Fees | The Nanny & Maternity Agency

"Investing in the right support for your family is an investment in calm, stability and peace of mind."

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Our Placement Fees

At The Nanny & Maternity Agency, we believe in providing a clear and transparent service for families seeking exceptional childcare.

Unlike many agencies that charge a percentage of the nanny's salary, we operate a simple flat-fee structure for our placements. This allows families to understand the cost of our service from the onset, without unexpected variations depending on salary.

Our focus is always on providing carefully matched, highly vetted childcare professionals while supporting families throughout the hiring process.

Hiring a nanny is one of the most important decisions a family makes.

A successful placement is not simply about finding someone available. It's about finding someone who truly fits your family, routines and values.

Our role is to carefully guide families through this process, presenting only thoroughly vetted candidates and supporting you at every stage of the search.

This thoughtful and personalised approach significantly reduces the time, stress and uncertainty families often experience when hiring privately.

Deposit

To begin the search process, we require a £250 deposit.

This deposit confirms the family's commitment to the search and allows us to begin taking the time to source suitable candidates.

The deposit is deducted from the final placement fee once a nanny or maternity nurse is successfully hired.

Full-Time Nanny Placements
(35 hours per week or more)

£4500 placement fee

This includes:

- Candidate sourcing and screening

- Reference verification

- Interviews and shortlisting

- Guidance through the hiring process

- Ongoing support following placement

- 12-month replacement guarantee

Part-Time Nanny Placements (Under 35 hours per week)

10-20 hours/week: £1495 placement fee

21-30 hours/week week: £1895

31-34 hours/week: £2295

(minimum fee of £1495 applies for all part-time positions)

This includes the same premium placement support, full vetting process and 12-month replacement guarantee as our full-time placements.

Maternity Nurse Placements

Up to 6 weeks: £1000 placement fee

Additional weeks: +£100 per week

(maximum fee - capped at £1600)

We carefully match families with experienced maternity nurses who can provide expert support during the early weeks following the arrival of a newborn.

Temporary Nanny Placements

Up to 4 weeks: £600 placement fee

Additional weeks: +£75 per week

Temporary placements are ideal for families who require short-term support during busy periods, travel, or while arranging long-term childcare.

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International Placement Supplement

We regularly support families with international placements including roles based in the United States, Europe and the Middle East. For placements that involve international relocation, visa coordination or additional logistical requirements, a 20% placement supplement may be applied to reflect the additional time, coordination and support required. This will always be discussed and agreed in advance.

What Our Placement Fee Includes

Our placement service is designed to make the hiring process smooth, secure and carefully managed for families. This includes:

A detailed consultation to understand your family's needs

Sourcing suitable candidates from our network

In-depth screening and interviews

Access to our sitters service and emergency cover

Guidance through interviews and trial days

Contract guidance and hiring advice

Ongoing support after placement

12-month replacement guarantee

How much will a nanny or maternity nurse cost?

The salary of a nanny or maternity nurse can vary depending on a number of factors, including the role itself, the hours required, the level of experience of the candidate, and whether the position is live-in or live-out.

As a general guide, experienced nannies in London typically earn between £16–£25+ per hour gross, while maternity nurses are usually engaged on weekly rates, which can vary depending on experience and the type of support required.

To help families understand the employment costs involved in hiring a nanny, we recommend using the Nannytax salary calculator, which provides a helpful estimate of net salary and employment costs.

You can access the calculator here:

https://www.nannytax.co.uk/nanny-salary-index

Every household and position is unique, and we are always happy to advise families on appropriate salary levels based on the requirements of the role, the experience of the nanny or maternity nurse, and current market conditions.

During our consultation process, we will guide you through typical salary expectations to ensure you are offering a competitive and fair package that will attract the right candidates for your family.

Our Replacement Guarantee

We understand that circumstances can change within a household. For this reason, all of our permanent placements include a 12-month replacement guarantee, providing additional reassurance for families should a placement end unexpectedly.

See our Terms and Conditions of Business for full details.

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We work with a limited number of families at any one time to ensure every placement receives the attention and care it deserves.

Discuss Your Childcare Needs

Every family and household is unique. If you would like to discuss your childcare requirements, we would be delighted to arrange an initial consultation. Contact us to begin the process.