How to become a Nanny

How to become a Nanny You hate Mondays because you hate your job. You should be a Nanny…Nannies work in people’s homes, providing care for their children while they’re away or at work.Becoming a Nanny is a great option for anyone who wants to work closely with kids, and some even choose to live with their families to provide the full-time care they need. However, part-time hours are available, and some may even work with multiple families over the course of a regular working week.Day-to-day responsibilities for a Nanny will often vary depending on family size, but duties may include:Preparing mealsTaking the children to and from schoolHelping them with the homeworkDoing houseworkTaking care of younger children and teaching them basic skillsKeeping everyone entertained and ensuring they behave throughout the dayIs it right for me?First and foremost, to become a Nanny you will need to be a natural with children.You should be able to build up a good rapport with kids of all ages, and speak to them on t heir own level, without being patronising. You will also be great at building relationships with the parents, having their total trust at all times.Other key skills for a Nanny include:Excellent interpersonal skillsPatienceThe ability to multitaskPatienceThe ability to cope perform well under pressureDid we mention patience?What's it really like? I’ve always wanted to work with kids, and being a Nanny was definitely my dream. Pretty much ever since I first saw Ms. Doubtfire, if I’m honest. It’s not always the easiest job, and some days are harder than others. But that moment you help the kids ace their first piece of homework, or you help them tie their shoes for the first time, it’s almost indescribable. I wouldn’t change it for the world. Get qualifiedA degree is not necessarily a pre-requisite, although you may need to have a dedicated childcare qualification. Courses like the Level 3 Childminding Course Online-Ofsted approved  will help to you establish the fundamental s of childcare, and the Level 3 Award in Preparing to Work in Home-based childcare  will enable you to keep children safe under your care.