Greycoat Lumleys: Leading Childcare & Nanny Agency in London

Finding the right childcare is a challenge for busy parents, especially in a bustling city like London. As one of the most trusted and well-respected nanny agencies in London, Greycoat Lumleys Childcare & Education is here to help. We offer an unparalleled level of service, and work with experienced nannies to find you the best childcare solutions, tailored to your family's needs. Whether you're looking for a live-in nanny for your newborn care or household staff to care for school-aged children. Greycoat Lumleys' team of experienced consultants will find the perfect fit for you.

Childcare services we provide as a world class nanny agency:

Explore Our Childcare Services

Hire a Nanny in London

Our London nanny service works with professional nannies who are experienced, and highly vetted. With our wealth of experience working alongside utmost qualified nannies, Greycoat Lumleys consistently offers a bespoke service that's tailored to your needs. Whether you need full-time, part-time, or temporary assistance, we help you find the perfect match for your private household. Greycoat Lumleys works with a wide range of full-time nannies and part-time London nannies as well (see below for information on our part-time services). For families across North London in particular, we have a plethora of Hampstead Nannies available now.

Hire a Housekeeper and Nanny

Busy families often need combined support. Our housekeeper-nannies assist with both private childcare and household duties, offering a seamless blend of services. We find you a skilled nanny and an efficient housekeeper, all rolled into one excellent service.

Find Emergency Nannies, Temporary Nannies, and Weekend Nannies

Life happens! For last-minute or short-term childcare needs, our emergency and temporary nannies are available to provide flexible and reliable care.

Find a Governess

Our qualified governesses, or school nannies, focus on educational development as well as childcare. This service is ideal for professional families seeking private tutors and academic support for their children.

Hire a Nanny in Scotland

For families seeking support outside of London nannies, our nanny services extend across the UK, and globally too. We ensure you receive the same level of personalised, high-quality care across the UK.

Hire a Travel Nanny

Travelling with children can be challenging. Greycoat Lumleys is not only highly experienced with London nannies. We are also extremely experienced consultants as a renowned international nanny agency too. Our travel nannies offer essential care and support during family trips, ensuring a smooth, stress-free journey.

Part-Time & Weekend Nannies

Our part-time and weekend nannies provide flexible care with excellent, qualified candidates to fit your schedule, perfect for parents who need help outside of typical working hours.

Why Choose Greycoat Lumleys?

  • Expert Recruitment: Years of experience finding the perfect childcare solutions for families.

  • Confidential & Professional: Discreet, trustworthy service ensuring your peace of mind.

  • Comprehensive Support: From consultation to post-placement care, we’re with you throughout the entire process, every step of the way.

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Latest roles.

Maternity Nurse Job

Maternity Nurse, London and Milan, 20th of July 3 – 4 months A returning client of Greycoat Lumleys is looking for an experienced, discreet and routine focused maternity nurse for their second child who is due in Mid July.  The family have a 2 year old who will have a nanny of their own so you will not be responsible for their care, but the ideal candidate would be confident to help introduce baby in the family. The mother is confident and is keen to be involved and feed herself. The ideal candidate would be able to pick up on where support is needed and when to step back and allow the family some time alone.  A  DBS dated within the last 12 months or on the update service and an up to date first aid certificate are all essential for this role.  Duties: Age appropriate stimulation Daily outings Implementing and upholding strong routines Hygiene routines Overnight care Supporting with breast feeding Advising on best practices Travelling with the family (they have a home in London and plan to travel over the summer) Salary: £350 - £400 gross per 24 hours Days:  5 /6 days a week  Hours: 24 hours – with a 4 hour break to be taken with flexibility    Pets: None Babysitting: NA Driving: Not essential   Accommodation: Shared bedroom with baby and private bedroom with en suite for time off   Language: Fluent in English  Vacancy: 126926 Application process: If you are registered with our agency; Please apply directly on the website with your candidate number. If you are not yet registered with our agency; please send over your CV. Due to the volume of applications, we are only able to respond to successful candidates

  • West London
  • Temporary
  • £350 - £400 GPD

Houseparent Job

Houseparent Job Founded in 1973 by 3 Cambridge University Graduates this is one of the best-known college university brands in the UK. They are seeking a couple of houseparents to join them ASAP or from February half term on a 44 hour per week rota.  The Role: • Work closely with Directors of Studies and other key pastoral staff in college, to provide the highest possible pastoral care to boarders • Ensure that the boarding house provides a ‘home from home’ atmosphere to all boarders • Promote boarders’ health and wellbeing and to act upon concerns about boarders including, but not limited to, concerns regarding sleep patterns, work ethic, unhealthy habits, personal hygiene, medical and mental health concerns, and to support all boarders, offering personal support. • Contribute to the boarding induction programme fully by providing activities and support for boarders settling into boarding • Follow all safeguarding policies and requirements • Contribute to the collection of Boarders’ Voice, collaborating with colleagues to feed boarders’ views into the Boarding Development Plan • Take particular care of a group of boarders within the house (Huddle), meeting at least weekly with the group and undertaking room visits once weekly with the students in the Houseparent’s Huddle. • Provide emergency first aid to boarders as required, including accompanying boarders to medical appointments or A&E as required. • Join boarders for meals as often as is practicable • Work with boarders’ DOS, attendance officer and the Vice Principal (Pastoral) on issues related to attendance and timekeeping for lessons. You have: University Degree or equivalent Experience of working with teenagers - preferably from an international background Experience of supporting young people Experience of residential settings Strong Communication Skills Flexibility and a willingness to learn *A full job description is available upon request* Hours: 44 hours per week on a rota as agreed with the Vice Principal (Boarding), plus overnights on call. One 24 hour period off per week plus one in 3 weekends. Salary: £26,000 GPA (DOE) Accommodation: Single studio accommodation Additional Benefits: Free of rent, utilities and Council Tax. Life assurance, income protection, annual season ticket loans, pension scheme. Holiday: 40 days per year to be taken the week before, during or after half terms, during Christmas holidays, Easter or during Summer holiday. NB: due to the nature of boarding, it may not be possible to take bank holidays. It is expected that all HP’s cover one week of summer school outside of their planned leave. Vice Principal (Boarding) Interviews: ASAP Start: ASAP Responsible Consultant: Kelly Bothomley (kellyb@greycoatlumleys.co.uk) Vacancy Number: 123914

  • London
  • Permanent
  • £26,000 GPA

International Governess Job

Live out Governess Job, Dubai, ASAP start A client of Greycoat Lumleys is looking for an educationally-trained governess for their son who is 1 year old. The ideal candidate will be mature, professional and active. The boy is young so it is important you can run after him and pick him up when required. The family would like someone who is able to focus on language development in both English and French with the main focus being French. They want someone with boundaries who is able to take responsibility for discipline, implement manners and ensure etiquette is kept to a high standard. The boy is at nursery 5 days a week. During this time you will be responsible for planning lessons and activities to develop his skills as well as arranging and organising educational activities and outings. Experience with similar aged children, a DBS or Police check dated within the last 12 months or on the update service and an up to date first aid certificate are all essential for this role. Duties: Focus on education Language development in both English and French Implementing manners and etiquette Supporting any projects assigned by nursery Full responsibility for discipline Salary: £1,300 - £1,500 net per week Days:  6 days Hours: Minimum of 9 hours a day – to be flexible Pets: None Driving: Not required  Accommodation: NA   Language: Fluent in French and English Vacancy: 117570 Application process: If you are registered with our agency; Please apply directly on the website with your candidate number. If you are not yet registered with our agency; please send over your CV. Due to the volume of applications, we are only able to respond to successful candidates

  • Dubai
  • Permanent
  • £1,300 - £1,500 NPW

Live In Nanny Job

Live in Nanny, Philadelphia, £60,000 to £65,000 GPA, ASAP Start A returning client of Greycoat Lumleys is looking for a Live In Nanny for their 8 year old little girl. The family have an older son too who is in boarding school and is very rarely home. The family are looking for a proactive, organised and professional nanny. The parents work very busy jobs that require travel across the states so this role requires a nanny confident sole charge and with frequent proxy parenting. The ideal candidate will be educationally focused but in a fun and engaging way. A DBS / police check dated within the last 12 months or on the update service and an up to date first aid certificate are all essential for this role. Duties: Getting her up and ready in the morning Getting ready for school, dressed, hair, etc. School runs (driver essential) Manage wardrobes, bedroom, play room Assistance with admin and errands School pick ups Making healthy and nutritious meals from scratch Taking to external lessons/ensuring with correct tutor Bed time routine Proxy parenting Occasional travel Specification : Salary: £60,000 to £65,000 GPA Days: Monday to Friday Hours: 7am to 9pm with a long break in the day Driving: Essential Pets: The family will be getting a dog Accommodation: Bedroom, bathroom and living space in a separate part of the property Staff: Housekeeper and House manager Travel: Occasional Language: English Greycoat Lumleys Job Reference : 124145 Due to the high volume of applications, we are only able to respond to successful candidates.

  • Philadelphia
  • Permanent
  • £60,000 to £65,000 GPA

Nanny Job

Live out Nanny, Ealing Common, April start A returning client is looking for a Nanny to care for their two children aged 2 and 4 years. The eldest is a curious and clever child who loves Legos and puzzles. The youngest is very independent and energetic! Both attend a Montessori nursery (three full days and two half days a week for the eldest, and five mornings a week for the youngest). The family is looking for a Nanny with high standards and an interest in Montessori methods. The ideal Nanny will match the children’s natural curiosity and engage with them through games and lots of conversation. An interest in child development is essential in order to help the children discover their own sense of self.   This is a sole charge role. However, Mum and Dad both work from their home office part of the week. Previous experience with similar-aged children is essential, as well as an up to date first aid certificate and DBS. Duties: Nursery runs Preparing the eldest for Reception in September Cooking for the children (bonus but not essential: cooking for the parents) Doing the children’s laundry Arts and crafts Encouraging literacy Organizing activities and playdates Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 GPA Days: Monday to Friday Hours: 7.45am to 5.45pm (possibility for slightly less hours for the right person) Driving: essential – a car will be provided Travel: bonus but not essential Language: English essential Qualification: Norland bonus

  • West London
  • Permanent
  • £50,000 to £55,000 GPA

Night Nanny Job

Night Nanny, Westminster, March 2025 A client of Greycoat Lumleys is looking for a responsible, flexible night nanny to look after their two children over night. The children are 2 and 7 years old so it is unlikely they will wake unless unwell. The family need someone to take full responsibility for helping the children to settle at the end of the day and do the bath and bedtime routine as well as getting the children up and ready for the day ahead. The younger child takes daily medication which you will be responsible for administering, you do not need to have medical training, you will be shown how to administer this.  Experience with similar aged children, a DBS dated within the last 12 months or on the update service and an up to date first aid certificate are all essential for this role. Duties: Settling children at the end of each day Administering medication Bathing both children Putting both children to bed Potential travel with the family On call in case either child wakes through the night or is unwell Salary: Negotiable Days:  Monday – Saturday Hours: 7pm – 7am  Pets: None Babysitting: Optional Driving: No required Accommodation: Shared bedroom with younger child Language: Fluent in English Consultant: Isabelle Nunes Application process: If you are registered with our agency; Please apply directly on the website with your candidate number. If you are not yet registered with our agency; please send over your CV. Due to the volume of applications, we are only able to respond to successful candidates

  • City of Westminster
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable
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