| Key points to consider when employing a nanny |
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If you employ a nanny in the UK you have the same legal responsibilities as a commercial employer and the law requires you to:
These obligations also apply:
Failure to register as an employer if you are paying your nanny above the weekly threshold is an offence, which can potentially lead to heavy penalties and career-damaging publicity. Consider the following: Failure to pay all tax/NI liabilities before 19 April results in interest being charged on the amount outstanding. All these legal obligations can be not only complex but also time-consuming, especially for a first-time employer. Without working knowledge of the tax system and current employment law, you are entering a minefield. Businesses use skilled payroll, legal and human resources professionals, you can too - for a fraction of the price. Nannytax has more than 15 years' experience in domestic and nanny payroll and we can transform your hassle into peace of mind. |
employment guide
| Can nannies be self-employed? |
| "Can't I just ask my nanny to sort out her own tax?" this is a question we're frequently asked by parents. Whether someone is employed or self-employed depends on the terms and conditions of their work. |
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employment law support
| The ISA and nanny employment |
The Government has created the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) in order to help prevent unsuitable persons from working with children or vulnerable adults. |
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