Matching ledger

Every service line starts with role definition and screening scope.

Structured review
  • Schedule fitFull-time, part-time, temporary, after-school, and rotational needs.
  • Skills and age rangeNewborn care, toddler routines, school support, travel readiness, and household coordination.
  • Language requirementsBilingual communication needs and preferred educational style.
  • Placement formatLive-in, live-out, trial coverage, or long-term family support.
  • Screening scopeRecruiter interviews, identity checks, references, and criminal-record checks where legally permitted.

Shortlist support

Clear candidate notes for faster comparison and interview planning.

Household fit

Selection shaped by routines, expectations, and practical boundaries.

Process clarity

Fees, placement terms, and replacement conditions should be reviewed before engagement.

01. Intake

Role definition and family brief

We start with a focused consultation covering weekly schedule, child ages, nursery and school routines, travel expectations, language preferences, confidence with newborn or educational support, and whether the role is live-in or live-out.

02. Shortlist

Targeted candidate presentation

Instead of sending a long list, we prepare a focused shortlist with notes on relevant childcare background, availability, language ability, practical fit with the household, and any constraints that matter to the family.

03. Interviews

Interview planning and feedback

We arrange interview rounds, help compare candidates against the agreed brief, and gather structured feedback so the final decision is based on role requirements, communication style, and family routine compatibility.

04. Placement

Offer stage and transition support

Once a family selects a candidate, we support the placement stage with offer alignment, start-date coordination, and handover planning. Employment terms remain between the family and the selected nanny unless stated otherwise in a separate agreement.

What the screening scope may include

  • Recruiter interview and role-fit review
  • Identity check
  • Reference checks
  • Criminal-record checks where legally permitted
Comparison of nanny placement types
Placement type Schedule Typical duties Home arrangement Best fit
Full-time live-out Weekday coverage with defined start and finish times. Child routines, meals, school runs, nursery order, and age-appropriate support. The nanny returns home daily. No in-home accommodation required. Families needing stable daytime structure and clear boundaries.
Part-time Morning, afternoon, or after-school blocks on selected days. Targeted childcare support around school, naps, activities, or parent work hours. Usually live-out, with a compact handover routine and limited extra duties. Families covering specific gaps rather than a full weekly schedule.
Live-in Longer or split-day coverage with agreed private time and rest periods. Childcare continuity, evening routines, travel support, and schedule flexibility within the agreed role. Private room and household expectations must be defined in advance. Homes needing extended coverage, early starts, or practical overnight presence.
Temporary or seasonal Short fixed-term periods, holiday cover, relocation support, or interim care. Continuity during transitions, travel periods, school breaks, or urgent timetable changes. Live-in or live-out, depending on location, timing, and duration. Families needing reliable cover without a permanent placement commitment.
Bilingual or specialist Built around the family schedule, with role emphasis on language or developmental needs. Childcare plus language immersion, newborn familiarity, or experience with a specific routine. Set according to the family home, travel habits, and communication priorities. Families seeking precise skills, not broad candidate browsing.

Each search is shaped through role definition, screening scope, and practical household expectations before interviews are arranged.

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Screening scope

What we review before a family receives a focused shortlist

Our agency conducts structured recruiter interviews and document-led checks to support practical fit. We introduce candidates to families, but the agency is not automatically the direct employer. The final hiring decision remains with the household.

Checks vary by role, country of work, and lawful document access. We explain what can be verified, what depends on third-party records, and where legal limits apply before interviews move forward.

Recruiter interview

We discuss schedule availability, childcare age range, daily routines, household expectations, language comfort, and previous placement history. This helps define role fit before a profile is shared.

Identity and work documents

We review identity documents and, where relevant, work eligibility information presented by the candidate. Families are told whether originals, copies, or later in-person confirmation are part of the process.

Reference checks

We request and review prior employer references when available, with attention to reliability, communication style, childcare responsibilities, and consistency with the candidate's stated experience.

Background screening within legal limits

Where lawfully permitted and relevant to the assignment, we may coordinate criminal-record checks or ask candidates to provide official documentation. Availability depends on jurisdiction, timing, and the type of record that can legally be reviewed.

Role-specific notes

Families receive a clear summary of what has been assessed, what remains to be confirmed, and which points should be covered in the final family interview, trial day, or offer stage.

For the next step, review our interview support process and see how role definition, shortlist presentation, and family meetings are structured.

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1. Scheduling

We coordinate interview times, confirm format, and keep the process moving when several household decision-makers need to attend.

2. Fit guidance

Before interviews, we outline which points to compare across candidates, including childcare experience, communication style, flexibility, and routine alignment.

3. Structured feedback

After each meeting, we help you record practical observations so the final decision is based on defined criteria rather than broad impressions.

What we help you assess during interviews

  • Schedule fit. Start times, evening coverage, travel expectations, weekend work, and handover consistency.
  • Skills fit. Age-group experience, homework support, meal preparation, infant care, and confidence with family-specific routines.
  • Household fit. Preferred communication style, discretion, boundaries, and how the role sits within the wider home environment.
  • Screening context. Where permitted and relevant, our process can include recruiter interviews, identity checks, reference checks, and criminal-record checks, so interview discussion stays grounded in documented information.

Interview checklist

Role scope confirmed
Checked
Working pattern compared
Checked
Family routine discussed
Checked
Communication style noted
Checked
Next-step timing agreed
Checked

Agency scope

We introduce candidates based on schedule, skills, language needs, household routines, and practical fit. Final hiring decisions, supervision, payroll setup, tax treatment, and daily employment management remain with the family unless a separate arrangement is stated in writing.

Screening limits

Our screening may include recruiter interviews, identity checks, reference checks, and criminal-record checks where legally permitted and available. Screening reduces risk but does not create a guarantee of future conduct, ongoing availability, or performance in every household setting.

Fees and terms

Consultation fees, placement fees, replacement conditions, cancellation terms, and any refund eligibility should be reviewed before you proceed with interviews. Please read the pricing summary and terms carefully before submitting a serious request.

Availability notice

Candidate availability can change during the search process. A shortlist reflects current fit at the time of presentation, not a promise that every candidate will remain open, relocate, or accept the final offer.

If you want a clear summary of costs and replacement conditions first, review the pricing page before contacting us.

Consultation

Book a consultation for a focused shortlist

Tell us the schedule, childcare priorities, language needs, and household routine you need covered. We introduce nanny candidates to families through a documented matching process and are not necessarily the direct employer.

Before you proceed, we recommend reviewing fees, placement terms, replacement conditions, and consultation scope.

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What we align

  • • Weekly schedule and start date
  • • Infant, toddler, or school-age experience
  • • Language preferences and communication style
  • • Live-in, live-out, full-time, or temporary needs
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