Your Questions, Answered
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What makes Athlete Mannies & Nannies different from other London nanny agencies?
Unlike many traditional agencies that offer one-off placements, we operate a membership-based London nanny agency model.
This means:
Ongoing placement support
Guaranteed backup childcare
7-day WhatsApp support
Long-term partnership with your family
We support families across London with after-school nannies, full-time nannies, and specialist childcare.
We promise to support your family Monday to Sunday, year-round.
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Yes.
We specialise in placing after-school nannies in London who can:
Collect children from school
Supervise homework
Prepare light meals
Take children to clubs and activities
Support 7+ and 11+ preparation
Organise structured sports and enrichment
Our after-school nannies are ideal for busy London families needing reliable afternoon and early evening childcare.
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Yes, we place both:
Live-in nannies in London
Live-out nannies in London
Whether you require full-time childcare, rota arrangements, or part-time support, we match you with a nanny who fits your family’s lifestyle.
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We guarantee:
Guaranteed backup care
WhatsApp support 7 days a week
Ongoing placement support
Fully vetted nannies & mannies (Enhanced DBS, references, ID & Right-to-Work checks)
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
Emergency childcare across London
Access to SEN-experienced nannies
Holiday and babysitting support
Sports-focused “Athlete Mannies”
Your child’s safety, happiness and wellbeing are at the centre of everything we do.
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How It Works at Athlete Mannies & Nannies
We make hiring a nanny simple, structured and fully supported from start to finish.
How does the hiring process begin?
It starts with an initial introduction call.
During this call, we’ll discuss:
Your childcare requirements
Schedule and hours
Live-in or live-out preference
After-school or full-time needs
Your parenting style and household expectations
Any SEN or tutoring requirements
This allows us to understand your family properly — not just fill a role.
What happens after the introduction call?
We get to work immediately.
Using your specific requirements, we carefully match suitable nannies or mannies from our network based on:
Experience
Personality fit
Qualifications
Availability
Salary expectations
We focus on quality over quantity — you will only receive strong, aligned matches.
How will we receive candidate profiles?
Successful matches are shared with you via:
WhatsApp
Email
Profiles include relevant experience, qualifications and background information so you can review comfortably in your own time.
How do you support us during the introduction stage?
Once profiles are shared, we add you to a dedicated WhatsApp customer service group chat.
This group allows you to:
Ask questions in real time
Receive guidance on interviews
Get support during decision-making
Clarify contract or salary queries
We are present throughout the process so you never feel unsupported.
Can we speak to the nanny before deciding?
Absolutely.
We organise either:
A phone or video call
A face-to-face meeting
This gives you the opportunity to assess personality, communication style and overall compatibility.
We strongly believe interviews are essential for ensuring the right fit.
Do you offer trials?
Yes.
We can arrange a trial shift before you formally offer the position. This allows both the family and the nanny to experience the dynamic in real time and ensure mutual comfort.
What happens after a successful trial?
If you’re happy:
You formally offer the position
The nanny accepts
You join our membership service
We provide continued support and guaranteed backup care
Your nanny begins their role
From there — we remain available 7 days a week for ongoing support.
When does membership begin?
Membership begins once you formally hire your nanny. This activates:
Guaranteed backup care
Ongoing placement support
WhatsApp assistance
Access to additional services
How long does the hiring process usually take?
Timelines vary depending on requirements, but many families secure a nanny within 1–3 weeks from the initial call.
Urgent placements can often be supported faster.
Our Promise Throughout the Process
We are not simply matching CVs.
We are matching families.
From your first call to your nanny’s first day — and beyond — we are by your side.
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Yes.
Every nanny placed through our London nanny agency undergoes:
Enhanced DBS check
Verified professional references
ID verification
Right-to-Work checks
Safeguarding is non-negotiable.
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Yes. We work with SEN-experienced nannies in London who support children with:
Autism
ADHD
Learning differences
Additional care needs
Please contact us to discuss your child’s specific requirements.
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Hourly rates vary depending on experience, qualifications and responsibilities.
Rates begin at London Living Wage minimum and increase based on:
Years of experience
SEN expertise
Tutoring ability
Live-in vs live-out arrangements
After-school vs full-time roles
We provide complete transparency before interviews take place.
Starting at £14-20 per hour
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Absolutely.
We believe choosing a nanny is about more than qualifications — it’s about the right fit.
We arrange interviews at a time that suits you, allowing you to:
Meet your nanny
Ask questions
Discuss parenting style
Align on routines and expectations
Your peace of mind is our priority.
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If we have done our job correctly, this will be rare.
However, if circumstances change:
We listen carefully to your concerns
We provide replacement profiles as part of your membership
We work closely with you to find a better match
If, after reasonable efforts, a suitable replacement cannot be found, we will cancel your membership.
Your family’s wellbeing comes first.
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Yes.
We offer emergency childcare across Greater London, ensuring your family is never left without support if your nanny is unwell or unavailable.
This is part of our guaranteed backup care promise.
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Our membership provides ongoing childcare support — not just a single placement.
🛡️ Membership Fees (Frozen for 2026)
1 day per week hire: £50 + VAT per month
2–3 days per week hire: £70 + VAT per month
4–5 days per week hire: £100 + VAT per month
6–7 days per week hire: £140 + VAT per month
Membership Includes:
✔ Guaranteed backup nanny care
✔ Ongoing London placement support
✔ WhatsApp support 7 days a week
✔ Fully vetted nannies
✔ Transparent pricing
✔ Access to babysitters, holiday care & SEN support -
We cover all Greater London boroughs, including:
Barking and Dagenham, Barnet, Bexley, Brent, Bromley, Camden, Croydon, Ealing, Enfield, Greenwich, Hackney, Hammersmith and Fulham, Haringey, Harrow, Havering, Hillingdon, Hounslow, Islington, Kensington and Chelsea, Kingston upon Thames, Lambeth, Lewisham, Merton, Newham, Redbridge, Richmond upon Thames, Southwark, Sutton, Tower Hamlets, Waltham Forest, Wandsworth, Westminster.
We also offer international nanny placements.
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11+ years of trusted placements
5★ family reviews
Personal, relationship-led approach
Reliable after-school and full-time nanny placements
Guaranteed backup care
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Entrusting someone with your child is one of the most important decisions you will ever make.
We promise to support your family Monday to Sunday, year-round.
Your children’s safety, happiness and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do.
Athlete Mannies & Nannies — A trusted London nanny agency for families who expect more