Unexpected situations, such as last-minute business trips, delayed flights, or your usual childcare suddenly becoming unavailable, can leave you urgently needing an emergency nanny. Finding reliable last-minute childcare, especially for very young children, can feel overwhelming. You need to be certain your child is safe, supported and cared for by a trusted professional.
At Greycoat Lumleys, our emergency nanny service is known for its reliability and outstanding quality. With over 25 years of experience as a leading childcare and household staff agency, we specialise in providing highly skilled, fully vetted nannies at short notice. Here’s why families across the UK rely on us when they need exceptional emergency childcare.
Why Parents Trust Our Emergency Nanny Service
Greycoat Lumleys has built a reputation for delivering fast, dependable and professional emergency childcare, even with minimal notice. Our extensive network of qualified nannies allows us to support parents during urgent or stressful situations quickly and efficiently.
Unmatched Professional Childcare Experience
We take pride in representing only the most experienced and capable childcare professionals. Many of our emergency nannies have more than 10 years' experience, alongside recognised childcare qualifications, teaching backgrounds or training in child development or psychology.
This means your child receives not only attentive care but also informed, age-appropriate support, giving you complete peace of mind.
Our Rigorous Emergency Nanny Vetting Process
To maintain the highest standards, every nanny who joins our books undergoes a comprehensive selection process. We only represent candidates who demonstrate exceptional childcare expertise, professionalism and suitability for short-notice assignments.
Our vetting process includes:
Full background and reference checks
Verification of original documentation
Detailed in-personinterview
Confirmed employmenthistory
Assessment of experience with relevant age groups
Strict DBS clearance requirements
We share verifiable references with you so you can feel completely confident in the nanny we recommend. Safety, trust and transparency are at the core of our emergency childcare offering.
Key Traits That Define Our Exceptional Emergency Nannies
We seek out nannies who display the personal qualities that matter most in emergency situations:
Warm, nurturing and engaging personalities
A natural ability to build rapport quickly
Calm, confident decision-making
Clear communication with parents
Exceptional reliability and punctuality
Strong common sense and professionalism
Even in last-minute or one-off assignments, our nannies create a safe, supportive and reassuring environment for children.
A Fast, Stress-Free Emergency Childcare Booking Process
If you require an emergency nanny, simply contact us as soon as possible. We handle same-day bookings and aim to have a nanny with you without delay.
Our consultants will:
Confirm your childcare requirements
Work quickly to match you with the best available nanny
Keep you updated on timings
Send a detailed booking summary once confirmed
Payment is handled directly through Greycoat Lumleys, so there’s no need to arrange this separately, making the process smooth and effortless during stressful moments.
You can also learn more about our temporary staff payroll service here.
Matching You With the Perfect Emergency Nanny
Every family is unique, and we ensure the nanny we recommend is the right fit for your child’s needs, daily routine and personality. Whether you require care for babies, toddlers, school-aged children or siblings, we take everything into account to find the most suitable professional.
Discover more in our blog on everything you need to know about emergency childcare.
Get Emergency Childcare Support Today
If you need an emergency nanny now, contact our team, and we will find the ideal candidate without delay.
You can also browse our available emergency nannies and temporary childcare staff to see some of the highly experienced professionals we work with.