Babysitters in Melbourne, VIC

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Tess M

placeWatsonia
star_outline68 Jobs (47 Ratings)
sms1 day Response Rate
accessibilitySpecial Needs
Hi brave and busy families! If you are looking for some support at home, or some grown up time out, I'm here to help. I applaud you reaching out! It's not always easy managing the juggle. With almost 20 years experience as a professional nanny of children ranging from new born to 19 years, plus 10 years and counting as a parent myself, I can empathise and offer real and practical assistance. I have qualifications in Early Childhood Education; Education Support; and Animal Studies (handy for those fur kids!) My special interests are supporting mother and baby in the early days at home; neuro-divergent families, especially ASD and ADHD; and home organisation to streamline your enjoyment of your relaxation time. I believe in leaving a space neater than I found it, so always make time to tidy living areas, wash dishes and wipe down the kitchen after my young friends have gone to sleep. Please reach out if you are looking for top quality care for your children and your home. I endeavour to meet you over a cuppa to break the ice and discuss your family's needs prior to your first booking, which can sometimes feel rushed and emotional. My availability is generally: *evenings after 5.30pm, 7 days p/w *ad hoc weekends (Sorry, weekdays are currently fully booked) I'm always happy to check my schedule if you are in need. Please note, I share my home with a variety of pets which may impact families with animal related allergies. Best to be safe! I'm looking forward to supporting your family! Tess
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Effie K

placePascoe Vale South
star_outline70 Jobs (67 Ratings)
sms1 Day Response Rate
accessibilitySpecial Needs
Hi there families, I am a reliable trustworthy engaging, friendly, fun, and experienced Early Childhood Educator. I have worked with children aged 0-6 years of age in Long Day Care, Kindergartens and in Ocassional Care for over 20 years. I have worked both full time at a Centre in North Carlton And l have also done Agency work where l would do shifts at various Child Care Centres Kindergarten and Before/ After School Care around Melbourne. Agency work required me to take up shifts at late notice and therefore l was required to be flexible, quick thinking and comfortable visiting Centres, Kindergartens and schools which l had not been too before. I enjoyed working at various centres as it gave me a glimpse of the various high quality centres out there in our community. l have also worked at a local primary school as an Education Support Worker. I mostly worked with students with additional needs in the class room.l did this for several years. In this role l primarily supported students with Autism, Intellectual/ Physical Disabilities and with Down Syndrome. I found my role as an Education Suppor Worker to be rewarding and fulfilling and l enjoyed assisting students in reaching their full potential academically and socially with their peers. Feel free to get in contact with me with any further questions you may have about my experience or qualifications. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. QUALIFICATIONS . Diploma in Children s Services ( Early Childhood ) ,,(Swinburne University ) . Certificate 4 in Education Support ( RMIT University ) . Graduate Certificate in Pre/ Post Natal Care) ( Swinburne University )
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Liv H

placeWindsor
star_outline22 Jobs (18 Ratings)
sms1 Day Response Rate
medical_servicesQualification
Nanny | Baby & Toddler Specialist | Babysitter | Family Support Rates below | *Please see my reviews and references* I provide warm, reliable care for babies from 8 weeks, toddlers and children through kindergarten and beyond. Babies and young children are my specialty. I offer calm, nurturing care tailored to each child and family, including support with transitions into childcare. I also help households run smoothly with meal preparation, children’s laundry, general tidying, organisation, shopping and pet care. Experienced with neurodivergent children and diverse family circumstances, I bring a calm, consistent approach built on trust, clear communication and reliability. I’ve supported a wide range of Melbourne families, including medical professionals, sole parents, LGBTQ+ and surrogacy families, high-profile households and families navigating separation. Non-smoker and non-drinker, I’m organised, proactive and dependable. Families describe me as calm, trustworthy and a genuine addition to their household. SERVICES * Baby and infant care * Daytime nannying * Evening babysitting * Overnight care (POA) * Family support and household organisation * Pet and house sitting (via Mad Paws) RATES * Evening babysitting: $35–$45/hr * Daytime nannying: $40–$60/hr * Rates depend on children’s ages and numbers, shift length and household duties. * Overnights and weekends: POA CREDENTIALS * Valid Working with Children Check (expires 20 June 2029) * Professionally checked Juggle Street references * Former professional driver with a full, clean licence and advanced defensive driving experience Parent Testimonials- further available via email Dr Nadia C. – Paediatrician (Port Melbourne) “Liv was the first babysitter with our daughter and was absolutely wonderful. We now have a second baby, and I’ve felt completely comfortable leaving our 8-week-old with her. She is incredibly experienced, caring, proactive, trustworthy, and somehow manages to refresh the kitchen and household while caring for the children. I feel our children are in very safe hands. This is the highest praise I can give.” Dr Sian R. & Dr Dave H. – Veterinarians (Elwood 5 years) “Liv is a true professional with a wealth of experience. She is kind, thoughtful, honest, reliable, mature, highly organised, and wonderful with children. She goes above and beyond in every aspect of her role, and any family would benefit enormously from her experience and expertise. I would recommend her in a heartbeat.” Peter & Lou – (Albert Park 2 years) “Liv has been with our son since he was 8 weeks old. She is organised, innovative, loving, hardworking, and completely trustworthy. We’ve relied on her for full-time care and overnight stays, and we’ve never worried for a moment. We cannot recommend her highly enough.” J & M Cannon September 2026 To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to provide a reference for Liv H, who has been working with our family as a nanny since August 2025 and continues to do so. Liv currently cares for our youngest daughter, M, one full day each week, and during school holidays she also looks after our eldest daughter, B. Our girls are now 18 months and 5 years old. Throughout her time with us, Liv has also cared for both children together for full days and has completed multiple overnight stays with both girls in her care. She has always demonstrated a calm, capable and nurturing approach, and our children are extremely comfortable and happy with her. Liv is confident with all aspects of childcare, including preparing and serving meals, food preparation for the family, bathing, settling, and ensuring the children are engaged in age-appropriate activities. She is incredibly creative and always has thoughtful ideas for play, walks, outings and activities that keep the girls entertained, stimulated and well cared for. One of Liv's standout qualities is that she consistently goes above and beyond. When the children are settled or napping, she is proactive around the home and happily helps with household tasks such as washing, kitchen clean-up, tidying, and food preparation. She also has an exceptional ability to declutter and organise spaces, including cupboards and drawers, and has genuinely made our home feel more manageable and organised. Coming home after Liv has been with the children is always such a nice feeling because everything has been taken care of, allowing me to focus on spending quality time with my girls. Most importantly, Liv is reliable, punctual and completely trustworthy. Her overnight care of our daughters has been particularly memorable for our family. On several occasions, we have been able to go away knowing the girls were in exceptionally capable hands. This was especially meaningful when M was still very young and required overnight feeds, and Liv handled everything with confidence and care, giving us complete peace of mind. In addition to childcare, Liv has also assisted our family with pet sitting while we have been away, including caring for our dog both at our home and at her own. Liv has become a trusted and valued part of our family, and I would not hesitate to recommend her for any nannying position. She is an outstanding caregiver whose warmth, initiative and professionalism make her a wonderful asset to any household. We feel incredibly fortunate to have her supporting our family and would rehire her without hesitation. Please feel free to contact me via email if you would like any further information. Warm regards, JC. LIV HART • NANNY PACK • SEPTEMBER 2026 If you’re looking for an experienced, calm, and dependable nanny who genuinely enjoys supporting both children and parents, I’d love to hear from you. Please feel free to get in touch to discuss your family’s needs or arrange future bookings.
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Fionna M

placeHawthorn East
star_outline10 Jobs (4 Ratings)
sms1 Day Response Rate
medical_servicesQualification
*I have a safe car (a Volvo sedan) I have an excellent driving record with Zero accidents & no demerits in 40 years of driving. *My most recent experience has been caring for a 10 week old baby & his 2 1/2 yr old brother which I really enjoyed until the family left Victoria to go travelling in Australia. The Mum has given me an excellent reference I can share with you. 😁 Hi Families, ✨ It's so lovely to meet you here!✨ I've been working exclusively as a Nanny for over 14 years now yet I have a lifetime of experience caring for infants from newborn, toddlers & up to teens. I am the 1st born of 5 children & was very hands on helping my parents with my younger siblings as my Mother worked as a Nursing Sister & my Father was often traveling overseas in his job as an International Airline Captain. As was common in those days I was left home alone caring for my siblings with the youngest only a baby as she is 12 years younger than me. I have 30 1st cousins so I've been surrounded by children all my life. I've studied Nursing & did Paramedic training as well as working in the Medical field being employed in 3 Melbourne hospitals & several Doctor's Surgeries. All up I've been working in the Medical field for 18 years. I have my WWCC & have done my First Aid Certificate. I have excellent checkable references & my last long-term position involved caring for 2 pre-schoolers for a 2 year term. More recently I cared for 2 young boys of 5 & 11 with the older boy having special needs. I enjoy all age groups as children can teach us so much & I love their enthusiasm for the World around them.. it's infectious!