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Wedding Babysitters New Plymouth, Taranaki (Contact for Free)

Hire a wedding babysitter (or two) to keep children safe, entertained, and cared for, so parents and guests can fully relax and enjoy your special day. See our Pay Rates.

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Ahi Hutchings

Ahi Hutchings
New Plymouth, Taranaki

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Last seen: 5 days ago Member since: Jan 2025

Kia Ora! My name is Ahi

I have around 5 years combined experience babysitting and working in childcare. My previous job was as a preschool relief teacher (casual and unqualified) where I was working for a year. I currently work as a casual resource worker at Oranga Tamariki. I have experience working with ages ranging from 6 months old to 17 years old. I’m looking for some casual evening babysitting. Look forward to hearing from you and getting to know you and your whanau

Wedding Babysitter, Babysitter, Nanny $20/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)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • 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

I can do tutoring

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

Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

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)

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
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

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

I can travel within New Plymouth for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

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Morn

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Day

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Arvo

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Eve.

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Nite

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I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays

My credentials

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

  • 5 years experience working with children
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Asthma training
  • 3 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 20 years old
    • Driver's license
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English

I attended Sacred Heart Girls College New Plymouth, completed my NCEA levels 1-3, I excelled in the creative subjects

My skills and interests:

  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Writing

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Haylee Sanger
New Plymouth, Taranaki

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Member since: Oct 2024

Welcome message:

I have always had a love for kids and I enjoy babysitting a lot. Being able to play with them and help them to learn as well as having fun is something I enjoy very much.

Wedding Babysitter, Babysitter, Nanny $15/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)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Care for puppies

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of New Plymouth 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

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Eve.

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Nite

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I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

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

  • 3 years experience working with children
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Bachelor of early childhood education (currently studying)
  • 2 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I have my first aide certificate and I did Educare for a term where I was placed in a primary school doing teacher aiding so I have a lot of experience. I have also been doing babysitting for family members and people I have found through listings for about a year.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking

Contact Haylee 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 New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand (Updated 18 Nov 2025)

New Plymouth babysitters are paid an average of $26.13 per hour as of November 2025, which is 5.5% higher than the New Zealand average of $24.77. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in New Plymouth.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
New Plymouth:
$23.75 $26.13 $28.50
New Zealand:
$22.52 $24.77 $27.02

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


Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Wedding Babysitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a wedding babysitter to make sure the little guests are happy and the adults can celebrate stress-free.

1. Hire early

Secure babysitters well in advance, as weddings often fall on busy weekends.

2. Check experience

Choose sitters with proven childcare experience, ideally with multiple children and event settings.

3. Run background checks

Verify references, qualifications, and certifications (like CPR and first aid). See our guides for more information:

4. Ask about ratios

Make sure there are enough sitters for the number and ages of children attending. You may need to hire multiple wedding babysitters.

5. Clarify duties

Define whether babysitters are supervising during the ceremony, reception, or in a separate childcare room.

6. Provide entertainment

Ensure babysitters bring or can organize age-appropriate games, crafts, and activities.

7. Discuss meals

Plan ahead for kid-friendly food and snacks that babysitters can easily serve.

8. Set boundaries

Decide on locations where kids will stay (kids’ corner, separate room, outdoor space) and communicate rules.

9. Plan for bedtime

If the reception runs late, arrange a quiet area or sleeping setup for younger children.

10. Keep parents informed

Make sure babysitters have contact numbers and a system for reaching parents quickly if needed.

Wedding Babysitter Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing wedding babysitter candidates to narrow down your list.

Childcare Experience

  • Have you babysat at weddings or large events before?
  • What ages of children do you have the most experience with?
  • How many children are you comfortable caring for at once?
  • Have you ever handled group care (crafts, games, or activities for multiple kids)?

Responsibilities & Activities

  • What kinds of activities would you plan to keep kids entertained during a wedding?
  • Are you comfortable supervising children in both indoor and outdoor spaces?
  • Can you manage transitions (like moving kids from the ceremony area to a kids’ room)?
  • How would you handle children who don’t want to be separated from their parents?

Safety & Health

  • Are you certified in CPR and first aid?
  • How do you handle food allergies or dietary restrictions?
  • What would you do if a child became upset, sick, or injured during the event?
  • How do you ensure safety in busy, distracting environments like a reception?

Communication

  • How do you keep parents informed throughout the evening?
  • What’s your approach if a child is struggling and wants their parent?
  • How would you handle conflicts between children?

Logistics & Availability

  • Are you available for the full duration of the wedding (ceremony through reception)?
  • Are you comfortable staying late into the evening or overnight if needed?
  • Do you require a set space (like a kids’ room) or can you adapt to different setups?
  • Do you work solo, or do you recommend bringing additional sitters for larger groups?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about babysitting at events?
  • How do you handle high-energy or shy children in a new setting?
  • Why do you think you’d be a good fit for our wedding?

Wedding Babysitter Checklist

Use this checklist to plan the perfect wedding babysitting and ensure it runs smoothly on the day.

Before the Wedding

▢ Hire babysitters early (book several months in advance).

▢ Verify babysitter references, experience, and background checks.

▢ Confirm CPR and first-aid certification.

▢ Determine how many babysitters are needed based on the number and ages of children.

▢ Decide where childcare will take place (kids’ room, kids’ corner, separate area, hotel room, etc.).

▢ Collect all parent contact information and emergency contacts.

▢ Ask parents for allergy, medical, and special needs details.

▢ Plan kid-friendly meals, snacks, and drinks.

▢ Prepare entertainment (toys, crafts, games, books, movies).

▢ Arrange sleep/quiet areas for young children if the reception runs late.

On the Wedding Day

▢ Babysitters arrive early to set up and meet parents/children.

▢ Check children in and confirm parent details.

▢ Label kids’ belongings (bags, bottles, coats, etc.).

▢ Provide age-appropriate activities (crafts, coloring, games, movies).

▢ Keep a first-aid kit and emergency numbers handy.

▢ Serve meals/snacks at scheduled times.

▢ Rotate play, rest, and quiet time to keep kids engaged.

▢ Maintain a safe and secure environment at all times.

▢ Communicate with parents if any issues arise.

▢ Check children out to the correct parent/guardian at the end of the event.