September 7, 2016
We give you the lowdown on gross v net pay and explain why you need to say NO to net. When salaries are discussed the amount quoted is usually a gross figure – ie the amount an employee gets before … Continue reading
Managing sickness absence
September 1, 2016
It’s inevitable that sooner or later your nanny will phone in sick. It can be frustrating if you’re off to an important meeting or away from home for work, and you may end up feeling let down, but it’s important … Continue reading
The right to work in the UK
July 14, 2016
When you employ a nanny it’s your responsibility to check that he or she has the right to work in the UK. In the second half of 2015 over £21 million penalties were issued to employers in the UK for … Continue reading
Giving your nanny holiday
July 1, 2016
When you take on a nanny you’ll need to decide how much annual holiday he or she will get each year. Your nanny is entitled to 28 paid days holiday per year. This is made up of four weeks standard … Continue reading
Taking your nanny on holiday
May 6, 2016
Some families appreciate an extra pair of hands when they go away on holiday. And it often makes sense to take along your nanny who knows the children well rather than hire in help at the destination. It’s worth remembering … Continue reading
P60s: What you need to know
April 25, 2016
A P60 summarises an employee’s total pay and deductions for the tax year. You need to give your nanny, (if he or she was working for you on the last day of the tax year – 5 April), a P60. … Continue reading
New Student Loan repayment Plans
April 8, 2016
If you take on a new nanny with a student loan to repay you’ll need to find out which repayment plan he or she has. Plan 1 is for: English and Welsh students who started studying before 1 September 2012 … Continue reading
How to spend more time with your family
March 21, 2016
Elin Swain, managing director of Nannies Matter, shares her tips on spending more quality time with your children. Time is a precious commodity for many parents. Going to work, cooking meals, cleaning and doing laundry can take up so much … Continue reading
Paying your nanny with childcare vouchers
January 29, 2016
Childcare vouchers help parents to save money The vouchers are offered by some employers and enable you to pay for childcare, including your nanny, out of your salary before tax and National Insurance (NI) have been taken away. Some generous … Continue reading
Taking on a nanny checklist
November 5, 2015
Here’s what needs to happen when you take on a new nanny
