Care. Support. Together.
Trusted Nanny & Family Support Services Across the UK
Based in London, supporting families across the UK. Family Support UK matches families with DBS-checked nannies, childcare professionals and home-support staff you can trust.
Who we support
A community for families and care professionals
Family Support UK connects households with nannies, babysitters and childcare professionals, carers and elderly-support workers, housekeepers, family-support workers and interpreters. Nurses and other healthcare professionals are welcome in our community spaces too — for learning, discussion and volunteering.
We are an introduction and community service. We do not employ, regulate, accredit or clinically supervise the professionals listed here.
UK-wide
Supporting families across the United Kingdom from our London base
11 services
Childcare, elderly support, home help and language services
Checked
Identity, references and Right to Work verified before introduction
Enhanced DBS
Required for childcare and vulnerable-adult roles
Useful official resources
Independent UK organisations we point families and professionals towards. These are public information sources — not partners, endorsements or accreditations.
Why Choose Us
Why families choose Family Support UK
We make finding caring, dependable family and home support simple, safe and warm.
Enhanced DBS Required
An Enhanced DBS certificate is required for roles with children or vulnerable adults. We ask families to view the certificate before hiring.
References Followed Up
We follow up recent professional references before making an introduction.
Identity Checked
We check photo ID and personal details before a candidate is introduced.
Experienced & Compassionate
Caring professionals chosen for warmth, patience and reliability.
Safeguarding Awareness
Candidates confirm their understanding of safeguarding principles and good practice.
Confidential & GDPR-Aligned
Your family details are handled discreetly and in line with UK GDPR.
First Aid Where Available
Paediatric first aid trained professionals can be requested; we tell you who holds a current certificate.
Right to Work Checked
We verify Right to Work documents. Employers must also carry out their own check before employment begins.
How It Works
Four simple steps
- 1
Contact Us
Reach out by form, email or WhatsApp — we reply quickly and warmly.
- 2
Tell Us Your Requirements
Share your family's needs, schedule and preferences.
- 3
We Match the Right Professional
Our team selects vetted candidates suited to your family.
- 4
Start Receiving Support
Meet your match and begin trusted, friendly support at home.
Featured Services
Trusted support for every family
Nanny
Trusted, experienced nannies for full-time, part-time and live-in childcare.
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Babysitter
Friendly, reliable babysitters for evenings, weekends and one-off bookings.
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Cleaning
Professional, friendly cleaners for tidy, fresh and welcoming homes.
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Housekeeping
Experienced housekeepers to keep your home running smoothly.
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Elderly Companionship
Warm, respectful companions for elderly loved ones.
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Home Help
Reliable home help for everyday tasks around the house.
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Family Support Workers
Experienced support workers offering practical help for families.
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Online English Teachers
Friendly online English lessons for children and adults.
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Online French Teachers
Native and fluent French teachers for all levels, online.
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Online Arabic Teachers
Patient, qualified Arabic teachers for all ages, online.
Learn moreLanguage Support & Translation
Professional translation, interpreting and language tuition — in-person and online, across the UK.
Learn moreLive-in Care
Compassionate live-in support for older adults and families needing round-the-clock help at home.
Learn moreInterpreting
Face-to-face, telephone and video interpreting for medical, legal and personal appointments.
Learn moreTutoring
One-to-one tutoring for primary, secondary, GCSE and adult learners — in person or online.
Learn morePet Care
Trusted pet sitters, dog walkers and pet-friendly home helpers for busy families.
Learn moreEmergency Childcare
Short-notice, last-minute childcare when families need trusted help fast.
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Hubs for families and professionals
Free guidance, role profiles and events — whichever side of the introduction you are on.
Family Support Hub
Choosing childcare, pay and contracts, checks and emergency cover.
ExploreCareer Hub
CV help, interview preparation, DBS guidance and training routes.
ExploreOpportunities
The nanny, housekeeping, care and tutoring roles we recruit for.
ExploreFree Events
Short online and London sessions on safeguarding, first aid and hiring.
ExploreTrust & Safety
Safe introductions, made with care
We encourage families to carry out DBS, reference and Right to Work checks where appropriate. Family Support UK aims to support safe introductions between families and workers. Families remain responsible for making final hiring decisions.
Read our Trust & Safety guide- DBS Checks
- Right to Work Checks
- References
- Experience
- Safe Matching
- Family Protection
- Worker Protection
- Clear Communication
Community
More than an agency
Families, childcare and care professionals, nurses, volunteers and community contributors are all welcome. Ask a question, suggest an idea or share what you have learned — participation is free and never tied to a job application.
Explore the Community
A central hub for questions, ideas, learning, events and volunteering.
OpenSuggest an Idea
Propose a guide, event or feature. Every suggestion is read by our team.
OpenReport a Concern
Raise a safeguarding, conduct or service concern confidentially.
OpenNothing you send is published automatically. Our team reviews every submission and asks permission before sharing anything publicly.
Social Media
Follow our community
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Ready to find the right support?
Tell us what you need — we'll be in touch with kind, professional matches.