How to Write a Nanny CV — Tips and Template for 2026
What Families Look for on a Nanny CV
Parents hiring a nanny have one priority: can I trust this person with my children? Your CV needs to answer yes before they meet you.
A nanny CV is different from most jobs. Qualifications matter, but so does evidence of reliability, references, and a clean DBS. Get all of that on paper.
Contact & Location
Full name, phone, email, and your area. Note if you have a driving licence, as many families need a driver.
Profile Summary
2-3 sentences: ages of children you've cared for, years of experience, and what makes you stand out (e.g., first aid certified, fluent in another language, school run experience).
Work Experience
List every childcare role. Include: family or employer name, location, dates, ages of children, and your responsibilities.
Qualifications
CACHE Level 3, NVQ Child Development, Early Years qualifications, First Aid (specify paediatric), and DBS status.
Additional Skills
Languages spoken, driving licence, cooking skills, experience with special needs children, or Ofsted registration.
Nanny CV Mistakes to Avoid
Not mentioning your DBS
Always state your DBS status. An enhanced DBS is expected — state when it was last updated.
Being vague about children's ages
Write 'infant (6 months) and toddler (2 years)' not just 'young children'. Families want to know your experience level.
Skipping references
You don't need to list contacts on the CV, but do note 'References available on request' — or even better, provide a brief testimonial in the profile.
Build Your Nanny CV
Use our nanny CV template — structured for childcare roles, free to customise, downloadable as PDF. No subscription needed.