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Cost of a full time nanny

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threeisacharm18 · 13/05/2023 16:24

I looked into the cost of a full time nanny for 2 under 2,8.30-5.30pm: and also pick up a school aged child.

. It's coming up at well over £40k inc employer contribution. Is this right? Assuming £15 per hour.

It's actually working out to cheaper to use a nursery for 2 kids

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useitorlose · 16/05/2023 09:40

I had a nanny back in 2000 and with tax and NI payments it cost us around £450/week even then.

nannynick · 16/05/2023 06:11

You don't need to use a recruitment agency. I have not had a job via an agency since 2008. It is a more work for you to advertise and screen candidates but childcare listings sites make the costs much lower than using an agency.
ChildcareCoUk, ArmyOfNannies.
Nanny payroll companies can help with contract, payslips, pension scheme etc.

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threeisacharm18 · 15/05/2023 22:58

Thanks for the replies. I just wanted to be sure as I had a nanny come to help out for one day and she asked why I don't use a nanny for regular care. I said the reason was the cost.

I'd love to afford a nanny tbh. But the sums didn't add up for me. With a nanny I suppose it works out a bit cheaper if I factor in 3 kids. But I remember the agency fees made things look v. Expensive . I'll have another look at the sums.

I don't expect a nanny to do domestic duties but it's good to know that's an option.

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SherbetDips · 14/05/2023 10:40

A nanny is a luxury, we provide one on one childcare, we work when kids are sick , school holidays etc

we cook meals, do their laundry, keep their toy areas and rooms tidy and organised.

we arrange play dates, we plan fun outdone and activity’s and
work long hours to cover your work commute, and after school care.

we can accompany you on holiday so you have an onsite babysitter

we provide love and care on a more personal level then a nursery could provide.

so yes we are expensive but it’s because we provide a high level of care.

mdh2020 · 14/05/2023 08:52

DS has given up his job as a Primary school teacher as the nanny was basically taking up most of his salary. The family is much happier and more stable now. It all depends on how much you value your career.

nannynick · 14/05/2023 08:14

You mention a school aged child, so need to compare to nursery costs plus wraparound care for school aged child, plus school holiday care.

So does not compare to 2 children at nursery... it compares to 3 children in the care of a mix of providers.

A nanny offers convenience. They can care for all 3 children without you needing to take your children to different places.

Generally I would say that for 2 children, other forms of care are lower cost. For three 3 children it tips the other way and a nanny becomes more cost effective.

I nanny part time. Parents who have me as their nanny use a combination of childcare providers, plus doing some themselves. So they use a nursery a few days for younger child, use before/after school care for older child, have me one or two days per week, have a day when they do a day or have grandparents do a day. That may get a bit messy but can keep the cost down.

Businessflake · 14/05/2023 08:10

That’s actually a short day for a nanny, so you may need to pay a slightly higher hourly rate to make the role attractive for people.

nannynick · 14/05/2023 08:07

I make it around £39k plus mileage if they use their car, plus food/drink whilst on duty. Plus then activities costs - toddler group, swimming, going to the park/playground etc. So could easily be over £40k once all totalled up.

AngryBirdsNoMore · 13/05/2023 16:29

Compared to nursery which is £1700-2000 a month, although allows for longer days (most around here open 7-7).

AngryBirdsNoMore · 13/05/2023 16:29

Yes, that sounds about right around (west London). £40-50k here.

TheSnowyOwl · 13/05/2023 16:26

£15 an hour sounds right (although plenty are more). Nursery is here is £450-500 per week, so it depends on their costs whether it’s cheaper or not.

Freefall212 · 13/05/2023 16:26

Nannies aren't about saving money. They are about convenience (no drop offs, picks up, sick days etc) and a different style of child care.