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Special Needs Babysitters Takanini, Auckland (Contact for Free)

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Warren Knibbs

Warren Knibbs
Auckland

Activity summary

Member since: Nov 2023

Welcome message:

Hi I am 26 years old from the UK, I'm in New Zealand on a working holiday visa. I have over 8 years of experience working with children of all ages. From babies to teenagers. I've worked for alot of families back in London and we have grown a good relationship and they use me again and again. I also have worked in a nursery with babies to 5 years old. Also worked as a senior qualified kayaking instructor working with kids 8 and above. I absolutely love what I do, I'm very passionate, I am great with kids, I'm very caring and always love to make the children feel safe and secure. Also love to build good relationships with the children and the parents. Your children I promise you are is safe and capable hands. I am also experienced working with children with disabilities, worked with all ages. Worked with low function Autism and also high function Autism. Also other disabilities.

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny, Au pair $30/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
  • Toilet training
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Running errands

Pet sitting $30 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-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
  • 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:

  • 8 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Asthma training
    • Water safety training
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 28 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I have my Level 2 childcare NVQ (UK qualification) I have worked with all ages feom new born to teenagers for over 8 years. I've worked for alot of families in London. I've worked in a nursery with babies to 5 years. Also worked as a senior qualified kayaking instuctor.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Computers

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Arabella Davidson
Auckland

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2026

Welcome message:

Hello, wonderful parents! 😊 My name is Arabella Davidson, and I’m a Year 12 student at Henderson High School. I truly enjoy cooking, baking, and keeping things tidy. I’ve found that my calm and nurturing nature helps me connect well with children, something that many have kindly pointed out to me.

My goal is to create a fun, warm, and inviting environment for your little ones, ensuring they feel happy and comfortable. Plus, if you ever need someone to stay overnight while you're working late, I would be more than happy to help!

On school days, I’m available from 4 PM to 10 PM. On weekends and holidays, I’m free from 9 AM to 11 PM or even later if you need. I look forward to the opportunity of spending time with your children!

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter $26.03/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)

Childcare duties I can do:

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

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Food allergies
    • Diabetes
    • Asthma
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) / Conduct Disorder (CD)
    • Anxiety disorder
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
    • Down syndrome
    • Intellectual disabilities
    • Dyslexia
    • Physical disabilities
    • Sleep disorders

Household duties I can do:

  • Laundry / washing

Pet sitting $24.05 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Cleaning litter boxes
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $17 / hour

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

Other services I can provide

  • Elderly care / companionship

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
  • Public holidays
  • Overnight jobs
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

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

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

I am a Year 12 student at Henderson High School, studying at level two. I have experience caring for my little sister (ages 7-11), my little cousin (ages 13-14), and my mother's friend's child (ages 6 and up). I am confident in looking after children from 5 months to 14 years old. I am available to stay overnight on weekends, during school holidays, and on public holidays. I can cook, clean, change diapers, and manage tantrums effectively. I can cook, clean, change diapers, and handle tantrums.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Animals
  • Cooking

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Nawalage Don Jeewani Ranjika Per
Auckland

Activity summary

Member since: Dec 2025

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $30/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)

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

I can provide home daycare (at my place)

  • Home daycare
    • Part-time daycare
    • Drop-in / occasional daycare
    • School holiday daycare

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • 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
    • Dyslexia
    • Epilepsy / tics
    • Physical disabilities
    • Deaf / hard of hearing
    • Visual impairments
    • Sleep disorders

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • Maths tutoring
    • Science tutoring

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • 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:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • 10 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Bachelor of early childhood education (completed)
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 46 years old
    • Driver's license
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English, Russian, and Tamil

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Writing

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Ella
Auckland

Activity summary

Member since: Apr 2025

Welcome message:

Hi I am Ella! I am 23 years old and just finished university studying bachelor of health science. I currently work with young people with intellectual disabilities and I love it! I love children and young people and working with them! I also love sports and the outdoors. Looking forward to meeting you soon :)

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper $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
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • 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

Dog sitting $18 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

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 dogs)

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:

  • 8 years experience working with children
    • First aid training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 25 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English

I have a bachelor of health science.

My skills and interests:

  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature

Contact Ella For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

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Precious Tulima
Takanini, Auckland

Activity summary

Member since: Oct 2024

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter $24/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 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • 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:

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

Pet sitting $24 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Dog walking $24 / 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)

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Takanini 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
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

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

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Fitness

Contact Precious 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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Babysitting Pay Rates Takanini, Auckland, New Zealand (Updated 18 Aug 2026)

Takanini babysitters are paid an average of $27.09 per hour as of August 2026, which is 0.4% lower than the Auckland average of $27.20, and 8% higher than the New Zealand average of $25.09. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Takanini.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Takanini:
$24.63 $27.09 $29.56
Auckland:
$24.73 $27.20 $29.68
New Zealand:
$22.81 $25.09 $27.37

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data. Prices are shown in New Zealand dollars (NZD). If you republish our rates please credit kidsit.com 😊

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



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?