Nanny Jobs, London & the Home Counties
Nanny Jobs in London
Live-in, live-out and daily positions with private families across Kensington, Chelsea, Notting Hill, Mayfair, Belgravia and Hampstead.
For Nannies, Governesses & Maternity Nurses
Build your career in London with Lumière
London is home to some of the world's most established private households, and demand for qualified, professional nannies, governesses and maternity nurses is consistently strong. Lumière, founded by a working career nanny, recruits for properly contracted, payrolled roles with families who value qualifications, discretion and longevity.
We recruit across Kensington, Chelsea, Notting Hill, Mayfair, Belgravia, Knightsbridge, Holland Park, Hampstead, St John's Wood and the Home Counties. Registering is free for candidates.
Roles We Recruit For
Live-In Nanny
Full-time, accommodation-included roles with one family.
Live-Out / Daily Nanny
Day roles returning to your own home each evening.
Governess
Education-led care and learning for school-age children.
Maternity Nurse
Newborn and postnatal specialists, day or 24-hour.
Travel & Yacht Nanny
Roles that travel with the family, including charter seasons.
Rota Nanny
Rotational patterns such as 2-weeks-on / 2-weeks-off.
Pay & Conditions in London
Indicative NET ranges for declared, contract-based roles. Actual pay reflects your experience, languages and qualifications.
London placements are payrolled through PAYE with pension, paid holiday and proper contracts, fully compliant and protecting you as an employee.
What Families in London Look For
- Enhanced DBS, paediatric first aid and Ofsted registration (or willingness to register)
- Verifiable, checkable childcare references
- Qualifications such as Norland, NNEB, CACHE, BTEC or Montessori valued, especially for senior roles
- Right to work in the UK
English is essential; a second language (French, Mandarin, Arabic, Russian or Spanish) is a strong advantage with London's international families.
Why Work With Lumière
Founded by a working career nanny, not a recruiter
Lumière is French Riviera-based and founded by a working career nanny, so we understand both sides of a placement. We place only declared, properly contracted roles, we are honest about families and expectations, and we stay in touch with our candidates. Register once and we will reach out when the right London role comes along.
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London Nanny Jobs, FAQ
How do I find nanny jobs in London?
Register with Lumière via the application form on this page. We match qualified, DBS-checked candidates with private families across Kensington, Chelsea, Notting Hill, Mayfair and the Home Counties, live-in, daily and maternity roles.
Do I need a DBS and qualifications to work as a London nanny?
An enhanced DBS, paediatric first aid and checkable references are expected, and most families prefer Ofsted registration. Qualifications such as Norland, NNEB, CACHE or Montessori strengthen your applications, particularly for senior and governess roles.
What do London nannies earn?
Live-in roles typically pay £700–£850+ per week NET with accommodation; daily and live-out nannies £45,000–£55,000+ gross per year, payrolled. Governesses earn more depending on qualifications and travel.
Are London roles payrolled and contracted?
Yes, we place properly contracted, PAYE-payrolled roles with pension and paid holiday, never undeclared arrangements. This protects you on tax, holiday and employment rights.
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