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10 Play Activities for Nannies to Develop Children’s Sensory and Motor Skills

Sep 17, 2024

Dive into the magic of learning through play! Play isn’t just about having fun; it’s a crucial part of a child’s development . It helps them build essential skills while exploring the world around them. In this post, we’ll explore 10 hands-on activities that combine fun with educational value. Perfect if you are a nanny , governess or considering a job in childcare and looking to enrich your skillset! 1. Sensory...

Child Development Milestones: What Nannies Need to Know at Every Age

Sep 03, 2024

A simple reference for nannies, breaking down key milestones, from infancy through early childhood (0-5 years). Clear insights to enhance childcare! As a nanny , it is important to understand child development milestones so you can provide the best care and support to the children you look after. Knowing what to expect at different stages helps you respond to developmental needs, create appropriate activities, and communicate...

How to Ensure Your Child Wears Their Glasses

Nov 29, 2023

Not every child will be happy to be instructed to wear prescription glasses. As a nanny , that presents you with the task of getting your charge to adopt a behaviour they dislike. This can be challenging, just like it can be when coaxing them to go to bed at a particular time or getting picky eaters to eat nutritious dishes . Yet all those health habits are necessary for their health and well-being. Children need enough sleep to...

Top 10 Outdoor Summer Activities for Kids

Jun 28, 2023

Top 10 Outdoor Summer Activities for your Charges Summer is finally here! And for all you nannies, governors , and governesses with the possibility to now take your charges outside, we thought we’d post our 10 favourite activities and games to keep your charges smiling in the sunshine. So without further ado, let the countdown begin! Balloon Dart Painting A wonderful, colourful, and fun way to create some...

Top 5 Reasons to Work in Early Years

Jun 20, 2023

Why Do You Want to Work in Early Years? Why Working in Early Years is Like Using Your Talents to Change Lives. For those of you considering working within the early years sector of childcare, it is a good idea to know what to expect before you take the leap! And for those already working within the area, you may wish to take a moment to remember why it is such a rewarding role. Yes, the hours can be long, and expectations placed on...

Identifying, Treating and Preventing Teething Rash

Jun 14, 2023

For babies with teething rash, what is the best way to treat this? Babies between the ages of 6 months and 12 months start sporting toothy grins and pearly whites. Teething often begins as early as 2-months-old. Your child may have disrupted sleep , an increased need to gnaw, and fussiness. Teething may also lead to excessive drooling, which might result in a teething rash. During teething, an erupting tooth can stimulate excess...

How to Get a Penpal: Make Having a Penpal Easier - Find One Now for Your Kids!

Apr 13, 2023

Find a penpal online. Well, first, you may need a few things: pens, paper, stickers or glitter, photographs, writing paper, and somebody to write to! As a nanny or governess, you are probably always looking for more ways to keep your charges busy, entertained and away from the dreaded screens. Writing letters to a pen pal may seem old fashioned, but it really can be an exciting venture for young kids. As well as being brilliant fun, a...

How to Make Homemade Ice Cream: The Ultimate Guide for a Delightful Experience

Mar 29, 2023

Homemade ice cream. There’s nothing quite like it, especially when enjoyed alongside the laughter of children. As battle-scarred childcare professionals, we've seen firsthand how ice cream can bring joy to both young and old. Get ready to indulge your senses and read on for expertise on creating this top treat from scratch. Step 1: Choosing the Right Ingredients Selecting high-quality ingredients is crucial for the most delightful...

Special Needs Nanny: Skillset and responsibilities

Mar 19, 2023

Welcome to our definitive ‘Jobs in Childcare’ guide on working as a special educational needs nanny. Here we'll examine the relevant skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a career working as a special needs childcare provider. You can also search available nanny positions now to see if any require SEN! Qualifications of a Special Educational Needs Nanny While there is no single specific training qualification requirement to...

Norland Nanny: Become a Norland Nanny and Make Bath Time Fun!

Mar 10, 2023

Meet the Highly Skilled Norland Nannies —Trusted Childcare Professionals Norland nannies are highly trained professionals who provide exceptional care for children. They undergo rigorous training in child development, nutrition, and first aid. With their expertise, they ensure the well-being and safety of children while promoting their growth and development. Hiring a Norland nanny guarantees top-quality childcare. A Norland Nanny, simply...

Interview With a Norland Nanny

Feb 09, 2023

Norland Nannies: How do you become a Norland trained Nanny? If you have ever asked yourself the questions above then you are in luck! This week we spoke to a Norland Nanny in training - Sarah, who is in her 3rd year at Norland College. If you haven't heard of Norland - you should have done! Norland nannies are the best in the business, and their graduates go on to work with the rich and famous and royalty in VIP nanny jobs worldwide....

The Ultimate Guide: How to Get the Highest Paid Childcare Job!

Feb 07, 2023

At Jobs in Childcare, we aim to specialise in high paid nanny and governess job opportunities. We provide access to positions working as nannies, governors, governesses or high level tutors across the globe. In this post, you will learn about the numerous facets of the childcare and VIP nannying industry and, for those interested in working with children, will address all of the most important questions that we are most commonly presented...

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