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Rosebud Nanny Agency is a multi-award winning nanny agency matching nannies and families in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and South Cambridgeshire.
Rosebud Nanny Agency is owned and run by Abigail Plested, a former nanny, and has been operating since early 2013.
Abigail is passionate about children and dedicated to giving them the best start in life. She believes stability in their home life is the best way to achieve this.
At Rosebud Nanny Agency, we strive to match each family with the nanny who best shares their ideas on bringing up their children. We believe consistency is key, and a harmonious relationship between children, parents and their nanny starts with this.
We offer a professional yet personal service to every family, where you as the parent are in control.
We aim to make the recruitment process stress-free for you – we are happy to answer general questions and enquiries, with no obligation.
Nannies, like childminders and most nursery staff, hold childcare qualifications, paediatric first aid certificates and DBS (formally CRB) checks. They also often hold nanny insurance, although it’s not a requirement unless they are Ofsted registered (so you can use the tax free childcare scheme, or childcare vouchers towards the nannys cost)
They are your employee, they come to your house for their working day, and solely care for your child/children. This means you would employ them through PAYE and have a contract of employment (both things I will guide you with!)
Nannies look after all ages of children – it depends on your family! If you have a child at home and one at school, you have a complete childcare option rather than using nursery for one child, breakfast and after school club for the other, and muddling through school holidays in any fashion possible.
Nannies working days and hours are set by you as the employer, so are often the most flexible form of childcare. You pay for the hours you need.
Rosebud Nanny Agency covers Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Southern Cambridgeshire – St Albans, Harpenden, Welwyn Garden City, Hitchin, Watford, Rickmansworth, Berkhamsted, Biggleswade, Cambridge, St Neots, Amersham and many more. Please contact us today to discuss your childcare requirements.
See the reviews of client for this website
Name of client: Consumer
Wedding Reception
We have used Rosebud a number of times to find a nanny to babysit and they have always been amazing. Then I need help finding nannies to help supervise children at my wedding reception at short notice. Abi was amazing find 7 nannies to the day (even when one needed replacing last minute). All our guests commented on how amazing they were and several of those with children asked for the details of the agency (even the photographer). They made our wedding day as everyone (even our little guests) could enjoy themselves. I cannot recommend enough.
Name of client: Mel
Abi from Rosebud nanny agency is…
Abi from Rosebud nanny agency is fantastic and has made finding my next nanny role such a smooth process. She has been on the end of the phone to answer any questions and been very supportive through the whole process. Thank you Abi x
Name of client: Jess Melen
Would 100% recommend
Would 100% recommend, we used Rosebud Nanny Agency to book 4 nannies for a wedding at Ashridge House. Communication with Abi was brilliant from start to finish, she was super helpful and responsive.
On the day, the nannies were fantastic – the kids all had a great time. Would not hesitate to use again.
Name of client: Lorna Hursey
Fantastic Nanny Agency!
Abi has always been a fantastic support to me as a Nanny. She goes above and beyond to match you to the perfect family, and is always available to answer and questions or worries you might have. Really relaible and professional, placing me with 2 fantastic families over the last few years.
I am now moving on to my next family but would not hesitate to recommend her to both families and Nannies.
I would like to thank her for all her support and help.
She’s Fab! 5 stars++++
Name of client: Melissa Thomas
Fantastic from start to finish!
The nannies went above and beyond on our event. We had 6 nannies in total and each of them fantastic! I would not hesitate to use Rosebud nanny Agency again and highly recommend them.
Abi was fantastic to work with and listened to all my requirements.
Name of client: Nicola K
Fantastic experience…
We had a fantastic experience working with Abi at Rosebud Nanny Agency. After relocating to Harpenden, we needed help finding a permanent nanny, and Abi was brilliant from start to finish. She presented us with a great selection of candidates, all well-qualified and thoughtfully matched to our needs.
Abi is incredibly responsive, professional, and clearly goes above and beyond for her clients. She even helped us find excellent last-minute cover for a week, which was a lifesaver. I would highly recommend Abi for anyone in the area looking for a nanny.
Name of client: Kirsty Williams
Exceptional tailored service
Abi provided exceptional service to us from the very first point of contact. We were looking for a part time permanent nanny and she really took time to understand our family and what we needed before sending on CVs candidates with explanations of how they would work for our circumstances. We had never done anything like this before but she made the whole process feel so smooth and guided us all the way through from candidate selection to interview then on through contracting and payroll. We had a fantastic experience and would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for the best possible nanny.
Name of client: Agnes Szebenyi
Rosebud Nanny Agency is exceptional /…
Rosebud Nanny Agency is exceptional / Abi is just brilliant.
I Know her for many years and always helpful, friendly, kind , honest and professional.
Her knowledge is excellent.
I highly recommend Rosebud Nanny Agency/Abi.
Name of client: HS
Abi is excellent and so knowledgeable
Abi is excellent and so knowledgeable. She gave some great advice and had an instinctive understanding of the type of person we were looking for. Would highly recommend.
Name of client: Sophie
Excellent experience with Rosebud from…
Excellent experience with Rosebud from start to finish. I would highly recommend Abi. She took time to understand our requirements and was thoughtful and detailed in her approach. She responded to queries very quickly and was always happy to help. We are delighted with the nanny that Abi found for us.
Name of client: Kl
Rosebud Nanny Agency
Rosebud Nanny Agency, led by Abi, truly impressed me with its exceptional service and support. Drawing from her own experience as a nanny, Abi’s knowledge and expertise shine through. She was quick to respond, offering valuable guidance throughout the process of finding a perfect nanny match. Whether I needed temporary or permanent help, Abi consistently provided credible candidates swiftly. Her attention to detail and friendly, approachable nature put me at ease, ensuring a seamless hiring experience. I confidently recommend Rosebud Nanny Agency to anyone in need of childcare solutions.
Name of client: Liz Macdonald
Abi provides fantastic guidance and…
Abi provides fantastic guidance and brilliant candidates. We couldn’t be happier with our nanny – she’s great!
Name of client: Mrs Nancy Clark
Abi was fab helping us to find a nanny…
Abi was fab helping us to find a nanny when we moved to a completely new area and had zero contacts there. It made the moving process significantly easier and reduce stress levels knowing we had a nanny starting on day 1 of moving! Thanks Abi
Name of client: Ms Sara Davison
Abi is amazing!!!!!
Abi is amazing! I have known her for years and have always used her when trying to find a nanny family to work with. Her knowledge and expertise is outstanding and if she is not sure of something she either finds the answers or points you into the appropriate direction!
Abi has helped me to find many amazing nanny families- making sure the match perfect for both myself and the family.
The fact that she used to be a nanny herself means that she is not just a great business woman but she has also been there herself so knows the right questions to ask both the families and Nannie’s!
I can not recommend Abi enough and I will always continue to go back to her when the time comes for me to find a new family.
Name of client: Consumer
Highly recommend Abi 🙂
Abi has been brilliant matching me up with the perfect family. I had always been used to working as a nanny an hour away from my home, however she found me an amazing job just 10 minutes away!
She was quick to respond to emails, always professional and honest with me right from the start.
She helped me prep for the interview by preparing me with what questions the family might have. This was an enormous help as it made me feel confident and ready.
She pays attention to detail and even messaged me just before I was starting to wish me luck and a follow on message a week after my start date to check every thing was going great. I always felt she was just on the other end of the phone if I needed any guidance or support.
I couldn’t have asked for better service. I highly recommend her to any new Nannie’s/families looking for their perfect nanny.
Name of client: Matt
Would recommend Rosebud to anyone
Abi is exceptional. We unexpectedly found ourselves with an immediate requirement for a perm nanny. Within a couple of days she’d sent us a list of 7 very credible CVs and we had a fab Nanny start her new job with us 10 days after I first messaged Abi.
She’s friendly, very quick to respond and so well connected. Previously we’ve tried recruiting ourselves with very mixed success, but I’d now recommend using Rosebud to anyone in a heartbeat. Thank you Abi!
Name of client: Amy Crouch
The best
The best – Abi found us an amazing nanny who we never would’ve found ourselves. Incredibly professional, couldn’t recommend highly enough.
Name of client: Lisa Oakley
Abi has found me the perfect job
Abi has found me the perfect job! From the beginning to the end of the entire process of finding it, i had help, guidance and support from Abi, always at the end of the phone or an email. Would recommend Rosebuds anytime!
Name of client: Alexandra H
Outstanding personalised nanny agency
Abi recruited for us our (fantastic) full time nanny who has worked with us for the past 2 years. Like other parents of young kids, hiring a nanny is a big decision, and all about trust and compatibility of parenting styles. In contrast to other London/Herts based nanny agencies we engaged with, Abi took genuine interest in our family and circumstances to source highly experienced, professional candidates who were the right match for us. She helped us navigate the interview/recruitment process, reliably executed the necessary qualification and reference checks, smoothing the process for us, and giving us confidence in our final choice. We highly recommend her.
Name of client: Laura Chappell
Just the best Nanny agency A****
Abi is amazing, friendly and very professional. Over the years I’ve been registered with a few nanny agencies, but Rosebud nanny agency go above and beyond to find parents the right nanny , & Nannie’s the right family. Communication is spot on and Abi worked very hard to get me registered so she could put me forward for a nanny vacancy. Nearly 3 years later I am so happy in my nanny job, myself & my two boys are treated like part of the family. Hopefully I will be here for a few more years yet. Thank you so much Abi for finding me the perfect family ❤️
(*) All reviews above are from Trustpilot
Our assessment after analyzing reviews
Below are the analyze and conclusion of us about above reviews
The first review is an introductory statement written by the owner of Rosebud Nanny Agency, Abigail Plested. It describes the agency’s services, target area, and philosophy regarding childcare. It emphasizes a personal approach, professional standards, and the importance of matching nannies and families based on shared values. It highlights the agency’s role in guiding families through the employment process, including PAYE and contracts. While informative, it’s inherently biased as it’s self-promotional content. Its purpose is to establish credibility and attract potential clients.
The second review, from a user named “Consumer”, gives a 5-star rating and praises Rosebud for consistently providing amazing babysitters. It highlights a specific instance where the agency found seven nannies at short notice for a wedding reception, and the nannies received positive feedback from guests. The review strongly recommends the agency, emphasizing its positive impact on the wedding day by allowing all guests, including children, to enjoy themselves. This review is highly positive and seems genuine due to the specific details about the wedding event and the number of nannies involved.
The third review from “Mel” also awards a 5-star rating and commends Abi from Rosebud Nanny Agency for facilitating a smooth process in finding a nanny role. The review praises Abi’s support and availability to answer questions. The briefness of the review is typical of a positive experience where the user is satisfied with the service provided and wants to quickly express their gratitude. This review indicates a positive experience for nannies seeking placements through the agency.
The fourth review from “Jess Melen” gives Rosebud Nanny Agency a 5-star rating and recommends their services for booking nannies for a wedding at Ashridge House. The reviewer emphasizes the brilliant communication with Abi and the fantastic performance of the nannies on the day. The details provided, such as the location (Ashridge House) and the positive experience of the children, contribute to the review’s credibility. The review indicates a satisfied customer who would use the agency again.
The fifth review from “Lorna Hursey” awards a 5-star rating and expresses gratitude to Abi for her support as a nanny. The review praises Abi’s efforts in matching nannies with suitable families and her availability to address concerns. The reviewer mentions being placed with two fantastic families over several years and recommends the agency to both families and nannies. This review is valuable as it comes from a nanny’s perspective, highlighting the agency’s support for its nannies and its ability to create successful placements.
The sixth review from “Melissa Thomas” gives a 5-star rating and commends the nannies provided by Rosebud Nanny Agency for an event. The reviewer highlights the exceptional performance of the six nannies involved and recommends the agency. The review also acknowledges Abi’s excellent communication and attention to requirements. This review, similar to the previous wedding-related reviews, emphasizes the agency’s reliability in providing high-quality nannies for events.
The seventh review from “Nicola K” gives a 5-star rating and praises Rosebud Nanny Agency for helping them find a permanent nanny after relocating to Harpenden. The reviewer highlights Abi’s responsiveness, professionalism, and ability to present well-qualified candidates matched to their needs. The review also mentions Abi’s assistance in finding last-minute cover, which was a “lifesaver”. This review demonstrates the agency’s ability to provide both permanent and temporary nanny solutions.
The eighth review from “Kirsty Williams” awards a 5-star rating and describes Abi’s service as “exceptional and tailored.” The reviewer emphasizes Abi’s attentiveness to understanding the family’s needs and her guidance throughout the entire process, from candidate selection to contracting and payroll. The reviewer highlights the smooth and stress-free experience and highly recommends the agency. This review suggests a comprehensive and supportive service for families seeking permanent nanny placements.
The ninth review from “Agnes Szebenyi” gives a 5-star rating and describes Rosebud Nanny Agency as “exceptional” and Abi as “brilliant.” The reviewer mentions knowing Abi for many years and praises her helpfulness, friendliness, kindness, honesty, and professionalism. The review highlights Abi’s excellent knowledge and highly recommends the agency. While brief, this review conveys a strong positive sentiment based on long-term experience with the agency.
The tenth review from “HS” gives a 5-star rating and commends Abi’s knowledge and advice. The reviewer mentions Abi’s instinctive understanding of the type of person they were looking for and highly recommends her services. This review, though concise, highlights Abi’s expertise in matching families with suitable nannies.
The eleventh review from “Sophie” gives a 5-star rating and praises Rosebud Nanny Agency for an excellent experience from start to finish. The reviewer highly recommends Abi and highlights her thoughtful and detailed approach, quick responses, and willingness to help. The reviewer expresses delight with the nanny that Abi found for them. This review highlights the agency’s commitment to understanding client requirements and providing personalized service.
The twelfth review from “Kl” gives a 4-star rating and describes Rosebud Nanny Agency, led by Abi, as impressive with its exceptional service and support. Drawing from her own experience as a nanny, Abi’s knowledge and expertise shine through. She was quick to respond, offering valuable guidance throughout the process of finding a perfect nanny match. Whether I needed temporary or permanent help, Abi consistently provided credible candidates swiftly. Her attention to detail and friendly, approachable nature put me at ease, ensuring a seamless hiring experience. I confidently recommend Rosebud Nanny Agency to anyone in need of childcare solutions.
The thirteenth review from “Liz Macdonald” gives a 5-star rating and praises Abi for providing fantastic guidance and brilliant candidates. The reviewer expresses happiness with their nanny. This concise review reinforces the positive experiences shared by other reviewers.
The fourteenth review from “Mrs Nancy Clark” gives a 5-star rating and commends Abi for helping them find a nanny after moving to a new area. The reviewer emphasizes the reduced stress levels due to having a nanny starting on day 1 of the move. This review highlights the agency’s ability to provide support during relocation and ease the transition for families.
The fifteenth review from “Ms Sara Davison” gives a 5-star rating and describes Abi as “amazing.” The reviewer, who has known Abi for years, praises her knowledge, expertise, and ability to find perfect matches between nannies and families. The reviewer highlights Abi’s experience as a former nanny, which allows her to ask the right questions. This review is particularly valuable as it comes from a nanny’s perspective, demonstrating the agency’s commitment to both families and nannies.
The sixteenth review from a user named “Consumer” gives a 5-star rating and recommends Abi for matching them with the perfect family. The reviewer praises Abi’s responsiveness, professionalism, and honesty. The reviewer highlights Abi’s assistance in preparing for the interview and her follow-up messages. This review reinforces the agency’s commitment to providing personalized support and guidance to nannies.
The seventeenth review from “Matt” gives a 5-star rating and recommends Rosebud Nanny Agency to anyone. The reviewer highlights Abi’s exceptional service in finding a permanent nanny quickly and efficiently. The reviewer praises Abi’s friendliness, responsiveness, and connections. This review emphasizes the agency’s ability to provide swift and effective solutions for families with urgent nanny requirements.
The eighteenth review from “Amy Crouch” gives a 5-star rating and simply states that Abi is “the best” and found them an amazing nanny. The reviewer praises Abi’s professionalism and highly recommends the agency. This concise review reinforces the positive experiences shared by other reviewers.
The nineteenth review from “Lisa Oakley” gives a 5-star rating and states that Abi found her the perfect job. The reviewer praises Abi’s help, guidance, and support throughout the entire process. This review, like others from nannies, highlights the agency’s commitment to supporting nannies in their job search.
The twentieth review from “Alexandra H” gives a 5-star rating and describes Rosebud Nanny Agency as an “outstanding personalised nanny agency.” The reviewer highlights Abi’s genuine interest in their family and circumstances, which allowed her to source highly experienced and professional candidates who were the right match. The reviewer praises Abi’s execution of qualification and reference checks, which gave them confidence in their final choice. This review emphasizes the agency’s personalized approach and commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of children.
The twenty-first review from “Laura Chappell” gives a 5-star rating and describes the agency as “just the best Nanny agency A****.” The reviewer praises Abi’s friendliness and professionalism and highlights the agency’s efforts to find the right nanny for parents and the right family for nannies. The reviewer expresses happiness in her nanny job and thanks Abi for finding her the perfect family. This review reinforces the agency’s commitment to creating successful matches and supporting both families and nannies.
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Note: The above statement is just my personal opinion, you should check carefully at the sources and make the right decision for yourself.