This article has been written for the Koru Kids Nanny Service for nannies who are thinking about applying.
You do need some childcare experience, but it doesn't have to be professional. It could be babysitting, volunteering or looking after your own children.
Some of our nannies have experience as teaching assistants or tutors, or have been nannies or au pairs before, but this is not essential.
You've got be confident looking after children on your own and getting around town with them.