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Amber Lonsdale
Auckland

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2026

Welcome message:

I'm a friendly and responsible high school student with 2 years of babysitting experience, specializing in toddlers and preschoolers. My previous babysitting included preparing meals and snacks, helping with bedtime routines, and ensuring children are cared for in a safe and supportive environment. Through my volunteer role as a year 5 junior netball coach, I have developed strong communication skills and enjoy working with children, helping them build confidence and have fun. I am patient, trustworthy, and able to handle responsibilities independently. I'm comfortable with pets, cooking, chores, and helping with homework. I am currently studying at Glendowie College and would love the opportunity to babysit for your family!

Babysitter, Parent helper $18/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

My availability

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

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays

My credentials

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

  • 2 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Reading / storytelling
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports

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Elyse Brown
Warkworth, Auckland

Activity summary

Member since: Dec 2025

Babysitter, Nanny $23.50/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Before school care
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Care for sick children
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Pet sitting $23.50 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Daily exercise for your pet

Dog walking $23.50 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
    • Basic house security checks

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Car washing / cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

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

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Warkworth 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
  • Overnight jobs

My credentials

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

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
  • 4 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Drawing / painting
  • Games
  • Swimming
  • Cooking

Contact Elyse For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Dog walking

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Karen Lizeth Corredor

Karen Lizeth Corredor
Auckland

Activity summary

Member since: Mar 2026

Welcome message:

Hi there!

My name is Karen, and I would love to help take care of your little ones and furry friends! I’m full of energy, love playing games, reading stories, and making every day fun for kids. I also adore animals and enjoy making sure they feel happy, safe, and loved.

I have a Holiday Visa and am ready to start right away. I’d be thrilled to meet your family and become a friendly helper for both your children and pets!

Looking forward to hearing from you, Karen

Nanny

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

-

Day

-

Arvo

-

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • 8 months experience working with children
    • CPR training
  • 8 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 23 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Cooking

Contact Karen For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Angelina Scholefield
Auckland

Activity summary

Member since: Feb 2026

Casual babysitter

Hi all

I am based in Hobsonville. Loads of experience as I have worked as an aupair and nanny. Can look after children of all ages.

Babysitter, Nanny

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)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Before school care
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

My availability

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

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

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

  • 20 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 36 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English

Level 3 ECE First aid certificate australia & new zealand

My skills and interests:

  • Arts / crafts
  • Cooking

Contact Angelina For Free

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Aaima
Auckland

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2026

Welcome message:

Motivated and reliable student with experience in babysitting and volunteering, demonstrating strong communication, customer service, and organisational skills. Friendly, adaptable, and eager to learn, with the ability to work independently and contribute effectively to a team. Passionate about personal growth, creative activities, and building positive relationships, with a strong commitment to responsibility and delivering high-quality work.

Babysitter $26/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Help with homework

I can provide home daycare (at my place)

  • Home daycare
    • Part-time daycare
    • School holiday daycare
    • Extended hours
    • Meals provided

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Pet sitting $25 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Cleaning litter boxes

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Auckland 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:

  • 1 year experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English and Hindi

I have gained valuable experience through both babysitting and volunteering. As a babysitter, I was responsible for caring for multiple children, ensuring their safety and wellbeing while demonstrating responsibility, patience, and strong communication skills. Through my volunteer work at an op shop, I assisted with organising and displaying stock, maintaining a clean and welcoming environment, and serving customers at the till. These experiences have helped me develop excellent customer service, teamwork, organisation, and interpersonal skill. Currently at school I’m taking art, biology, chemistry, english, and math calculus. In my free time, I enjoy a variety of creative activities, particularly baking and exploring new ideas. I love travelling and discovering new places, cultures, and foods, as I enjoy trying new experiences and learning about different perspectives. I am a friendly and outgoing person who enjoys socialising, meeting new people, and building positive relation

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Writing

Contact Aaima For Free

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Childcare

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Akacia Rose Talarico Hill
Auckland

Activity summary

Member since: May 2026

Reliable and Caring Nanny with Hands-On Childcare Experience

I am a friendly, responsible, and caring person with previous nannying experience looking after two children. My role included cooking dinners, helping with house duties, taking the children to sports and activities, and keeping them entertained in a safe and positive environment. I enjoy working with kids and creating a fun, supportive atmosphere for families.

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $25/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Running errands

Pet sitting $25 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Cleaning litter boxes
  • Cleaning cages / bedding
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs

Dog walking $25 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Basic house security checks

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Car washing / cleaning

My availability

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

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

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

  • 20 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 26 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing

Contact Akacia For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Cressida
Auckland

Activity summary

Member since: Feb 2026

Welcome message:

I have indirect experience with a 9 years old younger sibling currently 8 years old now. I've babysat my friend 2 month old baby a few times and my relatives babies also. Though I know I've have alot of room for improvement, I am motivated to give the best care for the baby and strive to improve myself trough feedback from the parents.

Babysitter, Parent helper $23.50/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Other services I can provide

  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

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

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • 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:

  • Childcare credentials:
    • First aid training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Chinese

My skills and interests:

  • Cooking

Contact Cressida For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Perthaniahsina Marie Ophelia Alo

Perthaniahsina Marie Ophelia Alo
Auckland

Activity summary

Member since: Oct 2025

Welcome message:

I'm looking for a job, I'm good with kids, I'm really sweet and kind and I don't smoke or vape.

Babysitter $30/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing nappies
  • Before school care

My availability

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

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

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

  • Childcare credentials:
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Cooking

Contact Perthaniahsina For Free

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Childcare

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Tiana Flavell
Whangaparāoa, Auckland

Activity summary

Member since: May 2026

Busy? Need a hand? Here I am!

Hello! I'm Tiana. I am hoping to hear from you.

Qualifications: Active and will make sure little ones get out of the house Engaging in conversation and love learning more Capable with making full, exciting and healthy meals for little ones.

Message me for my hours and we can work something out. I am in the Stanmore bay, Whangaparaoa area.

Babysitter

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • After school care

Household duties I can do:

  • Laundry / washing

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Basic house security checks

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning

My availability

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

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

-

Arvo

Eve.

- -

Nite

- -

I'm available for:

  • Public holidays

My credentials

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

  • Childcare credentials:
    • Babysitting course complete
    • CPR training
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I am a 15 year old but, trust me, I've seen it all. I have 5 siblings who I adore and 4 cats who are allergic to not causing trouble for two seconds. I know CPR and I can calm someone down from a panic attack if need be— as I myself have dealt with these things. I have completed NCEA level 1 early and I work pleasantly with people who's first languages aren't English.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Writing

Contact Tiana For Free

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Childcare

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Dog walking

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Maddie Cox
Auckland

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Member since: Dec 2025

Hi my name is Maddie, I'm 17.5 years old and I’m a year 13 student at Western Springs College.

Babysitter $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Help with homework

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Cleaning litter boxes
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $15 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other dog walking tasks I can do:

  • Dog jogging (for energetic pooches!)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Car washing / cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

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

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays

My credentials

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

  • 6 months experience working with children
    • First aid training
  • 9 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish

My skills and interests:

  • Reading / storytelling
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Nature
  • Animals

Contact Maddie For Free

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

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Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Babysitting Pay Rates Warkworth, Auckland, New Zealand (Updated 1 Jul 2026)

Warkworth babysitters are paid an average of $26.81 per hour as of July 2026, which is 2.8% lower than the Auckland average of $27.59, and 7% higher than the New Zealand average of $25.05. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Warkworth.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Warkworth:
$24.37 $26.81 $29.24
Auckland:
$25.08 $27.59 $30.10
New Zealand:
$22.77 $25.05 $27.32

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When to hire a babysitter

Every family is different and so are the requirements for hiring a babysitter. In this section, we explore the many factors that can influence when, and how often, you choose to hire a babysitter so you can have a better idea of what may be best for your family.

How to find a good babysitter

Often the biggest challenge with hiring a babysitter is finding good candidates, to begin with. In this section, we reveal many secrets that you can use to attract the best local babysitters, we also explore alternatives to hiring babysitters that you may not have considered.

What makes a good babysitter

Finding a good babysitter is not an easy task, in this section, we highlight various qualities to look out for while you're gathering candidates for your open position. We also cover less commonly considered candidates such as male babysitters and answer commonly asked questions that parents have about them.

Babysitter interview tips

How you conduct your interview process is critical to identifying the most appropriate babysitter for your family. In this section, we run through a recommended babysitting interview format and provide tips and tricks that you can use to learn the most about your candidates. We also offer a huge list of good interview questions and how best to utilize them depending on your unique circumstances.

Babysitter pay

One of the most common questions parents have about babysitting is how much they should pay their sitter. In this section, we look at the many factors that influence babysitter pay including your geographic location, age and experience of the sitter, age and number of children, and specific job requirements.

How to vet babysitting candidates

Once you have a shortlist of the best babysitters you can find, the next step is to vet them further to make sure they are who they say they are and the skills and qualifications they claim to have are valid. Follow our guides on checking babysitter references and running background checks.

Babysitting job expectations

Babysitting jobs come with a lot of expectations from both sides, in this section we look at the common things that babysitters and parents anticipate and how good communication is critical to maintaining a good working relationship where everyone knows what is expected of them.

Special occasions

There are several key dates and events throughout the year when babysitters are in hot demand, read our guides below to give you an advantage over other families who are competing with you for the best babysitters.

Babysitting difficulties

Babysitting is not always easy for sitters or parents but it should always be safe. In this section, we reveal some key warning signs that you should be looking out for to ensure that your kids are safe and being lovingly looked after whenever you're away. We also discuss the things you can, and cannot do if you suspect something may be wrong.

Babysitting admin and tax

Hiring a babysitter comes with extra responsibilities and duties because you are an employer. In this section, we discuss the various admin tasks that may be asked of you such as writing babysitting references for past employees and we also cover how this can affect your tax.