Where to find a nanny

You need to decide whether to use an agency or to do the search yourself. An agency will do the legwork and find you a list of candidates, but you still need to do the interviews and check references yourself. Consider interviewing the agency first! Speak to a director and ask them for a couple of references from parents who have found a successful nanny through them. You can find many nanny agencies on the web. Try www.nannyjob.co.uk for a list of agencies that cover your area. Alternatively, advertise in The Lady magazine (read by most nannies looking for work) and/or post a note (for free) on Netmums.