Childcare in Darwen

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Lauren M.
  • From £10 /hr
  • Blackburn with Darwen
I love taking on the caring role and love completing activities.
| Hi, I have my level 2 childcare and a level 3 equivalent in childcare, i have also completed a foundation degree in teaching and learning support. I have had experience with children all age from newborn to 12 years I have done college and university placements, specifically childcare settings and have worked with children with a range of different abilities. The children I have cared for have been aged 3 months up to 7 years. I have done plenty of babysitting for my siblings and cousins. I can help with homework, I can provide educational play activities for children of all ages Nursery - Responsible for planning and organizing activities for children aged 0 to 2 years, working alongside childcare professionals using the Early Years Foundation. Primary school- working alongside year one staff helping planning and carrying out activities following the National Curriculum. I love outings to further their knowledge of the world and more so to have fun.
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Blackburn with Darwen
I love taking on the caring role and love completing activities.
| Hi, I have my level 2 childcare and a level 3 equivalent in childcare, i have also completed a foundation degree in teaching and learning support. I have had experience with children all age from newborn to 12 years I have done college and university placements, specifically childcare settings and have worked with children with a range of different abilities. The children I have cared for have been aged 3 months up to 7 years. I have done plenty of babysitting for my siblings and cousins. I can help with homework, I can provide educational play activities for children of all ages Nursery - Responsible for planning and organizing activities for children aged 0 to 2 years, working alongside childcare professionals using the Early Years Foundation. Primary school- working alongside year one staff helping planning and carrying out activities following the National Curriculum. I love outings to further their knowledge of the world and more so to have fun.
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From £10 per hour \
Tamzin C.
  • From £11 /hr
  • Blackburn with Darwen
I see myself as fun and a loving person. I’m passionate about the things I do.
| Hi my name is Tamzin and I currently work in a nursery. I love my job I’m based in the baby room with children from the age of 6 weeks, my job is so rewarding getting to watch them turn into little humans. I am a qualified level 2 childcare practitioner and I’m looking to go to university to progress more.
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  • From £11 /hr
  • Blackburn with Darwen
I see myself as fun and a loving person. I’m passionate about the things I do.
| Hi my name is Tamzin and I currently work in a nursery. I love my job I’m based in the baby room with children from the age of 6 weeks, my job is so rewarding getting to watch them turn into little humans. I am a qualified level 2 childcare practitioner and I’m looking to go to university to progress more.
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From £11 per hour \
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FAQs for finding childcare in Darwen

How much does it cost in 2024 to hire a childcare provider in Darwen?

Hiring someone on Care.com to provide childcare services will cost an average of £12.13 per hour as of December 2024. This rate may vary depending on the experience each childcare provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time childcare.

How can I find childcare help near me?

Care.com currently has 6,500 childcare providers Darwen. You can search for childcarers by their distance from Darwen and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialise in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Darwen that have worked with the childcarers you're interested in.

What interview questions should I ask a childcare provider?

You want to find a childcare provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Darwen, you should ask questions about the fun things each childcare provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past childcare experience, references from other families in Darwen and if they are certified in first aid.
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