The Benefits of Hiring a Nanny
Many parents choose to hire a nanny as their form of childcare and for a range of reasons. They may have busy work lives and need wrap-around care. They may be a single parent and need some extra support. No matter the reason, there are plenty of benefits to hiring a nanny, let’s talk about them!
Nannies can give you better quality time with your children
It’s typical for a nanny employer to discuss additional duties with their new nanny. This is because the extra duties can help save the employer valuable time, which can then be spent with their little ones. This can include helping out with homework, perhaps some light housekeeping, doing meal prep, etc. (these additional duties must be outlined in the nanny employment contract).
Nannies can offer your family stability
You may find it difficult to find stability in your family life. Your new nanny can provide your family with this stability by giving your children structure and routines. Routines are very beneficial for children because they help form daily habits and gives children a strong sense of security. These routines can have a positive impact and you may find things at home feel a little less stressful!
Nannies can offer specialist & unique skills
A big benefit of hiring a nanny is that you are able to choose exactly who looks after your child(ren). Perhaps you want your child to be fluent in more than one language, or need a nanny trained to care for children with special educational needs. A nanny agency can support you in finding a nanny with the experience, skills, or qualifications you require.
Need some help finding an agency? Our Agency Directory connects you to local agencies that can help you find your perfect nanny.
Nannies can be cost-effective
Nannies are often considered one of the most expensive childcare options. However, if you have more than one child, nannies can help save you childcare costs. In a recent survey, we found that 17.8% of parents hired a nanny because it was more cost-effective than nursery fees for 2 or more children. This is because a nanny charges by the hour and the cost does not go up (or rises only a little) for additional children.
Something else to keep in mind is that Ofsted-registered nannies can be paid through the tax-free childcare scheme (if parents are eligible). To learn more, click here.
Who are Nannytax?
Here at Nannytax, we’ve been supporting families with their nanny payroll for over 30 years. We help families save valuable time by taking away the hassle of payroll and legal admin that is involved when employing a nanny. We’re recommended by over 100 UK nanny agencies and have the trust of over 10,000 domestic employers, making us the largest Nanny PAYE provider in the country.
