Childminders Guide


Salaries and Fees

  Permanent Nannies: Weekly rate: €500 – €550* gross – 5 days per week/€450 – €480* gross – 4 days per week   Hourly rate: €10 – €12 per hour*   Note: Candidates are employed by the family and have the same entitlements as any other employee *Depends on; Live in/out, ages and number of [...]


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How to choose a Childminder

Childminders provide a childcare service in their own home. A child minder may care for up to 5 children under the age of six years.


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Childcare Options in Ireland

There are four main Childcare options available in Ireland – Childminders, Au Pairs, Nannies or Crèches. It is advisable to start researching your options at least 12 weeks before your preferred start date.


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