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Sophie C.
Sophie | Colchester Premium
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  • From £11 /hr
  • Colchester
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Nanny & Babysitter in Colchester
| I am Level 3 qualified in Childcare. In the 2 years I was studying, I had placements in nurseries and schools with children aged between 3 months - 8 years old. I have been a nanny for several families ranging from 3 weeks old - 10 years old since I qualified in 2014. Some full time and some part time. I plan activities, prepare meals, attend different playgroups, go on outings (zoo, park, play centres), change nappies and childcare related cleaning. I am very reliable, trustworthy and create a fun, loving and safe environment for all children. I am also a wife and mother to a nearly 3 year old. For the last year I have been a support worker for clients with mental health illnesses and learning disabilities alongside nannying. I have a clean DBS, a full clean driving license, I am paediatric first aid trained, Epi pen trained and I was previously ofsted registered for a family.
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  • From £11 /hr
  • Colchester
Nanny & Babysitter in Colchester
| I am Level 3 qualified in Childcare. In the 2 years I was studying, I had placements in nurseries and schools with children aged between 3 months - 8 years old. I have been a nanny for several families ranging from 3 weeks old - 10 years old since I qualified in 2014. Some full time and some part time. I plan activities, prepare meals, attend different playgroups, go on outings (zoo, park, play centres), change nappies and childcare related cleaning. I am very reliable, trustworthy and create a fun, loving and safe environment for all children. I am also a wife and mother to a nearly 3 year old. For the last year I have been a support worker for clients with mental health illnesses and learning disabilities alongside nannying. I have a clean DBS, a full clean driving license, I am paediatric first aid trained, Epi pen trained and I was previously ofsted registered for a family.
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From £11 per hour
Debbie R.
Debbie | Colchester
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1 Verification
  • From £8 /hr
  • Colchester
1 Verification
Live-Out Babysitter, Nanny - willing to do Errands, Light Housekeeping, Laundry - Colchester CO2
| Hi I'm 45married mature mum happy go lucky sort of person non smoker I enjoy walking going park the beach. The zoo. Being creative cooking. Singing. I'm a loyal understanding person. Reliable and trustworthy i have a dbs certificate and paediatric first aid certificate safe gaurding and childcare certificates and references I don't charge 8 a hour but the profile wudnt let me change it.
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  • From £8 /hr
  • Colchester
Live-Out Babysitter, Nanny - willing to do Errands, Light Housekeeping, Laundry - Colchester CO2
| Hi I'm 45married mature mum happy go lucky sort of person non smoker I enjoy walking going park the beach. The zoo. Being creative cooking. Singing. I'm a loyal understanding person. Reliable and trustworthy i have a dbs certificate and paediatric first aid certificate safe gaurding and childcare certificates and references I don't charge 8 a hour but the profile wudnt let me change it.
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From £8 per hour
Betty L.
Betty | Colchester
1 Verification
  • From £12 /hr
  • Colchester
1 Verification
I'm a Social Worker by profession
| Hey, I'm looking for a Child Care jobs available. I have done the caring for quite a while, babysitting, bathing, homework helps and so on. Any leads will highly be appreciated. Thank you!
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  • From £12 /hr
  • Colchester
I'm a Social Worker by profession
| Hey, I'm looking for a Child Care jobs available. I have done the caring for quite a while, babysitting, bathing, homework helps and so on. Any leads will highly be appreciated. Thank you!
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From £12 per hour
Rita M.
Rita | Colchester
  • From £10 /hr
  • Colchester
Your Best Child Care Solution.
| I’m a well experienced child care giver, looked after several children from age 0-12. Including Family and Friends, Also gathered experience from being a mother to a baby boy. I’m really tidy, love kids and passionate about working with them.
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Colchester
Your Best Child Care Solution.
| I’m a well experienced child care giver, looked after several children from age 0-12. Including Family and Friends, Also gathered experience from being a mother to a baby boy. I’m really tidy, love kids and passionate about working with them.
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From £10 per hour
STELLA U.
STELLA | Colchester Premium
1 Verification
  • From £12 /hr
  • Colchester
1 Verification
My Name is Stella and I have 9 years experience in childcare
| Caring for children is not just a job for me, it's my passion. My experience and references will help show you that I would be the perfect childcare for children . I have been working has childcare since over 9 year’s experience. I can supporting the children with activities like colouring or painting, planning day to day activities and taking the children out to the community.
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  • From £12 /hr
  • Colchester
My Name is Stella and I have 9 years experience in childcare
| Caring for children is not just a job for me, it's my passion. My experience and references will help show you that I would be the perfect childcare for children . I have been working has childcare since over 9 year’s experience. I can supporting the children with activities like colouring or painting, planning day to day activities and taking the children out to the community.
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From £12 per hour
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Cali L.
Cali | Colchester
1 Verification
  • From £10 /hr
  • Colchester
1 Verification
I am a creative, passionate and caring person, especially with kids. I enjoy making people happy
| I have had non-professional experience in childcare before, looking after 2 children, one girl and one boy, while they were between the ages of 6-9. The boy has ASD. I also have babysat my little sister multiple times when she was younger
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Colchester
I am a creative, passionate and caring person, especially with kids. I enjoy making people happy
| I have had non-professional experience in childcare before, looking after 2 children, one girl and one boy, while they were between the ages of 6-9. The boy has ASD. I also have babysat my little sister multiple times when she was younger
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From £10 per hour
Joanna P.
Joanna | Colchester
  • From £12 /hr
  • Colchester
Hi, I’m Joanna!
| I am caring, fun and love getting stuck in. I have three years of childcare experience and a Level 6 degree in Early childhood studies. I am passionate about children’s development and find it rewarding experiencing a child grow and reach their full potential. Connecting with a child one on one and creating a strong bond with a child, their siblings and parents on a personal level appeals to me and is where my love for childcare stems from!
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  • From £12 /hr
  • Colchester
Hi, I’m Joanna!
| I am caring, fun and love getting stuck in. I have three years of childcare experience and a Level 6 degree in Early childhood studies. I am passionate about children’s development and find it rewarding experiencing a child grow and reach their full potential. Connecting with a child one on one and creating a strong bond with a child, their siblings and parents on a personal level appeals to me and is where my love for childcare stems from!
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From £12 per hour
Toni-Marie Y.
Toni-Marie | Colchester
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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From £12 per hour
Emma D.
Emma | Colchester
1 Verification
  • From £10 /hr
  • Colchester
1 Verification
Hi my name is Emma, hoping to become a nanny for a lovely new family!
| Happy, reliable and fun loving Nanny with 10 years of childcare experience. I always work to a high standard to meet the children's individual needs. I understand that the early years of a child’s life is so important, and the main objective I follow is to make sure that children are always safe, comfortable and happy, whilst learning new skills that help them grow and learn. -CACHE Diploma Level 3 in Childcare -first aid trained -full driving license -DBS checked. -3 years nannying experience -5 years experience in an Ofsted Outstanding Nursery
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Colchester
Hi my name is Emma, hoping to become a nanny for a lovely new family!
| Happy, reliable and fun loving Nanny with 10 years of childcare experience. I always work to a high standard to meet the children's individual needs. I understand that the early years of a child’s life is so important, and the main objective I follow is to make sure that children are always safe, comfortable and happy, whilst learning new skills that help them grow and learn. -CACHE Diploma Level 3 in Childcare -first aid trained -full driving license -DBS checked. -3 years nannying experience -5 years experience in an Ofsted Outstanding Nursery
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From £10 per hour
Sophie E.
Sophie | Colchester
  • From £11 /hr
  • Colchester
I am Sophie, a level 3 qualified nanny with 5 years experience.
| In the 2 years I was studying I had placements in nurseries and schools with children aged between 3 months - 8 years old. I am currently looking after a 2 year old girl and 4 year old girl. I prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner for them, plan activities, attend playgroups, go on outings (zoo, park, play centres), change nappies and do some housework related to the children. I have looked after babies from the age of 8 weeks old. I've worked with many families with children ranging from 8 weeks old to 10 years old. I am very reliable, trustworthy and create a fun, loving and safe environment for all children. I have a lot of enjoyment working with children, watching them learn and grow and building bonds. It feels very rewarding! I have a Level 3 Diploma in Childcare. When I did my GCSE's I got a B/C grade in double Health and Social Care, C in Maths, A* in Business Studies, B in ICT and a C in English. I am paediatric first aid trained and have a card and certificate approved by Ofsted. I am Epi pen trained. I have a full clean driving license. I was previously Ofsted registered.
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  • From £11 /hr
  • Colchester
I am Sophie, a level 3 qualified nanny with 5 years experience.
| In the 2 years I was studying I had placements in nurseries and schools with children aged between 3 months - 8 years old. I am currently looking after a 2 year old girl and 4 year old girl. I prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner for them, plan activities, attend playgroups, go on outings (zoo, park, play centres), change nappies and do some housework related to the children. I have looked after babies from the age of 8 weeks old. I've worked with many families with children ranging from 8 weeks old to 10 years old. I am very reliable, trustworthy and create a fun, loving and safe environment for all children. I have a lot of enjoyment working with children, watching them learn and grow and building bonds. It feels very rewarding! I have a Level 3 Diploma in Childcare. When I did my GCSE's I got a B/C grade in double Health and Social Care, C in Maths, A* in Business Studies, B in ICT and a C in English. I am paediatric first aid trained and have a card and certificate approved by Ofsted. I am Epi pen trained. I have a full clean driving license. I was previously Ofsted registered.
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From £11 per hour
Shannon K.
Shannon | Colchester
  • From £13 /hr
  • Colchester
Energetic Teacher-to-be Looking Improve Children’s Educations At Home!
| I am a passionate and caring young person looking to grow my experience as I work towards my Education degree online. I have worked in primary schools and other childcare settings - such as the crèche at virgin active (where I have worked for 1.5 years). I have also babysat for a family whom had a 1.5 year old daughter. I would look after her for a couple of hours or whole days. We would go on adventures to the park and have lovely days out together.
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  • From £13 /hr
  • Colchester
Energetic Teacher-to-be Looking Improve Children’s Educations At Home!
| I am a passionate and caring young person looking to grow my experience as I work towards my Education degree online. I have worked in primary schools and other childcare settings - such as the crèche at virgin active (where I have worked for 1.5 years). I have also babysat for a family whom had a 1.5 year old daughter. I would look after her for a couple of hours or whole days. We would go on adventures to the park and have lovely days out together.
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From £13 per hour
Emma H.
Emma | Colchester
  • From £6 /hr
  • Colchester
Have worked in a primary school for 2 years, working with 4-5 year olds, and have also had 2 years experience looking after new born to 5 years. Have had a level 1 and 2 in childcare and have got a dbs check.
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  • From £6 /hr
  • Colchester
Have worked in a primary school for 2 years, working with 4-5 year olds, and have also had 2 years experience looking after new born to 5 years. Have had a level 1 and 2 in childcare and have got a dbs check.
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From £6 per hour
Katie S.
Katie | Colchester
1 Verification
  • From £10 /hr
  • Colchester
1 Verification
My name is Katie and I have 2 children myself age 11 and 12.
| I have worked within childcare for over 20 yrs, in nurseries and as a nanny. Love being outdoors running and we love camping in our tent.
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Colchester
My name is Katie and I have 2 children myself age 11 and 12.
| I have worked within childcare for over 20 yrs, in nurseries and as a nanny. Love being outdoors running and we love camping in our tent.
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From £10 per hour
Sarah B.
Sarah | Colchester
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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From £10 per hour
Mia A.
Mia | Colchester
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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From £8 per hour
Deanne H.
Deanne | Tendring
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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From £9 per hour
Andrea V.
Andrea | Colchester
  • From £5 /hr
  • Colchester
I want to work in nursery in future
| I was au pair in Colchester and Germany. I have 3 years experience with children. Including cooking, cleaning, personal care, dropping and picking up from school and activities. Im from Croatia, in September im starting collage ' child care
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  • From £5 /hr
  • Colchester
I want to work in nursery in future
| I was au pair in Colchester and Germany. I have 3 years experience with children. Including cooking, cleaning, personal care, dropping and picking up from school and activities. Im from Croatia, in September im starting collage ' child care
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From £5 per hour
Charlotte H.
Charlotte | Braintree
  • From £9 /hr
  • Braintree
Hi there, im Lottie and I’m currently seeking child care working in Coggeshall.
| I’ve just moved to Coggeshall from Saffron Walden and would like to offer my child care services to anyone that needs that extra pair of hands! Unfortunately I am not fully qualified as the only work I have done is for siblings and family members, but I would like to be someone you can rely on and trust. I’m a very bubbly, enthusiastic person. I love being around children and wish to start a family of my own in the following years. Please don hesitate to give me a call or email for further information or questions :)
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  • From £9 /hr
  • Braintree
Hi there, im Lottie and I’m currently seeking child care working in Coggeshall.
| I’ve just moved to Coggeshall from Saffron Walden and would like to offer my child care services to anyone that needs that extra pair of hands! Unfortunately I am not fully qualified as the only work I have done is for siblings and family members, but I would like to be someone you can rely on and trust. I’m a very bubbly, enthusiastic person. I love being around children and wish to start a family of my own in the following years. Please don hesitate to give me a call or email for further information or questions :)
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From £9 per hour
Tarek A.
Tarek | Colchester
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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From £8 per hour
OLUWAFISOLA ROSE O.
OLUWAFISOLA ROSE | Colchester
1 Verification
  • From £20 /hr
  • Colchester
1 Verification
Passionate, Trustworthy and Experienced Childcare Professional.
| Hello, Are you looking for a passionate, humble and trustworthy Child carer with DBS in Colchester or Essex area? If yes, I am your girl. I am writing to express my keen interest in the Childcare Professional position. With a rich background encompassing five years of hands-on experience, I bring a passion for creating cherished moments and fostering a nurturing environment for young minds to thrive. Why I'm the Right Fit: Passion for Child Development: My journey in childcare began with a genuine passion for guiding children through crucial developmental stages. Over the past five years, I have cultivated a deep understanding of the unique needs of each age group, ensuring a tailored and enriching experience for every child under my care. Creative Approach: I believe in the power of imaginative play and creative activities to stimulate a child's curiosity and love for learning.
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  • From £20 /hr
  • Colchester
Passionate, Trustworthy and Experienced Childcare Professional.
| Hello, Are you looking for a passionate, humble and trustworthy Child carer with DBS in Colchester or Essex area? If yes, I am your girl. I am writing to express my keen interest in the Childcare Professional position. With a rich background encompassing five years of hands-on experience, I bring a passion for creating cherished moments and fostering a nurturing environment for young minds to thrive. Why I'm the Right Fit: Passion for Child Development: My journey in childcare began with a genuine passion for guiding children through crucial developmental stages. Over the past five years, I have cultivated a deep understanding of the unique needs of each age group, ensuring a tailored and enriching experience for every child under my care. Creative Approach: I believe in the power of imaginative play and creative activities to stimulate a child's curiosity and love for learning.
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From £20 per hour
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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 £11.41 per hour as of May 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 2,083 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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