Business Details
12 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare & Education Specialists
At Great British Nannies, we offer a boutique childcare recruitment service rooted in over a decade of expertise and tailored solutions. Our specialisation lies in connecting families globally with vetted nannies, governesses, and tutors who embody British standards of professionalism and educational excellence. We prioritise in-depth understanding of family needs, conducting rigorous interviews, background checks, and reference verification to ensure harmonious placements. Our teams hands-on approach extends beyond initial matching, providing continuous support throughout the contract duration to ensure mutual satisfaction.We cater to diverse requirements, including multilingual candidates, special educational needs, and international assignments, maintaining discretion for high-profile clients. Our founders firsthand experience in childcare informs our commitment to ethical practices, transparency, and cultivating long-term relationships built on trust.
Services
Nanny Placement
Governess Matching
Tutor Recruitment
International Assignments
Maternity Nanny Services
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer 10+ years of experience in childcare recruitment
- Our tailored matching process prioritises family-specific needs
- We conduct rigorous interviews and thorough background checks
- Our team provides ongoing post-placement support worldwide
- We specialise in multilingual and special educational needs placements
Associations and certifications
- CPD Certified
What people say
Excellent service
Thorough screening
Professional guidance
Perfect match
Exceptional candidates
Services
Nanny Placement
We specialise in vetting and matching qualified nannies with families requiring full-time or temporary childcare. Our rigorous screening includes reference checks, police verification, and experience validation. Our candidates offer expertise in infant care, early childhood education, and household support, tailored to families' cultural and logistical needs across the UK and internationally.
Governess Tuition
Our governess placements combine childcare with bespoke academic instruction for children aged 2-16. Candidates hold teaching qualifications and experience in curriculum delivery, language instruction, and extracurricular activities. We prioritise subject-specific expertise and adaptability to home learning environments, ensuring continuity between formal education and in-home tuition while maintaining childcare responsibilities.
SEN Support
We provide nannies with specialist training in supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities. Our candidates have experience with autism, ADHD, and physical impairments, offering structured routines and developmental interventions. We ensure caregivers possess relevant certifications and work collaboratively with families to implement individualised care and learning plans.
International Assignments
Our agency facilitates overseas childcare placements with candidates holding valid work visas and international experience. We handle relocation logistics, cultural adaptation preparation, and legal compliance for host countries. Our candidates demonstrate flexibility across different environments while maintaining British childcare standards through language proficiency and understanding of diverse educational systems.
Maternity Care
We connect families with maternity nannies specialising in newborn care and transitional support for first-time parents. Our candidates provide feeding guidance, sleep training, and baby care education while respecting parental preferences. They operate with discretion in private homes, offering both practical assistance and emotional reassurance during early parenthood.
People
Cleo
Founder & Director
With over a decade in childcare recruitment, Cleo established Great British Nannies to offer ethical, transparent placement services. Her firsthand experience as a nanny informs her commitment to quality matches. She leads candidate vetting and client consultations, ensuring alignment with agency standards.
Questions
What areas do you cover for nanny placements?
We place caregivers across the UK and internationally, including Europe, Middle East, and Russia. Our candidates work in private homes and can accommodate relocation requirements.
How do you vet your nannies?
We verify police checks, employment history, and qualifications. Candidates undergo detailed interviews, and we contact three professional references to confirm capability and reliability.
Can you help with special educational needs placements?
Yes, we provide nannies with specific SEN training and experience. Our candidates work with children requiring support for autism, dyslexia, and physical disabilities.
What support do you offer after placement?
We provide ongoing guidance throughout the contract duration. This includes mediation, contract renewals, and addressing any household or caregiving challenges that may arise.
Do you offer multilingual nanny services?
Yes, we have candidates fluent in French, Spanish, German, Mandarin, and other languages. Language skills are always matched to families' specific communication needs.
What sets Great British Nannies apart from other agencies?
Our personalised approach ensures fewer but higher-quality matches. We maintain long-term relationships with both families and caregivers, prioritising compatibility over quantity.
Reviews (5)
Una Cahill
Jan 10, 2024
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Cleo found the perfect family for me to work with. She was extremely professional throughout, guiding me through the process and ensuring communication was clear on both sides. Her service is brilliant, with aid from Jackie and Maria on the admin team. I would highly recommend this agency service for anyone looking for help with both sourcing childcare and looking for a governess or nanny-related working role. Proceed with confidence. Thank you for your help, Cleo!
Raylene Meyer
Nov 08, 2021
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I just wanted to thank Cleo and Maria for helping me find a great position, it has been wonderful working with them and I'm really happy. You were right and you said you would help me to find a good family and you did so, thank you - I really mean it! I highly recommend GBN, Ive been a nanny/governess for years, but this is the first time an agency really took care of everything and helped me through the process. Everyone I dealt with was so kind and helpful.
Catalina Quiroz
Oct 15, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness
I have recently completed the online course for governesses and governors provided by Great British Nannies. I found it to be very informative, interesting and clearly written by professionals in the industry. My communication with the team was very positive and they responded to me very timely. I highly recommend Great British Nannies!
I have recently completed the online course for governesses and governors provided by Great British Nannies. I found it to be very informative, interesting and clearly written by professionals in the industry. My communication with the team was very positive and they responded to me very timely. I highly recommend Great British Nannies!
Remi W.
Aug 28, 2021
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This was my first ever placing as a Governor and Cleo was absolutely fantastic the whole way through. Every question or hesitation I had was answered and I was connected with the perfect family for an amazing summer. The response time for messages was very quick and Cleo also checked up on me throughout the summer to make everything was going smoothly. I would highly recommend working with this agency and Cleo especially for any employment placings.
Alysia Lopez
Aug 23, 2021
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I absolutely adored working with Cleo at Great British Nannies. She was super attentive from the moment I sent in the inquiry for our nanny to after hire. She guided us every step of the way, provided excellent candidates, and helped in every aspect of the hiring process. The process could not have gone smoother. I would recommend them for any nanny/governess needs you may have. We found a wonderful nanny here in KSA and could not be happier. Thanks GBN!!!
