Childcare in Colchester

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Toni-Marie Y.
Toni-Marie
  • From £12 /hr
  • Colchester
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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.
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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The average hourly rate for child carers in Colchester is between £10 and £13
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FAQs for finding childcare in Colchester

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

Hiring someone on Care.com to provide childcare services will cost an average of £11.34 per hour as of March 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 2,099 childcare providers Colchester. You can search for childcarers by their distance from Colchester 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 Colchester 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 Colchester, 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 Colchester and if they are certified in first aid.
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Childcare in Colchester

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