Childcare Jobs in Edinburgh

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Experienced Babysitter Wanted for Our Child

by Jack • Colinton/Fairmilehead
I am looking for a caring babysitter to help us with our child. Thank you for considering this opportunity. We hope to hear from you soon.
£23 - £292 Hr. / Month

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Our Child in Edinburgh

by Giulia • Leith Walk
We are looking for a babysitter on Saturday night 1st of February to support my husband while I return to work. We were thinking from 7pm to 11pm. All we need is an extra pair of hands with my 2 months old in case Jonny needs it. Let us know if you would be available.
£46 - £59Once, 4 Hr.

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Our Child in Edinburgh

by Tumi • Portobello/Craigmillar
Need a babysitter to look after our child. Ideally you would have a few years of experience, references and live near Edinburgh EH15. If you think you'd be a good match, please apply.
£68 - £886 Hr. / Week

Looking for a Qualified Babysitter for Our Child in Edinburgh

by Anastasia • Edinburgh
Hi, I live in Edinburgh EH12 and need someone to take care of our child. Ideally, you'd be an experienced and responsible babysitter. Please respond if interested. We can't wait to hear from you!
£80 - £1027 Hr. / Week

Reliable German-speaking Babysitter Needed for Our Child in Edinburgh.

by Lioba • Leith Walk
Need a German native speaking babysitter to look after our child on Fridays for a few hours 4-5, plus the occasional evening. Ideally you would have a few years of experience, references and live near Edinburgh EH7. Please apply if you think you'd be a good match for our family.
£68 - £886 Hr. / Week
Did you know...
The average hourly rate for child carers in Edinburgh is between £11 and £15

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Our Children in Edinburgh

by Stephen • Colinton/Fairmilehead
We are looking for a nurturing and responsible babysitter to look after our children. We would like someone with a few years experience and references and who lives near Edinburgh. Please apply if you think you'd be a good match for our family.
£82 - £106Once, 6 Hr.

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Our Child in Edinburgh

by Elise • Liberton/Gilmerton
Hi, I live in Edinburgh EH16 and need someone to take care of our child. Ideally, you'd be an experienced and responsible babysitter. Thank you for considering this opportunity. We hope to hear from you soon.
£34 - £443 Hr. / Day

Babysitter Needed for Our Child in Edinburgh EH5

by Huishen • Forth
We need an experienced babysitter to take care of our child. We would like someone who is experienced, reliable and lives near Edinburgh EH5. Please apply if you think you'd be a good match for our family!
£46 - £59Once, 4 Hr.

Need a Babysitter for 2 young Children in Edinburgh

by Stefania • Liberton/Gilmerton
We are looking for a nurturing and responsible babysitter to look after 2 children. We would like someone with a few years experience and references and who lives near Edinburgh.
£69 - £89Once, 6 Hr.

Attention: Nanny Needed for 3 Children

by Nick • Southside/Newington
Our family is in urgent need of a nanny for 3 children. We need someone near Edinburgh EH9 who is experienced, reliable and trustworthy. If you think you'd be a good match, please apply.
£152 - £19512 Hr. / Week

Looking for a Childminder for Our Children

by Nurul • Liberton/Gilmerton
We need an experienced childminder to take care of our children. We would like someone who is experienced, reliable and lives near Edinburgh EH16. Please apply if you think you'd be a good match for our family.
£27 - £352 Hr. / Week

Nanny Needed for 2 Children in Edinburgh

by Yvonne • Forth
Our family is in need of a nanny for 2 children. One child is pretty self sufficient but is autistic and it can't be guaranteed he can always do things for himself. We need someone near Edinburgh EH5 who is experienced, reliable and trustworthy. If you think you'd be a good match, please apply. It would be helpful if you have experience with autism/adhd. We require 4 hours a week but it can be broken up and allocated over two or several days. We can be flexible on what days are provided too. please understand that I will be around and require this help due to my disabilities.
£46 - £604 Hr. / Week

Looking for a Qualified Childminder for Our Child

by Megan • Sighthill/Gorgie
We live in Edinburgh EH14 and need help looking after our child. We are looking for a reliable and registered childminder to help us out. Looking forward to hearing from you.
£91 - £1178 Hr. / Day

Looking for a nanny for our child

by Kristian • Liberton/Gilmerton
Our family is in need of a nanny for our child. We need someone near Edinburgh EH16 who is experienced, reliable and trustworthy. We would like for our child to spend the bulk of the time outdoors.
£159 - £20514 Hr. / Week

Need a Registered Childminder for Our Child

by Joe • Portobello/Craigmillar
Need a childminder to look after our child. Ideally you would have a few years of experience, references and live near Edinburgh EH15. Thank you for considering this opportunity. We hope to hear from you soon.
£455 - £58540 Hr. / Week

Attention: Childminder Needed for 2 Children

by Gwen • Corstorphine/Murrayfield
Need a childminder to look after 2 children. Ideally you would have a few years of experience, references and live near Edinburgh EH12. Please respond if interested. We can't wait to hear from you!
£104 - £1349 Hr. / Day

Childminder Needed for Our Child in Edinburgh EH5

by Shera • Forth
We are looking for a childminder to help us with our child. Experience and references are a plus. Send me a message to receive further details.
£68 - £886 Hr. / Week

Reliable Nanny Needed for Our Child in Edinburgh

by Beata • Craigentinny/Duddingston
Our family is in urgent need of a nanny for our child. We need someone near Edinburgh EH7 who is experienced, reliable and trustworthy. I'm very excited to find the right match. Please send us a message if you are interested.
£57 - £735 Hr. / Week

Looking for a Nanny for Our Child

by Stacey • Leith Walk
Hello, I'm Stacey and I'm looking for a responsible nanny for our child. It would be great if you have a few years of experience and references. If you think you'd be a good match, please apply.
£68 - £886 Hr. / Week

Attention: Childminder Needed for Our Child

by Gabrielle • Craigentinny/Duddingston
Need a childminder to look after our 1 year old child. Ideally you would have a few years of experience, references and live near Edinburgh EH8. Looking forward to hearing from you.
£114 - £14610 Hr. / Week
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FAQ for childcare jobs in Edinburgh

In 2025, how much do childcare jobs pay in Edinburgh?

The average pay rate for childcare jobs in Edinburgh on Care.com is £13.00 per hour as of March 2025. This rate will vary depending on your previous childcare experience, as well as the number of kids you'll care for, the childcare certifications you have and the total amount of hours required of you per day/week.

How can I find childcare jobs near me in Edinburgh?

Care.com has 70 childcare positions in Edinburgh. You can search for local families looking to hire a childcarer by distance from Edinburgh and compare your options by filtering by hourly pay rate, the ages and number of kids you will be caring for and the number of hours you hope to work for the family each week.

Can I find a childcare job during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Many families and caregivers continue to rely on Care.com as a place to connect and help each other especially during these critical times when parents struggle between work and childcare. Many parents working from home will want to have a reliable and responsible person who can care for their children while they work. If you're looking for a childcare job, there are currently 70 job opportunities in Edinburgh posted by families who need help at home.
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