A part time nanny work’s in your home just the hours you need covering school or nursery pick-ups and drop-offs, homework, and dinner and this kind of flexible childcare arrangement is on the rise.
Types of part time nannies
A part time nanny is often defined as being employed for only part of the usual working day or week but even within that, the role your nanny takes on can vary. For example:
A general part time nanny
A general part time nanny:
- Works on average 25 hours per week (flexible).
- Duties include caring for children including light housekeeping, cooking and cleaning.
An after school nanny
An after school nanny
- Works on average 25 hours per week (post-school hours such as 3pm – 7/8pm)
- Duties revolve around the children’s post-school routine. For example, school pick-up, supervising homework and preparing dinner.
- Some after school nannies will also offer school drop-off hours in the mornings.
Our types of nanny jobs page covers the other types of nanny roles you might find, such as full-time and nanny shares.
“I moved from full-time to part time nannying to enable me to continue my education. I am now completing my Masters at UCL and work part time for a family alongside my studies. It gives me the best of both worlds as I still get to do the job I love!
It also works for my employers who require part time hours to support the mum through her pregnancy. This involves taking my charge for days out, attending classes and prepping meals! This gives the mum more time to prepare for the baby’s arrival and means once the baby is born, she can spend more quality time with him.”
Georgia C, Nannytax Nanny
How much does a part time nanny cost?
Each year we publish our Nannytax Nanny Salary Index which showcases the average gross salaries for nannies across the UK. These figures are based on our own nanny payroll records and using our guide, you can calculate your part time nanny costs.
Those eligible for Tax Free Childcare can use this scheme to pay for Ofsted registered nannies helping to reduce the overall cost.
How to find a part time nanny
Hiring a nanny is a more personal employment relationship than the norm – that’s what makes it that extra bit important to find the right person for the job. Wondering where to even begin? To help you out we’ve narrowed it down to three key nanny search methods.
Nannytax & Part Time Nannies
Regardless of whether your nanny is being paid for 5 hours a week or 50 hours a week, we still apply the same award-winning payroll process. This means your employment admin is sorted as part of our end-to-end Payroll and HR service which includes a bespoke nanny employment contract – all for just £275 per annum (£20 surcharge for weekly payslips).
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Salary Index
Each year we publish our Nanny Salary Index which provides the average gross salaries for nannies across the UK.
After School Nannies
It’s not always possible to leave work early to meet the children at the school gates. That’s why many parents are now employing After School Nannies.
Ways to Find a Nanny
Hiring a nanny is a more personal employment relationship than the norm. This makes it that extra bit important to find the right nanny for you and your family.
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