Specialist Nanny Service

Meet Anna Turner – Head of Specialist Recruitment and Client Services

We’re delighted to welcome Anna Turner to the Gingham team, where she will be heading up our Specialist Nanny Service.

Anna brings a wealth of experience in early childhood care and a deep understanding of the unique needs that families may face. From supporting children with additional needs to matching nannies with experience in medical, educational, or therapeutic settings, Anna is dedicated to ensuring every placement is handled with care, expertise, and empathy.

Whether you’re looking for a nanny with SEN experience, a background in early intervention, or someone able to support specific family dynamics, Anna is here to help guide you through every step of the process.

A brief introduction to how Gingham Nanny Agency began 

Gingham Nanny Agency launched a service in 2016 to offer childcare solutions to families who have experienced accidents, incidents or medical negligence. We work closely with Case Managers, Law Firms & Deputies and deliver highly focused specialist childcare recruitment & direct employment service for clients with brain, spinal & catastrophic injuries as well as SEN needs.

We focus on understanding each client’s injury and the impact on their lives, offering the most designated specialist nanny childcare support service with empathy and professionalism. 

Our nannies are Ofsted registered, we are members of Babicm, CMSUK, REC and in the process of becoming CQC registered.

How did it all start?
A case manager approached our funder Dee Modric regarding a client — a mother who had been involved in a serious road traffic accident. She had sustained a severe brain injury alongside multiple physical injuries.

We successfully provided nannies for the family over a period of ten years, supporting the children through many transitions during their mother’s rehabilitation journey.

Our focused childcare support not only enabled the mother’s wider care team to focus on her rehabilitation, it also assured that the family as a whole were still able to enjoy the children’s milestones and their development, whilst gently nurturing her strong maternal instinct — a need that remained particularly prominent, as her brain injury had resulted in her emotional development being assessed as significantly younger than her chronological age.

Initially, our nannies worked on a 24-hour rota system to ensure round-the-clock support for the children. As the children grew older, the support evolved into before- and after-school care, with night-time & holiday support available as and when required. We are proud to say that these children now attend a college and a secondary school respectively and the family consisting of mother, father and the two children is still going strong, challenging the statistics and staying together throughout their incredible journey.

Following the success of this placement, Gingham Nanny Agency quicky built strong working relationships with many Case Managers and Legal Firms representing our mutual clients and, in many cases, we are working closely with the defending solicitors as well as other MDT members.

Today, we are supporting many families nationwide.
 We work discreetly alongside wider professional teams to provide consistent, trauma-informed care, and we are confident in our ability to deliver the continuity of support families need throughout their recovery journey.

About the nannies 

Our aim is to provide our nannies with relevant training and support to offer not only advanced childcare service but also emotional and practical support. At the same time ensuring that children’s needs are met while the parent focuses on rehabilitation. 

This holistic approach complements the efforts of case managers, solicitors, and rehabilitation professionals by addressing the often-overlooked needs of children during a parent’s recovery journey.

Our nannies act as trusted eyes and ears on the ground, providing vital support to case managers. They maintain detailed nanny diaries, which can be invaluable for safeguarding, supervision, and, where necessary, litigation purposes. They also offer thoughtful, supportive feedback during supervision sessions with case managers.

All of our nannies are either Ofsted registered or willing to become registered. Every nanny receives comprehensive in-house training, including specialised post-trauma therapy training, to ensure they are fully informed about their role within the family dynamic.

In addition to regular supervision from our team, our nannies also receive supervision from the families’ case managers, ensuring a consistent and well-rounded support structure.

We are proud to offer a range of specialist nannies, including autism specialists and others with expertise in supporting a wide variety of physical, emotional, and developmental needs. 

To discuss your specific needs, please contact 
Dee Modric or 
Anna Turner

Frequently Asked Questions

INTRODUCTION

Our specialised nanny and childcare services are designed to provide the highest standard of nurturing care for children, easing the burden on families, case managers, and legal teams, allowing them to focus on their core responsibilities.

HOW DID GINGHAM NANNY AGENCY FIRST START WORKING WITH BRAIN, SPINAL, AND CATASTROPHIC MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE CASES?

Gingham Nanny Agency began working with lawyers and case managers over 14 years ago when we recognised a gap in services for families with additional medical and caregiving needs. We realised that families required specialised support beyond traditional nanny services, and our unique model was created to fill that void. This isn’t a standard nanny service; it’s an integrated approach that also supports the financial and legal needs of the family.

HOW LONG HAS GINGHAM NANNY AGENCY BEEN WORKING WITH CASE MANAGERS AND LAWYERS?

Our service for case managers and lawyers has been running for over 12 years, evolving as we saw the increasing need for tailored, long-term care solutions. Our service goes beyond traditional nanny placements – we offer an integrated approach that not only addresses caregiving needs but also aligns with the legal, financial, and rehabilitation requirements of each case.

WHAT IS THE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING LEVEL OF YOUR NANNIES?

All our nannies must be Ofsted-registered and undergo comprehensive in-house training in safeguarding, lone worker protocols, brain injury care, and working with medically complex children. They also receive ongoing professional development to stay informed about the latest sector practices, ensuring the highest standard of care.

HOW DOES GINGHAM NANNY AGENCY WORK WITH CASE MANAGERS AND LEGAL TEAMS TO ENSURE THE RIGHT NANNY IS SELECTED?

We collaborate closely with case managers, legal teams, and deputies to match the right nanny with the family’s needs. This guarantees smooth integration with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) and ongoing support for the rehabilitation process.

WHAT MAKES GINGHAM NANNY AGENCY’S SERVICE DIFFERENT FROM OTHER NANNY AGENCIES?

Gingham Nanny Agency doesn’t just provide nannies; we deliver a complete support package that integrates legal, financial, and caregiving elements, making our service uniquely suited to families facing catastrophic medical conditions.

HOW DOES GINGHAM NANNY AGENCY SUPPORT THE FAMILY AFTER THE NANNY
PLACEMENT?

Our support doesn’t end with the nanny placement. We provide ongoing monitoring and supervision ensuring the nanny’s performance meets the family’s evolving needs and expectations, and we remain in close communication with the case managers and legal teams.

WHAT ARE THE TYPICAL BOOKING REQUIREMENTS AND SCHEDULING OPTIONS
FOR NANNIES?

Nannies are typically booked for a minimum of 3-6 months, and we offer flexible scheduling to meet the unique needs of each family. We ensure that our nannies are available at times that work for the family, no matter how complex their needs may be.

WHAT IS THE GEOGRAPHICAL COVERAGE OF GINGHAM NANNY AGENCY’S
SERVICES?

Gingham Nanny Agency provides support across the entire UK, ensuring that families,no matter where they are located, have access to the right childcare and caregiving professionals.

WHAT ARE THE COSTS INVOLVED?

While our service is bespoke, our rates are transparent, starting from £28 per hour. The cost depends on the specific needs of each family and case, ensuring a tailored and cost-effective solution to meet unique care requirements.

ARE THERE ANY UPFRONT COSTS OR DEPOSITS REQUIRED FOR SECURING A
NANNY PLACEMENT?

We do not require upfront deposits to secure a search. We offer clear, bespoke transparent terms in a formal agreement that protects all parties involved.

DO CASE MANAGERS OR LAWYERS HAVE TO SIGN CONTRACTS WITH GINGHAM
NANNY AGENCY?

Yes, case managers, lawyers, and other professionals involved in the case will need to sign an agreement to ensure all terms and responsibilities are clearly outlined for a smooth and legally compliant process.

WHAT BENEFITS DOES GINGHAM NANNY AGENCY PROVIDE TO FAMILIES AND
PROFESSIONALS?

By partnering with Gingham Nanny Agency, families gain peace of mind knowing that their child’s care is managed by an experienced, compassionate team. Case managers, lawyers, and other professionals can focus on their core responsibilities, confident that the care element is being expertly handled. We would welcome the opportunity to discuss how Gingham Nanny Agency can support you and your clients further.