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Thinking about welcoming a live-out nanny into your home?

What is the role of a live-out nanny in London?

If you’ve decided that hiring a nanny is the right childcare solution for your family, opting for a live-out nanny can offer an ideal balance of professional support and home life continuity. Whether you’re based in the UK or abroad, a live-out nanny provides high-quality, personalised care while maintaining clear boundaries between work and personal space.

 

With a dedicated nanny, you gain the reassurance of consistent, one-on-one care from someone who becomes a trusted part of your child’s daily life. Unlike nurseries or rotating childcare providers, a nanny offers stability, familiarity, and a personalised approach that aligns with your parenting style and household routines.

 

Flexible, Practical Support Tailored to You

 

Live-out nannies are an excellent option for families who prefer to maintain privacy in their home outside of working hours or who may not have space to accommodate a live-in arrangement. They typically work set hours during the day, making them a great choice for families with a more structured schedule – though flexibility can often be arranged where needed.

 

From early mornings to school pickups and after-school activities, a live-out nanny can provide vital support during the busiest times of your day. This includes help with meal prep for the children, tidying up after playtime, supporting daily routines, and planning engaging, age-appropriate activities that foster development and creativity.

 

Nanny Responsibilities: What to Expect

 

While every family’s needs are unique, live-out nannies generally take on a wide range of childcare duties, including:

  • Preparing meals and snacks for the children

  • Managing the school run and attending extracurricular activities

  • Helping with homework and educational activities

  • Organising playdates and outings

  • Assisting with dressing, bathing, and daily routines

  • Keeping play areas tidy and encouraging organisation

 

It’s important to note that nanny duties are primarily focused on childcare. Tasks such as deep cleaning, ironing, or cooking for the entire family typically fall outside their responsibilities unless specifically agreed upon in advance.

 

Building Strong Bonds and Supporting Development

 

One of the greatest benefits of hiring a live-out nanny is the continuity of care that supports your child’s emotional and social development. Over time, your child builds a strong bond with their nanny, which fosters a sense of security, trust, and confidence. Whether it’s sharing stories, exploring the outdoors, or tackling a school project together, these shared experiences help shape your child’s growth in meaningful ways.

 

Adaptable to Evolving Family Needs

 

As your family grows and changes, your childcare needs may evolve too. A good nanny relationship is built on open communication, flexibility, and mutual respect. It’s always helpful to discuss any changes to routines, expectations, or schedules as early as possible to ensure a positive, long-term working relationship.

 

Expertly Vetted Live-Out Nannies from Fox and Cubs Nanny Agency

 

At Fox and Cubs Nanny Agency, we specialise in connecting families both in the UK and internationally with professional, experienced live-out nannies. Whether you’re looking for full-time support or a part-time solution, we offer a tailored, hands-on matching service that aligns with your family’s specific values, routine, and lifestyle.

 

We take great care in getting to know our families and our nannies, ensuring each placement is a great fit for both sides. All our candidates are thoroughly vetted, with full background checks and verified references, giving you confidence and peace of mind. We also provide ongoing support and regular check-ins after placement to ensure everything continues to run smoothly.

Whether you’re based in London, elsewhere in the UK, or internationally, we’d love to support you in finding the right live-out nanny for your family.

Reach out to Fox and Cubs Nanny Agency for an informal conversation about your childcare needs — and let us support you in finding the ideal nanny for your family.

 

Some of our recent live-out nanny placements across London (English-speaking & multilingual):

  • Kensington (W8): English-speaking nanny for school-aged children, professional household

  • Hampstead (NW3): French-speaking nanny, long-term role with travel opportunities

  • Holland Park (W14): Spanish-speaking nanny, toddler care, gentle parenting approach

  • Knightsbridge (SW1X): Portuguese-speaking nanny for infant, private accommodation available

  • Chelsea (SW3): English-speaking nanny in bilingual home, toddler-focused care

  • Mayfair (W1K): Arabic-speaking nanny for twins, travel flexibility required

  • St John’s Wood (NW8): French-speaking nanny, sole charge for baby and toddler

  • Belgravia (SW1W): English-speaking nanny, structured routine for older children

  • Richmond (TW10): Spanish-speaking nanny, outdoor-loving family environment

  • Notting Hill (W11): French-speaking nanny, school-age support with light household duties

  • Primrose Hill (NW1): Portuguese-speaking nanny, toddler care with Montessori experience preferred

  • South Kensington (SW7): Arabic-speaking nanny, baby care in bilingual family

  • Wimbledon Village (SW19): English-speaking nanny, infant role with strong routine focus

Why Us

Our Nanny & Private Staff Agency Strength

Same Day Candidates Profiles

Vetted, Qualified Nannies

Personalized Nanny Matching

Bilingual and Cultural Expertise

Ongoing Support and Check-ins

Tailored to Family's Needs

Flexibility (Live-in, Temporary, Part-time)

Exclusive Family Events

Our Mission

Your Family is Everything

Because every family is different, our Nanny & Private Staff Agency offers a personalised selection of candidates tailored to your family’s unique needs.

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Customised solution: we provide services & options that address your specific needs

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We personally know everyone that we recommend, ensuring you can trust us to connect your family with reliable and vetted professionals

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We genuinely love the families and staff we work with. 

This connection fuels our dedication to providing care, trust, and support at every step

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We believe in the amazing benefits in being exposed to different languages. We can help with your searches for all languages.

 

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Your questions Answered

FAQS

Our English and bilingual nannies are here to help you with all children related activities throughout the day and to make your life simple! Typical nanny duties include:

 

  • Creating a safe and stimulating environment for the children
  • Taking care of the children’s bath
  • Planning meals, preparing food, and/or feeding the children
  • Arranging playdates / Going to baby groups activities
  • Indoor and outdoor play
  • Educational activities and crafts
  • Walking or driving the children to school
  • Reading to the children
  • Help with homework
  • Organising bedrooms/toys
  • Administering medicine with parents’ consent, if necessary
  • Maintaining logs for the parents
  • Light housekeeping, including children’s laundry

We have experienced nannies who are trained to work with children with special needs. We discuss their experience during the interview we have with them, and we also ask if they would be willing to work again with children with special needs.

 

During our initial phone call, we would discuss your child’s specific requirements to understand the specificities, to find a nanny who has the appropriate skills and experience to provide the best care and support.

Yes, we have nannies who are trained in, and adhere to specific educational philosophies like Montessori, Waldorf, and others. We can match you with a nanny whose approach aligns with your educational preferences for your children.

We have specialised maternity nurses and nannies with extensive experience in newborn and infant care. They provide expert support in areas such as feeding, sleep training, and early development, ensuring your baby receives the best possible care.

Our nannies go through a rigorous selection process. We conduct in-depth interviews, thorough background checks, verify references, and ensure each candidate has valid First Aid and DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) certification. Additionally, we assess their childcare experience and qualifications, ensuring they align with our high standards.

All our nannies have relevant childcare experience, and many hold formal childcare qualifications. Some have additional certifications in child development or education. A lot of nannies fluent in both English and an additional language (French, Spanish, Italian, Arabic, Russian…) ensuring complete language immersion if this is something you are looking for.

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