about us
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Our Mission
Our Values
Happy Families Nannies have been operating since 2016. We are an agency like no other; we pride ourselves on forging excellent relationships with our clients and candidates alike, based on trust, confidentiality and kindness. We are a placement agency and specialise in finding high-quality, highly experienced childcare professionals and educators with that extra spark!
Jessica runs the agency; she used to be a nanny for many years. She adored every moment of working as a nanny and gained some wonderful long-lasting friendships with the families that she worked for. Jess felt the most incredible sense of achievement knowing that the children that she cared for had blossomed and evolved into happy, polite and solid little people.
When she had her own children, she simply didn’t have the time to continue to be a permanent and full-time nanny; therefore, she chose the next best thing and decided to run an agency whereby she can help other like-minded childcarers to help find lovely families to work for and to support families like hers, with young children, to find that special person that is going to form a bond with the children and become an integral part of the family.
Jess genuinely feels inspired every day doing what she loves, helping passionate, caring and skilled childcarers find their dream job and helping busy families find their Mary Poppins!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why use Happy Families Nanny Agency instead of hiring independently?
Using a reputable nanny agency in London ensures you hire a fully vetted, experienced and trustworthy childcare professional. As an established London nanny agency run by an ex nanny and dedicated mum, we carefully screen every candidate through interviews, reference checks, enhanced DBS verification and right-to-work checks.
When you hire a nanny through our agency, you save time, reduce risk and gain peace of mind knowing your children are cared for by a professional nanny in London who has been thoroughly assessed.
2. What types of nannies do you place in London?
Our London nanny agency provides a wide range of professional nanny services across Central London and Greater London, including:
- Full-time nannies
- Part-time nannies
- Live-in nannies in London
- Live-out nannies in London
- Temporary and emergency nannies
- After-school nannies
- Holiday and travel nannies
- Maternity nurses and newborn care specialists
- Nanny-housekeepers
- Child friendly housekeepers
Whether you need a daily nanny in Hampstead, a live-in nanny in Hackney, or after-school childcare in Central London, we tailor each placement to your family.
3. How do you vet your nannies?
As a trusted nanny agency in London, we follow a strict screening process. Every nanny must:
- Attend a detailed interview over a video call or in person
- Provide at least two recent childcare references
- Hold an enhanced DBS check
- Have valid right-to-work documentation in the UK
- Hold paediatric first aid certification
- Demonstrate proven childcare experience
Our priority is providing safe, reliable childcare in London for your family.
4. How much does it cost to hire a nanny in London?
Nanny salaries in London vary depending on experience, hours and whether the role is live-in or live-out.
Typical 2026 London nanny rates:
- Live-out nanny London: £18–£22+ gross per hour
- Live-in nanny London: £35,000–£55,000+ gross per year
We provide tailored salary guidance based on your location in London, number of children and required duties.
5. What are our responsibilities when hiring a nanny in London?
When you hire a nanny in London, you become their employer. This includes:
- Registering for PAYE
- Paying tax and National Insurance
- Providing paid holiday entitlement
- Issuing a written employment contract
- Contributing to a workplace pension (if applicable)
Our nanny agency can recommend trusted London nanny payroll services to make the process simple.
6. How long does it take to find a nanny in London?
Most families looking to hire a nanny in London receive suitable candidate profiles within a few days. More specialist roles (such as rota nannies or multilingual nannies) may take longer. As a leading London nanny agency, we prioritise finding the right long-term match rather than rushing the process.
7. Can we trial the nanny before hiring?
We always recommend trialling shortlisted Nannies after interview stage if you feel they may be suitable for your vacancy. We can help you to arrange:
- Video interviews
- In-person interviews in London
- Paid trial days
This ensures both the nanny and family feel confident before confirming the placement.
8. Do you provide emergency or temporary childcare in London?
Yes. Our nanny agency offers temporary nanny services in London, including:
- Emergency childcare
- Short-term cover
- Holiday nanny placements
- Event childcare
Availability depends on demand, so we recommend contacting us as early as possible.
9. What duties does a London nanny typically perform?
A professional nanny in London focuses primarily on childcare responsibilities, including:
- Sole-charge care
- School and nursery runs
- Planning educational activities
- Preparing healthy meals for children
- Children’s laundry and organisation
If you require additional household support, we can place a nanny-housekeeper in London.
10. What areas of London do you cover?
Our London nanny agency places nannies across:
- Hampstead
- Mill Hill
- Kensington
- Chiswick
- Wimbledon
- Chelsea
- Hackney
- Islington
- Hertfordshire
- Richmond….and all areas in North, South, East and West London and Surrey, and we are happy to consider other areas also..!
11. What happens if the placement does not work out?
While we carefully match every family with the right nanny in London, we understand circumstances can change. We offer a replacement guarantee period (see our terms and conditions for details), giving families added reassurance.
Hire a Nanny in London Today
If you are searching for a trusted nanny agency in London, our team is here to help. We provide professional, discreet and fully vetted nanny placements across London.
Contact Us today to discuss your childcare needs and begin your search for the perfect nanny in London.
“Jess at Happy Families Nannies has been a real lifesaver for me and my family – we needed a nanny urgently and she moved so swiftly and efficiently, able to understand what our needs and wishes were. She has been extremely patient to answer all my (many!) questions and I have been delighted with how professional but also lovely she has been!”.”
Lucia, London