Having said that, there are thousands of highly-skilled and experienced nannies who provide excellent childcare. For a copy or for further information, call 01332 343029. CRY Playpen Background Information 1. The Children Act 1989 The Children Act 1989 requires anyone looking after children under eight for reward on domestic premises to register as a childminder. Someone employed as a nanny by one or two sets of parents to look after children in one of the children's home is not required to register.
Nannies are professionally qualified employees who care for the child in the child's home.
Au pairs are young people from abroad taking part in a cultural exchange, living as part of the host family. They are required to assist with limited childcare and household duties for a maximum of 25 hours a week for 'pocket money' and free board and lodging. Au pairs are not usually trained to look after children. Cheryl Winton Cheryl's baby daughter was brain damaged after being shaken by her nanny. Nina Kaye Director of the Nanny Agency and mother of two young sons.