Informal babysitters may be ten-a-penny in the form of teenagers looking for some easy money, but parents are increasingly concerned with safety for their children. Although not always necessary for employment, qualifications in childcare can help candidates to secure work.
There are several qualifications which are relevant to child care and babysitting, most available through further education providers. They range from a Diploma in Childcare and Education, to the BTEC in Child Studies and NVQs at all levels. For those people with experience in childcare, the Advanced Diploma in Childcare and Education is available from some providers, acting as a very high level qualification in the area.
Most courses include paediatric first aid, health and hygiene, and training in the physical, social, educational and emotional needs of children between the ages of 0-7 years. Babysitters may be asked to cook for children, assist with bathing and oversee personal hygiene and change nappies, as well as providing ideas for entertainment and activities.
Both recruitment agencies and employers expect professional babysitters to be compassionate, caring people, with good practical abilities and an interest in the development of young children.
Wages tend to fall between £8-£10 per hour, however they can be negotiable if the hours are many or the qualifications of the candidate are high level.
Olives Childcare specialises in Childcare recruitment. They are run by consultants who have experience in both childcare and recruitment. They recruit Nannies who can either live in or out, or work day or night, Maternity Nurses who must be able to render a 24 hour on call availability, Mother's Helpers and Au Pairs. All of their candidates have passed reference, identity and Criminal Record Bureau checks. They are based in New Southgate.
35 Firs Avenue, New Southgate, London, N11 3NE
KiddyKare is a Maidenhead-based recruitment agency that provides professionals in the Nursery and Education industry. Be it temporary or permanent positions, this agency finds staff to take on vacancies such as Nursery Practitioner, Room Leader and Deputy Manager. KiddyKare started in 2007 and is accredited by the REC.
St Peters Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 7QU
Founded and established in 2000, Network Recruitment Solutions is an agency that specialises in providing Childcare personnel and Foster Carers for local authorities including the London Borough of Bromley, Croydon, Lewisham, Haringey and Sutton. The agency is based in Lewisham and provides solutions, efficiencies and cost-savings in key areas of child services.
340 Lewisham High Street, Lewisham, London, SE13 6LE
Nannies Plus Us is an agency that offers Childcare recruitment services. The company hires Governesses, Nannies, Tutors, Housekeepers, Babysitters, Maternity Nurses, After School Care and more across London and the Home Counties. They also deliver emergency childcare 365 days a year, round the clock. They have several accreditations and over 20 years of experience.
63-65 Colney Hatch Muswell Hill, Muswell Hill, London, N10 1LR
East Green Child Care Services traces its roots back to 1996, sourcing Nannies, Babysitters, Maternity Nurses, Night Nannies, After School Carers and more. Fulfiling permanent and temporary assignments with the help of their Tonbridge consultants, their key areas are in Kent, Sussex, Surrey and South East London. They were named the Best Nanny Agency by UK Nanny in 2020 and were featured in The Good Nanny Agency Guide.
Penshurst Road, Leigh, Tonbridge, Tonbridge, Kent, TN11 8HL
Forte Agency and Best Recruitment is a staffing and recruiting business that delivers temporary and permanent staffing solutions to several sectors including Catering, Hospitality, Education, Domestic & Housekeeping. They have worked with Best Parties Ever Ltd, Red Cherry Catering, The Jockey Club Catering, Compass Group UK, Salisbury Race Course, and more. The company is located in Poole.
117 Commercial Road Ashley Cross Lower Parkstone, Poole, Dorset, BH14 0JD
The Nanny Connection is a Nanny agency that provides professional Childcare staff in London, the Home Counties, and the South East. The agency supplies Nannies, Maternity Nurses, Specialised Consultants, and other Childcare professionals to families and institutions. The agency is based in South Lambeth.
Battersea Studios, 80 Silverthorne Road, South Lambeth, London, SW8 3HE
Elisas London Nannies employs permanent and temporary Childcare and Domestic Staff globally. They have potential Nannies, Governesses, Tutors, Maternity Nurses, Housekeepers and Au Pairs in their database; most of whom have qualifications, a paediatric first aid certificate and are multilingual. Located in London, they partner with clients and candidates alike. They were founded in 2017 by a Nanny with over 20 years of experience in Childcare.
71 - 75 Shelton Street, Soho, London, WC2H 9JQ
Redwood Search delivers Business Support recruitment solutions domestically with a focus on Worcester, Evesham, Redditch and Malvern. In addition to hiring permanent and temporary staff, they have also been opening internship and freelance opportunities since 2016. They were finalists in the 2019 Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber Business Awards and are members of TEAM Network of Independent Recruiters.
9b Malvern Gate, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR2 4BN
Bambino and Butler is an established provider of staffing support to a diverse client group across the UK and overseas. With a focus on the Childcare industry, the firm places personnel for a wide range of temporary and permanent assignments from their London office. They deliver talent to various positions, including Part-time Housekeepers, Rotational Nannies, and After School Nannies.
Fourfoot House, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 6AL
Education People is a recruitment company for the Education sector across the South West, including Bristol, Somerset, Swindon, and Wiltshire. The company was established in 2008 and has day-to-day, long-term and permanent vacancies.
Garden Suite 23 Westfield Park, Redland, Bristol, Avon, BS6 6LT
With over 20 years of experience, The Childcare Company is a recruitment agency that specialises in the Childcare sector. The company supplies temporary, permanent, part-time and full-time Nannies, Maternity Nannies, Doulas and Housekeepers in the Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells and surrounding areas. The company is a member of the REC, ANA, IAPA and BAPAA.
7 Garth Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1RT
ASEND, a national provider of employment opportunities, deals exclusively with the Child Care and Education sectors. They are Cyber Essentials Certified and have been placing candidates for various positions since its foundation in 2011, such as Clinical Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Speech & Language Therapists, and Specialist Teachers. The company also delivers consultancy and training services to clients in local authorities.
49 The Mall, Southgate, London, N14 6LR
Based in Birmingham, Ambassadors Resourcing Ltd is a specialist recruitment agency that focuses on the Education and Childcare sectors. They provide Teachers, Classroom Assistants, Learning Support Practitioners, Administration Staff, Nursery Managers and Deputies, Nursery Nurses, Creche Workers, Family Support Workers, and more. The agency is a member of the REC and the Chambers of Commerce.
8 Warstone Mews Warstone Lane, Birmingham, West Midlands, B18 6JB
Fabrec Ltd is an Early Years Recruitment Specialist in London. The company offers their services to nurseries, schools and private households. The agency recruits Nursery Managers, Nursery Nurses, Early Years Practitioners, Nursery Teachers, and Nannies.
St Olav's Court, City Business Centre, Lower Road, Rotherhithe, London, SE16 2XB
Hummingbird Home Staff specialises in the placement of Nannies & Housekeepers in London, Surrey, Hampshire, Berkshire and surrounding areas. They also provide Senior Support, Nursery Staff, and Deep Cleaning services. Hummingbird usually does a home visit with a detailed brief, meeting and vetting candidates, referencing and DBS checking. They have more than 25 years of industry experience.
3 Larch Dene, Farnborough Park, Orpington, Kent, BR6 8PL
Founded in 2015, Nurture is a learning innovation hub that brings educators and employers together. The company recruits all types of educators, from practitioners to teaching assistants; from childcare professionals to leadership roles.
Worcester Rd, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR6 6NH
Little Ones London is a Westminster-based specialist agency that provides bilingual and English-speaking staff to the Nanny, Childcare, and Domestic sectors. They provide their services throughout London, the UK, Europe, Russia, and the Middle East. They have 12 years of industry experience and typically recruit Housekeepers, Nanny-Housekeepers, After-School Nannies, and Au Pairs.
3 Hanson St, Westminster, London, W1W 6TB
Imperial Nannies and Governesses is a specialist recruitment agency with offices in Mayfair and Bath. They deliver Nannies and Governesses to a diverse range of settings across the UK and abroad, including formal and informal, boho and conventional, condos and country estates, cottages and castles, and urban and rural households. Established in 1996, Imperial Nannies & Governesses is part of Imperial Household Staff Limited.
19-20 Charles Street, Bath, Avon, BA1 1HX
HazeltonClive is a London-based recruitment firm that provides permanent, full or part-time Domestic & Hospitality staff in the Childcare & Education, Private Household & Estate, Family Office, and Lifestyle & Hospitality markets. The firm offers a 1-year free replacement guarantee and extended international background checks.
85 Great Portland Street, Westminster, London, W1W 7LT
Simply Supply executes Education and Childcare hiring assignments on a short, long-term, and permanent basis across Hampshire and the North East. They cover a wide range of Nursery, Primary, Secondary, and SEN vacancies. They feature candidates that have gone through SupplyCheck, a rigorous pre-employment vetting process.
The Main Barn, Home Farm, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 8UT
Integrity Care Recruitment are specialists in catering to the staffing needs of the Childcare and Nursery sectors. Established in 2019, they work with clients and candidates across Bromley, Croydon, Essex, Kent, Middlesex, North, North West, South East, South West, East, and West of London, and Surrey. Integrity Care Recruitment assesses permanent and temporary candidates using the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) guidelines.
130 Old Street, Finsbury, London, EC1V 9BD
Lavoro Care works in the Child and Adult Social Care sectors. The firm has offices in Lancashire and Liverpool, and they have been providing their services for over 15 years. They have 24/7 availability and have previously recruited for positions such as Deputy Manager, Children's Residential Support Worker, Night Support Worker, and Support Worker - Adult Services.
56 Balliol Road, Bootle, Merseyside, L20 7EJ
Smileys Childcare specialises in Early Years Education and Nanny recruitment. With over 30 years of recruitment experience, they are equipped with adept Childcare consultants. They supply Nannies, Mothers Helps, Maternity Nurses, Housekeepers, Evening Babysitters, Nursery Managers, Nursery Assistants, Pre-School Teachers, and more. Their candidates possess various Childcare qualifications such as CACHE, NNEB, BTEC, NVQ, ADCE, and NAMCW.
Assembly House, 34-38 Broadway, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 1LU
Maternally Yours matches Household staff with families nationwide and overseas. Most of their Maternity Nurses have been with them since the 90s or 00s, and are equipped with 5-35 years of newborn baby experience. They also supply Junior Maternity Nurses whom have at least 5-10 years of experience working in childcare, fitted for second or third-time parents. Their main office is located in London, and they also have a branch in Bath.
19-20 Charles Street, Bath, Avon, BA1 1HX
Hatties Nannies is a specialist agency that provides temporary and permanent staffing solutions to the Child Care and Domestic industries throughout Surrey, West Sussex and Hampshire. They are based in Godalming, near Guildford, and places Nannies, Maternity Nannies, and Wedding Nannies at local wedding venues. The agency has been operating since 2001.
Holmlea, Tilthams Green, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 3BT
Kidstaff supplies Education & Childcare specialists through their office in Burton-on-Trent. With over 20 years of experience, they have connected with over 200 schools and nurseries, like Victoria House Day Nursery and Mereside Farm Children's Nursery. They are accessible 24/7 and ensure that the personnel they provide, from Nursery Nurses to School Teachers, have passed enhanced DBS and right to work checks.
9th Floor, Cornerblock, 2 Cornwall Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B3 2DX
Chace People hires Private & Executive Assistants, Private Household & Estate Staff, Yacht & Jet Crew, Executive Leaders, Creative & Hospitality Personnel and Finance Professionals. They work from Shepherds Bush and satisfy permanent, temporary and contract positions globally. They were founded in 2018.
1 Lyric Square, Hammersmith, London, W6 0NB
Greycoat Lumleys provides Private Domestic staff globally. They have divisions for recruiting individuals in Private Estates, Childcare & Education, Catering & Hospitality, Corporate, and Skis & Yachts. They are also licensed to place permanent workers in Switzerland. They were founded in 1996 and have offices in Edinburgh, London, the North of England and Switzerland. They are a part of Empresaria Group which has locations in 19 countries.
1 Hill Street, Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH2 3JP
Based in London, Norma Lewis Nannies is a staff recruitment agency that specialises in placing Nannies, Housekeepers and Companions for families in London and London suburbs. The agency also offers training courses (including Ofsted Compliant First Aid Courses), emergency first aid courses, and enhanced DBS checks.
Suite 188, Hampstead House, Finchley Road, Hampstead, London, NW3 6BT
Snapcare Specialist Recruitment has been supplying Support Workers, Personal Assistants, Buddies, Enablers, SEND Nannies & Mannies, Night Carers, and Home Care Nurses to adults, young people, and children with disabilities or additional needs across the UK and worldwide since 2001. They were founded by an SEN Nanny. thus their expertise in the industry.
91 Great Eastern Street, Shoreditch, City of London, London, EC2A 3HZ
Venrec Group recruit across a range of sectors such as IT Support, Nursery & Childcare, Logistics & Warehouse Health & Social Care, Accountancy, Office Admin, Construction and Architecture. Based in Maidstone, they staff all levels of roles and have previously sourced Compliance Managers, Class 1 Drivers and Care Assistants across the UK.
4 Kings Row Armstrong Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 6AQ
Knighton Personnel supplies the Administration, Child Care, Driving, Industrial, and Social Care sectors with workforce solutions throughout the Waltham Forest area. Their consultants have over 50 years of combined industry experience and are available 24/7.
97 Old Church Road, Chingford, London, E4 6ST
ODIN Recruitment is a multi-sector recruitment firm hiring applicants in IT, Telecoms, FMCG & Manufacturing, Utilities and Industrial. incorporated in 2016, they have worked with companies, such as those in Structured Cabling, Network Solutions, and Infrastructure Support, nationwide. They recruit for permanent and contract job openings from their office in Cheadle. They are also the official recruitment partner of Stockport County FC.
Cheadle Place Stockport Road, Cheadle, Cheshire, SK8 2JX
The Recruitment Hub is a staffing firm that provides full-service recruitment solutions to the Commercial, HR & Recruitment, Marketing, Sales, and Technical sectors. They have worked with companies like Xero, Conergy, Star Digital, Conga, and Solatube. The agency recruits for roles like Internal Sales Specialist, Account Executive, Sales Development Executive, Sales Coordinator, Technical Project Manager, etc.
Mereditch Barn Hanney Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX13 6AW
Wizard Staff Solutions has 20 years of experience recruiting Childcare & Cleaning personnel. They operate across the South of England & the Midlands and recruit for roles such as Qualified Nursery Nurses and Nursery Assistants.
3 Kinsbourne Court, 96-100 Luton Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 3BL
The Dove Partnership delivers personnel to the Accounts, Property, HR, IT, Logistics, and Marketing Industries. The company is based in Hertfordshire, was established in 2003, and has also been recruiting candidates for the Commercial and Industrial sectors. Some roles they recruit for include Facilities Support Operative, Junior Construction Admin, and Accounts Admin Assistant.
Millars Three, Southmill Road, Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 3DH
Recruiting Together helps match job seekers and companies from a wide range of sectors including Accounting, Engineering, Healthcare, Sales and IT among others. They help fill part-time and full-time positions such as SAP Recruiter, Service Delivery Manager and Front End Developer. The agency is based in Bournemouth and serves clients across the UK.
Studio 308, 2 Lansdowne Crescent, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 1SA
PDR Group is a national market recruiter that delivers staffing services to an extensive client portfolio in the Commercial and Industrial sectors. They cover a broad range of industries, including Administration, Aviation, Charity, Construction, Engineering, HR, IT, Legal, Logistics, Marketing, Operations, Sales, Technology, and Warehouse. The agency has been filling various permanent, temporary, and contract appointments for over 12 years.
Midsummer Cottage, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN5 7PG
DegreeSix Recruitment delivers recruitment services in Social Care and Special Educational Needs and Disability, focusing on Behaviour, Mental Health and Disabilities. With an office in Leicester, they find Support Workers, Teachers and Childcare Practitioners for permanent, temporary and contract jobs. They were formed in 2014 and have built a customer portfolio that includes Cambian and the National Autistic Society.
Floor 3, Mercury Place, St Georges Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 1QG
PDR Group, taking pride in having over 30 years of recruitment knowledge, assists commercial and industrial institutions in Kent, Sussex, Surrey and London in their staffing requirements. They work on permanent and temporary assignments in accounting, construction, engineering, HR, IT, operations and other fields. They are located in Tunbridge Wells and have a client catalogue that includes Cuisine Studios, Re-Go Autoparts Ltd and Infor.
First Floor 33 Mount Pleasant Rd, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1 1PN
Ace24 Healthcare has been supplying permanent and temporary contract healthcare professionals like registered and specialist nurses and healthcare assistants since 2014 to both public and private clients like NHS trusts, private hospitals and individuals. Specialisms they have are outreach support, live-in care and more. Based in Colchester, they are regulated by the Care Quality Commission and affiliated with the UK Home Care Association.
3 Lanswood Park, Broomfield Road, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7FD
Harmony at Home Nanny Agency supplies Childcare and Household personnel both in the UK and overseas. Available jobs include Nannies, Maternity Nurses, Housekeepers and Gardeners. Since their establishment in 2004, they have already won 7 awards, such as Best Nanny & Household Staffing Agency in the UK at the 2021 LUXlife Parent & Baby Awards. While they are mainly based in London, they have branches across the UK and internationally as well.
37 High Street Princes Risborough, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP27 0AE
R.A Staffing Solutions is a specialist agency for the supply of Temporary and Permanent Staff. We recruit for Health, Education and Social Care Sectors based in Birmingham and Greater Manchester. We supply staff to registered Children's Homes, Supported Accommodations for young people/adults, Care Homes and Education settings. We are also happy to discuss other services you require.
11 St Paul's Square, Birmingham, West Midlands, B3 1RB
We’re Complete Jobs, one of the UK’s leading recruitment agencies for health and education staffing. Whether you’re a skilled candidate looking to make a difference, or an eager employer trying to find your next superstar, our dedicated team can find the right solutions for you. We recruit for permanent, temporary and contract roles of all levels. Contact us today.
5-7 High Rd, Plaistow, London, E13 0AD
ACR Recruitment & Training is an agency specialising in several sectors including Childcare, Education and Engineering. We work on permanent and temporary assignments such as Nursery Nurse, Early Years Educator, and more. Based in Coventry, with branches in Birmingham, Northampton and Oxford.
2 The Quadrant, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 2EL
We specialise in dealing with people with learning disabilities and challenging behaviours. We support people with complex needs like mental health and drug abuse. We provide day to day home and hospital care. We also provide support, escort services appointments and other structure activities. We provide both part time and temporary roles in health care assistance and nursing for day and night shifts. We are motivation care.
west Suite 214, Watling Street, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 0BD
JacksonWellRecruitment has been providing an efficient, effective and enjoyable staffing experience to job seekers and employers since 2020. We know that a resume is important, but it’s a piece of paper that has a story and an individual behind it. Our job as consultants is to understand the specific needs of employers and job seekers to help bring together the perfect match in expertise, skill and personality.
1st Floor Management Suite, Chester, Cheshire, CH4 0DE
Permanent & temporary recruitment in Early Years Childcare and Education. We operate in Greater London and the England Counties. Megalo offers a friendly, people centred approach to early years and education recruitment including nanny recruitment. We will listen to you, be guided by you, be honest with you, manage your expectations, and we will always do the right thing. We recruit all levels up to senior management.
Stockwood Rise, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 2EA