Nanny Accreditation
We accredit and promote the employment of nannies who have met our professional standards, better safeguarding children.
The Service:
- benefits nannies, employers and children
- is recognised by The Tax Office and Income Support so parents who are eligible may apply for Childcare Tax Relief or the Childcare Component of Income Support
- provides a new benefit scheme for Accredited Nannies
Accredited Nannies are:
- Qualified (professional qualifications, First Aid and Safeguarding Trained)
- DBS checked (Disclosure and Barring Service – Police check)
- Background and reference checked
- Insured (both for personal liability and motor)
To Apply:
- Read through the process
- Complete online form (at step 2)
- The JCCT accreditation fee has temporarily been removed.
The Process
Step 1: Qualification Prerequisites
To qualify for accreditation, you must hold one of the following:
- Level 3 in childcare and early years;
- Level 2 in childcare and early years (subject to meeting additional criteria);
- Alternative relevant qualifications may be considered (subject to meeting additional criteria).
Step 2: Complete Application Form
Complete our nanny accreditation application form. This can either be printed or completed as an interactive PDF and emailed to us.
Step 3: Reference Checks
Once your completed application is received, we will:
- ensure all medical requirements are met;
- conduct DBS checks as appropriate;
- conduct employment and character references.
Step 4: Awarded Accreditation
Should your application be successful, you will receive a letter and certificate of Accreditation in the post.
THANKS TO THESE ORGANISATIONS FOR SUPPORTING OUR NANNIES BENEFIT SCHEME
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