Usually when going for any job interview you will be feeling a little nervous and slightly daunted. Most nanny interviews are very informal and are an oppurtunity for both nannies & employers to get a chance to meet each other and decide whether you both match the job description. The main point is to be yourself. Make sure you are smart and tidy in appearance as this will give a good first impression. Take a list of questions you wish to ask (examples below) as this makes sure you look organised and prepared. If the children are present, make sure you get down to their level and interact with them, after all, this is a chance to show the parents how good you are with children.
Below is a list of suitable questions you can ask at your interview. The first section is just simple questions outlining the basics of the job. This really is to make sure you are interested in the job & you feel you could work with the parents & children etc. The second section are questions you can ask at the next stage of the interview process. These being slightly more in depth with an emphasis on salary & holidays etc
Once the family have decided on you as the suitable nanny and you have accepted the job, Kent Nannies will draw up contracts for you both to sign, once you have agreed with the content.
First interview questions
- Have you employed a nanny before?
- What are the exact hours & days?
- What duties are expected of you?
- Will either parent be working from home at any time?
- Do they provide you with a car in working hours?
- Are they happy for you to take the children on outings and to meet with friends?
- Will it be ok for you to have nanny friends with their charges over to the house?
- Do the children have any allergies or health problems?
- Are you happy for the nanny to organise the activities during the week?
- Ask if the family would like you to keep a nanny diary to keep them updated on the children’s activities etc
Second interview questions
- Be clear on your net salary.
- Will you be paid weekly or monthly?
- Ensure that your employers are aware that they are responsible for your tax and insurance deductions.
- Clarify your holiday entitlement and make sure you know when you are able to take your holidays i.e. school holidays only etc
- Make sure you let them know of any pre arranged holidays.
- Will the family want you to travel on any holidays with them?
- Will they need any extra babysitting and will it be paid as an extra?
- If there is a car to use in working hours can it also be used out of hours?
- If using your own car, confirm mileage and wear and tear costs.
- Get a clear idea on start dates.