Nannies May Be Heading Abroad To Seek Better Wages

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There are lots of reasons why people opt to take childcare jobs abroad. Many of those who choose to go down this route do so to experience new cultures and see the world. Overseas work can also be positive for individuals’ long-term careers.

Meanwhile, in some cases people seek Nanny jobs in other countries because they can earn more money. Indeed, this may be a particularly important factor at present. According to a report in the London Evening Standard, Nannies working in London have experienced a cut in pay. This may serve as an incentive for moving elsewhere.

The news source suggested that because of the collapse in City bonuses, Nannies are having to work longer hours for less money in order to keep their roles.

Citing figures provided by Nannytax, it noted that weekly wages for live-in Nannies in outer London and the home counties fell by almost five per cent last year to an average of £336. This equates to an annual salary of £21,963.

Meanwhile, in central London, wages fell two per cent to £389 per week, or £26,017 annually.

Parents are also demanding longer hours, with 14 per ...
... cent of full-time Nannies now working at least 60 hours a week compared with just two per cent in 2010. In addition, more than half of London Nannies now work at least 50 hours per week.

Payroll services director at Nannytax Helen Harvey said: “Pay rises among the parents hiring nannies have probably been smaller, if there have been any, and bonuses more rare than in prior years. This obviously has an impact on their disposable income and whether they can afford to pass on a pay rise for their nanny.

“The cost of living has also gone up substantially, so most families are tightening their belts, with less cash available for childcare.”

By taking Nanny jobs abroad, people may be able to boost their earnings.

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