Hello, I'm Ella! I am 25 years old and currently studying Individual Disability Support, however I come from a background of Early Childhood Education and Care. Although I don't have the qualification, my experience in the industry has definitely provided me with the necessary skills required to be able to provide a safe and supportive environment for all children under my care.
Passionate, outgoing and sociable, I thrive on making a difference in people's lives.
You will often find me immersed in horticulture, music, art and exploring the beauty of nature.
As someone known for being reliable and honest, I believe in creating a supportive and uplifting atmosphere for all individuals. I bring a fun and spontaneous energy to my work, aiming to make a positive impact with every interaction.
Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny, Au pair $35/hour
My name is Lakayla and I’m based in Brisbane. I’m a warm, reliable, and experienced childcare educator with over four years of experience in a childcare centre, supporting children aged 1–5. Most of my experience has been with 1.5-3.5 year olds, working as an assistant educator.
I hold a Certificate IV in Education Support, a current Blue Card, and up-to-date First Aid and CPR (childcare specific). I’m passionate about creating safe, inclusive environments and supporting children’s social, emotional, and cognitive development through play-based learning and meaningful interactions.
I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from Brisbane for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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I'm available for:
Last minute bookings
School holidays
Public holidays
New Year's Eve
Valentine's Day
Overnight jobs
Full weekends
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
4 years experience working with children
CPR training
First aid training
First aid training for babies
I carry a first aid kit
Asthma training
Anaphylaxis training
Working With Children Check (WWCC)
5 years experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
I have pets
Have a pet carrier
General credentials:
Email verified
22 years old
Driver's license
I have a car
Non-smoker / non-vaper
Permanent resident
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English
Hi families!
My name is Lakayla, and I’m based in Brisbane. I’m a warm, reliable, and experienced childcare educator with over four years of hands-on experience working in a childcare centre. During this time, I’ve had the pleasure of supporting children aged 1–5, with the majority of my experience being with 1.5-3.5 year olds.
I have completed a Certificate IV in Education Support, which has strengthened my understanding of child development, learning styles, and how to create inclusive, nurturing environments where every child feels safe and valued. I am passionate about supporting children’s social, emotional, and cognitive growth through play-based learning and meaningful interactions.
I hold a current Blue Card and have up-to-date First Aid and CPR qualifications specific to a childcare setting.
I look forward to connecting with you!
Lakayla
I am 18 years old, and have a certification in child first aid: completed- HLTAID009, HLTAID010, HLTAID011, HLTAID012 (Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation, provide basic emergency life support,
Provide First Aid in an education and care setting). I am a friendly, bubbly and cheerful person who has a strong passion for helping out and caring for children, striving to create a positive, safe , and fun environment for kids! I am looking for and willing to work up to 20 hours a week, with a flexible schedule, available Monday-Friday and some weekends. ?
Hi, I'm Riley and I love engaging with young children and seeing them grow and learn. I started looking after children on my own about 3 years ago with ages 4 months to 12 years. And love every second of it.
Babysitter $29/hour
Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:
Babies (3 - 12 months)
Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
Up to 3 children at once
Childcare duties I can do:
Light meals
Bottle feeding
Transporting kids
Toilet training
Changing nappies
Bathing kids
Help with homework
Household duties I can do:
Housekeeping
Laundry / washing
My availability
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.
I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Brisbane for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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I'm available for:
Last minute bookings
School holidays
New Year's Eve
Valentine's Day
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
3 years experience working with children
CPR training
First aid training
First aid training for babies
General credentials:
Email verified
19 years old
Driver's license
I have a car
Non-smoker / non-vaper
Permanent resident
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English
I am a current high school student in grade 12. I am fully first aid and CPR trained with a current certificate.
Babysitting Pay Rates Redland Bay, QLD, Australia (Updated 16 Feb 2026)
Redland Bay babysitters are paid an average of $32.56 per hour as of February 2026, which is 5.3% higher than the Queensland average of $30.92, and 10.3% higher than the Australian average of $29.51. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Redland Bay.
1 Kid
2 Kids
3+ Kids
Redland Bay:
$29.60
$32.56
$35.52
Queensland:
$28.11
$30.92
$33.73
Australia:
$26.83
$29.51
$32.20
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