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28 Years
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Expert Child Care Services in Tonbridge
Established in 1998, Elizabeth Henry Nannies has built a reputation as a trusted provider of professional childcare solutions. Owned and managed by Samantha Heywood, a qualified nanny with over 16 years of industry experience, the agency combines deep sector knowledge with a personal understanding of parental needs. We specialise in connecting families with fully vetted, experienced professionals including nannies, maternity nurses, night nannies, and babysitters across West Kent and East Sussex. Our rigorous screening process ensures all candidates hold enhanced DBS checks, paediatric first aid qualifications, and verifiable references.With a focus on tailored placements, we prioritise long-term satisfaction through meticulous attention to individual requirements, whether for temporary or permanent positions. Our commitment to quality extends to ongoing support for both clients and childcare professionals, maintaining standards that have sustained client relationships for over two decades. As advocates for professional childcare, we also guide employers through tax compliance and Ofsted registration processes, ensuring complete transparency and regulatory adherence.
Services
Nanny Placements
Babysitting Service
Maternity Nurses
Night Nannies
Parents Helps
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 24 years of specialist childcare recruitment expertise
- All candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks and reference verification
- Our nannies hold paediatric first aid and professional qualifications
- Personalised matching process for perfect childcare solutions
- Established relationships with clients and carers across Kent and Sussex
Services
Nanny Placements
We provide thoroughly vetted nannies with enhanced DBS checks, paediatric first aid qualifications, and minimum two years' experience. Our candidates handle sole charge positions, nursery duties, and child-focused household tasks while maintaining professional boundaries. We match nannies to families based on specific requirements including working hours, childcare needs, and home environment.
Babysitting Service
Our premium babysitting service offers qualified professionals with childcare qualifications and personal experience. Babysitters manage bedtime routines, supervise children in parents' absence, and provide continuity through regular assignments. We offer subscription plans with discounted daytime care options for registered clients across Kent and Sussex.
Maternity Nurses
Specialist maternity practitioners provide 24/5 or 24/6 residential support for new parents. Our professionals advise on feeding routines, sleep patterns, and infant care while offering practical assistance with newborns. Services include full night-time care for breastfeeding support and daytime help with older siblings during the critical postnatal period.
Night Nannies
Qualified night nannies specialise in evening childcare support from 9pm to 7am. They manage night-time feeds, establish sleep routines, and provide uninterrupted rest for parents. Our night nannies work flexible schedules between two and four nights weekly, offering tailored support for four to twelve weeks post-birth.
Parents Helps
Newly qualified or experienced unqualified childcare assistants provide flexible support for families. Our parents helps assist with light household duties related to childcare, manage part-time schedules, and offer temporary help for parents recovering from illness or adjusting to new family dynamics while maintaining professional boundaries.
People
Samantha Heywood
Owner/Director
Professionally qualified nanny with 16+ years' experience and mother of two. Combines practical childcare knowledge with recruitment expertise to ensure perfect matches between families and childcare professionals while maintaining rigorous vetting standards.
Questions
What childcare services do you offer?
We provide nannies, maternity nurses, night nannies, parents helps, and babysitters across Kent and East Sussex. All candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks and reference verification.
How are childcare candidates vetted?
All candidates require enhanced DBS disclosure, paediatric first aid certificate, two verifiable references, and minimum two years' experience for sole charge positions.
What areas do you cover?
We serve West Kent and East Sussex including Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, Crowborough, Kings Hill, and Maidstone with experienced childcare professionals.
How does the babysitting subscription work?
Quarterly subscriptions cost £55, half yearly £90, annual £160. Subscribers receive evening care with qualified babysitters and 50% discount on daytime temporary bookings.
What qualifications do your nannies hold?
Our nannies have NNEB, NAMCW, BTEC, NVQ Level 2/3, or CACHE qualifications alongside paediatric first aid certification and enhanced DBS checks.
How are nanny salaries structured?
Salaries depend on hours, experience, and responsibilities. Employers pay gross salaries with tax/NIC handled through payroll companies or HMRC direct submissions.
