Nanny Groom

At Nannies Matter, we work with families across the Home Counties, and we know that in many areas, owning horses and maintaining a busy household go hand in hand. From Berkshire to Buckinghamshire, we place reliable, full-time grooms and live-in or live-out nanny groom professionals who are highly experienced at caring for both children and horses.

Nannies Matter specialises in finding the right nanny groom for your home and lifestyle. With more than a decade of experience working with families across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Surrey, Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire and London, we offer discreet, reliable placement services designed to meet your individual needs.

Looking to recruit a nanny groom for your household? Call us on 07736 337065 or fill in our online contact form to chat with us today.

What Does a Nanny Groom Do?

A nanny groom is employed to assist with both childcare and equine care, typically within a family setting. They can take a hands-on role with the school run, as well as mucking out stables and supporting you with managing after-school routines and pony care.

Many families with horses find their daily schedule stretched, especially when juggling the commitments of raising children and managing yard duties. A nanny groom steps into this space to provide multi-skilled assistance across the home and the stables, to help to  structure your day, reduce your workload, and offer peace of mind.

What Are a Nanny Groom’s Everyday Responsibilities?

While every placement is different, a nanny groom typically works across three core areas of family life:

Childcare and domestic support:

• Driving children to and from school, playdates or other activities.

• Preparing and cooking simple, nutritious meals.

• Washing, ironing and organising the children’s clothing and bedding.

• Keeping children’s rooms and play areas clean and tidy.

• Assisting with homework and overseeing play.

• Supporting the organisation of timetables and clubs.

Equine care and horse-related duties:

• Exercising and hacking out with horses and ponies.

• Schooling and lunging.

• Grooming, trimming, pulling and plaiting.

• Mucking out stables and general yard duties.

• Tack cleaning and feeding routines.

• Preparing ponies for shows or riding lessons.

• Driving a horsebox or towing a horse trailer where required.

Additional support

• Looking after household pets.

• Performing light housekeeping duties throughout the house.

• Shopping for the children or running errands as needed.

• Assisting with seasonal organisation, holidays or special events.

Before we place a nanny groom with you, we will discuss the duties you and your family require. Some families may prefer a shared care arrangement, while others may require a nanny groom to take sole charge at certain times of the day or week. Once we have a full understanding of what you need from your nanny groom, we will find you a shortlist of suitable candidates. At that stage, you can meet with each potential employee, and agree on mutually appropriate terms and conditions of employment.

Is a Nanny Groom Right for Your Family?

Caring for children demands time, consistency and energy, which can be challenging to balance with the needs of your household and your horses. Many families find that there’s little room left for quality time when they try to manage all of these elements themselves. A nanny groom is not simply a helping hand - they are a dependable and experienced member of your household team who understands the complexities of country life and who can anticipate your needs, to make your other responsibilities simpler to manage.

If your children are involved in pony club or riding lessons, or you keep horses at home but find the upkeep conflicts with family schedules, hiring a nanny groom can relieve much of that pressure. These professionals are particularly valued in homes where parents travel regularly or work long hours and need flexible, hands-on support throughout the day.

What Makes a Successful Nanny Groom?

Nanny grooms placed by Nannies Matter are carefully selected for their dual experience in childcare and equine care. All are DBS checked, and have demonstrable experience in managing both children and horses with confidence and care.

In our experience, the best candidates are:

• Highly responsible and able to work with minimal supervision.

• Comfortable working around children and animals alike.

• Proactive, friendly and calm under pressure.

• Flexible in their approach and capable of adapting to your household routine.

• Confident in both sole charge and shared care scenarios.

Whether you’re looking for a live-in or live-out role, we’ll help you find someone whose experience, personality and availability suits your family.

Why Choose Nannies Matter?

With decades of experience placing nannies and household staff with families across the Home Counties, we understand what matters most to households that must balance the demands of both parenting and horse ownership. Our nanny grooms are carefully vetted, reference-checked and matched based on their practical ability and compatibility with your household.

We place nanny grooms who can:

• Balance childcare, horse care and light housekeeping duties seamlessly.

• Fit in with your lifestyle, routine and family dynamic.

• Support your children’s equestrian hobbies as well as their academic development.

• Add structure and reliability to your daily life.

Locations we cover

Nannies Matter places experienced nanny grooms throughout the Home Counties and nearby regions. We can place nanny grooms at homes in:

• Berkshire

• Buckinghamshire

• Surrey

• Oxfordshire

• Hertfordshire

• London

We also work with families living in rural and semi-rural areas where horse care is a key part of daily life. If you are based outside these areas but require a live-in candidate, we may still be able to assist.

Contact Us About Hiring a Nanny Groom

If you’re ready to hire a nanny groom or want to discuss your household’s specific needs, we’re here to help. Call Nannies Matter today on 07736 337065 or complete our online contact form and a member of our team will be in touch.