Hello, at the age of 14 - 20 i worked at a popular local, family run petting farm, we would have hundreds of visitors a day (mainly families with children aged 1 years - 12 years old) at this job i would work the birthday parties were i would give children tours of the farm, teach them how to properly care for small animals (rabbits, guinea pigs etc) and large animals (sheep, goats, pigs, horses, cows). I was also in charge of the lamb bottle feeding, where we would teach young children how to properly feed lambs. We would also host groups of children with learning disabilities.
I volunteered for the Girl Scouts, where i was a leader, i would organise activities, trips and events for girls aged 6-10 years old.
i have baby sat for family friends and for past bosses children.
I have a full police back ground check and a working with children check.
When it comes to pets, i have been around animals my whole life, growing up on a lifestyle block meant i had dogs, cats, chickens, horses, sheep, pigs (the list goes on) my family have always recused dogs and cats, therefore i have good knowledge dealing with dogs and cats that need a bit more care and patience. I am also a very experienced horse rider. I have worked on farms for the past 6 years, therefore, i have qualifications in injecting animals, i have an extremely high work ethic and care for animals.
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Christchurch for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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I'm available for:
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Full weekends
Vacations with the family
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
6 years experience working with children
CPR training
First aid training
I carry a first aid kit
Water safety training
Working With Children Check (WWCC)
18 years experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
I have pets
Pet first aid training
Pet owner references
General credentials:
22 years old
Police check
Drivers license
I have a car
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
Over 5 years working with children.
Experience with children with learning disabilities.
Full police and back ground check.
Full and clean NZ license.
Volunteered for the Girl Scouts (girls aged 6-10 years old)
My whole life i have had pets, dogs, cats, small animals, horses, sheep, chickens, cows.
I have a degree in Agriculture.
Qualifications in The Administration of Medications For Livestock.
My skills and interests:
Music
Comedy
Reading/storytelling
Drawing/painting
Arts/crafts
Sports
Fitness
Swimming
Nature
Gardening
Cooking
Writing
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Harriet Thompson-Limb
Christchurch, Canterbury Region
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Christchurch 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
Vacations with the family
Live-in with the family
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
6 months experience working with children
8 years experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
I have pets
General credentials:
Police check
Drivers license
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
I have a few years baby sitting experience. I’ve also had a pet rescue dog for around 9 years! I am an exchange student from the UK studying at UC for a year!
My skills and interests:
Music
Singing
Dance
Reading/storytelling
Sports
Fitness
Swimming
Nature
Cooking
You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:
I'm a responsible, friendly and caring, I have two younger siblings and babysit for family friends when needed. I am a youth leader at my church and help run some of the kids Sunday services. I'm also comfortable helping with chores, cooking and providing homework assistance. I have a car so it will be no issue getting to you. I'd love the opportunity to meet your family and discuss how I can provide exceptional care for your kids.
I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from Christchurch 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:
1 year experience working with children
5 years experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
I have pets
General credentials:
19 years old
Police check
Drivers license
Emergency car access
I have a car
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Permanent resident
Covid vaccinated
Liability insurance
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
I am currently studying Law and criminal Justice at The University Of Canterbury. I have two younger siblings and babysit for family friends when needed. I am a youth leader at my church and help run some of the kids Sunday services. I'm also comfortable helping with chores, cooking and providing homework assistance.
Hi there
I'm currently on the look out for some work part time or fulltime preferably but casual is ok too 😊 I love animals and people they are my passion! I have loads of experience with looking after children and animals but am also happy to help out with any job! Feel free to message me to know more but I'd love to help someone in need 😊 I am pretty flexible and available all days of the week.look forward to hearing from you 🙂
Hi! I’m a 16‑year‑old Japanese high school student currently living in Christchurch on a student visa. I love both animals and children, and I’m happy to help with pet care or babysitting.
I’ve passed the Eiken English test and have experience helping with pets and younger kids in my family.
Since I don’t have a NZ bank account yet, I kindly ask for cash payment if possible.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Christchurch for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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I'm available for:
Last minute bookings
School holidays
Full weekends
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
1 year experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
Have a pet carrier
General credentials:
16 years old
Emergency car access
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
I’m a 16‑year‑old high school student from Japan, currently studying in Christchurch. I’ve passed the Eiken English proficiency test and have experience helping family members with pet care and basic house chores. I’m very responsible, careful, and eager to learn. While I haven’t had formal training, I’m happy to follow instructions carefully and do a trial if needed.
My skills and interests:
Music
Reading/storytelling
Drawing/painting
Arts/crafts
Sports
Fitness
Swimming
Nature
Video
Computers
Foreign languages
You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:
Hey, thank you for taking the time to look at my profile! I am currently studying animal management and have pets at home, I have experience with looking after animals, cats, dogs and chinchillas. I am always open to learning new things!
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Christchurch for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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I'm available for:
Last minute bookings
School holidays
Overnight jobs
Full weekends
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
10 years experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
I have pets
General credentials:
24 years old
Drivers license
I have a car
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
I am currently studying animal management and will be going into vet nursing next year :) I have a lot of experience with dogs and cats (I have 4 of them) and a black Labrador
Pet Sitting Pay Rates Kaiapoi, Canterbury, New Zealand (Jul 2025)
Kaiapoi pet sitters are paid an average of $26.20 per hour as of July 2025, which is 1.1% lower than the Canterbury average of $26.50, and 20.9% higher than the New Zealand average of $21.67. A fair pay rate depends on pet sitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for pet sitting services.
Min
Avg
Max
Kaiapoi:
$20.00
$26.20
$33.00
Canterbury:
$20.00
$26.50
$33.00
New Zealand:
$10.00
$21.67
$36.00
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