Regular Nannies (20+ hours A Week)

For a £200 placement fee, we handle everything from:
✅ Finding and matching you with the perfect nanny
✅ Running background checks for peace of mind
✅ Organising a paid trial shift to make sure it’s a great fit
✅ Providing step-by-step support on becoming an employer

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Your Step-by-Step Checklist for Hiring a Nanny (Over 20 Hours a Week)

If you're hiring a nanny for more than 20 hours per week, the UK government considers you their employer. This means there are a few important legal steps you need to take. But don’t worry—NannyEmmy is here to help!

💡 Need extra support? Payroll providers can handle a lot of this for you, including payroll, tax deductions, payslips, and HMRC compliance. They make the process stress-free and simple!

🔹 Step 1: Register as an Employer with HMRC

☐ Go to the HMRC website and register as an employer. You must do this before the nanny’s first payday.
Register as an Employer

🔹 Step 2: Set Up Payroll & Pay National Insurance & Tax

☐ Run payroll yourself or use a payroll provider to handle tax, National Insurance, and pension contributions.
☐ Ensure your nanny receives a payslip each payday.
☐ Submit Real-Time Information (RTI) reports to HMRC each payday.
Running Payroll as an Employer

🔹 Step 3: Provide a Written Contract

☐ Create a legally binding contract outlining the nanny’s hours, pay, holiday entitlement, and responsibilities.
☐ NannyEmmy provides a contract template you can use!

🔹 Step 4: Ensure Statutory Rights & Legal Obligations

☐ Pay at least the National Minimum Wage (or a higher agreed rate).
☐ Provide paid holiday (5.6 weeks per year).
☐ Allow statutory sick pay if the nanny is unwell.
☐ Provide maternity/paternity leave if applicable.
Employing Someone in Your Home

🔹 Step 5: Consider a Pension Scheme

☐ If your nanny earns over £10,000 per year, you must provide a workplace pension.
☐ Set up auto-enrolment and contribute to their pension scheme.
Workplace Pensions

🔹 Step 6: Get Employer’s Liability Insurance

☐ This is a legal requirement and protects you in case of workplace injury.
Employer’s Liability Insurance

🔹 Step 7: Agree on Working Hours & Payment Schedule

☐ Decide weekly/monthly pay and how payments will be made (bank transfer, payroll system, etc.).
☐ Discuss overtime rates and expectations.

🔹 Step 8: Keep Records & Stay Compliant

☐ Keep records of hours worked, pay, tax deductions, and holiday entitlements.
☐ Ensure all payments and deductions are correctly reported to HMRC.

💡 Need Help? We’re Here for You!

Hiring a nanny can feel like a lot, but NannyEmmy is here to support you every step of the way! We provide guidance, contract templates, and a stress-free nanny placement service.

Want someone to handle payroll for you? Payroll providers can take care of tax calculations, payslips, pension contributions, and HMRC compliance—making your life even easier!

Let us help you find the perfect nanny—while making sure you're set up legally and correctly!