Childcare in Maidstone

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Samantha W.
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Maidstone
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Paediatric nurse looking for extra work
| I am a qualified paediatric nurse with experience in all age ranges. I have been in the child care profession for 10+ years. Experienced in caring for children who have special educational needs, life limiting conditions, NGT PEG fed, and much more. Any questions please do not hesitate to ask. ENHANCED DBS/CRB cleared
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Maidstone
Paediatric nurse looking for extra work
| I am a qualified paediatric nurse with experience in all age ranges. I have been in the child care profession for 10+ years. Experienced in caring for children who have special educational needs, life limiting conditions, NGT PEG fed, and much more. Any questions please do not hesitate to ask. ENHANCED DBS/CRB cleared
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From £10 per hour \
Shanice B.
1 Verification
  • From £12 /hr
  • Maidstone
1 Verification
Motivational coach & mum of 3 who wants to help fellow muns who need a break!!
| Hi I am Shanice I am a mum of three boys I raise them single handedly I also have hospitality and catering CRB amd have worked in the filled of mental wellbeing I am a motivational content creator as well as a bodyshop consultant so i work from home and would just love to help a mum who needs a break from time to time I have over 10 years of experience of parenting and childcare my eldest son is Autistic. I am a self taught carer , And have furthered my studies to understand learning difficulties. And how I'm able to offer support to those with them and those who have children dealing with additional needs.
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  • From £12 /hr
  • Maidstone
Motivational coach & mum of 3 who wants to help fellow muns who need a break!!
| Hi I am Shanice I am a mum of three boys I raise them single handedly I also have hospitality and catering CRB amd have worked in the filled of mental wellbeing I am a motivational content creator as well as a bodyshop consultant so i work from home and would just love to help a mum who needs a break from time to time I have over 10 years of experience of parenting and childcare my eldest son is Autistic. I am a self taught carer , And have furthered my studies to understand learning difficulties. And how I'm able to offer support to those with them and those who have children dealing with additional needs.
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From £12 per hour \
Yasmin O.
  • From £10 /hr
  • Maidstone
An enthusiastic warm friendly babysitter wanting to help families
| hello my name is Yasmin, I currently work in a primary school 2:30-6pm Monday to Friday . I am also completing my level 2 qualification in childcare and am first aid trained. I also have a full uk driving licence. I would like to offer my services for babysitting to families and their children ages 3+ upwards . Weekdays 6pm upwards and weekends can be upon discussion. Please feel free to message me any questions or if you have any dates in mind, I’ll get back to you as soon as possible . Look forward to hearing from you :)
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Maidstone
An enthusiastic warm friendly babysitter wanting to help families
| hello my name is Yasmin, I currently work in a primary school 2:30-6pm Monday to Friday . I am also completing my level 2 qualification in childcare and am first aid trained. I also have a full uk driving licence. I would like to offer my services for babysitting to families and their children ages 3+ upwards . Weekdays 6pm upwards and weekends can be upon discussion. Please feel free to message me any questions or if you have any dates in mind, I’ll get back to you as soon as possible . Look forward to hearing from you :)
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Charlotte H.
  • From £10 /hr
  • Tonbridge and Malling
Enthusiastic, passionate, loving childcare worker
| Childcare is all I have ever known and something I truly enjoy, I find it extremely rewarding. I have worked in Nursery settings as room leads and senior staff and I have also done nannying, I have a Level 2 in working with children and young people. I strive in making sure all children in my care are kept happy and safe, enjoying there time with me, while progressing and learning throughout day to day activities and play. I enjoy spending time in the outdoors, it’s important for children to learn and explore out in nature, I also love getting children involved in arts and crafts and creating fun stimulating activities for children to learn to the best of there abilities.
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Tonbridge and Malling
Enthusiastic, passionate, loving childcare worker
| Childcare is all I have ever known and something I truly enjoy, I find it extremely rewarding. I have worked in Nursery settings as room leads and senior staff and I have also done nannying, I have a Level 2 in working with children and young people. I strive in making sure all children in my care are kept happy and safe, enjoying there time with me, while progressing and learning throughout day to day activities and play. I enjoy spending time in the outdoors, it’s important for children to learn and explore out in nature, I also love getting children involved in arts and crafts and creating fun stimulating activities for children to learn to the best of there abilities.
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Elizabeth J.
1 Verification
  • From £10 /hr
  • Maidstone
1 Verification
Friendly, reliable and trustworthy
| I have a wealth of childcare experience for infants and children of all ages, alongside a strong academic background. In my earlier years, I regularly babysat for 5 boys between the ages of 4 and 13 years old which was a very active but enjoyable role. Then, in 2019, I graduated from Exeter University with a degree in law and have since been studying my LPC alongside acting as a live-in nanny for an 18 month year old girl in Richmond. I thoroughly enjoyed this role, as I love interacting with young children and it honed my abilities to care for them. This temporary role was has since concluded, and I am now available for immediate start in a new position.
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Maidstone
Friendly, reliable and trustworthy
| I have a wealth of childcare experience for infants and children of all ages, alongside a strong academic background. In my earlier years, I regularly babysat for 5 boys between the ages of 4 and 13 years old which was a very active but enjoyable role. Then, in 2019, I graduated from Exeter University with a degree in law and have since been studying my LPC alongside acting as a live-in nanny for an 18 month year old girl in Richmond. I thoroughly enjoyed this role, as I love interacting with young children and it honed my abilities to care for them. This temporary role was has since concluded, and I am now available for immediate start in a new position.
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From £10 per hour \
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The average hourly rate for child carers in Maidstone is between £11 and £14
Muge B.
  • From £8 /hr
  • Maidstone
I have two kids,six yo boy,five yo girl.I really love spending time with children.
| I’ve spent two years in the UK between ####-#### to learn English and expand my knowledge of diverse cultures. During this time I worked as an au-pair with two families. Looked after two children (1-year- old boy and a two years old girl) in Farnham and then moved to Teddington to support a family with three children (Two years old boy, and 4 and 6 years old girls). With both families, I worked 32 hours per week and helped them primarily for childcare and also basic housekeeping. I have also worked with other families part-time on babysitting, cleaning and ironing approximately 12 hours per week. I also worked at private nursery called Pembe Mavi in Turkey between ####-####.## duties are, - Assisting class teachers in the classroom - Monitoring children to ensure they remain safe during activities - Listening to children, offering comfort when needed, and resolving minor spats and squabbles - Preparation, serving, and cleanup of snacks or meals. I have moved back to the UK with my family in 2018 and I have a working visa.
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  • From £8 /hr
  • Maidstone
I have two kids,six yo boy,five yo girl.I really love spending time with children.
| I’ve spent two years in the UK between ####-#### to learn English and expand my knowledge of diverse cultures. During this time I worked as an au-pair with two families. Looked after two children (1-year- old boy and a two years old girl) in Farnham and then moved to Teddington to support a family with three children (Two years old boy, and 4 and 6 years old girls). With both families, I worked 32 hours per week and helped them primarily for childcare and also basic housekeeping. I have also worked with other families part-time on babysitting, cleaning and ironing approximately 12 hours per week. I also worked at private nursery called Pembe Mavi in Turkey between ####-####.## duties are, - Assisting class teachers in the classroom - Monitoring children to ensure they remain safe during activities - Listening to children, offering comfort when needed, and resolving minor spats and squabbles - Preparation, serving, and cleanup of snacks or meals. I have moved back to the UK with my family in 2018 and I have a working visa.
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From £8 per hour \
Lucy W.
  • From £8 /hr
  • Maidstone
I am a friendly, outgoing, confident individual. I enjoy helping children learn new skills.
| I am 18 years old currently studying my level 2 childcare. I am working as an apprentice at a childminders in Parkwood Maidstone. I have had previous experience in a primary school too.
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  • From £8 /hr
  • Maidstone
I am a friendly, outgoing, confident individual. I enjoy helping children learn new skills.
| I am 18 years old currently studying my level 2 childcare. I am working as an apprentice at a childminders in Parkwood Maidstone. I have had previous experience in a primary school too.
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From £8 per hour \
Laura F.
  • From £8 /hr
  • Maidstone
Fun loving babysitter with experience and enhanced DBS
| I have current enhanced DBS check and a chaperone license, meaning I am authorised by KCC to care for children (0-school leaving age), in particular in a theatre environment. I also cared for a young boy during his first year at school for 1 evening per week, with some other days added on. I am passionate about children, and hope to expand my career to working with children in larger groups in the future. I enjoy their energy, and reciprocate their fun nature with them. I am 22 years old, and have worked with children in my job since I was 16 years old. I feel I can understand their needs well, and assist you with some support, in whatever you need!
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  • From £8 /hr
  • Maidstone
Fun loving babysitter with experience and enhanced DBS
| I have current enhanced DBS check and a chaperone license, meaning I am authorised by KCC to care for children (0-school leaving age), in particular in a theatre environment. I also cared for a young boy during his first year at school for 1 evening per week, with some other days added on. I am passionate about children, and hope to expand my career to working with children in larger groups in the future. I enjoy their energy, and reciprocate their fun nature with them. I am 22 years old, and have worked with children in my job since I was 16 years old. I feel I can understand their needs well, and assist you with some support, in whatever you need!
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From £8 per hour \
Sara R.
1 Verification
  • From £10 /hr
  • Maidstone
1 Verification
Experienced Nanny looking to provide the best childcare and support network to local families
| Hello, my name is Sara. I am 30 years old. I am a trained teaching assistant and nursery nurse. I’ve been working in the childcare industry for 10 years now. I am looking to help another family with their childcare needs as my son starts school in September and this will allow me more time to help another family. I live in Maidstone area and am happy to cover all surrounding areas, I do drive, and I am also first aid trained and have a dbs check. I am an honest, reliable individual who has always enjoyed working with children. Being a mother now myself I understand how important it is to find somebody who can put your mind at ease that your child is in the best care possible. Which I feel I always provide the best care possible for any child, also a supportive network to the parent(s).
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Maidstone
Experienced Nanny looking to provide the best childcare and support network to local families
| Hello, my name is Sara. I am 30 years old. I am a trained teaching assistant and nursery nurse. I’ve been working in the childcare industry for 10 years now. I am looking to help another family with their childcare needs as my son starts school in September and this will allow me more time to help another family. I live in Maidstone area and am happy to cover all surrounding areas, I do drive, and I am also first aid trained and have a dbs check. I am an honest, reliable individual who has always enjoyed working with children. Being a mother now myself I understand how important it is to find somebody who can put your mind at ease that your child is in the best care possible. Which I feel I always provide the best care possible for any child, also a supportive network to the parent(s).
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From £10 per hour \
Caitlin M.
  • From £10 /hr
  • Maidstone
Enthusiastic, fun,
| I have 3 years childcare experience in nursery’s but I am looking to change career and become a nanny.
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Maidstone
Enthusiastic, fun,
| I have 3 years childcare experience in nursery’s but I am looking to change career and become a nanny.
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From £10 per hour \
Lilyan M.
  • From £12 /hr
  • Maidstone
Full cover for October half term
| Recently worked in childcare and children’s entertainment. Just graduated from university
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  • From £12 /hr
  • Maidstone
Full cover for October half term
| Recently worked in childcare and children’s entertainment. Just graduated from university
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From £12 per hour \
Isabel C.
  • From £10 /hr
  • Maidstone
Level 3 childcare practitioner with a passion for caring for young children.
| I am a level three childcare practitioner, with over 3 years experience in the childcare industry. I have worked with ages 0-2,2-4 snd 4-7. I hold a valid DBS, I am safeguarding trained and Have a qualified in children paediatric first aid. I have In-depth knowledge on children’s development and practice a high level of care for children. I am currently a key person at a local nursery, which will benefit the care of your child greatly. In my current job, there are 32 children in my room, with 11 key children of my own. It is my duty and responsibility to understand the needs of every single child there and provide the same level of care for each child. I love working with children and helping their young minds grow. I am a kind, caring, creative and enthusiastic young lady. In my spare time I like to spend time with my family, my animals and going for walks in the country.
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Maidstone
Level 3 childcare practitioner with a passion for caring for young children.
| I am a level three childcare practitioner, with over 3 years experience in the childcare industry. I have worked with ages 0-2,2-4 snd 4-7. I hold a valid DBS, I am safeguarding trained and Have a qualified in children paediatric first aid. I have In-depth knowledge on children’s development and practice a high level of care for children. I am currently a key person at a local nursery, which will benefit the care of your child greatly. In my current job, there are 32 children in my room, with 11 key children of my own. It is my duty and responsibility to understand the needs of every single child there and provide the same level of care for each child. I love working with children and helping their young minds grow. I am a kind, caring, creative and enthusiastic young lady. In my spare time I like to spend time with my family, my animals and going for walks in the country.
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From £10 per hour \
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How much does it cost in 2024 to hire a childcare provider in Maidstone?

Hiring someone on Care.com to provide childcare services will cost an average of £12.30 per hour as of November 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 3,365 childcare providers Maidstone. You can search for childcarers by their distance from Maidstone 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 Maidstone 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 Maidstone, 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 Maidstone and if they are certified in first aid.
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