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NYE Babysitters Eastbourne, Angleterre (Contact for Free)

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Marie Cruickshank

Marie Cruickshank
Eastbourne, England

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2026

Working with kids makes me happy

Hi my name is Marie, I’m age 16 but have some experience. I’ve been working with kids for nearly 3 years, ages 4-10 at girlguiding and I did work experience in a primary school

New Year's Eve Babysitter, Babysitter £10/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)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • 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

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Food allergies
    • Asthma
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
    • Dyslexia

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • Reading writing
    • Maths tutoring

Other pet services I can provide

  • Cat daycare (at my place during the day)

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time employment.

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

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Day

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Arvo

- - ✓ - - ✓ ✓

Eve.

✓ - ✓ - ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

- - - - - ✓ ✓

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public 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
    • Babysitting course complete
    • CPR training
    • Water safety training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I’ve worked as a volunteer with rainbows and brownies (ages 4-10), I did work experience in a primary school working with all years and I take care of my niece (age 1)

My skills and interests:

  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Cooking
  • Video

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Lily Edwards

Lily Edwards
Brighton and Hove, England

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Member since: Aug 2026

Trustworthy and Responsible Babysitter

Hello,

I'm a mature babysitter who is fully capable of caring for children aged from 3-12 years old to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your children to flourish and grow!

I also offer pet sitting, house sitting, dog walking and tutoring services for a reasonable price.

New Year's Eve Babysitter, Babysitter £10/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • 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
  • Cooking with kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

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

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • Test / exam prep
    • Reading writing
    • Maths tutoring
    • Science tutoring
    • Cooking lessons

Pet sitting £10 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • 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 £10 / hour

  • 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
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
    • 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 Brighton and Hove 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

My credentials

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

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

I have months of experience babysitting family children and have quickly gained the required skills for me to being a trustworthy person to watch over your children, so believe that I am well equipped in the specifics of babysitting!

I am known to be a well-rounded, responsible and mature person, so believe me when I say your children will be safe and well cared for whilst you're not able to be that person. Additionally, I am clean and organised, so while you are gone you will not only will your children have routine but your home and your children's home will be kept up to standard.

Furthermore, I am a very adaptable person which I have learnt is very essential when caring for children who tend to change tasks frequently, so whilst maintaining a comfortable routine I can also divert plans if the need arises. I am also equipped to handle negative emotions in a calming way!

As well as this, I am enthusiastic and have lots of energy so I would be able to keep up with active and lively children, constantly seeking adventure! However, I am also very capable of creating a warm and quiet environment for the quiet times and less boisterous children - I enjoy reading to children and exploring the exciting story with them, getting involved in the voices, encouraging children to join in and hopefully enjoy literature.

Also I am very complaint person, so anything you want done in a specific way can and will be done in exactly the way you want to keep routine in your children's lives as I know how important consistency can be.

Additionally, I am well equipped to handle any potential cuts, scrapes and bruises (although, these are yet to happen in my care but almost inevitable with children). In fact, I am hoping to start a comprehensive first aid course starting in September.

In terms of my education, I have finished secondary school with exceptional results and I'm moving onto college in September where I will maintain the same personal standards - this also makes me well equipped to handle tutoring in primary school education and the early years of secondary school.

Furthermore, I have experience in volunteering where I worked with many school aged children in an environment where I learnt patience and adaptability - It also taught me how to pick up new tasks quickly so if anything changes, you can believe that I will be able to keep up!

My skills and interests:

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

Contact Lily 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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Babysitting Pay Rates Eastbourne, Angleterre, United Kingdom (Updated 19 Oct 2026)

Eastbourne babysitters are paid an average of £11.14 per hour as of November 2026, which is 7.9% lower than the Angleterre average of £12.10, and 11.1% lower than the United Kingdom average of £12.54. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Eastbourne.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Eastbourne:
£10.13 £11.14 £12.16
Angleterre:
£11.00 £12.10 £13.20
United Kingdom:
£11.40 £12.54 £13.68

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data. Prices are shown in Pound sterling (GBP). If you republish our rates please credit kidsit.com 😊

Don't know how much to pay? See our parents' guide to babysitting pay rates



Top 10 Tips For Hiring A New Year's Eve Babysitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a NYE babysitter so you can celebrate worry-free while your kids are safe and happy.

1. Book early

New Year’s Eve is one of the busiest nights for babysitters, so secure yours weeks (or months) in advance.

2. Expect higher rates

Many babysitters charge holiday premiums, so be prepared to pay extra for the special occasion.

3. Check experience

Choose sitters who are confident handling late nights and possibly multiple kids or group settings.

4. Confirm availability

Double-check that the babysitter is comfortable staying past midnight and knows when you’ll return.

5. Ask about overnight care

If you plan to stay out late, consider booking an overnight sitter for everyone’s peace of mind.

6. Provide entertainment

Stock up on kid-friendly activities, games, and maybe a little “kid’s countdown” to keep children happy.

7. Share bedtime routines

Write clear instructions so the sitter can smoothly handle bedtime even if you’re away at midnight.

8. Exchange emergency contacts

Make sure they have your number, a backup contact, and details for neighbors or family nearby.

9. Set house rules

Go over screen time, snacks, and whether the kids can stay up later than usual for the occasion.

10. Show appreciation

Since they’re giving up their holiday evening, consider a bonus, a meal, or a thank-you gift to make them feel valued.

See our complete guide to NYE babysitting for parents for more detailed information.


NYE Babysitter Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing NYE babysitter candidates so you can enjoy your night out knowing your kids are safe and happy.

Experience & Background

  • Have you babysat on New Year’s Eve or other holidays before?
  • What ages of children do you have the most experience caring for?
  • Are you comfortable handling multiple children at once?
  • How do you keep kids entertained on a long evening?

Availability & Flexibility

  • Are you available to stay past midnight (and until what time)?
  • Would you be open to overnight babysitting if we’re out late?
  • How do you feel about working on a holiday evening?

Care & Routines

  • How do you handle bedtime routines when parents are out late?
  • What activities would you plan for the kids on New Year’s Eve?
  • How do you manage children who want to stay up for “midnight celebrations”?
  • Are you comfortable preparing and serving dinner or snacks?

Safety & Emergencies

  • Are you certified in CPR and first aid?
  • How would you handle an emergency if we’re difficult to reach?
  • What steps would you take if a child became upset, sick, or refused to go to bed?

Communication & Reliability

  • How do you usually update parents while babysitting (texts, calls, photos)?
  • Do you have reliable transportation to and from our home that night?
  • What would you do if you were unable to make it last minute?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy about working on special occasions like New Year’s Eve?
  • How do you keep the evening fun but still calm and structured for kids?
  • Why do you think you’d be a good fit for our family on New Year’s Eve?