If you require
any other specific information, which is not covered in
this or one of the other sections of our website, please
feel free to contact one of our Consultants, either by
Telephone, Fax or e-mail.
Who
pays tax on the Nanny's salary?
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A
full time Nanny is not deemed to be self employed. The
Employer (family) is therefore responsible to register
as an Employer and to pay the tax on the Nanny's salary
to Inland Revenue. Part time Nannies and Maternity Nurses
are deemed to be self employed and are responsible for
their own tax.
As
a Nanny, should I expect my Employer to provide Health
Insurance?
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Employers
are not obliged to pay Health Insurance, and do so as
an incentive to the Nanny. We do however, recommend
to Employers outside of the United Kingdom that they
do provide health insurance cover for the Employee.
Do
I have to have a qualification to work as a Nanny?
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At
this time, no, but is highly recommended. There are
a number of courses on offer in the UK and an increasing
number are being offered in other countries as well.
Some of the courses available in the UK, lead to NNEB,
NAMCW, NVQ and Montessori qualifications
How
much money can I earn as a Nanny?
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This
varies, depending on your qualifications, experience,
your ability to speak English, and also the country
in which you are planning to work. In the United Kingdom,
salaries are also dependent on whether you live in with
the family or work as a daily Nanny. Other determining
factors include the number and age of the children and
the working hours. On average you can expect between
£200 and £400 net/week.
How
much money can I earn as a Maternity Nurse?
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On
average, Maternity Nurses earn between £550 and
£700/week, but this can increase to £800/week
in the case of twins.
How
much pocket money am I paid as an Au-Pair?
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You
will be paid between £50 and £ 70 per week.
For this you will work 5 to 6 hours per day, 5 days
per week, and 2 nights baby sitting.
How
many hours would I be expected to work?
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In
the United Kingdom, on average, a Nanny works between
10 and 12hours per day, five days per week. A Maternity
Nurse works 24 hours a day, 6 days a week. An Au-Pair
works 5 to 6 hours per day, 5 days per week. Although
the Maternity Nurse and Au-Pair hours are set, a Nanny
needs to be flexible and working hours should be agreed
between the Employer and Employee, before commencement
of employment .
As
a Nanny, what are my duties?
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The
majority of qualified Nannies will perform Nursery duties
only. Nursery duties are all tasks which involve the
care and development of the children, including their
laundry, keeping their rooms clean etc.
Others
are more flexible and are willing to do light housework
in addition to caring for the children. The choice is
yours, but keep in mind that the more flexible you are,
the better your chances are of finding a well paid position.
Should
I expect to be given paid holidays?
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Most
Employers offer their Employees 4 weeks paid holiday
per year. Taking an Employee on the family holiday does
not subsitute for paid holidays.
What
about work permits or visas?
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The
type of work permit or visa required will depend on
both the Nationality/Passport of the applicant and the
immigration laws of the host country. When employing
a Nanny, Governess or Maternity Nurse, the Employer
is responsible for attaining the visa on behalf of the
Employee, should one be required. The exceptions are
if the applicant is applying for an Au-Pair visa, or
for a working holiday visa..
Who
pays for flights to the host country?
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Au-Pairs
are responsible to pay for flights to and from the host
country. For all other placements in the UK, the Employee
is expected to pay for his/her own return flights from
the country of origin to the UK.
For
all other placements outside of the United Kingdom,
the Employee must pay for a return flight from the country
of origin to London. The Employer will then provide
a return flight from London to the host country. Alternatively,
an amount equivalent to a return flight from London
to the host country, will be reimbursed to the Employee
on commencement of employment, should the Employee choose
to fly directly from the country of origin to the host
country..
Do
I have to work a notice period, should I decide to leave
a family before the end of my contract?
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Yes.
The length of the notice period will be agreed upon
between the Employer and Employee, before commencement
of employment. Obviously the Employer needs to give
the Employee the same period of notice should the Employer
decide to terminate the contract prematurely.
As
an Au-Pair, should I expect the host family to pay for
my school fees?
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No.
You are liable to pay for your own school fees. The
family may, however, choose to assist you with your
school fees, as an incentive.
How
long can I stay in the United Kingdom as an Au-Pair?
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If
you hold an European Union passport, you can stay in
the UK for an indefinite period. For all other passport
holders you can stay for a maximum of two years.
As
an Au-Pair, may I change my host family?
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Yes,
you may. You must give the family notice of your intention
to leave.
As
an Au-Pair, am I obliged to register with the Overseas
Visitors Office on coming
to the United Kingdom? >>Top
If
you are a Turkish citizen, you must register with the
Overseas Visitors Office, within 7 days of arriving in
the United Kingdom.
The
address is as follows:
Ground Floor
Brandon House
180 Borough High Street
London
SE1 1LH
The
office hours are 09:00 to 16:30, Monday to Friday.
If
you are unsure as to whether you should register, check
the entry visa certificate in your passport.
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