from the Little Ones agency in Berkshire?
The Little Ones agency has been in the domestic service industry for almost 20 years. We only put forward candidates who have been thoroughly checked and have a minimum of 2 years of professional childcare experience.
We guarantee that all the temporary Nannies we put forward to you in Berkshire have undergone the strictest vetting procedures. Our Consultants interview the Nannies face-to-face or via video call. During this interview, they check:
Other certificates or diplomas in childcare or further education
During the interview, they also discuss the Nanny’s values and principles as well as interests and hobbies. Making the perfect matches between families and Nannies, be they temporary or permanent, is extremely important to us. Ensuring that their values align with yours and their personality fits your family’s is prioritised at Little Ones.
In addition to the above, our Consultants also request at least two previous employment references from the temporary Nanny. Then, they verbally verify that these references are correct and genuine by speaking to the Berkshire Nanny’s employers.
If you’re looking for a temporary Nanny in Berkshire, reach out to us and we will be happy to find you a suitable candidate as quickly as you need. Call 0207 183 0309 or make an enquiry here.
