An agency can help you explore roles and navigate introductions. Compare its requirements and services before registering so you know what support to expect.
What a Nanny Agency Actually Does
Ask how the agency introduces candidates to families and supports the hiring process. Confirm any fees and who pays them before registering.
- What checks are completed before a family is introduced?
- Who handles pay and contract discussions?
- What support is available after placement?
- How will the agency communicate with you?
What to Look for in an Agency
Relevant roles
Ask which kinds of roles the agency is currently recruiting for and whether they match your experience.
Candidate support
Ask how updates, introductions and concerns after placement are handled.
Requirements
Read the agency’s current requirements for experience, references, work eligibility, driving and certification. Westside Nannies’ published requirements are one example, not a citywide standard. Check which requirements apply before an application and which must be completed before work begins.
Questions to Ask an Agency Before You Sign Up
- How many active job openings do you currently have?
- What types of families do you typically work with?
- How long does the average placement process take?
- What support do you offer if a placement doesn’t work out?
- Do you charge candidates any fees?
- How do you handle contract and compensation negotiations?
Working With Multiple Agencies
Before registering with multiple agencies, review each agreement for any exclusivity or representation terms. Keep track of introductions and communicate clearly if more than one agency discusses the same role.
Use this guide to compare how agencies work, then browse current source-linked nanny and household roles on the Nanny Jobs LA board. The job seeker guide explains how to save roles and return to the original source; agencies that want their public roles monitored or corrected can use the agency opt-in.