Family Focused Bespoke Childcare
Forbes Professional Nanny Experience?
Discover excellence in childcare with our selection of renowned professionals
Our accomplished and highly skilled nannies, governesses, and maternity nurses take pride in delivering superior services for global households of utmost importance. We take privilege in presenting a diverse range of options tailored to your needs.
Our Thorough Screening Process
At Forbes Nannies, we prioritize a meticulous screening process to ensure only the best candidates join our ranks. Our commitment to quality means we represent candidates with impeccable references, extensive experience, and exceptional character. Your home deserves nothing less than a trustworthy individual.
Step 1: Online Application Each candidate undergoes an in-depth online application process, providing us with essential insights into their background and skills.
Step 2: Phone Screening and Review We conduct a comprehensive review, including a thorough examination of resumes and online presence, followed by a phone screening.
Step 3: Personal Interview and Verification Candidates have a personal video or face-to-face interview where we delve into their work experience, education, background, and personality. This personal touch allows us to make the best matches with our exceptional families.
Step 4: Reference Checks We meticulously check and confirm all candidate references, ensuring their qualifications and reliability.
Experience peace of mind with Forbes Nannies – where our rigorous screening process brings you top-tier candidates you can trust: Professional Nannies, Governesses, Maternity Nurses and Private Tutors.
Nanny Duties
- Provided one-on-one care that meets physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs of the children.
- Promote positive behaviour through positive reinforcement and serve as a role model.
- Prepare and pack nutritious lunches for school or nursery.
- Ensure children’s hygiene with regular baths and hair care.
- Teach good manners, personal hygiene, and manage family mealtimes.
- Foster independence by guiding children in hygiene and daily tasks.
- Support the transition to solid foods and assist with weaning.
- Sterilise bottles and feed infants as necessary.
- Develop and maintain consistent daily routines, including sleep and potty training.
- Schedule and accompany children to medical appointments and keep track of vaccinations.
- Keep a daily log of activities, share regular updates, and send photos to parents.
- Create balanced meals tailored to family preferences and dietary needs.
- Organise and tidy children’s rooms, change bedding weekly, and manage their clothing.
- Plan and supervise playdates, outings, and creative activities like arts and crafts.
- Supervise interactions between siblings to ensure harmony.
- Help with school projects and create educational resources.
- Explore local baby classes, playgroups, parks, and other activities.
- Organise adventures to museums, farms, and other educational outings.
- Enjoy baking and engaging in special interest activities with the children.
- Assist in arranging and hosting birthday parties, sleepovers and family events.
- Play board games, read books, sing songs, and dance with the children.
- Encourage creativity, exploration, and fun through various activities.
- Celebrate holidays with festive decorations and special outings.
- Light Housekeeping: Assist with cleaning tasks such as vacuuming, dusting, and tidying common areas.
- Laundry: Manage the family’s laundry, including washing, folding, and putting away clothes.
- Meal Planning: Help with meal planning and preparation for the entire family.
- Pet Care: Provide care for household pets, including walking, feeding, and grooming.
- Errands: Run errands such as picking up dry cleaning, mailing packages, and buying household items.
- Appointment Scheduling: Manage and schedule family appointments, including medical and dental visits.
- Travel Coordination: Assist with booking flights, hotels, and transportation for family trips.
- Tutoring and Homework: Provide tutoring and academic support for children, aiding with homework and challenging subjects.
- Event Planning: Help plan and organise family events, gatherings, and special occasions.
Nanny Accreditations We Look For
- CACHE Diploma for Childcare and Education
- Edexcel BTEC National Certificate
- LCCIEB/NVQ/SVQ in Early Years Care and Education
- Advanced Modern Apprenticeship in Early Years Care and Education
- CACHE Diploma in Early Years Practice
- NVQ Certificate in Work with Children APEL (Accreditation of Prior Experience and Learning)
- The Chiltern College Certificate
- Norland College Diploma
- The Princess Christian College
- Montessori / Reggio Emilia qualified nanny
In addition to the mentioned accreditations, we also welcome Experienced Nannies and Mothers’ Helpers to join our roster. These professionals may not possess formal training but have gained valuable experience as Nannies in the private sector prior to registering with us. We recognize that a Nanny’s diverse background can be equally valuable and effective as her formally trained counterparts.
