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Nanny extra work

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dollydog1 · 13/06/2017 13:00

Hi there,

I need some advice - I am a nanny for a great family and I work 3 days a week. I am thinking of taking on some extra work on the 1 or 2 days I don't work for them, due to financial difficulties. I have only been with them 4/5 months and the Mum asked me a couple of times at my interview if I was planning on taking on extra work, to which I said no. They pay me well, etc (but I also work very hard for them - which they've praised me for, several times). I'm quite a shy person and find it hard to talk to people, although during a cup of tea one day, when we were chatting I did mention my situation, just to get it off my chest as I have told no-one. I suppose what I'm trying to work out is whether I run me thinking of taking on extra work past my boss because I don't want anything to interfere with my job, as I really enjoy it and because they are extremely wealthy I don't want her to think I am hinting at any financial help which Im sure she won't but I am ashamed of my situation and it would kill me if they thought that. Any advice please xx

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usersos · 13/06/2017 13:05

You don't have to tell her you're taking on extra work nor the reasons for it.
If you do want another job on the other days you don't work then that's totally fine and if you feel you want to tell her then you can reassure her that you love your job , it's not going to affect what you do for her it's just you want a few extra hours.....x

AccidentalMagic · 13/06/2017 13:09

You are under no obligation to tell them.

Your days off are your free time to do with as you wish.

Maryann1975 · 13/06/2017 13:21

You don't have to ask permission from them to take any extra jobs, but maybe if you mentioned it to them, they might be able to find you a few extra hours or have a friend looking for a nanny so be able to put you in touch. There is generally nothing to be ashamed of having financial problems and trying to work/earn your way out of them.

nannynick · 13/06/2017 19:40

Agree a gross salary in the new job. Try to avoid messing with tax code in the existing job, then it won't change how much it costs your current employer.

Blondeshavemorefun · 14/06/2017 10:15

What you do in your own time is up to you

She pays you for 3 days not 5

None of their business except If say you did a night job and was found It to work tired as no sleep

KatyBerry · 14/06/2017 10:17

the only possible reason to mention it to them is in case they want to take you on for one or more extra days - give them first option

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