HOW TO HIRE · CHILDCARE & FAMILY · CHECKED OCTOBER 2026
How to hire a part-time nanny in Ireland
The checks, the questions and the paperwork.
A part-time nanny in Ireland costs €15–€24 per hour, typically around €18. Here is how to check that in a minute, what to ask before you book, and what you must be handed when the job is done.
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THE 60-SECOND VERSION
Hiring a part-time nanny in five steps
- Are you on the Tusla register of childminding services, and what is your number?A number you can look up yourself before you agree a price — flexible Scheduling — part-time nannies offer flexible scheduling to accommodate parents' work hours or special events.
- How does nanny's experience change the price?A tradesperson with a waiting list has no reason to quote low. — ask before the quote rather than after.
- How does number of children change the price?Each extra one adds time, though not as much as the first. — ask before the quote rather than after.
- How does specific responsibilities involved change the price?A plain finish and a decorative one are hours apart. — ask before the quote rather than after.
- What is not included?Household Tasks — in addition to childcare, nannies often assist with light household tasks related to the children, such as laundry and tidying up play areas — get the exclusions named in the quote, because a part-time nanny job is priced on what was agreed and not on what was assumed.
BEFORE YOU BOOK
Check before you book
Tusla Early Years Inspectorate — childminding registration
The childminding regulations apply only to a childminder caring for children in the CHILDMINDER'S OWN HOME.
Search the Tusla register of childminding services for the name or the registration number before you agree a price. tusla.ie →
Where the rules stand now
A childminder caring for 3 or fewer pre-school children, and 6 or fewer children in total, remains exempt for the transitional period. Registration becomes mandatory from September 2027. Registration is not yet mandatory for every childminder. Ask whether this childminder is registered, and if not, whether they fall inside the transitional exemption — both answers are legitimate in 2026.
Ask where they are in the process, and when they expect to be registered — the date is September 2027 either way. tusla.ie →
Garda vetting
National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Acts 2012–2016 The regulation requiring vetting of household members aged 16 and over commenced on 1 February 2025. Vetting is carried out through a relevant organisation, not by a parent directly. Ask to see the disclosure the childminder holds.
Ask to see the garda vetting letter itself, with its date on it — not a statement that one exists.
Insurance
Expect public liability covering minding in the home; ask to see it. You are booking an individual for a set number of hours, so ask whether the ID has been checked and what the rating is from people who booked the same way — there is no company behind them to carry either.
Ask to see the current certificate of insurance — the insurer's name, the limit and the date it runs to.
VAT
No VAT: this service is exempt, so there is none to add and none to reclaim. A quote that adds it is wrong. An individual working under the €42,500 registration threshold does not charge VAT at all, and does not have a VAT number to give you.
Ask whether the figure you were given includes it, and for the VAT number if they are registered — Revenue publishes the rate for this service. revenue.ie →
A good answer: A number you can look up yourself before you agree a price — flexible Scheduling — part-time nannies offer flexible scheduling to accommodate parents' work hours or special events.
A good answer: A tradesperson with a waiting list has no reason to quote low. — ask before the quote rather than after.
A good answer: Each extra one adds time, though not as much as the first. — ask before the quote rather than after.
A good answer: A plain finish and a decorative one are hours apart. — ask before the quote rather than after.
A good answer: Household Tasks — in addition to childcare, nannies often assist with light household tasks related to the children, such as laundry and tidying up play areas — get the exclusions named in the quote, because a part-time nanny job is priced on what was agreed and not on what was assumed.
A good answer: Expect public liability covering minding in the home; ask to see it — childcare Responsibilities — A part-time nanny typically provides childcare, which includes feeding, bathing, and supervising children during playtime.
A good answer: A written scope and a price before the part-time nanny starts, and an itemised invoice after — infant Care Nanny — focuses on the care of infants, including feeding, diaper changing, and sleep routines.
Booking by the hour
- The rate per hour, and whether it changes in the evening or at a weekend
- The minimum booking, and what happens if the job finishes early
- What they bring and what you supply
- Whether the ID has been checked, and the rating from people who booked the same way
- Insurance, where the work can damage something or somebody
- The hours and the list of what is to be done, agreed before the first one
Walk away if
- They are not on the Tusla register of childminding services, or the number does not resolve to the name on the quote
- They will not talk about it: nanny's experience — a tradesperson with a waiting list has no reason to quote low
- They will not talk about it: number of children — each extra one adds time, though not as much as the first
- They will not talk about it: specific responsibilities involved — a plain finish and a decorative one are hours apart
- A price for the part-time nanny before anyone has asked the size, the access or the condition of what they are working on
- Cash only, or a large deposit before anything at all has started
What a part-time nanny costs: €15–€24 per hour
Most part-time nannys quote the job rather than the hour; the hourly rate is what the small jobs are priced from. After-school nanny and Holiday nanny each carry their own band. Part-Time Nanny price guide →
Guide prices compiled by the Locufy team from published Irish and UK provider price lists and 2026/27 cost guides. Updated 2026.
KNOW WHAT TO LOOK FOR? NOW FIND ONE
Part-time nannys near you, with the badges that matter shown
ID checked, trader status and one score from every review — on the card, before you message anyone. Nearest first. No account needed to look.
Or post the job free and let them come to you, or book by the hour.
- Look firstNanny's experience — a tradesperson with a waiting list has no reason to quote low — that is what the part-time nanny is judging on the first visit, and a price given without it is a guess.
- Agree what is being doneNumber of children — each extra one adds time, though not as much as the first — put in writing before anyone starts, because it is the document you both read back at the end.
- The work itselfSpecific responsibilities involved — a plain finish and a decorative one are hours apart — and anything found on the day that was not in that is priced before it is started.
- Check it togetherHousehold Tasks — providers allow for it rather than discover it on the day — walked against the written scope rather than against the feeling of it, while the part-time nanny is still there.
- What you are handedThe itemised invoice and any guarantee on the workmanship and the parts, look for nannies with relevant qualifications, such as childcare certifications or first aid training.
- Childcare Responsibilities
- A part-time nanny typically provides childcare, which includes feeding, bathing, and supervising children during playtime.
- Household Tasks
- In addition to childcare, nannies often assist with light household tasks related to the children, such as laundry and tidying up play areas.
- Flexible Scheduling
- Part-time nannies offer flexible scheduling to accommodate parents' work hours or special events.
- After-School Nanny
- Provides care for children after school, including homework assistance and activities.
- Holiday Nanny
- Offers childcare during school holidays, engaging children in fun and educational activities.
- Babysitter
- Cares for children on an occasional basis, typically during evenings or weekends.
AFTER
When the job is done
Hiring a part-time nanny: questions people ask
The cost of hiring a part-time nanny can vary based on experience, qualifications, and location. Nannies with specialised skills or certifications may charge higher rates.
Part-time nanny jobs typically range from a few hours to several days a week, depending on family needs. Most arrangements are flexible and can be adjusted as required.
While many nannies are general childcare providers, some may have specific qualifications such as first aid or early childhood education. Consider your children's needs when choosing a nanny.
Availability for same-day or emergency nanny services can vary. It's best to discuss this with potential nannies in advance to understand their flexibility and availability.
Yes, many nannies are open to discussing arrangements for multiple jobs, such as childcare on different days or additional household tasks. Clear communication about expectations is essential.
Part-time nannies generally focus on childcare and light household duties. Tasks such as deep cleaning, extensive cooking, or providing educational tutoring may fall outside their typical responsibilities.
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Sources — checked October 2026
- Tusla — childminding registration opened 30 September 2024
- Tusla — childminding services FAQs
- Department of Children — new regulations for childminding
- National Action Plan for Childminding 2021–2028
- Consumer Rights Act 2022
- Revenue — CHILDMINDING (Children and education) — Exempt
- Revenue — current VAT rates (effective 1 January 2026)
- Revenue — VAT thresholds: €42,500 for a person supplying services only