Your perfect search journey with our Nanny & Private Staff Agency
How we work
Our Bespoke Approach
Get In Touch
Contact us to discuss your childcare needs, tell us more about your family and what you are looking for in a nanny.
Pro Tip: Working with families since 2012, we are experts at working with you to fully define exactly what you need for your family.
Start The Search
Once you have signed our Terms and Conditions, the search for your perfect candidates begins. We DO NOT charge a registration fee!
Pro Tip: Our T&Cs are ‘no placement, no fee’ and include an extensive replacement guarantee, to give you complete peace of mind.
Vetting
We thoroughly vet all candidates to make sure they are suitably qualified and experienced, with exceptional references.
Pro Tip: All candidates are personally interviewed by our team before being presented to you and all have the right to work.
Shortlisting
We search candidates from our existing book of nannies and the open market, creating a shortlist of suitable nannies that match your needs. Pro Tip: With 15 years of experience, we have an extensive book of the highest quality nannies, and our recruitment process is slick and robust.
Selection
We organise face-to-face or video interviews, and live trials with your preferred candidates so you can make the final selection.
Pro Tip: We take care of all these logistics, meaning you can focus all your attention on choosing the nanny that will be the best fit for your family.
Placement & Ongoing support
Once you have made an offer of employment, we can advise on everything from salary and contract terms, through to HMRC registration.
Pro Tip: We remain available after the placement for any further queries you might have and guarantee a replacement for up to 4 months after the placement in the unlikely event that things don't work out between you and your staff
Always Transparent
Our Agency Fees
We are pleased to offer free client registration, allowing us to begin the search immediately after our initial phone call. Call us today on 020 3838 2588.
Your dedicated consultant will proactively and efficiently guide you through every step of the process—from selecting top candidates and arranging interviews to coordinating trials and finalising contracts. We work with care and attention to detail, ensuring a seamless experience. Our commitment doesn’t stop at placement—we provide exceptional ongoing support, staying by your side to ensure a successful and lasting match for both families and candidates.
Our fee follows industry-standard rates, based on a percentage of the total first-year salary (52 weeks). This one-time payment is only applicable in the first year. VAT applies.
We provide the following at no extra cost:
- Free registration
- Trial arrangement
- Salary negotiation support
- Contract assistance
- Employment guidance
- Nanny tax calculations
- Exclusive expert-led training webinars for our nannies
All our returning clients benefit from 10% off (including families who booked a maternity nurse through us)
Childcare Services
- Full time placements (above 30 hours): 14%
- Part time / Weekend placements (min 15 hours per week/ up to 30 hours): 17%
- Rota / Governess placements: 15%
- Overseas / Travel placements: 20%
- Maternity Nurses: £30 a day / £200 a week
- Temporary staff from 1 – 12 weeks – £40 a day / £250 a week
- Temporary staff over 12 weeks: 20% of the annual candidate salary
Private Household Services
- Full time Housekeepers: 15%
- Part time Housekeepers: 17%
- PAs / House managers: 15%
- Butler / Chef/ Chauffeurs: 15%
- Overseas / Travel placements: 20%
- Overseas Temporary staff from 1 – 12 weeks – £50 per day
- Temporary staff over 12 weeks: 20% of the annual candidate salary
Candidates salaries indications
What is being said about Fox & Cubs
Reviews From Our Happy Families & Candidates
Your questions Answered
FAQS
How does the tax and payroll process work when employing a nanny with your Nanny Agency?
As an employer, you are responsible for managing your nanny’s payroll, which means they become an employee and you are liable to pay employer taxes, including National Insurance contributions. We recommend using a payroll service that specialises in nanny employment to handle these responsibilities efficiently. Our agency can connect you with trusted payroll providers, and guide you through the process.
How long does the placement process take?
The placement process can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, depending on your specific requirements and the availability of suitable nannies. We are usually able to send you profiles the same day or the day after you register with us. We will keep looking and sending you profiles, until we find a suitable candidate for your family.
What areas do you serve?
We serve families in London and surrounding areas. We can also help with placements abroad, and have successfully placed candidates in France, Italy, Germany, Monaco…
What are the fees for hiring a nanny through Fox & Cubs?
Childcare Services
- Full time placements (above 30 hours): 14%
- Part time / Weekend placements (min 15 hours per week/ up to 30 hours): 17%
- Rota / Governess placements: 15%
- Overseas / Travel placements: 20%
- Maternity Nurses: £30 a day / £200 a week
- Temporary staff from 1 – 12 weeks – £40 a day / £250 a week
- Temporary staff over 12 weeks: 20% of the annual candidate salary
How do I register with Fox & Cubs to find a nanny?
We are pleased to offer free client registration, allowing us to begin the search immediately after our initial phone call, once you signed our terms and conditions.
What is your replacement policy?
We offer free replacement during the first four month of the employment. If during this period, the family feels the arrangement isn’t working, we offer support in finding a suitable replacement. Our goal is to ensure complete satisfaction for both families and candidates.
