Best nanny agency London

Call +442031670925 for more info or email the Best Nanny agency London on info@peekaboochildcare.com

Best Nanny agency London – who are we?

• The Bespoke Bureau’s well know sister agency Peekaboo Nannies is considered to be The best Nanny agency London and the UK.
• We offer the most exclusive, personal and professional best nanny agency London service there is.
• If you are looking for a nanny in agency or elsewhere then look no further.
• We have the best British nannies, Swedish nannies , German nannies, Spanish nannies, French nannies and much more.
• We place nannies and all other domestic staff in London, the countryside and the rest of the UK as well abroad.

Best Nanny agency London – why hire a nanny?

There are many reasons why families decide that they need to use the Best Nanny agency London.

• A nanny in London can make a big difference to those with busy lifestyles.
• A nanny will pick your children up from school.
• A nanny in London can sometimes drive.
• A nanny  can help your children with their home work.
• You can work and travel more freely without worrying about being home on time.
• A nanny can baby sit.
• A nanny can help you keep an organised home at al times.
• A nanny can sometimes sort your laundry and ironing out.
• A nanny can help develop your child in a healthy way.
• A nanny will play and learn with your children.
• A nanny is often able to cook balanced and healthy meals.

Whatever the reason or circumstance which leads to looking for a nanny in London, rest assured that we will help. With the Best Nanny agency London, your dream nanny can be found today.

Best best nanny agency London – why us?

• There are many nanny agencies in London and the UK but make sure you pick one with a good reputation like us.
• This will save time and money in the long run to be prepared.
• We do the vetting for you.
• Our nannies all speak good English.
• Our nannies are 18-60 years of age but usually 22-45.
• Our nannies are fit and healthy.
• We offer summer nannies.
• We offer temporary nannies.
• We offer part time nannies.
• We offer emergency nannies.
• We offer long term nannies.
• We offer an unrivalled 12 month back up guarantee to our clients.
• Affordable nanny agency rates.
  

  Happy baby with nanny

Whatever your recruitments, the Best Nanny agency London will sort you out.

Contact the best Nanny agency London today

We look forward to helping you. Please be clear about your requirements  or ask for help if not sure. We will help you get the right help for your home, estate, house or country mansion.

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Give us a ring today on +442031670926 or email us on info@bespokebureau.com for a more in depth chat about the various types of nannies and other staff you can have from us  www.bespokebureau.com

Kind regards, Sara Vestin Rahmani and Team at Peek-a-boo and Bespoke

Blackwell House | Guildhall Yard
Bank | London | EC2V 5AE, UK
Phone: +44 (0) 2031670926

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Finding Help with Childcare in London

Finding Help with Childcare in London Peekaboo Childcare © 2013 | Blackwell House |Guildhall Yard | London | EC2V 5AE |England|Phone: +44(0) 2031670926 | admin@peekaboochildcare.com Au pair Agency Peek-a-Boo Au pair Agency and Nanny Agency   Not every family will have the luxury of having one parent available to look after the children at all times. Many people say this is a sign that the majority of the country is now technically working-class – the fact that both parents will have to work to get the right income making us even more ‘working-class’ than the majority of families just one or two generations ago.   However, in reality, it is simply a case of the world moving on and such labels have no place being given in our current society. However, whatever these changes indicate, the results are the same. Getting children to school in the morning, or being on hand to look after the very youngest members of the family all day long, is not always easy or possible at all.   A nanny agency or au pair agency will often be the best places to start if you want the most flexibility with childcare. Many childcare facilities such as nurseries or crèches do not offer much scope at all, allowing just a few hours in the middle of the day to be utilised. Unfortunately, very few jobs will be willing to work around such a timetable, and utilising au pairs in London can make a big difference.   Finding an au pair or nanny in North London will be extremely straightforward and give you the most flexible childcare possible. For those that are worried that such an approach would be a more impersonal way to raise a child, the benefits far outweigh the negatives, allowing your children to have a very focussed learning experience. Au pairs in London are also likely to be able to get rid of a great deal of the housework for you, meaning that your free time can be spent with your child instead of doing chores. In turn, a nanny or au pair may actually mean you spend more quality time with your child, not less. Peekaboo Childcare © 2013 | Blackwell House |Guildhall Yard | London | EC2V 5AE |England|Phone: +44(0) 2031670926 | admin@peekaboochildcare.com Au pair Agency Peek-a-Boo Au pair Agency and Nanny Agency

When Your Nanny Gets Stressed

When Your Nanny Gets Stressed   So you’ve hired the perfect nanny? Okay, no one is perfect. We all know that. But some nannies in London just seem perfect for the job. Perhaps you’re very happy with the nanny you employed from our nanny agency in London. However, eventually you will find that some problems are inevitable. For instance, what do you do when your nanny gets stressed? A nanny may love her work, but her job is a job nonetheless. Even nannies who have worked with our nanny agency in London for years may have days when she is completely burnt out. While you may work or have other responsibilities, try to keep an eye on your nanny’s stress levels. If she seems to be struggling to get things done, or isn’t her normal self, there are some things you can do to help. Give your nanny an extra afternoon or day off.  Of course you can’t afford to do this regularly, and you shouldn’t have to. Your nanny should be expected to carry out her work and uphold her end of the contract just as she would in any other job. But no matter what your job, there will be times when you are overworked and stressed. Try to understand that this applies to your nanny as well.  Giving her a little extra time off will go along way to helping her relax. She’ll do her job better tomorrow. Offer to do one or two things for the nanny. Even nannies with years of experience can get stressed and frustrated if they feel unappreciated. Do something nice for your nanny once in a while—whether that’s making the kids breakfast one morning or taking the kids on a walk so she can have a hot soak in the tub. Your nanny will be more relaxed, pleasant, and happy in her work if you watch her stress levels and intervene when you think there’s a problem.

NANNY TYPES & COSTS WITH THE NANNY AGENCY IN LONDON

NANNY TYPES & COSTS

Role of the nanny
In general, a nanny works for a family where both parents are working and she/he will be able to take full charge over the house during the day, keep the fridge stocked and call the plumber if the pipe breaks. Nannies will be flexible but in return they will expect you to be fair to them by sticking to the agreed hours as much as possible.

Live-in nannies
Working hours are upon agreement but generally hours are breakfast time until bath time. The nanny will have her own bedroom (Bathroom). These nannies are very popular and are looked at as a family member and should be treated as one. They will normally do 1 – 2 babysitting nights a week, upon agreement. It is usual for the live-in nanny to receive two full days off per week and holidays are negotiable although, as with mothers’ help, two to four weeks a year is standard.

Salary: £275-£450 net per week.
Salaries are totally dependent on the nanny’s age and experience and Peek-a-boo will advise on a realistic remuneration obtainable by each individual applicant.

Live-out nannies (also known as daily)
Many families looking for a permanent nanny are now choosing a daily nanny in preference to a live-in. Some parents feel that their life style is better suited to having a nanny who works set hours. Normal hours are 8am – 6pm with some small variations. Babysitting is paid overtime and holidays are upon agreement, although the standard is 4 weeks per year.

Salary: £8-10 per hour net

Please note that all salaries are totally dependent on the nanny’s age and experience and Peek-a-boo will advise on a realistic remuneration obtainable by each individual applicant.

 

Tutor/teacher nannies
British Nannies and Tutors or Governesses are viewed by many families worldwide to be the best available, given their professional training, previous experience and of course English language skills. British nannies are sought after as in order to teach manners and etiquette, have good vocabulary, spelling and English language. Many families will also require the nanny to have knowledge of Early Years Education and be able to assist with homework and language development. Some families will insist that the nanny dresses fairly formally whilst at work, whilst others take a more informal approach. We have wonderful nanny tutors available and roles for the top tutor/nannies available.
Tutor Nannies often receive high salaries of £600-£1000 per week

Male nannies 
They are also commonly referred to as “Manny”. Male nannies are sought after, often by single mums with no father figure in the picture and families with a large number of boisterous boys. Some are highly educated and can do tutoring with the boys and some are very sporty which may be a benefit for a family that enjoy sports. Of course, male nannies also work for “standard” families.

 

Special needs nannies

We also cater for families with special needs children. We have many qualified and highly experienced special needs nannies available straight away. 

Special needs children may have specific needs based on their impairment. All our nannies are experienced and can help your family with the following: 

• Sole charge of your child
• Setting reasonable goals
• Making slight changes in the child’s environment
• Providing developmentally appropriate activities that will help the child feel capable and avoid activities that can be done only a certain way.
• Avoiding child’s over stimulation
• Modelling appropriate play behaviours by being a play-friend
• Building up your child’s confidence
• Teaching specific skills that will help your child in further development
• Teaching child’s siblings or friends how to interact with a special needs child
• Providing opportunities and activities to support child’s strengths to help him feel successful and capable
• Watching for signs of any aggressive behaviour and intervene quickly.
• Teaching problem-solving skills

Cost for them tend to be from £400 net p/w live in and £500+ net p/w live out.

 

CONTACT US Head office: Peek-a-boo Au pairs and Nannies Blackwell House 1 Guildhall Yard Near Bank City of London, England Please contact us on: Main phone: + 44 (0) 2031670926 alicja@peekaboochildcare.com nannies@peekaboochildcare.com aupairs@peekaboochildcare.com Press: sara@peekaboochildcare.com Website: www.peekaboochildcare.com Opening hours: Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm   LONDON & UK NANNY & AU PAIR AGENCY Peek-a-boo Au pair Agency & Nanny Agency in London offers an Elite nanny and au pair placement service for parents in the UK and abroad with 6000+ nannies, mothers helps, maternity nurses & au pairs available, your satisfaction brings you and your friends back to us, year after year. We also provide Maternity Nurse Training, Professional Nanny Course, Paediatric First aid Course or Core skills training for Ofsted. Read more

NANNIES FROM THE BEST NANNY AGENCY IN LONDON

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Peek-a-boo always have very good nannies available. At the moment we have over 2500 nannies registered on our database and each nanny has undergone a rigorous selection process to ensure we only provide our clients with a trusted nanny in London. We interview our nannies in person, take up references, request or apply for CRB checks. We also run First aid, Maternity nurse, Baby and other courses for our nannies at our Maternity and Baby Academy in London city.

A nanny is a person who looks after you child (ren) in your own home. She has a genuine interest in children.  Normally they have some form of childcare qualification (NVQ, NNEB) or relevant experience (at least 2 years) which equips them to provide a stimulating, safe and positive learning environment in which your children can develop.

A Nanny can be either live-in or live-out (daily) and/or specialised in Special Needs children, school aged children or even double as a Housekeeper or Tutor Nanny.

At Peek-a-boo we also offer foreign nannies that are often cheaper as well as junior nannies and mother’s helpers.

 

Read more about our various nanny types here

Hire a Nanny with Peek-a-boo nannies

Do you want to hire a nanny? Here at Peek-a-boo we have over 2500 experienced and qualified nannies on our database, and each nanny has undergone a rigorous selection process to ensure we only provide our clients with a trusted nanny in London.

Find the Nanny for Your Home

Here at Peek-a-boo nannies we understand how important it is that you find a nanny in London that is right for your family life, which is why we can help you choose the right nanny in London, arrange for you to meet the nanny in your home or at work and, should you require us to, arrange a second nanny interview. Once you have found the perfect nanny for hire, we recommend you make an official offer through our nanny in London agency.

Our Nanny Hire Service

We will only provide you with a nanny in London who we are sure has the capabilities to effectively care for your children. When you find a nanny in London, you can rest assured that they will take a genuine interest in your children. Our nanny hire service ensures all registered nannies have a childcare qualification, such as an NVQ or an NNEB or relevant nanny experience. We guarantee that our nanny hire service will only hire nannies with at least two years’ experience – so you can rest in the knowledge that your child will thrive in a positive learning environment with your London nanny.

Find a bilingual Nanny

If you have been trying to find a nanny agency but have yet to find one that matches your needs, you have come to right place. At Peek-a-boo nannies, you can hire a nanny from various locations, so if you require a bilingual nanny in London, we can help. You can find a nanny from a range of countries when you come to us, including England, Australia, Sweden, UK, Romania, Spain, France, Russia, Italy, South Africa etc.

Find a Nanny/Housekeeper

We can help you find a nanny in London who specialises in children with special needs or who is a top nanny. We can also help you find a nanny in London who can be a live in your home – this is often a nanny hire service which many parents with children with special needs consider. We can also help you find a nanny in London who can just care for your child in the day, these are called daily nannies in London. We understand that you might not have time to do basic chores if you have personal obligations or a career, which is why we can cater our nanny hire service to your needs. If you would like to find a nanny in London who can also double as a tutor for your child or be a nanny/ housekeeper, then you are sure to find the ideal nanny candidate here at Peek-a-boo nannies.

Safe Nanny Hire Service

Are you looking to find a nanny in London? Nannies in London can be hard to find. To find a nanny of a top end quality you may have to look for a while and use many different nanny placement agencies. They best Nannies in London are very sought after and can be expensive.

How do you find a nanny in London with the peekaboo nanny agency in London? It’s as easy as one two three. Register with the nanny agency in London today and we will shortly send you the agency’s best available of 3-4 top nannies looking for new positions in London. Nannies in London sometimes charge more than other nannies. Therefore it’s important that you use a nanny agency in London such as the peekaboo nanny agency. It is in the nanny placement agency’s interest to keep the prices of nannies down for you and your friends so that you can get a good deal but also recommend us and our placement agency services to all your friends that are also looking for Nannies in London.

So how much does a nanny in London cost? A daily nanny in London can cost from 400 to 600 pounds per week net approximately. Sometimes a nanny in London costs less and sometimes more. If you want a nanny in London with amazing cooking skills, who is a qualified nanny than she is likely to cost you more than a nanny who just does the basic childcare.

What is a nanny? A nanny is an experienced child carer who cares for your children in your own home. The placement agency places nannies of all ranges and for all price levels in London and also outside. If you have a large household that needs to be fully staffed and you wish to employ many nannies for your private home then we suggest you hire a head nanny first and then a number of junior or standard nannies for to back her up or cover when she is off. We have a large selection of live in Nannies in London that can also drive, baby sit, do nanny duties and much more. You may wish to hire a nanny from England or the Philippines or even a Portuguese nanny.  We have Mandarin nannies, Swedish nannies, French nannies, Russian nannies, German nannies and much more. Whatever type of nanny you wish to find for children we can find.

Here at Peek-a-boo we are committed to helping you hire a nanny who is perfect for both you and your child, which is why we only offer the best nannies available. You can rest assured that when you hire a nanny from our nanny agency that they will be a reference checked, qualified and experienced nanny with a CRB check prior to signing up to our registration database.

If you want to hire a nanny from our nanny agency, you should be sure to register with us today – and we will do our best to get in touch with you as soon as possible.

Give us a ring today on 02031670926 or email us via nannies@peekaboochildcare.com for a more in depth chat about the various types of Nannies in London that we have available now.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU NEED HELP WITH CHILDCARE – CLICK FOR INFORMATION

Au Pair London

There are many reasons why families decide that they need outside help with childcare and which lead them to look for au pairs in London or nannies in London.

At one end of the spectrum, the need for support from a nanny in North London may be due to a family bereavement or because the full-time carer wants or needs to return to work.

Or perhaps the need for a nanny in North London is simply because nannies in London can make a big difference to those with busy lifestyles, and have the room available for au pairs in London to stay in their residence. Whatever the reason or circumstance which leads to looking for nannies in London or au pairs in London, the extra hands on deck with the arrival of a nanny in North London makes everyone’s life a little easier and run more smoothly.

Nanny Agency London

If you are considering getting some help with childcare from a nanny in North London, for whatever reason, and are actively looking for a nanny in North London, then there are several things to consider – remember these pointers before you start drawing up adverts for a nanny in North London or before you contact a nanny agency in London or an au pair agency in London as it can save time and money in the long run to be prepared.

One of the first things you need to identify is whether you need a nanny in North London from a nanny agency in London or an au pair from an au pair agency in London. Many people don’t really know the difference between the two and presume that the job titles are interchangeable – this is incorrect. There are some important differences between a nanny in North London from a nanny agency in London and au pairs from an au pair agency in London and making sure you are clear about your requirements from the outset will help you get the right help.

To put it simply, nannies from a nanny agency London are qualified and experienced in childcare and will be expected to have sole responsibility of the child or children. Being a nanny with a nanny agency in London is a job in the same way that being a nurse or carpenter is; this means that a professional wage is expected, as are regular working hours and all the rights that come with being an employee.

Au Pair Agency London

Au pairs from an au pair agency in London are young people from other countries who are visiting the UK to learn the language and culture. They may or may not have any experience with children. They should have a genuine interest in children however and be able to communicate with at least some English. Au pairs from an au pair agency in London are not to be given sole responsibility of children and are paid in room, board and pocket money. Their working week will be less than a nanny’s and expectations should be more fluid.

Many families simply don’t know where to start when looking for nannies in London. It’s a fact of life that childcare is one area where you can’t necessarily rely on word of mouth for help – as unless their needs change, people won’t let go of good help for anything!

Looking in newspapers or on websites for nannies in London or au pairs in London is the first place many people will search. However, these adverts for nannies in London or au pairs in London are unregulated and few parents would be happy to ignore regulations when it comes to the safety and well-being of their children.

Au Pair and Nanny Jobs London

If you are looking for help with childcare then the very best course of action you can take is to sign up with a registered and regulated nanny agency in London or au pair agency in London. A nanny agency in London or an au pair agency in London will offer you the peace of mind you need from the outset. A good nanny agency in Londonor a good au pair agency in London will have vetted suitable candidates, checked their credentials and will help you find the most suitable person to meet your needs.

If you decide that you only need help for a few months and you are happy to help out a young person from overseas then help from au pairs in London might be for you. Au pairs in London can offer your children a new cultural perspective too. They might even make a friend for life from the experience.

Head office:

Peek-a-boo Au pairs and Nannies
Blackwell House
1 Guildhall Yard
Near Bank
City of London, England

Please contact us on:

Main phone: + 44 (0) 2031670926
alicja@peekaboochildcare.com
nannies@peekaboochildcare.com
aupairs@peekaboochildcare.com

Press:

sara@peekaboochildcare.com

Website: www.peekaboochildcare.com

Choosing a Nanny in north London or elsewhere in London

Choosing a Nanny 

A nanny is the perfect addition to any families whose working life demands that they work long or awkward hours. Having a nanny can remove a lot of the stress that can come with trying to juggle too many things at once, whilst also giving your child far more personal and effective care than a nursery or crèche would be able to offer.

 

However, not all nannies will be the same. Not only will different personalities fit different households, but their own unique skills as well as the services they are willing to offer will also have a major effect on how suitable they are for you.

 

From a knowledge of different languages that can be taught to your child to an ability to keep them occupied with different games and a knowledge of crafts, what you want for your child along with the nanny’s availability and whether or not they are willing to help out with household chores could make a major difference to how rewarding having a nanny is, and choosing the right one is therefore going to be very important.

 

Rather than trying to choose one yourself, using a nanny agency or an au pair agency can help you have far more success. Not only will a nanny agency in London have access to a far wider range of nannies, but a nanny agency in London will also be able to understand the exact needs of individual families and help find the perfect nanny accordingly.

 

From the many nannies London has to offer there may only be a very small percentage that are perfect for your exact set-up, and being able to find the right one first time can make every area of your life far easier and less stressful. So, if you want to choose the right nanny, it can be far easier to let the right agency do it for you.

CONTACT US

 

Head office:

Peek-a-boo Au pairs and Nannies
Blackwell House
1 Guildhall Yard
Near Bank
City of London, England

Please contact us on:

Main phone: + 44 (0) 2031670926
alicja@peekaboochildcare.com
nannies@peekaboochildcare.com
aupairs@peekaboochildcare.com

Press:

sara@peekaboochildcare.com

Website: www.peekaboochildcare.com

Hiring a Nanny

You may have found your ideal nanny, but she can’t start working for you until you have finalised the details. The following pages give you some guidance on the ins-and-outs of hiring a nanny.

It is worth going through the proper steps when hiring a nanny, it will give you both peace of mind and will set strong foundations for your working relationship.

7 Things to Think About When Hiring a Nanny

1. Agree the Nanny Salary; you should have covered this during the interview stage. You should also find out if you are eligible for childcare vouchers.

1. Paying Nanny Taxes: You need to work out what your tax and National Insurance liabilities are for your nanny. You also need to decide if you will run your own payroll or sign up to a dedicated nanny agency like peekaboo to do this.  Click here for more details on the nanny agency and how we can help.

2. Agree and Sign Contracts; as well as a formal written contract, you should also think about the psychological nanny contract. This has been shown to have a greater influence on day-to-day behaviour than a written nanny contract. Click here to find out more about nanny contracts and how we work.

3. Nanny Background Check. You should always, always obtain references for your nanny and you may also like to do a Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check. The nanny agency in London (Peekaboo) does this.

4. Think about Nanny Insurance: You may already have cover in place through your household insurance.

5. Finalise your Nanny Job Description. If you have not done so already, you should write a clear nanny job description. If you do have a nanny job description take the time to go through it before she starts and elobrate on any details you feel are particularly important. You should get her to agree to this before she starts.

6. Think about how you are Going to Manage your Nanny. Often this area is not given enough thought; how you manage your nanny will make a real difference to how long she stays with you and the happiness of everyone in your household. Have a look at the information section on the peekaboo website

Call the nanny agency on +442031670926 or email nannies@peekaboochildcare.com

Find an Au Pair in London or the UK

There are many reasons why families decide that they need outside help with childcare and which lead them to look for au pairs in London or nannies in London.

At one end of the spectrum, the need for support from a nanny in North London may be due to a family bereavement or because the full-time carer wants or needs to return to work.

Or perhaps the need for a nanny in North London is simply because nannies in London can make a big difference to those with busy lifestyles, and have the room available for au pairs in London to stay in their residence. Whatever the reason or circumstance which leads to looking for nannies in London or au pairs in London, the extra hands on deck with the arrival of a nanny in North London makes everyone’s life a little easier and run more smoothly.

Nanny Agency London

If you are considering getting some help with childcare from a nanny in North London, for whatever reason, and are actively looking for a nanny in North London, then there are several things to consider – remember these pointers before you start drawing up adverts for a nanny in North London or before you contact a nanny agency in London or an au pair agency in London as it can save time and money in the long run to be prepared.

One of the first things you need to identify is whether you need a nanny in North London from a nanny agency in London or an au pair from an au pair agency in London. Many people don’t really know the difference between the two and presume that the job titles are interchangeable – this is incorrect. There are some important differences between a nanny in North London from a nanny agency in London and au pairs from an au pair agency in London and making sure you are clear about your requirements from the outset will help you get the right help.

To put it simply, nannies from a nanny agency London are qualified and experienced in childcare and will be expected to have sole responsibility of the child or children. Being a nanny with a nanny agency in London is a job in the same way that being a nurse or carpenter is; this means that a professional wage is expected, as are regular working hours and all the rights that come with being an employee.

Au Pair Agency London

Au pairs from an au pair agency in London are young people from other countries who are visiting the UK to learn the language and culture. They may or may not have any experience with children. They should have a genuine interest in children however and be able to communicate with at least some English. Au pairs from an au pair agency in London are not to be given sole responsibility of children and are paid in room, board and pocket money. Their working week will be less than a nanny’s and expectations should be more fluid.

Many families simply don’t know where to start when looking for nannies in London. It’s a fact of life that childcare is one area where you can’t necessarily rely on word of mouth for help – as unless their needs change, people won’t let go of good help for anything!

Looking in newspapers or on websites for nannies in London or au pairs in London is the first place many people will search. However, these adverts for nannies in London or au pairs in London are unregulated and few parents would be happy to ignore regulations when it comes to the safety and well-being of their children.

Au Pair and Nanny Jobs London

If you are looking for help with childcare then the very best course of action you can take is to sign up with a registered and regulated nanny agency in London or au pair agency in London. A nanny agency in London or an au pair agency in London will offer you the peace of mind you need from the outset. A good nanny agency in London or a good au pair agency in London will have vetted suitable candidates, checked their credentials and will help you find the most suitable person to meet your needs.

If you decide that you only need help for a few months and you are happy to help out a young person from overseas then help from au pairs in London might be for you. Au pairs in London can offer your children a new cultural perspective too. They might even make a friend for life from the experience.

 

CONTACT US Head office: Peek-a-boo Au pairs and Nannies Blackwell House 1 Guildhall Yard Near Bank City of London, England Please contact us on: Main phone: + 44 (0) 2031670926 alicja@peekaboochildcare.com nannies@peekaboochildcare.com aupairs@peekaboochildcare.com Press: sara@peekaboochildcare.com Website: www.peekaboochildcare.com

SWEDISH AU PAIRS in London

SWEDISH AU PAIRS

On this page we give you some information on Swedish Au pairs for London or elsewhere. As you may or may not know, our Swedish au pair agency specializes in Swedish au pairs for London, the UK, rest of Europe, Australia and even the USA. 

Capital: Stockholm
Languages: Swedish, small Sami- and Finnish-speaking minorities

Swedish Au Pairs Agency

The following information is generalized and compiled from questions posed to us by host families looking for Swedish Au pairs

There are hardly any social class differences in Sweden, so it is important for a Swedish au pair to be treated equally.

Au pairing is very common in Sweden. Communication with their host family is extremely important to Swedish au pairs. Swedish au pairs and Swedish girls in general are accustomed to being taken seriously in discussions.

Raising your voice to a Swedish au pair will lead to distrust.

Au pairs from Sweden are motivated by the opportunity meet new people, learn about other cultures, and practice their language skills. They are not motivated by money.

Young people in Sweden have the freedom of their family to socialize and date so please bear that in mind and discuss it with your Swedish au pair. Curfews are not common for Swedish people.

Swedish aupairs are accustomed to sharing in household chores.

Au pair applicants from Sweden will have good English skills and be independent and honest.

 

Child Care Practices

 

A Swedish au pair never hits a child. It is forbidden in accordance with the Swedish law to hit even your own child. Children are verbally reprimanded.

Swedish au pair applicants obtain childcare experience through formal schooling, babysitting and being youth leaders.

Both parents share the childcare responsibilities.

It is common for both parents to work and be away from home during the day.

 

Driving Skills

Not many Swedish aupairs between the ages of 18 and 25 hold a driver’s license.

The driver’s license in Sweden is expensive to obtain. It takes six months to one year to obtain a license in Sweden. Candidates take driving lessons and theoretical as well as practical tests.

The International driving permit is available for Swedish aupairs in London or the USA

Generally the parents provide a car in which to practice.

Most cars have manual transmission.

 

English Language Skills

English is a compulsory subject in the schools in Sweden so yourSwedish au pair will already speak good or very good English in most cases

Classes begin in the first years at school and focus on both oral and written skills.

 

Education

Approximately 20% of young women continue their studies at University.

Others work in offices or study elsewhere.

The academic year starts in August and ends in June.

The educational opportunities of the program are important for most girls.

 

Health

The most common inoculations are Tetanus, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Polio, Diphtheria.

Sweden has one of the lowest incidences of TB (Tuberculosis), therefore most young women are not inoculated and tested for TB.

Sweden has low-cost health insurance. Hospitalization is free.

Most young women visit the dentist on a regular basis, though it is expensive.

“Eating disorders” are common in Sweden and amongst Swedish au pairs. However a good au pair agency with Swedish au pairs like us make sure we do all the medical checks and reference checks.

 

Diet

On most days of the week most Swedish families have dinner together; it is a time to talk about what happened that day and make plans for upcoming events.

Most au pairs from Sweden eat meat, though vegetarianism is common.

A typical Swedish diet includes a combination of meat/fish/fowl and pasta/potato/rice, accompanied by vegetables. Among the most common home-cooked meals are probably meatballs with potatoes and lingonberries. Otherwise, Swedes eat a lot of international dishes such as Italian, Chinese, Thai, and Mexican.

 

Religion

The most common religion in Sweden is Protestant.

Most young people in Sweden do not practice their religion regularly.

A young person would rarely choose to practice a religion that is different than her family’s religion.

 

Telephone & Internet

Most homes have a telephone and a computer with access to the Internet.

We are the Leading Swedish Au Pair Agency

Peek-a-Boo are a leading provider of au pairs and nannies. We have a wealth of experience in helping parents find qualified, reliable carers for their children. We are committed to providing the best nannies and au pairs for your needs, and can take the hard work and stress out of finding the right person to look after your children. We understand that you will only want the best person for the job, and so we have a detailed process to find them.

We have become widely recognised as a respectable and efficient Swedish au pair agency, and have helped many families find the best Swedish au pair in London to care for their children.

Find a Swedish Au Pair in London

The Swedish au pairs we find for you will be questioned and interviewed thoroughly to ensure that they are the perfect fit for your family. As a professional and conscientious Swedish au pair agency, we check their background and request they complete an extensive application, as well as two to three references. They will also need to provide a thorough medical clearance and police record.

Before you choose to meet with any of them, we will provide you with pictures, a letter and/or a CV. As an experienced Swedish au pair agency, we believe this is essential to give you a clearer representation of the Swedish au pairs applying to work with your children.

Need Help Finding a Swedish Au Pair in London?

Our male or female Swedish au pairs will be aged between 18 – 27, have an interest in caring for children, and childcare experience. They must also have successfully completed the compulsory years of education, want to travel abroad and experience a new culture to qualify for our Swedish au pair agency.

Once you have chosen from our Swedish au pairs, the successful candidate will require a place in your home and should be treated with as much respect as if they were one of the family. Ideally, a candidate from our Swedish au pair agency will care for your children for any period between 3 – 12 months in exchange for a salary, room and board within your home.

The Best Place to Find a Swedish Au Pair in London

Our Swedish au pairs can be relied upon to take and collect children from school, provide responsible supervision when parents are absent, and perform household tasks such as cleaning, ironing and washing up. It is essential that our au pairs are given some free time throughout the day for study and leisure, as well as two days off per week.

As mentioned above, our Swedish au pairs are subject to stringent security checks to ensure full eligibility for the role. We will provide you with information regarding only the most suitable applicants who we believe would provide sincere and responsible care for your child or children.

Contact us today for further information and advice on finding a Swedish au pair in London.

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