Business Details
13 Years
experience
Trusted Nanny Agency in Hitchin for Personalised Childcare
Rosebud Nanny Agency is a multi-award-winning childcare recruitment specialist founded in 2013 by Abigail Plested, a Level 3 qualified childcare professional with extensive hands-on experience. Our agency uniquely understands both family and nanny perspectives, enabling expert support for seamless matches. We specialise in permanent, temporary, and babysitting placements, serving families across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and South Cambridgeshire. Our process prioritises personal compatibility, offering home visits, tailored CV shortlists, and post-placement follow-ups.Backed by partnerships with trusted payroll and insurance providers, we ensure a stress-free experience while maintaining industry-leading standards through memberships like the Association of Nanny Agencies. With over 1,000 successful placements in the past decade, we combine local expertise with national recognition, including being named UK Nannies' 'Nanny Agency of the Year 2021' and maintaining a 2024 Mums Guide to Hitchin 'Best Lifestyle Service' nomination.
Services
Permanent Nannies
Temporary Nannies
Nanny Housekeepers
Babysitting Service
Night Nannies
Nanny Recruitment
Childcare Consultation
Payroll Assistance
Insurance Partnerships
Nanny Training
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer a truly bespoke service tailored to each family's needs
- Our team has over 10 years of experience in childcare recruitment
- We provide ongoing support and advice from initial inquiry to successful hire
- We have strong partnerships with trusted payroll and insurance providers
- Award-winning agency with recognition as Nanny Agency of the Year 2021
Associations and certifications
- Association of Nanny Agencies
- Federation of Small Businesses
What people say
Stress-free situation
Perfect job
Bespoke service
Excellent CVs
Highly professional
Services
Permanent Nannies
We specialise in placing qualified permanent nannies matched to family requirements. Our rigorous vetting process ensures candidates meet our high standards, with enhanced DBS checks, first aid qualifications, and proven childcare experience. Families receive tailored CV shortlists and interview support.
Temporary Nannies
Our temporary nanny service addresses urgent childcare needs, including maternity cover and emergency placements. We maintain a database of pre-vetted candidates available for immediate deployment, with 7-day notice periods and flexible contract terms to accommodate changing requirements.
Babysitting Service
Our babysitting service operates across Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire, offering qualified childcare professionals for evenings and weekends. Members benefit from reduced booking fees and priority access to experienced babysitters, with minimum booking periods applying to ensure quality service delivery.
Nanny Housekeepers
We provide nanny housekeepers who combine childcare with light household duties. Candidates possess both childcare qualifications and domestic management experience, offering comprehensive support for busy families seeking integrated household and childcare solutions.
Night Nannies
Our night nanny service supports families requiring overnight childcare assistance. Qualified professionals specialise in newborn care, sleep training, and post-natal support, operating on hourly or live-in arrangements to help parents maintain work-life balance.
People
Abigail Plested
Founder & Director
Level 3 qualified childcare professional with 10+ years' experience. Founded Rosebud Nanny Agency in 2013 after employing multiple nannies for her own family. Serves as Vice-Chair of the Association of Nanny Agencies since 2021.
Questions
How does Rosebud Nanny Agency match families with nannies?
We conduct home visits to understand family dynamics, then create tailored CV shortlists based on personality, experience, and specific childcare requirements.
What areas do you cover?
We operate across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and South Cambridgeshire, including St Albans, Harpenden, Hitchin, and Watford.
What qualifications do your nannies hold?
All nannies have Level 3 childcare qualifications, enhanced DBS checks, and first aid certification, with minimum 3 years' professional experience.
How are payment arrangements structured?
Payment occurs after successful placement. Babysitting services have membership options with booking fees, while permanent placements follow agreed contract terms.
What awards has Rosebud won?
Recognised as UK Nannies' 'Nanny Agency of the Year 2021' and multiple finalist in Mums Guide to Hitchin and Little Ankle Biters awards.
Do you offer ongoing support after placement?
Yes, we provide continuous support including contract advice, payroll assistance, and regular follow-ups to ensure successful long-term placements.
Reviews (6)
Laura Chappell
Jan 21, 2022
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Im a nanny with 15+ years experience, Abi has recently placed me with a new family. Abi was so professional and attentive from the very first email I sent her regarding a nanny position I was interested in. She promptly communicated between myself and the family, got me registered ASAP and forwarded me for an interview (all this happened within about 2/3 days from the first email I sent. Im also a new mum myself to a young baby, and Abi has found me the perfect job with the perfect work/life balance. I would highly recommend Abi (Rosebud Nanny Agency) to both parents and nannies
Duriye Kayserili
Jan 07, 2022
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Rosebud agency was one of the first agencies I joined after 9 years of not needing to find/apply for a job.
Abi at the agency was great at contacting me regularly with jobs that suited what I was looking for and with a broader scope just in case. Theyre really efficient at gathering all the info they need and following interviews etc up with you and the families youre interested in. I found a job in no time and everything from DBS checks to contracts being sorted was seamless. Il definitely recommend and use Rosebuds as often as I need to.
Abi at the agency was great at contacting me regularly with jobs that suited what I was looking for and with a broader scope just in case. Theyre really efficient at gathering all the info they need and following interviews etc up with you and the families youre interested in. I found a job in no time and everything from DBS checks to contracts being sorted was seamless. Il definitely recommend and use Rosebuds as often as I need to.
Alice Callard
Dec 26, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality
Abi was brilliant and introduced us to a lovely nanny really quickly. She was very helpful and responsive and guided us through the whole process. Would highly recommend her agency,
Abi was brilliant and introduced us to a lovely nanny really quickly. She was very helpful and responsive and guided us through the whole process. Would highly recommend her agency,
Max Well
Dec 24, 2021
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Abi was absolutely first class to deal with - she is a real wiz at coming up with Plan A, Plan B and even Plan C - when things change - as they inevitably do with new born babies...! On behalf of my wife and myself (and our baby!) I want to sincerely thank Abi for her wonderful support - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Felicity Wallace
Dec 13, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness,Value
Although my circumstances changed so I wasnt able to employ a nanny, Abi put me in contact with three wonderful women, two of which I met and would have been more than happy to have my children in their care. Abis service was thorough, understanding and timely and I would highly recommend her agency.
Although my circumstances changed so I wasnt able to employ a nanny, Abi put me in contact with three wonderful women, two of which I met and would have been more than happy to have my children in their care. Abis service was thorough, understanding and timely and I would highly recommend her agency.
Nicky P.
Oct 19, 2021
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Great agency. Well priced and not pushy at all. Abi is very supportive and knows her stuff, helped us out a lot with interview questions and pre-screening. Referencing is done properly with actual Q&A instead of some random old comment. Definitely recommend.
