I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
General credentials:
16 years old
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English and German
Email verified
I will happily read books to your children at bedtime. I'm able to entertain your children with different arts and crafts and games. I can cook/bake with them for an activity (safety involved) or I can cook light meals for your children.
Experienced and Caring Babysitter Available in Sheffield
Hi My name is Nisha Hussain I’m 26 years old and I have over 5 years of experience working as a babysitter with children of all ages. I’m passionate about creating a fun, safe, and supportive environment where kids can thrive. I’m reliable, patient, and creative, whether it’s helping with homework, organising activities, or keeping routines running smoothly. I’m also happy to help with light household tasks. Based in Sheffield and available for both regular and occasional babysitting. References available upon request, I’d love to hear from you!
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.
I can travel within Sheffield for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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New Year's Eve
Valentine's Day
Overnight jobs
Full weekends
Vacations with the family
Live-in with the family
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
6 years experience working with children
First aid training
2 years experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
I have pets
Have a pet carrier
General credentials:
27 years old
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Permanent resident
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
I have over 5 years of experience as a babysitter and carer, working with children and individuals of various ages and needs. My background includes providing personal care, emotional support, and supervision, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. I am fluent in both English and Punjabi, and I hold a Level 4 qualification in Professional Practices in Health and Social Care from Sheffield City College. My experience also includes work in teaching assistant roles and customer service, which has strengthened my communication, patience, and problem-solving skills. I am confident in my ability to care for children responsibly and with kindness, and I am always open to learning and growing in my role.
I love children. I am not trained to do this job but I have experience with family and friends. I'm in need of money and it will help lots. I will keep them safe and they will have fun.
Looking for someone to watch over your child or pet, then I may be the right person for you. With three years experiance working with children and twenty three years working with animals. I am available to hire straight away.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Huddersfield for work.
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My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
3 years experience working with children
23 years experience working with pets
I have pets
General credentials:
23 years old
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
Hello my name is Benjamin or Ben. I have worked as a lunchtime supervisor for special needs children for three years, I am very passionate about what I do and I am more than willing to take on a challenge. I don't discriminate against anyone and believe having fun and ensuring health and safety is the key. I am not afraid to get my hands dirty, and I am comfortable changing nappies. I also have twenty three years experience working with animals as I have two large dogs of my own, one being a senior. I don't mind at all what animal I am looking after, and extra large dogs are no problem for me. I am available to start straight away, I am based in Ravensknowle area of Huddersfield, unfortuantly I don't drive.
Hi, I’m Emily, a 27 year-old with 5 years of babysitting experience caring for children ages 2-12. I’m CPR and First Aid certified, with a passion for creating fun, safe, and engaging environments for kids. Whether it’s arts and crafts, outdoor play, or helping with homework, I love keeping children entertained and learning. I’m reliable, patient, and fluent in Spanish, making me great for bilingual families. Available weekday evenings and weekends. Contact me to discuss your needs. References available upon request!
Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny, Au pair £35 / hour
Hi I’m Kerry a 33 year old mother of two boys who are 5 and 10, we live in Manchester and have lived here all our lives , I currently work as a 1-1 in my children’s school in the nursery class with a non verbal autistic little girl , I have worked with children for 17 years , I am happy and always try to help every one , love going on trips , helping families when I can .
Babysitter, Parent helper £13 / hour
Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:
Newborns (0 - 2 months)
Babies (3 - 12 months)
Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
Tweens (9 - 12 years)
Up to 4 children at once
Childcare duties I can do:
Light meals
Full meals
Bottle feeding
Transporting kids
Taking kids on outings
Toilet training
Changing nappies
Bathing kids
Help with homework
Care for special needs kids
Care for twins/multiples
Household duties I can do:
Housekeeping
Laundry/washing
I'm available for events:
Special event babysitting
Corporate functions babysitting
Wedding babysitting
My availability
I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Shaw for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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School holidays
Public holidays
Overnight jobs
Full weekends
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
17 years experience working with children
I'm a parent
First aid training
Asthma training
Water safety training
Bachelor of early childhood education (completed)
I have child car seats
General credentials:
34 years old
Police check
Drivers license
I have a car
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Permanent resident
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
I have worked within many childcare settings for 17 years , I have my nvq level 2 and 3 in childcare learning and develop , first aid trained , safeguarding ,FGM and dbs cleared. All can be shown
Babysitting Pay Rates Halifax, England, United Kingdom (Jul 2025)
Halifax babysitters are paid an average of £12.25 per hour as of July 2025, which is 6.8% higher than the English average of £11.47, and 6.6% higher than the United Kingdom average of £11.49. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
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Halifax:
£6.00
£12.25
£35.00
England:
£4.00
£11.47
£50.00
United Kingdom:
£4.00
£11.49
£50.00
Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data.
Prices shown in Pound sterling (GBP)
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