Childcare in Watford

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Xarifa B.
Hired once
  • From £12 /hr
  • Watford
Hired once
My name is Xarifa, I live in Northwood
| I have many many years childcare experience, I have worked with children from newborn to teenage years. I also have worked with special needs children through to adulthood. I am a driver with own car, have a dbs certificate, and hold a current first aid certificate.
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  • From £12 /hr
  • Watford
My name is Xarifa, I live in Northwood
| I have many many years childcare experience, I have worked with children from newborn to teenage years. I also have worked with special needs children through to adulthood. I am a driver with own car, have a dbs certificate, and hold a current first aid certificate.
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From £12 per hour
Tia C.
1 Verification
  • From £14 /hr
  • Watford
1 Verification
Honest reliable fun Nanny
| Hello everyone. I’m Tia and I’m 31. I live in Watford. Im available for childcare & housekeeping
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  • From £14 /hr
  • Watford
Honest reliable fun Nanny
| Hello everyone. I’m Tia and I’m 31. I live in Watford. Im available for childcare & housekeeping
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From £14 per hour
Sahini C.
  • From £10 /hr
  • Watford
Warm loving babysitter
| Hello I’m very loving and caring person. Working full time in health care industry but looking for a part time in child care as I’d like to spend my time with children. Available only in the weekends. Have experience sitting for children who are 6 months to 13 years old with my nieces and nephews as I come from large family.
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Watford
Warm loving babysitter
| Hello I’m very loving and caring person. Working full time in health care industry but looking for a part time in child care as I’d like to spend my time with children. Available only in the weekends. Have experience sitting for children who are 6 months to 13 years old with my nieces and nephews as I come from large family.
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From £10 per hour
Soeli W.
1 Verification
  • From £15 /hr
  • Watford
1 Verification
Ofsted Experienced Nanny in Watford
| I am a caring, qualified in childcare and experience nanny. I live in North Watford and I am a mother. I have an NVQ3 in Child care and Development, 6 hours pediatric first aid training, CRB and reference if you require them. I have worked as a teacher assistant and Spanish teacher at different primary school in Watford. Looking for an after school position, I can start work from 2pm weekdays and work as a babysitter weekdays and evenings. Able to start immediately.
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  • From £15 /hr
  • Watford
Ofsted Experienced Nanny in Watford
| I am a caring, qualified in childcare and experience nanny. I live in North Watford and I am a mother. I have an NVQ3 in Child care and Development, 6 hours pediatric first aid training, CRB and reference if you require them. I have worked as a teacher assistant and Spanish teacher at different primary school in Watford. Looking for an after school position, I can start work from 2pm weekdays and work as a babysitter weekdays and evenings. Able to start immediately.
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From £15 per hour
Charlotte W.
1 Verification
  • From £12 /hr
  • Three Rivers
1 Verification
I am experienced, caring, trustworthy and hard working, with excellent references.
| I study childcare at college straight after school, which I qualified with a distinction, after that I went on to work in a private nursery for a number of years, I am currently now a private nanny Monday - Fridays 8am-12pm for a one year old, I have known and worked for the family for a number of years, I have very good references. I am looking for afternoon work, school pick ups etc.
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  • From £12 /hr
  • Three Rivers
I am experienced, caring, trustworthy and hard working, with excellent references.
| I study childcare at college straight after school, which I qualified with a distinction, after that I went on to work in a private nursery for a number of years, I am currently now a private nanny Monday - Fridays 8am-12pm for a one year old, I have known and worked for the family for a number of years, I have very good references. I am looking for afternoon work, school pick ups etc.
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From £12 per hour
Did you know...
The average hourly rate for child carers in Watford is between £11 and £14
Gemma S.
  • From £13 /hr
  • Three Rivers
Loving mum looking for part time work
| Hi my name is Gemma I have two children myself a son of 13years and a daughter of 10 years old, experience , knowledge and wellbeing for young individuals obtained through working within a pre school environment of children aged 4 months to 4 years holding a position of main worker for caring and nurturing I very much enjoy seeing them grow and develop while assisting their creative playful child led learning for them to grow and learn to be respectful to themselves and others i have obtained a level 2 in early years childcare certificate and level 2 foundation for early years childcare also been graded in safeguarding I would like to find work to work around my children and school time due to my son having senco and medical needs, which I do have experience with due to him needing physio at home and occupational therapy sensory needs,
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  • From £13 /hr
  • Three Rivers
Loving mum looking for part time work
| Hi my name is Gemma I have two children myself a son of 13years and a daughter of 10 years old, experience , knowledge and wellbeing for young individuals obtained through working within a pre school environment of children aged 4 months to 4 years holding a position of main worker for caring and nurturing I very much enjoy seeing them grow and develop while assisting their creative playful child led learning for them to grow and learn to be respectful to themselves and others i have obtained a level 2 in early years childcare certificate and level 2 foundation for early years childcare also been graded in safeguarding I would like to find work to work around my children and school time due to my son having senco and medical needs, which I do have experience with due to him needing physio at home and occupational therapy sensory needs,
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From £13 per hour
Emma O.
  • From £10 /hr
  • Three Rivers
Here to help and give you peace of mind your children are in good hands :)
| Hi, I’m Emma and I have worked in childcare for 14 years in a nursery, I also have my own 8 year old son. I’m reliable, punctual and bubbly. I have always been able to create good bonds with children which I like to think helps reassure parents so they know that their children are in good hands. I’m Nvq level 3 childcare trained, dbs checked and have first aid experience. I have my own car with a full clean license and I don’t smoke.
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Three Rivers
Here to help and give you peace of mind your children are in good hands :)
| Hi, I’m Emma and I have worked in childcare for 14 years in a nursery, I also have my own 8 year old son. I’m reliable, punctual and bubbly. I have always been able to create good bonds with children which I like to think helps reassure parents so they know that their children are in good hands. I’m Nvq level 3 childcare trained, dbs checked and have first aid experience. I have my own car with a full clean license and I don’t smoke.
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From £10 per hour
Jessica C.
  • From £10 /hr
  • Watford
I am a lovely girl, 21 years of age and very good at caring for others
| Im a lovely caring girl, 21years old from Watford also i did childcare in college and passed i have worked with children from new born up to teenage years. I am a very loving and trustworthy person and care a lot for children
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Watford
I am a lovely girl, 21 years of age and very good at caring for others
| Im a lovely caring girl, 21years old from Watford also i did childcare in college and passed i have worked with children from new born up to teenage years. I am a very loving and trustworthy person and care a lot for children
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From £10 per hour
Casey Jane F.
1 Verification
  • From £8 /hr
  • Watford
1 Verification
Responsible and organised Babysitter
| I am a confident, organised and responsible individual. I love to meet new people and make new friends, and I am looking forward to a future career in childcare. I have got a level 2 in childcare where I got an A* in GCSE and I have also got a DBS from working in a nursery recently which is available for viewing when required, and I will be requesting a new DBS specified for babysitting as soon as possible.
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  • From £8 /hr
  • Watford
Responsible and organised Babysitter
| I am a confident, organised and responsible individual. I love to meet new people and make new friends, and I am looking forward to a future career in childcare. I have got a level 2 in childcare where I got an A* in GCSE and I have also got a DBS from working in a nursery recently which is available for viewing when required, and I will be requesting a new DBS specified for babysitting as soon as possible.
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From £8 per hour
Tofftob Childcare A.
1 Verification Hired once
  • From £8 /hr
  • Watford
1 Verification Hired once
Full-Time/Part-Time Childminder - Watford WD17
| I am an ofsted registered childminder offering quality childcare in 22-26 St. Albans rd wd171rl Watford, I provide warm caring atmosphere clean, safe environment. I offer a comfortable home-from-home where children can relax with huge range of activities (all age appropriate) including cooking, arts and crafts, story time, independent play etc as well as attending some fantastic toddler groups and soft play. I'm married; I live with my husband and our two lovely and friendly children. I offer drop off and pick up. Thanks. ESTHER
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  • From £8 /hr
  • Watford
Full-Time/Part-Time Childminder - Watford WD17
| I am an ofsted registered childminder offering quality childcare in 22-26 St. Albans rd wd171rl Watford, I provide warm caring atmosphere clean, safe environment. I offer a comfortable home-from-home where children can relax with huge range of activities (all age appropriate) including cooking, arts and crafts, story time, independent play etc as well as attending some fantastic toddler groups and soft play. I'm married; I live with my husband and our two lovely and friendly children. I offer drop off and pick up. Thanks. ESTHER
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From £8 per hour
Geme H.
1 Verification
  • From £7 /hr
  • Watford
1 Verification
My Name is Geme and I'm a highly skilled and motivated nanny. CONTACT:###########
| I’m adept in attending to the emotional, physical and emotional needs of children. Moreover, while on-the-job experience has afforded me a well rounded skill set, including first rate communication and problem solving, I excel at: •Modeling appropriate social behavior •Helping with school assignment • Scheduling and completing school, assignment etc • Engaging children with education games, puzzles and nature walk High level of patience with immense love and compassion for children Skilled child care worker with knowledge of developing fun and interesting activities Good communication and interpersonal skills Ability to get along with children and entertain them Excellent child supervision skills Deep understanding on children's need for social, physical and intellectual growth Efficient in offering safe environment for children Familiar with the nutritional and hygiene needs of children In addition to my education and personal qualities, I have a solid educational foundation and a passion for helping nurture and develop children. I’m extremely enthusiastic for the opportunity to contribute to your child/ children growth and development. I also have two children of my own so I understand and fully experience of the roles and what it takes to ensure the health and nurturing of the young ones.
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  • From £7 /hr
  • Watford
My Name is Geme and I'm a highly skilled and motivated nanny. CONTACT:###########
| I’m adept in attending to the emotional, physical and emotional needs of children. Moreover, while on-the-job experience has afforded me a well rounded skill set, including first rate communication and problem solving, I excel at: •Modeling appropriate social behavior •Helping with school assignment • Scheduling and completing school, assignment etc • Engaging children with education games, puzzles and nature walk High level of patience with immense love and compassion for children Skilled child care worker with knowledge of developing fun and interesting activities Good communication and interpersonal skills Ability to get along with children and entertain them Excellent child supervision skills Deep understanding on children's need for social, physical and intellectual growth Efficient in offering safe environment for children Familiar with the nutritional and hygiene needs of children In addition to my education and personal qualities, I have a solid educational foundation and a passion for helping nurture and develop children. I’m extremely enthusiastic for the opportunity to contribute to your child/ children growth and development. I also have two children of my own so I understand and fully experience of the roles and what it takes to ensure the health and nurturing of the young ones.
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From £7 per hour
Milly G.
  • From £14 /hr
  • Watford
My name is Milly and I am in my final year of teacher training!
| My name is Milly and I am in my final year of my teacher training where in September I will be taking on my first qualified teaching job! I have had lots of childcare experience, going back from when I left school in 2014. I have worked with a range of ages, from babies all the way to year 2. This has been throughout my continuous training to becoming a qualified teacher. I have a huge passion for childcare and love to support children to flourish :) I have a full uk driving license, DBS checked, first aid trained & 5-6 years of experience with children ages 1-8. Available for summer care and weekends :)
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  • From £14 /hr
  • Watford
My name is Milly and I am in my final year of teacher training!
| My name is Milly and I am in my final year of my teacher training where in September I will be taking on my first qualified teaching job! I have had lots of childcare experience, going back from when I left school in 2014. I have worked with a range of ages, from babies all the way to year 2. This has been throughout my continuous training to becoming a qualified teacher. I have a huge passion for childcare and love to support children to flourish :) I have a full uk driving license, DBS checked, first aid trained & 5-6 years of experience with children ages 1-8. Available for summer care and weekends :)
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From £14 per hour
Clare F.
  • From £20 /hr
  • Watford
Creative Cruiser with plenty of childcare experience!!
| Hello! My name is Clare and I grew up with two older sisters and one young brother. I have been in the childcare industry for the last 4 years and would love the opportunity to work with a new family, anything you want to ask please don’t hesitate to message me! Whilst at University I was a personal nanny for two young boys and they where such a lovely family and a joy to work with. For the last two years I have worked abroad on cruise ships as a youth leader, I was in charge of the care of children aged 3-17 years! I’m keen to start working again in the UK with a new family, please get in touch if you’re are interested... I’m avaible ASAP! Thanks
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  • From £20 /hr
  • Watford
Creative Cruiser with plenty of childcare experience!!
| Hello! My name is Clare and I grew up with two older sisters and one young brother. I have been in the childcare industry for the last 4 years and would love the opportunity to work with a new family, anything you want to ask please don’t hesitate to message me! Whilst at University I was a personal nanny for two young boys and they where such a lovely family and a joy to work with. For the last two years I have worked abroad on cruise ships as a youth leader, I was in charge of the care of children aged 3-17 years! I’m keen to start working again in the UK with a new family, please get in touch if you’re are interested... I’m avaible ASAP! Thanks
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From £20 per hour
Evonne L.
  • From £13 /hr
  • Watford
Very experienced child carer
| Cache level 3 Worked in childcare for 28years, did nannying, childminder and now work on a private nursery for children 3months to 5years Also brought four of my own children 2 whom are now going to university , other graphic designer and my15year old I'm very hard working, reliable, fun , dedicated and get so much satisfaction working with children.
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  • From £13 /hr
  • Watford
Very experienced child carer
| Cache level 3 Worked in childcare for 28years, did nannying, childminder and now work on a private nursery for children 3months to 5years Also brought four of my own children 2 whom are now going to university , other graphic designer and my15year old I'm very hard working, reliable, fun , dedicated and get so much satisfaction working with children.
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From £13 per hour
Krys R.
  • From £9 /hr
  • Watford
Long term Nanny
| Hey I'm Krystal ! I'm very interested in your job role ! I'm Caribbean, professional experienced and very efficient . I have a passion for child care. I LOVE taking care of children! Im always EAGER TO HELP whether its with the house work or tutoring the kids.. POSITIVE- when confidence is instilled in a child they start believing that they can achieve anything ! and ALWAYS SMILING - children know when a nanny genuinely cares for them ! I think when you do what you love it doesn't feel like work !
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  • From £9 /hr
  • Watford
Long term Nanny
| Hey I'm Krystal ! I'm very interested in your job role ! I'm Caribbean, professional experienced and very efficient . I have a passion for child care. I LOVE taking care of children! Im always EAGER TO HELP whether its with the house work or tutoring the kids.. POSITIVE- when confidence is instilled in a child they start believing that they can achieve anything ! and ALWAYS SMILING - children know when a nanny genuinely cares for them ! I think when you do what you love it doesn't feel like work !
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From £9 per hour
Klovisa K.
  • From £9 /hr
  • Watford
Supervise and monitor the safety of children in my care!!
| Babysitter/Nanny/Childminder in London. I use a creative approach to problem solve. Also, I am always energetic,eager to learn new skills and I have experience working as part of a team and individually. I would like to be flexible in my working hours, and to being able to work evenings and weekends. Furthermore, I am hardworking and always the last to leave the office in the evening.
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  • From £9 /hr
  • Watford
Supervise and monitor the safety of children in my care!!
| Babysitter/Nanny/Childminder in London. I use a creative approach to problem solve. Also, I am always energetic,eager to learn new skills and I have experience working as part of a team and individually. I would like to be flexible in my working hours, and to being able to work evenings and weekends. Furthermore, I am hardworking and always the last to leave the office in the evening.
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From £9 per hour
Jack J.
  • From £12 /hr
  • Watford
Childcare professional with multiple years experience.
| I have provided childcare and support for the past 4/5 years in multiple positions. I have experience in school runs/pick ups, providing assistance with homework, cooking meals for breakfast lunch and dinner. I have experience in household cleaning tasks, and in shopping tasks for both parents and older clients. I am professional, hardworking and extremely punctual and promise to fill out any task required to the best of my ability.
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  • From £12 /hr
  • Watford
Childcare professional with multiple years experience.
| I have provided childcare and support for the past 4/5 years in multiple positions. I have experience in school runs/pick ups, providing assistance with homework, cooking meals for breakfast lunch and dinner. I have experience in household cleaning tasks, and in shopping tasks for both parents and older clients. I am professional, hardworking and extremely punctual and promise to fill out any task required to the best of my ability.
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From £12 per hour
Annabelle S.
1 Verification
  • From £12 /hr
  • Three Rivers
1 Verification
Watford childcare professional offering quality childminding services
| Hello my name is Annabelle, I am a childcare professional from Watford. I see myself as an outgoing , creative and reliable individual , I love working with children, it is all I know as I’ve been doing it since I’ve been able to work. I started by volunteering in a nursery as a teenager and then I went onto completing a year long apprenticeship in childcare to gain my Level 2 qualification. Ever since then I have worked full time in a nursery environment , usually working with children between the ages of new born too 2 years, although I have experience with older children too. I love watching children grow and develop and know that I contributed to there learning! I have worked as a key person for 3 years observing children and tracking their development using EYFS guidelines. Although I love working in a nursery environment , I feel I would like a change and to get to know a family on a more personal level and help the best I can. I love bringing out children’s creative sides and helping them to get involved in different activities. I love to cook, I am a vegetarian/vegan but I am happy to cook meat or what ever the family require.
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  • From £12 /hr
  • Three Rivers
Watford childcare professional offering quality childminding services
| Hello my name is Annabelle, I am a childcare professional from Watford. I see myself as an outgoing , creative and reliable individual , I love working with children, it is all I know as I’ve been doing it since I’ve been able to work. I started by volunteering in a nursery as a teenager and then I went onto completing a year long apprenticeship in childcare to gain my Level 2 qualification. Ever since then I have worked full time in a nursery environment , usually working with children between the ages of new born too 2 years, although I have experience with older children too. I love watching children grow and develop and know that I contributed to there learning! I have worked as a key person for 3 years observing children and tracking their development using EYFS guidelines. Although I love working in a nursery environment , I feel I would like a change and to get to know a family on a more personal level and help the best I can. I love bringing out children’s creative sides and helping them to get involved in different activities. I love to cook, I am a vegetarian/vegan but I am happy to cook meat or what ever the family require.
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From £12 per hour
Kelley A.
1 Verification
  • From £10 /hr
  • Watford
1 Verification
Flexible,fun, reliable childcarer ..Experience and confidence with both babies and little people.
| I have been in childcare for 26 years. I am currently an Ofsted Registered childminder .I spent 10 years as a nanny and have nursery experience also. I have qualifications in childcare including a level 3 Diploma in Children’s and Young peoples Workforce. My First Aid training is completed every 3 years-I have recently updated it this month. Training is on going in all areas of child development. I have cared for children from birth to 18 . I currently have children 1-9years on my books and my own children or teenagers are 16 and 18. One doing and one off to Uni in September. It’s a fun and lively household here especially when you add my two little dogs , a pug and pekingese into the mix! I feel very lucky to say I enjoy what I do . I find my job role very rewarding.
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  • From £10 /hr
  • Watford
Flexible,fun, reliable childcarer ..Experience and confidence with both babies and little people.
| I have been in childcare for 26 years. I am currently an Ofsted Registered childminder .I spent 10 years as a nanny and have nursery experience also. I have qualifications in childcare including a level 3 Diploma in Children’s and Young peoples Workforce. My First Aid training is completed every 3 years-I have recently updated it this month. Training is on going in all areas of child development. I have cared for children from birth to 18 . I currently have children 1-9years on my books and my own children or teenagers are 16 and 18. One doing and one off to Uni in September. It’s a fun and lively household here especially when you add my two little dogs , a pug and pekingese into the mix! I feel very lucky to say I enjoy what I do . I find my job role very rewarding.
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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 Watford?

Hiring someone on Care.com to provide childcare services will cost an average of £12.83 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 41,906 childcare providers Watford. You can search for childcarers by their distance from Watford 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 Watford 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 Watford, 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 Watford and if they are certified in first aid.
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