Join The Gold Standard

Apply to become a Nanny Union Caregiver

We selectively partner with elite childcare professionals. Please complete the application below in its entirety. Our placement team will review your credentials and contact you if your experience aligns with our current family requirements.

The Union Standard Pipeline

We invest heavily in our caregivers. Every nanny placed through The Nanny Union receives mandatory, agency-sponsored training to ensure you operate at the highest tier of the industry.

Professional Upskilling

Powered by our BrightHR partnership, gain access to continuous professional development and active training courses to continually elevate your childcare career.

Mandatory Safeguarding

Before you enter any home, you will be put through our rigorous, agency-standard safeguarding course, equipping you with the latest child protection protocols.

Health & Safety Mastery

Every placement involves comprehensive health and safety training. We ensure you are fully prepared to confidently manage any household environment safely.

Verified by Home Office Our vetting software integrates directly with the Home Office to ensure all Right-to-Work documentation is 100% factual and compliant.

1. Personal Information & Availability

Full Name

Email Address

Phone Number

Right to work in UK?

Yes, UK Citizen Yes, Work Visa No, sponsorship required

Availability (Days, Hours, Live-in/Live-out)

Willing to travel or work evenings/weekends?

Yes, highly flexible Evenings/Weekends Only Travel Only No, standard hours only

2. Experience & Background

Years of Childcare Experience

Age Groups Worked With (e.g., Infants, Toddlers)

Describe your previous nanny roles and responsibilities

Have you worked with multiple children at once?

Yes No

3. Qualifications & Training

Childcare Qualifications (e.g., NVQ, Diplomas)

Are you trained in First Aid / CPR?

Yes, currently certified Expired, willing to renew No

Other Relevant Certifications

4. Safety & Responsibility

Willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS Check?

Yes, already have one on update service Yes, willing to apply No

Do you have a clean driving licence?

Yes No

How would you handle an emergency situation with a child?

What would you do if a child was injured in your care?

5. Childcare Approach & Philosophy

How do you handle discipline and boundaries?

What activities would you plan for children of different ages?

How do you support a child's emotional and social development?

How do you manage screen time?

6. Practical Skills

Comfortable preparing meals?

Yes, highly capable Yes, basic meals No

Can you assist with homework?

Yes No

Willing to do light household duties?

Yes (Laundry, tidying, etc.) No

Experience with special needs / allergies?

Yes, Special Needs Yes, Severe Allergies (EpiPen) Yes, Both No

7. Personality & Fit

Why do you want to work as a nanny?

What are your strengths as a childcare provider?

How do you build trust with both children and parents?

Describe a challenging situation with a child and how you handled it

8. References

Please provide details for at least 2 childcare-related references.

Reference 1 (Name, Relationship, Phone, Email)

Reference 2 (Name, Relationship, Phone, Email)

May we contact your references now?

Yes Please ask me first

9. Scenario-Based Questions

What would you do if a child refuses to follow instructions?

How would you handle sibling conflict?

What would you do if parents gave unclear instructions?

10. Final Checks

When can you start?

Salary Expectations

Is there anything else you'd like us to know?

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Professional Upskilling

Mandatory Safeguarding

Health & Safety Mastery

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