Babysitters in Colchester

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Kelly W.
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  • From £8 /hr
  • Colchester
Loving, caring, happy babysitter
| I started working with children at the age of 14 when I was still in school and got the opportunity to do work based learning. In the last 15 years I have gained a level 1, 2 and 3. I have worked in nurseries, done lots of babysitting jobs, been an Au-pair for 6 months and also was a party host at a bowling alley. I am very passionate about children and teaching them the best for the future. Children are amazing and very clever. Each child has different abilities and I love working with them to help them get better. I love teaching and learning with children in different ways depending on there age. With babies I love doing messy play using shaving foam, paint, water, rice, pasta etc. Older children need you to teach them what might be coming when they start school such as adding and taking away, counting and their alphabet.
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  • From £8 /hr
  • Colchester
Loving, caring, happy babysitter
| I started working with children at the age of 14 when I was still in school and got the opportunity to do work based learning. In the last 15 years I have gained a level 1, 2 and 3. I have worked in nurseries, done lots of babysitting jobs, been an Au-pair for 6 months and also was a party host at a bowling alley. I am very passionate about children and teaching them the best for the future. Children are amazing and very clever. Each child has different abilities and I love working with them to help them get better. I love teaching and learning with children in different ways depending on there age. With babies I love doing messy play using shaving foam, paint, water, rice, pasta etc. Older children need you to teach them what might be coming when they start school such as adding and taking away, counting and their alphabet.
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Kelly was amazing. My children both loved her. Very professional, yet friendly and happy, a genuinely nice person. Will definitely be asking for her again and recommending her to friends. Thanks Kelly x!"
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Doris A.
  • From £11 /hr
  • Colchester
BABYSITTER/NANNY
| Am Mrs Doris , am a mother of two kids, age 13 and 3years old. Motherhood has taught me how to be patient, kind, caring, passionate, flexible, prayerful, playful, cheerful , responsible and very hardworking. I have had the opportunity to work work as a babysitter/ nanny, i have a level 3 Diploma in childminding/Babysitter, also have a Care certificate diploma, presently working as a childminder here in the Uk. I have great listening and communicative skills, applying safety measures when handling kids. Please give me this opportunity to care for your children and i will assure you that you won’t regret it, because i will care for them like they were mine. Am currently running two programs on Paediatric first aid course and Early years Educator to add to my experience. Thank you.
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  • From £11 /hr
  • Colchester
BABYSITTER/NANNY
| Am Mrs Doris , am a mother of two kids, age 13 and 3years old. Motherhood has taught me how to be patient, kind, caring, passionate, flexible, prayerful, playful, cheerful , responsible and very hardworking. I have had the opportunity to work work as a babysitter/ nanny, i have a level 3 Diploma in childminding/Babysitter, also have a Care certificate diploma, presently working as a childminder here in the Uk. I have great listening and communicative skills, applying safety measures when handling kids. Please give me this opportunity to care for your children and i will assure you that you won’t regret it, because i will care for them like they were mine. Am currently running two programs on Paediatric first aid course and Early years Educator to add to my experience. Thank you.
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From £11 per hour \
Alison B.
  • From £12 /hr
  • Colchester
Alison nneb qualified nursery nurse 20 yrs nanny Kind responsibilities caring nature
| Twenty plus yrs sole charge nanny nursery babysitting sales barnados worker
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  • From £12 /hr
  • Colchester
Alison nneb qualified nursery nurse 20 yrs nanny Kind responsibilities caring nature
| Twenty plus yrs sole charge nanny nursery babysitting sales barnados worker
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From £12 per hour \
Ajoke O.
  • From £10 /hr
  • Colchester
Basic Childcare for children of all ages
| Caring for others is an act of selflessness and immense attention. This is why it is important that I state how caring, understanding easy to talk to and emphatic I am as a Child carer/babysitter. I pay attention to the needs of kids and can very easily develop a comfortable environment for kids. I have cared in the past for my little siblings and cousins as well as the kids of my neighbour in an unpaid position.
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Colchester
Basic Childcare for children of all ages
| Caring for others is an act of selflessness and immense attention. This is why it is important that I state how caring, understanding easy to talk to and emphatic I am as a Child carer/babysitter. I pay attention to the needs of kids and can very easily develop a comfortable environment for kids. I have cared in the past for my little siblings and cousins as well as the kids of my neighbour in an unpaid position.
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From £10 per hour \
Iman I.
  • From £10 /hr
  • Colchester
Babysitter, Au Pair - Comfortable with Toddler to Primary School Age - Richmond
| Hi, my name is Iman, I am a 22 year old graduate, currently working toward a second degree in interior design. I am fun, caring and patient and love working with children. I am very responsible and can adapt to any environment. I am a people person, which will make it that much easier for me to interact and give your children the proper care they would need when you are not around. I have experience babysitting a 3-year-old and a 6-year-old over the summer holidays. I also recently have experience babysitting a 7 year old (diabetic) and 10 year old for over a week (live in). I do not have a license, so i would not be able to drive. Also, I will only be available part time from June till the beginning of august 2019.
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Colchester
Babysitter, Au Pair - Comfortable with Toddler to Primary School Age - Richmond
| Hi, my name is Iman, I am a 22 year old graduate, currently working toward a second degree in interior design. I am fun, caring and patient and love working with children. I am very responsible and can adapt to any environment. I am a people person, which will make it that much easier for me to interact and give your children the proper care they would need when you are not around. I have experience babysitting a 3-year-old and a 6-year-old over the summer holidays. I also recently have experience babysitting a 7 year old (diabetic) and 10 year old for over a week (live in). I do not have a license, so i would not be able to drive. Also, I will only be available part time from June till the beginning of august 2019.
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The average hourly rate for babysitters in Colchester is between £10 and £13
Stephanie A.
  • From £10 /hr
  • Colchester
Nanny and babysitter with more than 4 years of experience
| I'm a primary teacher, currently a PhD student at the University of Essex, with a lot of babysitting experience and as a nanny. I speak English and Spanish.
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Colchester
Nanny and babysitter with more than 4 years of experience
| I'm a primary teacher, currently a PhD student at the University of Essex, with a lot of babysitting experience and as a nanny. I speak English and Spanish.
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Toni-Marie Y.
1 Verification
  • From £12 /hr
  • Colchester
1 Verification
Flexible childcarer available
| I have over 10 years experience working with families as a Nanny or babysitter. I have my own two children who are at school and nursery Monday-Friday so I am available for weekday, evening, weekend and flexible childcare on a regular or ad hoc basis.
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  • From £12 /hr
  • Colchester
Flexible childcarer available
| I have over 10 years experience working with families as a Nanny or babysitter. I have my own two children who are at school and nursery Monday-Friday so I am available for weekday, evening, weekend and flexible childcare on a regular or ad hoc basis.
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Toni used to look after my child after school time and during holidays. She is very interactive with my child creating games and things to do which also helped my little boy learn his numbers and spellings. Toni is Very reliable, punctual and friendly and goes out of her way to help out."
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Emma C.
  • From £8 /hr
  • Colchester
Babysitter/Nanny
| As an LSA I have experience with children 4-11 years, all having SEN. I have Level 2 Safeguarding, Level 3 First Aid + Paediatrics, and epilepsy training (buccolam and paraldehyde administration). Babysitter/nanny I love Marvel, video games, and Disney!
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  • From £8 /hr
  • Colchester
Babysitter/Nanny
| As an LSA I have experience with children 4-11 years, all having SEN. I have Level 2 Safeguarding, Level 3 First Aid + Paediatrics, and epilepsy training (buccolam and paraldehyde administration). Babysitter/nanny I love Marvel, video games, and Disney!
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Eimer R.
1 Verification
  • From £8 /hr
  • Colchester
1 Verification
Reliable & enthusiastic babysitter located in Colchester
| I am 22 years old and have spent the last 4 years working in a private nursery within the age group of 2-3 year olds but also have experience caring for babies from 4months up to 6 years through cover work in my previous job and private babysitting. I am currently attending the University of Essex and living on campus (Colchester Campus) to study for my degree in Childhood Studies. I am passionate about working with children and love supporting them through play, creativity & their imagination in order to discover the world around them. I find looking after children incredibly rewarding being able to watch them develop and grow.
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  • From £8 /hr
  • Colchester
Reliable & enthusiastic babysitter located in Colchester
| I am 22 years old and have spent the last 4 years working in a private nursery within the age group of 2-3 year olds but also have experience caring for babies from 4months up to 6 years through cover work in my previous job and private babysitting. I am currently attending the University of Essex and living on campus (Colchester Campus) to study for my degree in Childhood Studies. I am passionate about working with children and love supporting them through play, creativity & their imagination in order to discover the world around them. I find looking after children incredibly rewarding being able to watch them develop and grow.
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Madison C.
1 Verification
  • From £10 /hr
  • Braintree
1 Verification
I'm Madison, a full time teacher with a passion for working with children available from July 2021.
| I am currently a 25 year old, full time teacher in a small school in England. From July 2021 I will be available on a part-time basis. Please ask for availability. I have completed 2 years teaching Reception (4 and 5 year old) and am in my second year of teaching in Year 2 (6 and 7 year old). During my four years at University, I undertook placements in mainstream and Special Needs schools as well as a month at a school in Spain and a week at a school in Cyprus. Throughout University, I worked as an after school and school holidays nanny for two families. I am a unit helper at a Brownie unit, which includes running arts and crafts or sporting activities for a group of young girls. During the school holidays, I have worked as an early years practitioner/activity instructor for a holiday day camp working with children aged 4 to 12. Summer 2020, I worked as a nanny for a little girl, providing support with home learning, meals and fun days. I am looking for a job as a nanny/babysitter. I have a clear DBS from being a fully qualified teacher. I also hold a paediatric first aid certificate.
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Braintree
I'm Madison, a full time teacher with a passion for working with children available from July 2021.
| I am currently a 25 year old, full time teacher in a small school in England. From July 2021 I will be available on a part-time basis. Please ask for availability. I have completed 2 years teaching Reception (4 and 5 year old) and am in my second year of teaching in Year 2 (6 and 7 year old). During my four years at University, I undertook placements in mainstream and Special Needs schools as well as a month at a school in Spain and a week at a school in Cyprus. Throughout University, I worked as an after school and school holidays nanny for two families. I am a unit helper at a Brownie unit, which includes running arts and crafts or sporting activities for a group of young girls. During the school holidays, I have worked as an early years practitioner/activity instructor for a holiday day camp working with children aged 4 to 12. Summer 2020, I worked as a nanny for a little girl, providing support with home learning, meals and fun days. I am looking for a job as a nanny/babysitter. I have a clear DBS from being a fully qualified teacher. I also hold a paediatric first aid certificate.
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Sarah B.
1 Verification
  • From £10 /hr
  • Colchester
1 Verification
I am a warm friendly and professional person with a passion for childcare.
| Hi I am 38 and live near the Highwoods area Colchester. I am a mum of two lovely boys my oldest is 19 years old and my youngest 3 years old. I have 19 years of childcare experience ranging from new born to 19 years of age. I am currently a manager working in a Before and after school club for 3 years but previously worked for 4 years in a nursery and have obtained experience with age ranges of 3 months - 4 years within my time there. I have experience with positive behaviour techniques and planning activities. I have also had experience bringing up my own children and babysitting for others. My Qualifications: CACHE Level 3 Children & Young People's Workforce Diploma. Paediatric First Aid certificate. Safeguarding training Level 3 I am currently looking for part time work as a nanny in their own home in the CO4 area of Colchester.
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Colchester
I am a warm friendly and professional person with a passion for childcare.
| Hi I am 38 and live near the Highwoods area Colchester. I am a mum of two lovely boys my oldest is 19 years old and my youngest 3 years old. I have 19 years of childcare experience ranging from new born to 19 years of age. I am currently a manager working in a Before and after school club for 3 years but previously worked for 4 years in a nursery and have obtained experience with age ranges of 3 months - 4 years within my time there. I have experience with positive behaviour techniques and planning activities. I have also had experience bringing up my own children and babysitting for others. My Qualifications: CACHE Level 3 Children & Young People's Workforce Diploma. Paediatric First Aid certificate. Safeguarding training Level 3 I am currently looking for part time work as a nanny in their own home in the CO4 area of Colchester.
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Olivia R.
  • From £12 /hr
  • Colchester
Hi my name is Olivia and I am 18 years old!
| I have one years experience in babysitting, I babysit for family friends quite often and they trust me a lot! I love children and watching them grow up, I can help with household chores, putting your little ones to bed, picking up and dropping them off at school/nursery and I can also help with homework and other similar tasks! I’m very flexible so will be able to work whenever you need a helping hand!
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  • From £12 /hr
  • Colchester
Hi my name is Olivia and I am 18 years old!
| I have one years experience in babysitting, I babysit for family friends quite often and they trust me a lot! I love children and watching them grow up, I can help with household chores, putting your little ones to bed, picking up and dropping them off at school/nursery and I can also help with homework and other similar tasks! I’m very flexible so will be able to work whenever you need a helping hand!
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Jessica G.
1 Verification
  • From £9 /hr
  • Colchester
1 Verification
Nanny during half terms and a teacher the rest of the year
| My names Jessica and I am a teacher with a psychology degree. I’ve always loved working with children. Last summer I worked in America at a children’s camp as a tennis coach and bunk counsellor. I’ve worked since the age of 16 from waitressing, bar management, customer assistant and babysitting work. I've babysat for many families for children of all ages ranging from 6 weeks old - 18 years old. When looking after children in the past i have prepared meals for them throughout the day, planed activities, taken the children on outings such as the zoo, helped them to swim, trips to the park or play centres and done the school drop off and pick up. I’m kind, friendly and easy to get along with. I’m conscientious, good time keep, very responsible, reliable and trustworthy. I’ve got many extra educational awards such as duke of Edinburgh, drama awards and I’ve got grades in both practical and theory Piano playing. I enjoy creating a fun, safe and educational environment for all children. I have a full clean driving license with no claims and i own my own car, contact me for references and any other details
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  • From £9 /hr
  • Colchester
Nanny during half terms and a teacher the rest of the year
| My names Jessica and I am a teacher with a psychology degree. I’ve always loved working with children. Last summer I worked in America at a children’s camp as a tennis coach and bunk counsellor. I’ve worked since the age of 16 from waitressing, bar management, customer assistant and babysitting work. I've babysat for many families for children of all ages ranging from 6 weeks old - 18 years old. When looking after children in the past i have prepared meals for them throughout the day, planed activities, taken the children on outings such as the zoo, helped them to swim, trips to the park or play centres and done the school drop off and pick up. I’m kind, friendly and easy to get along with. I’m conscientious, good time keep, very responsible, reliable and trustworthy. I’ve got many extra educational awards such as duke of Edinburgh, drama awards and I’ve got grades in both practical and theory Piano playing. I enjoy creating a fun, safe and educational environment for all children. I have a full clean driving license with no claims and i own my own car, contact me for references and any other details
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Mia A.
1 Verification
  • From £8 /hr
  • Colchester
1 Verification
Young, enthusiastic, patient nanny, with flexible hours.
| Hi! My name is Mia and I am a 21 year old student at the University . Childcare is something I have experience in and frankly love doing. My mother is a nanny, so ever since I was little she has taken me to work with her, where I would,very often, help. So, I guess you could say I started early. :) I started babysitting at the age of 13 and since then have taken care of 5 children, not including my niece and nephew, whom I look after weekly. Like stated in the overview, I have no problem with cleaning up, putting the kids to bed, etc. With me you don't have to worry about your child. I love encouraging kids to explore their creativity through fun games, art projects, etc. I also have experience before and after school clubs. I worked with children aged 4-12 on a daily basis and I can honestly say that it was the best job I have ever had! I also have experience working with special needs children and obtain certificates in Food and Hand Hygiene, Fire Safety, Safeguarding and am First Aid trained. If there is anything else you would like to ask me, or if you would like my CV, DBS check, feel free to send me an e-mail. Excited to hear from you soon!
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  • From £8 /hr
  • Colchester
Young, enthusiastic, patient nanny, with flexible hours.
| Hi! My name is Mia and I am a 21 year old student at the University . Childcare is something I have experience in and frankly love doing. My mother is a nanny, so ever since I was little she has taken me to work with her, where I would,very often, help. So, I guess you could say I started early. :) I started babysitting at the age of 13 and since then have taken care of 5 children, not including my niece and nephew, whom I look after weekly. Like stated in the overview, I have no problem with cleaning up, putting the kids to bed, etc. With me you don't have to worry about your child. I love encouraging kids to explore their creativity through fun games, art projects, etc. I also have experience before and after school clubs. I worked with children aged 4-12 on a daily basis and I can honestly say that it was the best job I have ever had! I also have experience working with special needs children and obtain certificates in Food and Hand Hygiene, Fire Safety, Safeguarding and am First Aid trained. If there is anything else you would like to ask me, or if you would like my CV, DBS check, feel free to send me an e-mail. Excited to hear from you soon!
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Deanne H.
1 Verification
  • From £9 /hr
  • Tendring
1 Verification
Fun, enthusiastic, open minded, willing to help in any way possible
| Hello my name is Deanne, I'm 21, I currently live at home. I’ve previously worked in a nursery with children from 3 months old to 10 years old. I have had 9 years experience with young children. I have a recent first aid certificate and a level 3 diploma in childcare certificate. When I'm not at the nursery I do the odd babysitting job for parents and family. I have also just finished my second season with holidays, where I was a nanny in Greece for 6 months and then for 3 months during this time I worked with children aged 4 months - 17 years. I am now awaiting to start my primary education degree in September.
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  • From £9 /hr
  • Tendring
Fun, enthusiastic, open minded, willing to help in any way possible
| Hello my name is Deanne, I'm 21, I currently live at home. I’ve previously worked in a nursery with children from 3 months old to 10 years old. I have had 9 years experience with young children. I have a recent first aid certificate and a level 3 diploma in childcare certificate. When I'm not at the nursery I do the odd babysitting job for parents and family. I have also just finished my second season with holidays, where I was a nanny in Greece for 6 months and then for 3 months during this time I worked with children aged 4 months - 17 years. I am now awaiting to start my primary education degree in September.
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Emily H.
  • From £8 /hr
  • Colchester
18 year old babysitter based in Colchester
| Hi! I am an 18 year old babysitter based in Colchester. I am experienced in babysitting, having cared for several children between the ages of 5 and 13. I also regularly provide tutoring and homework help, and can cook and keep the house in order if this would be beneficial
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  • From £8 /hr
  • Colchester
18 year old babysitter based in Colchester
| Hi! I am an 18 year old babysitter based in Colchester. I am experienced in babysitting, having cared for several children between the ages of 5 and 13. I also regularly provide tutoring and homework help, and can cook and keep the house in order if this would be beneficial
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Johna W.
1 Verification
  • From £9 /hr
  • Colchester
1 Verification
Hi! I’m an exchange student from America who loves children and can not wait to work with you!
| I have been working with children in many capacities for years, through babysitting, working as a camp counselor, and serving as a mentor to young students. I have cared for children with special needs (blindness, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, etc.) and worked on personal care and grooming skills such as teeth brushing, tying shoes, and bathing independently. Also, I am CPR/first aid/AED certified.
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  • From £9 /hr
  • Colchester
Hi! I’m an exchange student from America who loves children and can not wait to work with you!
| I have been working with children in many capacities for years, through babysitting, working as a camp counselor, and serving as a mentor to young students. I have cared for children with special needs (blindness, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, etc.) and worked on personal care and grooming skills such as teeth brushing, tying shoes, and bathing independently. Also, I am CPR/first aid/AED certified.
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Tarek A.
1 Verification
  • From £8 /hr
  • Colchester
1 Verification
(Undercover Nanny Mcphee)
| Hello, My name is Tarek and I'm a First-Year Greek student at the University of Essex studying Economics and Politics. I'd love to work as a part-time Babysitter as I enjoy caring for babies and children. Although I don't have professional experience in babysitting, I have been babysitting my nieces and younger cousins for years and have learned about childcare through this experience.
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  • From £8 /hr
  • Colchester
(Undercover Nanny Mcphee)
| Hello, My name is Tarek and I'm a First-Year Greek student at the University of Essex studying Economics and Politics. I'd love to work as a part-time Babysitter as I enjoy caring for babies and children. Although I don't have professional experience in babysitting, I have been babysitting my nieces and younger cousins for years and have learned about childcare through this experience.
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Lucy E.
1 Verification
  • From £9 /hr
  • Colchester
1 Verification
I believe that having a babysitter should be fun for children!
| I am a confident, outgoing and fun person. I am very good with children; having volunteered in a children's nursery before, as well as having permanent babysitting shifts for over 3 years now. Not only have I done evening babysitting, but i have also stayed over night and done day trips with my children that I babysit for currently. I offer day and night sitting, as well as staying over for days if necessary. I am very good with pets, having my own dogs and cats, and also looking after other families pets whilst babysitting. I am more than happy to make the children dinner if needed, as well as bathing and putting them to bed. I currently look after 3 boys and 2 dogs for one family, and 2 boys and one dog for another. References are available from them if needed.
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  • From £9 /hr
  • Colchester
I believe that having a babysitter should be fun for children!
| I am a confident, outgoing and fun person. I am very good with children; having volunteered in a children's nursery before, as well as having permanent babysitting shifts for over 3 years now. Not only have I done evening babysitting, but i have also stayed over night and done day trips with my children that I babysit for currently. I offer day and night sitting, as well as staying over for days if necessary. I am very good with pets, having my own dogs and cats, and also looking after other families pets whilst babysitting. I am more than happy to make the children dinner if needed, as well as bathing and putting them to bed. I currently look after 3 boys and 2 dogs for one family, and 2 boys and one dog for another. References are available from them if needed.
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Ross M.
  • From £9 /hr
  • Colchester
Dependable and experienced babysitter for hire from CO4 area but can travel
| I have been babysitting for 2 years and am looking to help families out when they are in need of a responsible helping hand. I would describe myself as friendly and outgoing. I went to the Gilberd School and the Colchester Sixth Form. I achieved 10 GCSEs (grades 7-9) and A*A*A in my A levels as well as recently receiving ‘The Dean's Business School Excellence Scholarship’ from the University of Leeds so I am more than happy to help with homework, tutoring for children in preschool, primary school and secondary school years.
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  • From £9 /hr
  • Colchester
Dependable and experienced babysitter for hire from CO4 area but can travel
| I have been babysitting for 2 years and am looking to help families out when they are in need of a responsible helping hand. I would describe myself as friendly and outgoing. I went to the Gilberd School and the Colchester Sixth Form. I achieved 10 GCSEs (grades 7-9) and A*A*A in my A levels as well as recently receiving ‘The Dean's Business School Excellence Scholarship’ from the University of Leeds so I am more than happy to help with homework, tutoring for children in preschool, primary school and secondary school years.
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What is the 2024 average babysitting rate in Colchester?

The average rate for a local babysitter in Colchester is £11.66 per hour as of December 2024 according to Care.com's data. This rate can change depending on the specific needs of your family such as the number of children to be cared for or if you require any specialised care.

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