Hiring a Nanny
Our recruitment process and nanny options available
HIRING A NANNY
Our experienced team will work closely with you, understanding your needs and requirements so we can match your family with a Nanny who shares your values.
Our personal, boutique-style selection process ensures long-lasting and successful placements for families and nannies.
And have these checks completed:
CV and employment history review
References – checked & verified by us
First Aid qualification
Working with Children Checks
ID verification
Dream Nannies will have these attributes :
A Positive “CAN DO” Attitude
A Professional Attitude
A Passion for Childcare
Glowing References
A genuine desire to help families
PLACEMENT PROCESS
1. Contact us for a friendly and FREE consultation with one of our team.
2. Complete an easy registration process.
3. We advertise your role and search our database for suitable nannies.
4. Nannies are interviewed and suitable candidates are sent to you.
5. You meet and interview potential nannies.
6. You offer your Nanny the role.
7. We provide payroll services, template contracts & set-up documents.
Paying Your Nanny
Families who engage a nanny become an employer so it’s important to have the right information to be able to set up your nanny arrangement correctly.
Dream Nannies have partnered with Payroll Services for families employing a Nanny
Both companies are specialist in private domestic employment and offer simple, cost effective payroll services to ensure families meet employer obligations with the ATO & Fair Work
Domestic Payroll – www.domesticpayroll.com for Live In and Live Out Nanny arrangements
Nanny Pay – http://www.nannypay.com.au/dream-nannies for Live out arrangements only
NannyPay
NannyPay is your dedicated payroll solutions provider for hassle-free nanny payments. We handle everything from wage transfers to tax obligations, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience for both families and nannies.
Domestic Payroll
Domestic Payroll is here to help as your employment administrators, while you remain in control as the employer.
DAY NANNIES
For working families, nannies provide exceptional support for your family. More than just a caregiver or an employee -nannies become an extended part of your family, providing personalised care to your children. From engaging in imaginative play, planning educational activities to ensuring a safe and nurturing environment, our nannies are here to make your family life easier. Nannies also help with the school runs, after school activities, helping with homework, preparing meals and assisting with light housework.
Nannies can work the hours you require, full time, part time, live out or live in.
MATERNITY & NIGHT NANNIES
For new families having a newborn can be a confusing and exhausting time. Dream Nannies work with specialist nannies that provide new families support with setting routines and sleep patterns.
A night nanny is an experienced nanny who offers overnight assistance, allowing new parents to get the rest they need and will work with parents to establish sleep routines so your new baby will soon be sleeping through the night.
Our Maternity nannies specialise in guiding families through the early stages of parenthood, They offer invaluable support, helping families adapt to the demands of a new born, from feeding techniques to establishing routines.
Our Night Nannies and Maternity Nannies help families and their new babies get the best start in life offering much needed comfort, peace of mind and blissful sleep!
AFTER SCHOOL CARE
Experience the convenience and care of our after-school nannies. An after-school nanny can step in when the school bell rings, providing essential support for your family’s busy routine. Assisting with homework, engaging in activities, and preparing children’s dinners are all part of their duties.
After school nannies are generally studying a childcare related course, and have experience in this role.
HOUSEHOLD MANAGER
For families with older children , a Household Manager who can combine the role of Uber driver/cook and a household operations manager can fit the bill!
Our household managers/ assistants can assist with household support, childcare, grocery shopping , and cooking and meal prep
IN HOME CARE IHC
Unfortunately, there are no Child Care Rebates or Benefits available for families hiring Nannies. However, for families the In-Home Care (IHC) scheme is available for families that can’t access other forms of child care, such as centre-based care or family day care. This could be because:
– You live in a rural or remote area.
– You work non-standard hours.
– Your family has challenging or complex needs.
In-home care can only be provided by an IHC Approved Service – Dream Nannies can recruit your Educator for you, however visit: https://ihc.org.au/
for all the relevant information and to find out if your family is eligible for Childcare Subsidies contact Centrelink directly or follow this link –
NDIS SPECIAL NEEDS
PARENTS CAN UTILISE NDIS FUNDING TO ACCESS SUPPORT FOR IN-HOME CARE .
If you are the parent of a child with disability, you may be eligible for an NDIS plan which can offer your child personalised care and support through a compassionate and skilled Dream Nannies Support Nanny.
Through NDIS funding, parents can access support and assistance for children at home. Our support workers will come to your home and care for your children, offering family support & assistance. They can also help with household chores, such as light housework, cleaning and preparing meals
We’re here to provide nurturing support and childcare that suits your unique requirements.
Dream Nannies is not a registered NDIS Provider, however, you can use NDIS funding if you are plan-managed or self-managed, so please Contact us to learn more about how Dream Nannies can help and make a positive difference in your lives.
For more information on NDIS, please visit the NDIS website
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT - FOR WHEN LIFE THROWS US LEMONS!
LIVE IN OR LIVE OUT OPTIONS AVAILABLE
– Holiday/Travel Nannies.
– Proxy Parenting – live-in help when parents are away.
– Temporary Help/Maternity Cover.
FOR FAMILIES THAT RECRUIT DIRECTLY
If you find a Nanny privately, we can support you with payroll, interview and reference checks, and a template contract and set up documents.
Our Find your Own Nanny Pack includes:
A working with Children Check verification, two reference checks, a video interview with your Nanny and a standard employment contract.