Nanny / Childcare Professional – Full-time, Part-time, or Flexible – East London
Are you an experienced Nanny or Childcare Provider looking for flexible work across St Albans and surrounding area? Join British Nannies as a Back-Up Nanny and become part of a trusted childcare team providing high-quality home-based care.
About the Role
We are currently hiring 2 professional Nannies to join our dynamic and diverse childcare team. As a Back-Up Nanny, you will work with various families across London, Winchester, and surrounding areas, offering in-home childcarewhen their regular caregiver is unavailable.
This flexible position is ideal for nannies, childminders, nursery workers, early years practitioners, and childcare assistants looking to build strong relationships with local families without being tied to one employer.
What We Offer
✅ Flexible hours – Choose from 20+, 30+, 40+ hours/week or ad-hoc nanny work
✅ Up to £16.91/hour (gross) – Depending on your childcare experience and qualifications
✅ Weekly pay – Paid promptly every week
✅ Travel pay for longer commutes
✅ Bonus pay – Earn up to 4 extra hours for select jobs
✅ Work-life balance – Your well-being is our priority
✅ Work anywhere in the UK – We support your relocation
✅ Start within 2 days – Fast-track onboarding
✅ Auto-enrol pension and performance bonuses
✅ Permanent, temporary, full-time, part-time, or zero-hours contracts available
Job Responsibilities
- Provide safe, nurturing, and engaging care to children in their own homes
- Follow family instructions and routines
- Build trusting relationships with both children and parents
- Be adaptable – every family and child is unique
- Communicate clearly with parents and our support team
Key Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years' paid nanny or childcare experience (or 2 years with a relevant qualification – e.g., Level 2/3 Childcare, Early Years, CACHE, or NVQ)
- Willing to obtain or currently hold:
- Paediatric First Aid Certificate
- Enhanced DBS Certificate (within the last 12 months or on the Update Service)
- Excellent reliability, punctuality, and communication skills
- Self-motivated and organized
- Confident working independently
Job Types Available
- Nanny
- Live-out Nanny
- Emergency Nanny
- Temporary Nanny
- Childcare Worker
Typical Work Patterns
- 4 to 12-hour shifts
- Day shifts, night shifts, weekends
- School holidays and term-time availability
- Overtime opportunities
Apply Now
If you're a passionate childcare professional ready for a rewarding role, we want to hear from you!
Apply directly: https://www.british-nannies.co.uk/join/
View live jobs: Visit our Jobs Board for current family requests.
About British Nannies
We are a trusted provider of temporary, emergency, and flexible childcare across the UK. Whether covering nursery closures, school holidays, or last-minute family needs, we support families with reliable, professional nannies.
Accredited Living Wage Employer
Recognised as a Disability Confident Employer
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.85-£16.21 per hour
Work Location: In person