Childcare Jobs in Edinburgh

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Looking for a Babysitter/Nanny for our child

by Gabriele • Colinton/Fairmilehead
We live in Edinburgh EH10 and need help looking after our child. We are looking for a reliable, energetic and responsible nanny or babysitter. Please send me a message to discuss this job further.
£341 - £43930 Hr. / Week

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
Did you know...
The average hourly rate for child carers in Edinburgh is between £11 and £15

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

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 - £105Once, 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.

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Our Child in Edinburgh

by Rachel • City Centre
I am looking for a caring babysitter to help us with our child. If you think you'd be a good match, please apply.
£57 - £73Once, 5 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.

Looking for a Nanny for Our Child
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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
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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

Experienced Nanny Wanted for Our Child
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by Justyna • Portobello/Craigmillar
Hello, I'm Justyna 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. I'm very excited to find the right match. Please send us a message if you are interested.
£91 - £1178 Hr. / Week

Reliable Childminder Needed for Our Child In Edinburgh from March 2026.
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by Sara • Leith Walk
We are looking for a childminder to help us with our child while we work when I come back from maternity leave in March 2026. Experience and references are a plus. Looking forward to hearing from you.
£91 - £1178 Hr. / Day

Nanny Needed for 3 Children in Edinburgh EH17

by Haris • Liberton/Gilmerton
We are looking for a nanny who would like to help us out with 3 children. Experience and references are a plus. Please respond if interested. We can't wait to hear from you!
£101 - £1298 Hr. / Week

Childminder Needed for Our Child in Edinburgh

by Cyndie • Liberton/Gilmerton
I am looking for a registered childminder to help us with our child on Monday and Tuesday after school from August. I'm looking for a childminder who can pick up my son from St John Vianney Primary School in Gilmerton. Thank you for considering this opportunity. We hope to hear from you soon.
£68 - £886 Hr. / Week

Nanny Needed for Our Child in Edinburgh EH3

by Allan • City Centre
Hello, we are searching for a responsible, reliable and energetic nanny with a few years experience who can help us with our child. Please apply if you think you'd be a good match for our family.
£68 - £886 Hr. / Week

Attention: looking for a nanny for our child

by Meghan • Meadows/Morningside
Hello, we are searching for a responsible, reliable and energetic nanny with a few years experience who can help us with our child. Thank you for considering this opportunity. We hope to hear from you soon.
£11 - £15 / Hour

Urgent: Childminder Needed for 2 Children in Edinburgh

by Jackie • Sighthill/Gorgie
We are looking for a night Nanny for 2 children. 10 & 14. Experience and references are a plus. Please apply if you think you'd be a good match for our family.
£46 - £59 Every 2 weeks
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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 January 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 76 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 76 job opportunities in Edinburgh posted by families who need help at home.
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