Babysitters in London

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Maria Ana F.
Maria Ana Featured
  • From £14 /hr
  • City of Westminster
1 1 Verification
Your child's wellbeing and safety are my priorities. I am patient, experienced and trustworthy.
| Hello, I'm Maria, an International Relations student and a passionate babysitter! My experience: I spent 10 months as an after-school nanny for a 6-year-old girl in 2022. Prepared dinner, supported her with homework, took her swimming, and tennis, and organised playdates with friends. Ensured a safe and enjoyable environment during the post-school hours. Since 2023 I have supported 5 London families (babysitting over 6 children). My activity focused on providing dinner, managing night routines and bedtime stories, and ensuring a peaceful night's sleep among many other things :-) Fun fact about me: I used to play cello for three years when I was younger. Outside of academics, I've been into horse riding since the age of 6, and competing for 3 years. Also, I speak Spanish and love reading. Additional non-paid experience: for 3 consecutive summers, I cared for my 2 cousins aged 4 and 10. Engaged them in age-appropriate activities, ensured adherence to routines and guidelines provided by parents, and maintained a vigilant watch over their well-being. Furthermore, for two years, I volunteered with a charity in Portugal, organising activities for young single mothers and their babies and toddlers.
Maria was friendly, kind, prompt, professional and accommodating all the things you need from a baby sitter. Maria also kept me updated with text to let me know all was peaceful back at home with my child asleep. I would not hesitate to recommend Maria."
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Reviewed by Carolina S.
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The average hourly rate for babysitters in London is between £11 and £14
Isabelle O.
Isabelle
  • From £10 /hr
  • Merton
1 Hired Once
Experienced Babysitter/Nanny in SW20
| Hi, my name is Izzy and I'm an enthusiastic and energetic babysitter. I've been babysitting and nannying for a few years and was also a Brownie leader. I love working with children and am about to begin my teacher training. I can provide references and I'm more than happy to meet with you and your child/children prior to any babysitting so you can check that I'm a good fit for your family. Hope to hear from you!
Izzy starting working with us when our daughter was 4 months old. We were just learning how to be parents much less knowing the ropes and she was loving and flexible with our daughter and incredibly organised and fun with her as well. We could count on her and she was so thoughtful and adventurous - ensuring that our daughter was happy and active. I went back to work and she made the transition very easy. She has kept in touch and even come back to visit. The only reason she stopped working with us is because she went back to school and we are pleased to hear she will now be using her skills to become a teacher. I am american and without family locally, I knew my daughter was in good hands- and with the regular pictures from my daughters day that Izzy would send, I also got to feel like I wasn't too far when I was back at work. Happy to provide recommendations or further details!"
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Reviewed by Caroline O.
Louise K.
Louise
  • From £15 /hr
  • Lambeth
4 Hired x 2
Babysitter experienced ready to look after children any age-London SE11 4HS
| To whom this May concern, My name is Louise, I am 24 years old, I live around Kennington. I am looking for a babysitting job whether it is full time or part time. I love to work with children and have had 6+ years experience in doing so either through babysitting or working in private nurseries. I am a fun, bubbly, confident, happy person who has a big personality and is very hard working especially when it comes to building a bond with the children and most importantly the parents. I love to show off my singing and acting skills with the children (I used to run a drama club for children aged 5-12 years), I believe this helps there Communication and Language, links in with their Expressive arts and Design development. I have an DBS which was done in 2016 and the end of last year past my Level 3 in childcare qualification, I am First AID trained and epi pen trained, my CV states all the other qualifications that I have as well. My hourly rate is between 12 to 15 pounds. I look forward from hearing back from you, if you have any questions I be happy to answer them. Your sincerely Louise.
I used Louise a couple of times as a holiday nanny and my 4 girls still talk about her. She was fun but firm and the house and children were always clean and tidy when I returned. She also has the most beautiful voice which entertained the girls for hours! I would definitely use her again."
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Reviewed by Jess H.
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What is the 2024 average babysitting rate in London?

The average rate for a local babysitter in London is £12.61 per hour as of April 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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