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 \
Temitope O.
1 Verification
  • From £12 /hr
  • Maidstone
1 Verification
Experienced and Compassionate Childcare Professional Nurturing Growth and Well-being.
| I am a dedicated and compassionate childcare professional with a wealth of experience. I've developed a deep understanding of child development principles and the ability to fostering positive relationships with both children and their families, ensuring open communication and trust. My goal is to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment that supports children's growth and happiness, while also offering parents peace of mind knowing their little ones are in capable and caring hands. I am committed to continuous learning and staying up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in childcare. My dedication to ongoing professional development reflects my genuine passion for fostering the growth and well-being of the next generation.
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  • From £12 /hr
  • Maidstone
Experienced and Compassionate Childcare Professional Nurturing Growth and Well-being.
| I am a dedicated and compassionate childcare professional with a wealth of experience. I've developed a deep understanding of child development principles and the ability to fostering positive relationships with both children and their families, ensuring open communication and trust. My goal is to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment that supports children's growth and happiness, while also offering parents peace of mind knowing their little ones are in capable and caring hands. I am committed to continuous learning and staying up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in childcare. My dedication to ongoing professional development reflects my genuine passion for fostering the growth and well-being of the next generation.
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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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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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From £10 per hour \
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 £10 and £13
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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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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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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Carron J.
  • From £11 /hr
  • Maidstone
Love helping family hub and enjoy looking after young people.
| I have worked in nursery when my children were young as mothers help it ended up every day I really enjoy supporting children at nursery level. I have level 3 diploma just to cover all aspects of early years my reason for learning so I have added understanding for younger children. At present for last 7 years also a Passenger Assistant for children with special needs. I worked with Tinys Childcare Agency and worked in Bright Horizons in between school runs but have longer run so decided to look around and offer Baby sitter/Nanny help evenings and weekends. I'd like to Foster enjoy home space have 2 dogs and think they need to calm down more before I do that so at 55 I wouldn't mind helping a family and would consider leaving my part time role if needed. I have Grandchildren and visit often and plenty of time to enjoy bonding with a Family I want to help you know your children are safe secure and calm during times where you know you only have 1 pair of hands and can't function without accepting. I'm very understanding and able to help and care for your needs if you just need support and a person to chat with while there, not just your baby and children's needs.( Happy Parent/s, happy Children hopefully!)
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  • From £11 /hr
  • Maidstone
Love helping family hub and enjoy looking after young people.
| I have worked in nursery when my children were young as mothers help it ended up every day I really enjoy supporting children at nursery level. I have level 3 diploma just to cover all aspects of early years my reason for learning so I have added understanding for younger children. At present for last 7 years also a Passenger Assistant for children with special needs. I worked with Tinys Childcare Agency and worked in Bright Horizons in between school runs but have longer run so decided to look around and offer Baby sitter/Nanny help evenings and weekends. I'd like to Foster enjoy home space have 2 dogs and think they need to calm down more before I do that so at 55 I wouldn't mind helping a family and would consider leaving my part time role if needed. I have Grandchildren and visit often and plenty of time to enjoy bonding with a Family I want to help you know your children are safe secure and calm during times where you know you only have 1 pair of hands and can't function without accepting. I'm very understanding and able to help and care for your needs if you just need support and a person to chat with while there, not just your baby and children's needs.( Happy Parent/s, happy Children hopefully!)
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From £11 per hour \
Chloe S.
1 Verification
  • From £12 /hr
  • Maidstone
1 Verification
Looking for my next family to create memories and have adventures with!
| I have been in childcare for 7 years. My first two years in a nursery setting at my home in Wales. Then for the last 5 years I have been nannying. I looked after 2 girls aged 5+6 for 4 and a half years. I am currently looking after two boys age 4+5 but their dad is returning home from the army so they do not need me as regularly now. I am fun and loving and have always had a passion for children. I love to explore and create lots of fun memories with the children. I am also very arty both at work and at home. I am looking for my next family to create memories with! I have my own car, I am fully DBS checked and first aid trained. I am willing to travel with family if needed. I also love all animals so happy for any pets
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  • From £12 /hr
  • Maidstone
Looking for my next family to create memories and have adventures with!
| I have been in childcare for 7 years. My first two years in a nursery setting at my home in Wales. Then for the last 5 years I have been nannying. I looked after 2 girls aged 5+6 for 4 and a half years. I am currently looking after two boys age 4+5 but their dad is returning home from the army so they do not need me as regularly now. I am fun and loving and have always had a passion for children. I love to explore and create lots of fun memories with the children. I am also very arty both at work and at home. I am looking for my next family to create memories with! I have my own car, I am fully DBS checked and first aid trained. I am willing to travel with family if needed. I also love all animals so happy for any pets
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From £12 per hour \
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FAQs for finding childcare in Maidstone

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 £11.95 per hour as of June 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 3,435 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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