NANNY QUALIFICATIONS
Nanny & Butler recruits Nanny Qualifications with a minimum of 3 years childcare experience, or 2 years of experience + qualifications. We specialise in providing the highest standard of childcarers.
The most recognised courses, schools and training our Nannies attend are:
CACHE
The Council for Award in Childcare and Education. They are a specialist body that develops courses and qualifications in child care. CACHE Level 2: Certificate in Childcare and Education (CCE) – a one-year full-time or two-year part-time course for students wanting to be child care assistants. Having gained the Certificate, you may progress to other qualifications. CACHE Level 3: this is a two-year full-time or three-year part-time course, it covers health, safety, nutrition and educational play for ages up to seven. Around 60% of student’s time is spent in college and the remaining 40% is spent with different age children on placements in homes, day nurseries, hospitals and junior schools.
BTEC
(Level 2 and level 3) CHILDREN’S CARE, LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT. Professional Practice – students will work with a range of children aged 0-8 in a variety of settings e.g. Private Nursery, Primary School, Special School. Taught units of work – units of work cover a variety of areas e.g. Understanding Children’s Development, Keeping Children Safe, Children’s Learning Activities and Play, Communication with Children and Adults.
NNEB
An NNEB diploma in nursery nursing indicates the holder undertook a full time 2-year course covering the ages of 0-7. It gives student’s hands on experience in addition to the academic course which covers the physical, social, educational, intellectual and emotional needs of different ages. Other areas of study include health and hygiene, play and first aid.
NVQ
(Level 2, level 3 and level 4) The NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) is a government initiative to give people with experience but no formal qualification the opportunity to get a recognised qualification. This is not an academic qualification but based on practical experience in the work place. NVQ’s are assessed within the workplace where students have to prove that they have achieved a certain level of competence and capability.
MONTESSORI
The Montessori Method is an internationally renowned qualification. It is a method and philosophy that gives much more individual attention to the child and his/her needs and encourages him/her to develop at his or her own pace. It is a holistic curriculum that aims to develop the child socially, intellectually, physically and emotionally. In order to graduate as a Montessori teacher, you will need a minimum of a college degree and a year’s student teaching under supervision.
MNT
MNT Training are independent training providers of accredited courses for child-carers including Nannies and Maternity Nurses and are regarded by many as the UK specialists in training for Maternity Nurses. Most of the courses are accredited either by CACHE, OCN OTC or the PFAA (Paediatric First Aid Association).
NORDLAND DIPLOMA
The Norland Diploma is what makes Norland graduates of the Norland College unique and highly sought after, as they really learn how to use childcare knowledge in a practical way. Students must successfully complete a certificate in all 3 practical lectures, obtain food hygiene and first aid certificates and successfully complete each of their practical placements and their probationary post.
CHILTERN
The Chiltern College is renowned for its high quality unique childcare training.
PGCE
The Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) is a one-year course in England, Wales and Northern Ireland for undergraduate degree holders that allows them to train to be a teacher.
TEFL
Teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) refers to teaching English to students whose first language is not English. TEFL teachers may be native or non-native speakers of English.
QTS
Qualified teacher status (QTS) is the accreditation that enables you to teach in statemaintained and special schools in England and Wales. To achieve this award, you need to complete a period of initial teacher training (ITT), which will enable you to meet the professional standards.
For more information, please contact us
Please remember all of our returning clients qualify for a 10% discount on permanent fees on all of our services as well as on-going support after placement and a 3 months free replacement guarantee
“Our experience has been extremely positive. The nanny you provided us with is a nice and intelligent woman who is very capable and passionate about her job. She managed to establish a very good relationship with both of our kids, and ourselves. It has been indeed a pleasure to have her in our house.”
“Well it looks like I’m hiring both the butler and the nanny from you!… It has been a pleasure working with you. Thanks for all your efforts, I wish you all the best.”
“I must admit that Nanny & Butler has always provided the highest standard of bilingual nannies for my family. I completely trust them as all candidates we had in our house where loving and reliable with my 3 kids. Thanks for all your help and kindness.”
“Thank you very much for all your help, Chontelle was brilliant and she completely understood our needs. She was very quick to get us candidates and super responsive with returning emails, setting up interviews and particularly feedback. I had registered with several agencies but I can say that you are the most efficient. Finding the right nanny for your kids can be very stressful and is such a difficult choice that having an experienced consultant by your side really makes the difference. I can tell that Nanny & Butler is a very professional and well run company. I wish you all the best and I will certainly recommend you to all my friends here in Geneva!”
“Dear Valentina, Thank you for your mail. The start with V has been fantastic. My daughter is in love with her. We and all of our staff in the villa think she is professional and nice.
It was a good choice and we hope for a long term stay. For sure I will come back to you for the other staff in the house…. I will contact you in the coming year.
Thank you again for a fantastic job you all do. You always make things easy and uncomplicated. We are happy with our choice.”
“Hello Chontelle, our Nanny arrived and she seems lovely. We look forward to working with her. Thank you very much and kind regards”
“Thank for sending me the CV’s they all seem like great nannies.”
“Thank you so much for our 3rd Nanny! It was tough as you gave us such a great choice of candidates, however I believe we made the perfect choice once again. We can’t tell you enough how much we appreciate your services.”
“Thank you for your support. M. is super! I’m so happy to see her everyday with my kids!”
“Our nanny has started, she is great and my daughter is in love with her, looks like we made the right choice. Thank you.”
“B has been with us just over a month now and has really made an impact on our family. She is so organised and precise, and has made our daily life so much easier, the children just love her too. She has been doing a mix of Personal Assistant and Nanny duties and has been handling them extremely well, we cannot thank you enough.”
“Dear Chontelle, I need to say that L is very nice lady and my kids are very happy with her. They are very enthusiastic. Thank you”

