American nanny working in UK

[MrsCurly]

I wonder if anyone can give me advice on the legality of employing an American nanny here in the UK.

I am very keen to employ her as she seems great and has excellent references. She has just moved to the UK with her boyfriend as he is studying here. She says she has the right to work here.

I've read here before that Americans can't come as au pairs. She says she can do any job while she is here. Is this right?? Surely if you employ someone from overseas you have to show that no local person can do the job? Or are there visas available which are open ended?

If anyone can give any advice on the legal situation Id be very gratfeful. I'd love to employ her but I want to make sure it is all above board, as I know I could be prosecuted otherwise.

With many thanks and best wishes,

MrsC

Ah right Mrs. In that case it should be fine.

I think it will depend on the length and type of course that her husband boyfriend is studying. If he is studying for less than a year, or if his course is not at degree level or above then she won't be allowed to work.