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Sheila

Sheila
Thornlie, WA

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2022

Welcome message:

I have plenty of experience with children of all ages. I am patient, caring, and always puts the safety of your child first. I am also comfortable with pets, so if you need a housesitter while you're away, I would be more than happy to help out. Rest assured, your home and children will be in good hands with me.

If you're interested in my services, please don't hesitate to get in touch. I look forward to hearing from you soon!

Babysitter, Parent helper $45 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings

Household duties I can do:

  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Other services I can provide

  • Pet sitting (click for details)
  • House sitting
  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Thornlie for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

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Day

✓ - - - - ✓ ✓

Arvo

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Eve.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 3 years experience working with children
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • 35 years old
    • Police check
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Tagalog
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Design
  • Computers

Contact Sheila For Free

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Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Amy May

Amy May
Perth, WA

Activity summary

Member since: Jan 2025

Welcome message:

I’m a 17 year old high school student who is aiming to go into childcare or teaching. I always provide a comfortable, safe environment for children to learn and grow. I have always loved working with kids and can’t wait to meet your family!

Babysitter $25 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Perth for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Day

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Arvo

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Eve.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

- - - - ✓ ✓ ✓

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 1 month experience working with children
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Hello! I’m a 17 year old ATAR student who is looking to become a teacher or childcare worker. I’ve completed work experience with a family daycare and have started gaining experience in babysitting. I also have two sisters and have been frequently looking after them for around 7 years.

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Design
  • Writing

Contact Amy For Free

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Rosamond Koroma

Rosamond Koroma
The Vines, WA

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Member since: Jun 2024

Happy Kids, Happy Pets: Your Go-To Sitter for Smiles and Wagging Tails!

Hello! I'm a 16-year-old high school student, set to finish my final year next year. On Fridays, I attend NMT Tafe, where I'm currently taking a nursing course. I have considerable experience in both pet sitting and babysitting, having cared for my little cousins with great success. My skills and dedication make me an excellent caregiver for children and pets alike. I look forward to the opportunity to meet you and provide the best care possible.

Babysitter $25 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of The Vines for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - ✓ -

Day

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Arvo

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
  • 3 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Hello! I'm a 16-year-old high school student, set to finish my final year next year. On Fridays, I attend NMT Tafe, where I'm currently taking a nursing course. I have considerable experience in both pet sitting and babysitting, having cared for my little cousins with great success. My skills and dedication make me an excellent caregiver for children and pets alike. I look forward to the opportunity to meet you and provide the best care possible.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing

Contact Rosamond For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Amelie Parsons

Amelie Parsons
Doubleview, WA

Activity summary

Member since: Dec 2023

Welcome message:

Hello, my name is Amelie, I am 18 years old & I am looking for a role as a nanny and/or babysitter (casual/part-time hours). I have been coaching children’s gymnastics classes for the past two years - both at Star-Mites Gymsports club and Perth Gymnastics Academy. I hold a WWCC (Working With Children Check). I have coached children aged 3-10 with the most experience being coaching of children in the 4-6 year age range. I have also babysat my younger brothers and cousins for the past several years. My experience with looking after and coaching younger children means I am well placed to help families with their childcare needs. I have just finished Year 12 at John XXIII College and I will be attending the University of Western Australia in 2024. I love art and craft, reading, music and gymnastics. I can also speak French and am able to help with homework. My qualifications:

  • Working With Children Check
  • Beginner Coach Accreditation
  • Western Australian Certificate of Education (ATAR pathway) Pros:
  • I will tidy up the kitchen/any mess made after the children go to bed.
  • I love playing games like hide and seek and uno!
  • I have a cat & a dog so I am comfortable with pets

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $30 / 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)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing nappies
  • Help with homework
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Other services I can provide

  • Pet sitting (click for details)
  • House sitting
  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from Doubleview for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Arvo

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Eve.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • 19 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and French
    • Email verified

I have worked as a kids gymnastics coach for 2 years. am going to be getting my drivers licence soon. I have just completed year 12 this year and will be starting at university next year.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Nature
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

Contact Amelie For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Babysitting Pay Rates Thornlie, WA, Australia (Jan 2025)

Thornlie babysitters are paid an average of $31.25 per hour as of January 2025, which is 4.7% higher than the Western Australian average of $29.86, and 7% higher than the Australian average of $29.21. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
Min Avg Max
Thornlie:
$25.00 $31.25 $45.00
Western Australia:
$25.00 $29.86 $45.00
Australia:
$15.00 $29.21 $50.00

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data.
Prices shown in Australian dollars (AUD)


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