Back-up Nanny

British Carers; Test Valley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare service provider in the UK is seeking Back‑Up Nannies for flexible childcare work in and around Andover. This role offers competitive pay, flexible hours, and the opportunity to support families in need of emergency childcare. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of paid experience and a valid DBS check. Join a supportive team committed to quality in-home care.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

Bonus pay

Travel pay

Supportive team

Performance bonuses

Auto-enrol pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of paid childcare experience (or 2 years plus a childcare qualification).
• A paediatric first aid certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
• A valid enhanced DBS check issued within the last 12 months or registered on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency, high-quality in-home childcare when families’ regular arrangements fall through.

Skills

Childcare experience

Paediatric first aid certificate

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

Back‑Up Nanny – Andover & Surrounding Areas

Join our team for flexible childcare work in and around Andover. British Carers is hiring Back‑Up Nannies to provide emergency, high‑quality in‑home childcare when families’ regular arrangements fall through.

This is a fantastic opportunity for childcare professionals seeking extra income, more flexibility, or a new challenge. Whether you’re in the heart of London or commuting from nearby areas, we offer the flexibility to choose your own hours and work with various families across the city.

What You’ll Need

• Minimum 3 years of paid childcare experience (or 2 years plus a childcare qualification)
• A paediatric first aid certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
• A valid enhanced DBS check issued within the last 12 months or registered on the Update Service

Why British Carers?

British Carers provides emergency and back‑up childcare services across the UK. We step in when families' regular childcare arrangements fall through, whether it’s due to a nanny’s illness, nursery closures, or school strikes. Our nannies have the freedom to work across various households, gaining variety and flexibility while being part of a supportive community that truly values their dedication.

What We Offer

• Salaried roles: 20+ or 30+ hours per week, or ad‑hoc contracts for greater flexibility
• Competitive pay: up to £16.81 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Weekly pay: get paid the same week you work
• Bonus pay: earn up to 4 additional hours on qualifying shifts
• Travel pay: get paid hourly for longer commutes
• Supportive team: our friendly team is always available to assist you
• Nationwide opportunities: take your job with you wherever you go
• Performance bonuses: we reward outstanding work
• Fast start: start accepting shifts in as little as two days
• Auto‑enrol pension scheme
• Employee‑focused: we are a living wage and disability confident employer

Disability Confident

A disability confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. In certain recruitment situations such as high‑volume, seasonal and high‑peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non‑disabled people. For more details please go to …