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Nanny Jobs in Manchester

£13–£20 an hour · 45–55 hours a week

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Nanny jobs in Manchester typically pay £13–£20 an hour (about £2,250–£3,450 a month full time). Live-in positions are common, with a usual schedule of 45–55 hours a week. Employers ask for two or more years of childcare experience and right-to-work checks. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in Manchester.

Typical pay
£13–£20
per hour
Full-time monthly
£2,250–£3,450
about 40 hours a week
Live-in
Common
accommodation provided
Schedule
45–55 hours a week
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Open nanny positions in Manchester

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About nanny jobs in Manchester

Nanny jobs in Manchester are household positions: a nanny provides regular one-to-one childcare in the family home and supports each child’s routine and development. Families hiring in Manchester range from young professionals in the city centre to established households across Greater Manchester.

Manchester is known for digital media, technology, healthcare, and professional services, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as BBC MediaCity, the NHS, Barclays Technology, Booking.com, and AutoTrader. Manchester is the UK's largest tech hub outside London, with MediaCity anchoring a national broadcasting cluster.

Main duties

  • Care for babies, toddlers or school-age children
  • Plan play, learning and outdoor time
  • Prepare children’s meals
  • Manage school runs and activities
  • Keep a daily log for parents

Nanny pay in Manchester

Household incomes in Manchester are shaped by an average local salary of around £36,000, which is why nanny pay here sits close to the UK average. Pay rises with experience, references, live-in flexibility and extra duties such as driving or cooking.

Household roles in ManchesterTypical pay ranges, per hour. Nanny highlighted.
Nanny£13–£20
Babysitter£13–£17
Governess£20–£36
Housekeeper£13–£20
Family Driver£13–£20
Nanny pay across UKTypical ranges in the largest cities, per hour.
London£14–£23
Manchester£13–£20
Birmingham£13–£19
Edinburgh£13–£20

Indicative ranges for 2026 based on local salary levels and published household pay; individual offers vary.

A day as a nanny

Typical day — NannyAn example day — real schedules are agreed with each family.
  1. 7:30Breakfast & school run
  2. 9:30Play & learning
  3. 12:00Lunch & nap
  4. 15:00Pick-up & homework
  5. 18:00Dinner, bath & handover

Why work in Manchester?

The local job market is growing at 4.0% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to Manchester.

Manchester is often described as “The UK's Northern Tech and Media Powerhouse”, and its households expect a professional standard of service.

Requirements

What families ask for

  • Two or more years of childcare experience
  • Paediatric first aid
  • Background check for work with children
  • Childcare references

Working in United Kingdom

  • Right to work in United Kingdom: Workers need the right to work in the UK; employers must check documents before employment starts.
  • Checks: employers usually ask for right-to-work checks, references and a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check — an enhanced DBS check for roles with children or vulnerable adults.
  • Minimum pay: wages must meet the National Living Wage or National Minimum Wage.
  • Contract: Employees must receive a written statement of employment particulars from their first day of work.

Live-in or live-out?

Live-in nanny roles in Manchester normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package. Live-out roles pay the full hourly rate, and families often add travel costs for early starts.

How to get hired

  1. Register

    Create your profile with your nanny experience, availability and references.

  2. Verification

    Complete UK right-to-work and background checks.

  3. Interview & trial

    Meet the family and work a short, paid trial day.

  4. Contract & start

    Agree pay, hours and leave in writing before you start.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a nanny earn in Manchester?

Nanny jobs in Manchester typically pay £13–£20 an hour (about £2,250–£3,450 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.

Are there live-in nanny jobs in Manchester?

Live-in positions are common. Live-in nanny roles in Manchester normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package.

What do I need to work as a nanny in UK?

Employers ask for two or more years of childcare experience, paediatric first aid and right-to-work checks. You must also have the right to work in United Kingdom.

What does a nanny do day to day?

A nanny provides regular one-to-one childcare in the family home and supports each child’s routine and development. Typical duties include care for babies, toddlers or school-age children, plan play, learning and outdoor time, prepare children’s meals.

How do I apply for nanny jobs in Manchester on AvailJob?

Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in Manchester hires for this role, you are matched and contacted.

What hours does a nanny work?

A typical schedule is 45–55 hours a week. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.