Are you and your family in need of private childcare? Here you will find information about the different childcare options you can choose from.
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Many people get confused over the concepts au-pair, nanny, mothers help, maternity nurses and baby-sitters. On the following pages we are explaining the differences between them. Hopefully by reading this you will get a better idea out what type of carer suites your family’s specific needs.
1. AU-PAIRS
An au-pair might be an option for the busy mum whop needs an extra hand on a daily basis. A typical au-pair is between 18 - 27 and has got a genuine interest in children and has got a bit of childcare experience. She/he will at least have finished compulsory education and has a desire to go overseas to experience a new culture and learn a foreign language. An au pair should be treated as part of the family. The idea is for them to stay and work for you in exchange for a pocket salary, room and board. They will in general stay for 6 - 12 months and go to families in cities or in rural areas. All our aupairs speak good English and some of them drive.
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2. MOTHERS HELPS
This might be an option for the mother who works from home . A mothers help is as carer who has got a genuine interest in children who works under supervision on the daily running of the household. The mothers' help will have at least 1 year relevant experience and/or a qualification and will have a very good level of English.
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3. NANNIES
This is a person who looks after you child(ren) in your own home. She has a genuine interest in children. Normally they have some form of childcare qualification (NVQ, NNEB, BTEC) or relevant experience (at least 2 years with us) which equips them to provide a stimulating, safe and positive learning environment in which your children can develop.
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4. MATERNITY NURSES/NIGHT NANNIES
A maternity nurse is a great help after you have had your baby and left the hospital. The maternity nurse will give you the confidence to cope quickly and can give you a routine to suit your family needs.
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5. BABY-SITTERS
Qualified or experienced nannies are available for baby-sitting all over London for our registered families. They charge £7-£10 per hour and you have to pay them for at least 4 hours at the time.
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6. HOUSEKEEPERS
If you need help with domestic duties, a housekeeper may be the perfect option for you. They can either live with you or come in daily. Some housekeepers are also experienced with older or younger children and may be able to care for them as welll if you wish
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