Nanny Test

When looking to fill a nanny position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. A nanny skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is a nanny skills test?

    A nanny test is an assessment of whether an individual has the essential skills and attributes to be an effective nanny. Employers use the evaluation in the early stages of a recruitment process to identify which applicants in their candidate pool demonstrate interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and adaptability, all skills that are essential to be a successful nanny.

    The nanny test comprises multiple choice and scenario questions using situations that nannies may face when in their role. The responses to these questions help employers determine an individual's proficiency in these critical skills. This, in turn, enables employers to make bias-free decisions on which candidates are suitable for a position as a nanny based on their skills alone.

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  1. What is a nanny skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the nanny skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures nanny skills
  4. Nanny Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the nanny skills test for pre-screening?

    Nannies typically work with younger children providing care and support and ensuring they are safe and well looked after. This role carries a great deal of responsibility and requires individuals to have a core set of skills to be effective in their roles. These skills include adaptability, interpersonal skills, and emotional intelligence, skills that are often difficult to evaluate from a CV or interview alone.

    As an employer, you want to ensure that you make the right decision based on an individual's skill set when hiring for nanny positions. The nanny test provides employers with a practical way of determining an individual's skill set relevant to the essential skills needed to be a nanny.

    Candidates who score highly on the assessment have the skills required and can use them to ensure the safe care and well-being of the children they are in charge of. Those that score below the designated benchmark are likely not to have the skills needed for success as a nanny. These candidates can be eliminated from the process.

    Using the nanny test as a pre-screening tool allows employers to objectively assess individuals. The test also ensures that decisions are made on skill sets alone, meaning that later recruitment efforts focus only on the most suitable candidates for a nanny position.

    The skills required to be a nanny are common to many roles in similar fields. This means the nanny test is a beneficial addition to the recruitment process for roles such as:

    • Au Pair
    • Early years practitioner
    • Creche worker
    • Babysitter
    • Nursery Assistant
    • Teaching Assistant

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How our test measures nanny skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be a nanny were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our nanny test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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Picked provides evidence-based recommendations for tests to use for over 750 jobs. Our recommendation engine leverages data from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Nanny Test FAQs

What skills should I look for when hiring a nanny?

All nannies have a core set of skills that enables them to carry out their roles effectively. These skills include interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and adaptability. Strong communication skills and time management are also needed in this role.

How can I assess candidates’ personality traits?

There are a variety of assessments that can be used to evaluate an individual's personality traits. These include scenario-based evaluations that look at individual traits such as adaptability. General personality assessments such as the Hexaco assessment can also be used to determine how an individual approaches their daily work.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

“An unbeatable service, impressive platform and fantastic value for money.”
Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA
Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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