When life happens and you need help fast, Lighthouse Nanny is there. If you need short notice childcare in the next 48 hours, send us a message. We’ll activate our pool of freelance nannies and find someone for you ASAP. Our emergency nannies can be there in as little as a few hours from now.
Need a babysitter in Berlin today?
How do I book an emergency nanny?
- First, fill out a family application. We need at least the basics: your name, address, kids names and birthdays, and a quick description of what’s going on.
- Then, send us a WhatsApp message at +49 175 1119500. We’ll get back to you as soon as we can and let you know next steps.
How fast can you find an emergency nanny?
We have been able to send emergency nannies in as little as one hour. However, any booking with less than 48 hours lead time qualifies as an emergency booking.
How much does an emergency nanny cost?
€75 agency booking fee per session (incl. VAT), with nanny fees paid separately at €40–€55 per hour.
Frequently asked questions
How do I pay for the emergency nanny service?
You can pay your agency booking fee via credit card or bank transfer. Nanny fees are paid separately, ideally via European bank transfer. If that is not possible, please reach out and we’ll share a list of payment options.
How do you find the nannies on short notice?
Our emergency nanny job positions are only shared with a select pool of candidates who are fully onboarded into the agency (passed their interview, submitted their paperwork, vetted references), and hand-selected for their professionalism and high capability. These candidates are calm and composed under pressure, and able to confidently adapt to different children’s needs and family dynamics.
What is your candidate vetting process like?
All of our nannies need to pass an in-person interview and submit a series of documents. This includes:
- Führungszeugnis (German police clearance certificate)
- Infant/child First Aid & CPR certificate
- Proof of Haftpflichtversicherung (personal liability insurance)
- At least 2 references from previous childcare related roles
