Thinking about welcoming a Temporary Nanny into your home?

If you’ve decided that flexible, professional childcare is the right solution for your family — especially during times of transition or travel — a temporary nanny can offer trusted, responsive care exactly when it’s needed. Whether you’re based in London, elsewhere in the UK, or abroad, a skilled temp nanny provides consistent support without the commitment of a long-term hire.

Temporary nannies step in for a set period — whether to cover holidays, help post-birth, or bridge a gap between permanent hires — offering calm, competent care with minimal disruption to your family routine.

Flexibility That Fits Around You

Unlike ad-hoc babysitters or full-time placements, temporary nannies bring structure and experience with the adaptability your schedule requires. They’re especially useful for families in the middle of a move, returning to work, needing cover for travel, or simply navigating a short-term childcare gap.

Temporary nannies can live in or live out and are accustomed to integrating smoothly into homes, offering consistency and stability from day one.

Typical Responsibilities of a Temporary Nanny

While every placement is different, most temp nannies provide:

• Full or shared care for babies, toddlers, or school-aged children

• Preparing meals, snacks, and bottles

• Managing daily routines: school runs, naps, play, and outings

• Helping with light nursery duties or tidying children’s spaces

• Keeping children engaged with play, crafts, or age-appropriate learning

• Stepping in while parents travel, recover postnatally, or work intensively

Some temporary nannies may also provide night support or travel with families, depending on the nature of the role.

Peace of Mind, Without Long-Term Commitment

Temporary nannies offer a high standard of care in a short-term format — allowing your household to function smoothly during busy or uncertain periods. Whether you need someone for a few days, a couple of weeks, or a few months, they bring experience, structure, and warmth exactly when it counts.

Expertly Placed Temporary Nannies from Fox and Cubs Nanny Agency

At Fox and Cubs Nanny Agency, we’re experienced in placing professional temporary nannies with families across London and internationally. Whether you’re looking for emergency help, interim cover, or short-term support during a life change, we’ll match you with someone who’s not only qualified, but ready to hit the ground running.

All our temporary candidates are thoroughly vetted, DBS checked, reference-verified, and experienced in adapting quickly to new homes and routines.

We also provide ongoing agency support throughout your booking — ensuring things go smoothly from start to finish.

Reach out to Fox and Cubs Nanny Agency for an informal conversation about your childcare needs — and let us help you find the ideal support to keep your home running beautifully.

Some of our recent Temporary Nanny placements across London (English-speaking & multilingual):

Kensington (W8) – English-speaking temporary nanny, 2 children under 5, live-out, 4 weeks cover
Hampstead (NW3) – Italian-speaking temporary nanny, newborn twins, full days, 6-week booking
Chelsea (SW3) – French-speaking temporary nanny, 1-year-old, mornings only, 3-month contract
Notting Hill (W11) – Spanish-speaking temporary nanny, toddler, part-time afternoons, 8 weeks
Belgravia (SW1W) – German-speaking temporary nanny, baby & preschooler, live-in, 1-month cover
St John’s Wood (NW8) – Arabic-speaking temporary nanny, preschooler, full days, 5 weeks
Wimbledon (SW19) – Portuguese-speaking temporary nanny, 3-year-old, mornings only, 2 months
Clapham (SW4) – Mandarin-speaking temporary nanny, siblings under 6, full days, 4-week placement
Highgate (N6) – Russian-speaking temporary nanny, newborn, live-in, 3 weeks cover
Battersea (SW11) – Swedish-speaking temporary nanny, toddler twins, 24/5 shift pattern, 6 weeks