Whilst some families will provide a car for their employee(s) to use, many will use their own car for school runs and trips out.

It is important that if using their own car, the employee has business insurance and that they are compensated with a pence per mile rate to cover petrol and wear and tear.

It is the family and employee's joint responsibility to ensure that the car is road worthy and that correct child seats are fitted. You may wish to see their driving licence, MOT and insurance details.