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Special Needs Babysitters Horsham, England (Contact for Free)

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Poppy Tester

Poppy Tester
Horsham, England

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2025

I love to care for children and have lots of fun

I come from a big family with lot of dogs and cats so I’m very used to animals and they won’t be a problem. I’m very willing to help and to follow the instructions given to me by parents/carers. I love to do activities with children such as swimming exploring national trust places, castles, drawing, painting, doing fun science experiments and so much more.

In September I will be going to university to study educational studies and SENDI. Later I hope to become a specialist teacher.

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter £10/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)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Pet sitting £8 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Dog walking £8 / 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)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Horsham 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
  • Public holidays
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • First aid training
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
    • I have child car seats
  • 2 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 21 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Permanent resident
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English

I have been babysitting since I was 16 and have looked after a range of children aged 3 months-11 years. I currently work in a school as a lead in a special educational needs classroom and look after a range of children with various needs, both verbal and non verbal, this is my second year in this classroom. I know Makaton level 4 as well as how to use PECs.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking

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Jeanelle Sefa-Yeboah

Jeanelle Sefa-Yeboah
Grays, England

Activity summary

Last seen: 4 days ago Member since: Aug 2026

babysitter.

Every parent deserves a babysitter they can trust. I'm a responsible and caring teenager with a babysitting experience who is committed to creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for every child I care for.

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny £11/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 5 children at once

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
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • 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

I can provide home daycare (at my place)

  • Home daycare
    • Part-time daycare
    • Meals provided

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Food allergies
    • Diabetes
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Anxiety disorder
    • Intellectual disabilities
    • Dyslexia
    • Sleep disorders

Household duties I can do:

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

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • Reading writing
    • Science tutoring
    • Computers / coding
    • Art lessons

Pet sitting £9 / 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
  • Cleaning litter boxes
  • Cleaning cages / bedding
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking £9 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

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)

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
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

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

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Grays 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:

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

My credentials

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

  • 3 years experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • 7 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

I am a reliable, caring, and responsible teenager (16)with previous babysitting experience caring for children of different ages. Growing up with three siblings has helped me become patient, organised, and comfortable looking after children from a young age. I'm used to helping with daily routines, keeping younger children entertained, and making sure everyone feels safe and included. I have studied health and social care so I really understand how kids think cognitively and impairments or disabilities allowing me to emphasise easily with certain circumstances.

I am also happy to help around the house by keeping things clean and tidy. I can assist with light household chores such as washing dishes, tidying play areas, organising toys, vacuuming, and helping to keep the home neat while caring for children. In my church I helped organise a cupcake program where I assisted the kids and spent time with them and helped them decorate their cupcake.

I enjoy helping children with their homework and tutoring them when needed. I am patient, encouraging, and happy to explain things clearly to help them understand their schoolwork and build confidence. I am very good at writing, reading and the subject of English in general, I have won multiple awards for my English and poetry work (my favourite book is genesis begins again).In school I am the head of the fundraising and events, this allowed me to become familiar with organisation and time managing events, charities or any organisations needed to support school causes. I also exercised the role of vice house captain allowing me to manage a large group of students and help anyone in the class who had experienced any struggles.

As a cat owner, I have experience caring for pets every day. I understand the responsibility involved in feeding, cleaning, playing with, and looking after animals, and I am comfortable pet sitting for cats and other friendly pets.

I am trustworthy, dependable, and always put the safety and well-being of the children and pets in my care first. Families can count on me to be punctual, respectful, and provide reliable, attentive care whenever they need it. I have just finished year 11 meaning I have a lot of free time allowing me to have more opportunities to babysit or pet sit. I have previously sang and visited care homes during Christmas time and sang carols to support and help the elderly. (it was super fun). Being a leader within my student council allowed me to prioritise the safety and well-being of my peers and younger years.

My skills and interests:

  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

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Hannah Kendrick

Hannah Kendrick
Gosport, England

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

Need a trustworthy babysitter?

Hello my name is Hannah. I have experience working with children through work experience and volunteering. I used to work at a breakfast and after school club . I have babysat for a family friend before. I also have experience with autism as both of my brothers are autistic. I am trustworthy, reliable and empathetic. I love listening to music and watching movies. I love reading and would happily read and play with children. If you have pets than that isn't a problem either I love all animals and even have a french bulldog of my own . I currently work a zero hour contract so I am flexible with what hours I work meaning that we can find what schedule works best for us. I am more than happy to meet up so you can get to know me, If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter, Nanny £10/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)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

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

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Pet sitting £10 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision

Dog walking £20 / 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)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

My availability

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

I can travel within Gosport 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

My credentials

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

  • 3 years experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • 3 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 19 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I have a DBS check. I did work experience in year 10 at a primary school. I volunteered for a year at squirrels scout club. I have babysat a family friends for a few years who are now 10 year old and 16 year old (who has ADHD and tourretes). I also have two brothers (16) who are both autistic who I have looked after throughout the years.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Video

Contact Hannah For Free

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Nyiema Murray
Crawley, England

Activity summary

Member since: Jan 2025

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny, Au pair £8/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 5 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

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

Pet sitting £5 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens

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)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Crawley 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
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

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

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • Bachelor of early childhood education (currently studying)
  • 13 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking

Contact Nyiema For Free

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Scarlett Bailham
Brighton and Hove, England

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2026

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter £9/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 6 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

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

I can provide special needs care

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

Household duties I can do:

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

Pet sitting £8 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

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

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

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Brighton and Hove for work.

I'm available for:

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

My credentials

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

  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Design

Contact Scarlett For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Dog walking

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Babysitting Pay Rates Horsham, England, United Kingdom (Updated 9 Aug 2026)

Horsham babysitters are paid an average of £12.54 per hour as of August 2026, which is 1.1% higher than the English average of £12.41, and 0.3% higher than the United Kingdom average of £12.51. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Horsham.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Horsham:
£11.40 £12.54 £13.68
England:
£11.28 £12.41 £13.54
United Kingdom:
£11.37 £12.51 £13.64

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Special Needs Care Our Babysitters Can Offer

Find a babysitter who has the right skills that match the special needs of your child. Our babysitters can offer care for the following conditions:

  • Food allergies
  • Diabetes
  • Asthma
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) / Conduct Disorder (CD)
  • Anxiety disorder
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Down syndrome
  • Intellectual disabilities
  • Deaf / hard of hearing
  • Visual impairments
  • Sleep disorders

Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Special Needs Babysitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a special needs babysitter so you can feel confident your child will be safe, supported, and happy.

1. Look for relevant experience

Choose babysitters who have worked with children with similar diagnoses, behaviors, or medical needs.

2. Check training and certifications

Ask about CPR, first aid, and any specialized training (e.g., administering medication, ABA therapy, seizure response).

3. Ask detailed questions

Discuss how they would handle meltdowns, medical emergencies, or communication challenges.

4. Request references

Speak to families of children with special needs they’ve cared for before.

5. Arrange a meet-and-greet

Observe how they interact with your child and whether they connect in a patient, caring way.

6. Be clear about routines

Provide written instructions for meals, bedtime, medications, and calming strategies.

7. Communicate about triggers and supports

Share sensory sensitivities, behavioral strategies, and comfort items.

8. Confirm reliability

Ensure they can commit to consistent care and handle unexpected situations calmly.

9. Start with short sessions

Begin with trial sittings so your child and babysitter can build trust gradually.

10. Trust your instincts

Choose someone who shows genuine empathy, patience, and respect for your child’s individuality.


Special Needs Babysitter Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing special needs babysitter candidates to help you find someone who’s skilled, patient, and the right fit for your child.

Experience & Background

  • What experience do you have caring for children with special needs?
  • Have you worked with children who have [your child’s specific condition, e.g., autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, epilepsy]?
  • How do you adapt your caregiving style to different needs and abilities?
  • Can you share an example of a challenging situation you faced and how you handled it?

Skills & Training

  • Are you certified in CPR and first aid?
  • Have you had training in behavior management, sensory support, or therapies (ABA, speech, occupational)?
  • Are you comfortable assisting with mobility equipment, feeding tubes, or other medical supports?
  • Are you willing to learn specific care techniques unique to my child?

Communication

  • How do you communicate with children who use alternative methods (signs, devices, gestures)?
  • How do you handle situations where a child has difficulty expressing their needs or emotions?
  • How do you communicate updates and concerns with parents?

Safety & Emergency Preparedness

  • How would you handle a medical emergency, seizure, or allergic reaction?
  • Are you comfortable administering medication, if needed?
  • How do you ensure safety during outings, play, or transitions?

Routines & Behavior

  • How do you approach meltdowns, overstimulation, or behavioral challenges?
  • Are you comfortable following strict routines, or do you prefer flexibility?
  • How do you encourage independence while keeping the child safe?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about working with children with special needs?
  • What qualities make you a good fit for our family and our child?
  • How do you stay patient and positive in stressful situations?