2025 Nanny Wages: What UK Parents Need to Know About Minimum Pay
Wondering how the 2025 minimum wage increase affects your nanny’s salary? Here’s a simple guide for UK parents employing a nanny — plus how to stay legally compliant with nanny payroll using NannyPayPro.
📣 What’s Changing for Nanny Wages in April 2025?
From 1st April 2025, the National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over will rise from £11.44 to £12.21 per hour.
This increase in UK nanny wages applies to most privately employed nannies, regardless of whether they live in or out.
👶 Are Nannies Entitled to Minimum Wage?
Yes, 100%. Nannies in the UK must be paid at least the National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage, depending on their age. This is a legal requirement for all nanny employers.
- Applies to live-in and live-out nannies
- Part-time and full-time nannies are included
- Temporary or short-term roles must also meet wage standards
Need help benchmarking pay? Contact us at NannyPayPro for advice and tools to guide your decision.
⚠️ Risks of Underpaying Your Nanny
If you pay less than the legal minimum nanny wage, even unintentionally, you could face serious consequences:
- Backdated wage payments (up to 6 years)
- Fines up to £20,000 per nanny
- Public naming by the Department for Business and Trade
- Legal action or criminal charges
It’s critical to review your nanny’s hourly rate when wage laws change — especially with this 2025 increase.
🧮 How to Check You're Paying the Right Nanny Wage
You can use the GOV.UK minimum wage calculator to make sure your nanny's salary meets legal requirements.
Keep in mind:
- Include all hours worked
- Don’t exclude live-in arrangements — they are not exempt
- Pro-rate for holidays and part-time work
🤝 How NannyPayPro Can Help With Nanny Wages
Staying on top of nanny wage laws isn’t easy, but you don’t have to go it alone. Our payroll service makes it simple to stay compliant and stress-free.
We provide:
- HMRC registration and PAYE setup
- Accurate payslip generation based on current nanny wage laws
- Workplace pension management
- Unlimited employer support and HR advice
While you’re likely already paying your nanny above the minimum wage rate, if not — or any time you need to make changes — it’s seamless to adjust your nanny’s hourly wage and automatically update all future payslips. No spreadsheets or stress required.
💬 Final Thoughts on Nanny Pay Compliance
Whether you're hiring your first nanny or updating pay for a long-time employee, the 2025 wage changes are a key moment to review your nanny's compensation.
Let NannyPayPro handle the legal stuff — so you can focus on what matters most: your family.
Learn more about our nanny payroll service and make wage compliance effortless.
