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The important art of giving and receiving feedback
Communicating effectively and having a healthy mutual exchange of feedback does not always feel easy. However, it is absolutely fundamental to the success of the nanny/family relationship, and in our experience, it is the main underlying reason for employment...
Tax efficient childcare – an up to date summary
While nannies are not eligible for the 15 or 30 hours of free childcare provision currently made by the government for 3-4 year olds, the good news is that you may still be able to benefit from certain forms of tax efficient childcare (subject to eligibility), which...
Welcome to Happy Families Home Support!
Exciting news! Happy Families Nannies is launching a brand new sister company, Happy Families Home Support. Happy Families Home Support is a high quality recruitment agency specialising in bespoke non-medical home support for the elderly and disabled. Since founding...

Do you know about the British Association of Professional Nannies?
Maybe you do, maybe you don’t, so let’s try a quick Q&A…. Q: What is BAPN? A: BAPN is the British Association of Professional Nannies. It is the UK’s only professional association which focuses solely on nannies. Q: What would I get as a...
Interview technique – it is important for both nannies and families!
With the busiest season of the year for nanny job changes fast approaching, many nannies and families will be facing the prospect of interviews. We know from experience that some of the most experienced and well qualified nannies can struggle in the interview stages...
Welcome to Vicky Everett, running our new Surrey and Hampshire branch
Today, I am delighted to announce that we are further expanding the geographical coverage of Happy Families Nannies, with a new branch opening in Surrey and Hampshire. Our new branch will be managed by Vicky Everett - here is her story: "I’m a Mum of three very...
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