Nanny in Barcelona
Bilingual, Montessori-trained, first-aid nannies for families in Pedralbes, Sarrià, Sant Cugat and the Maresme. First profiles in under 3 hours, and you only pay once you hire.
Barcelona is one of Spain's most cosmopolitan cities: a vast international community spanning the 22@ tech ecosystem, relocated executives and households where both parents work. In this setting a trusted nanny is not a luxury but a cornerstone of family life, and demand for genuinely good profiles regularly outstrips supply.
The city's bilingual reality shapes the kind of nanny families look for: homes where Catalan and Spanish coexist and that also want to strengthen their children's English, French or German ahead of the international schools. On top of that, demand keeps growing for the Montessori method, homework support and newborn experience (specialist newborn care).
At Maids & Co we select nannies for Barcelona — also known as babysitters or childminders — live-in, live-out or by the hour, through in-depth interviews, reference checks and verification of their first-aid and Montessori training. You only pay once you hire, the service includes 2 trial days with the candidate before you confirm the hire, Social Security registration applies from the first hour, and every placement is backed by our 6-month guarantee.
What it costs
A nanny's salary in Barcelona depends on the hours, languages and training; in the Zona Alta and along the coast it usually sits above the legal minimum, which in 2026 is set by the SMI. Social Security is a separate cost borne by the employer and is not added to the salary.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| By the hour | 14 – 18 €/h |
| Live-out, full time | 1,500 – 2,200 €/month |
| Live-in | 1,600 – 2,800 €/month |
| Bilingual / Montessori | from 2,000 €/month |
| Legal reference (2026 SMI) | 1,424.50 €/month · 9.55 €/h |
| Social Security (paid by the employer) | Separate cost, not included in the salary |
Areas we cover
Most of the demand is concentrated in the Zona Alta — Sarrià, Sant Gervasi, Pedralbes, Tres Torres and Turó Park — where larger families with two working parents are common, alongside professionals in Les Corts and the Eixample who need afternoon cover and help with the school run.
Beyond the centre, we look after families in detached homes in Sant Cugat, Castelldefels and Sitges, who tend to want live-in or full-time nannies available for school runs, after-school activities and summer cover. We serve all of Barcelona and its metropolitan area, including the Maresme.
We cover the city of Barcelona and its whole area: Pedralbes, Tres Torres, Sarrià, Sant Gervasi, Turó Park, Les Corts and the Eixample, plus Sant Cugat, Castelldefels, Sitges and the Maresme.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a nanny cost in Barcelona?
- In Barcelona, an hourly nanny usually charges 14–18 €/h, a full-time live-out nanny 1,500–2,200 €/month and a live-in nanny 1,600–2,800 €/month, with bilingual and Montessori profiles at the upper end. Pay must always be at or above the 2026 SMI (1,424.50 €/month or 9.55 €/h); Social Security is a separate cost borne by the employer and is not added to the salary.
- Do you find bilingual nannies in Barcelona (English, French, Catalan)?
- Yes. With so many international schools and expat families in the city, bilingual nannies are our most requested profile. We select candidates who combine Catalan and Spanish with English, French or German, many with Montessori training and newborn experience.
- Does a nanny in Barcelona have to be registered with Social Security?
- Yes. Whether live-in, live-out or by the hour, a nanny must have a written contract and be registered with Social Security from the very first hour, under the Special System for Domestic Employees. We guide you through the contract and registration so everything is in order.
- How do payment and the guarantee work?
- You only pay once you hire, and the service includes 2 trial days with the candidate before you confirm the hire, so you can check she fits your family. Every placement is backed by our 6-month guarantee with a replacement if the nanny does not stay on. The salary is agreed separately from Social Security, which is a cost borne by the employer.
- Which areas of Barcelona do you cover for nannies?
- We cover the whole city and its area: Pedralbes, Tres Torres, Sarrià, Sant Gervasi, Turó Park, Les Corts and the Eixample, plus Sant Cugat, Castelldefels, Sitges and the Maresme. We present the first compatible profiles in under 3 hours.
Ready to start?
We send verified profiles in under 48 h. You only pay when you hire.