Babysitters in Balmain East, NSW

Hi I'm Emily, I’m a qualified early childhood educator with 10 years of professional experience, offering calm, reliable, and high-quality care for children from 4 months to primary school age. I bring extensive experience across early learning centres, volunteer work, in-home babysitting, nannying, and family support. I’m confident supporting routines, caring for multiple children, and creating safe, nurturing environments where children feel secure and supported. I’m highly attuned to children’s emotional needs and cues. Supporting them to feel safe in a warm environment, supporting children to regulate their emotions, help redirect behaviour positively, and navigate big emotions and energy through play. Qualifications & safety training include: Certificate III in Children’s Services Qualified Children’s Yoga Teacher Current First Aid and CPR Asthma and Anaphylaxis Management training Royal Life Saving Australia certificate Perform Water Rescues - Keeping children safe in water Families describe me as calm, trustworthy, and easy to communicate with. I value consistency, professionalism, and building strong, respectful relationships with both children and parents. I offer quality care for families seeking an experienced, emotionally attuned, and highly qualified caregiver. Also providing age appropriate experiences, games activities and educational resources and toys as part of care. I am more than happy and open in discussing an hourly rate that suits you. My suggested hourly rate is only on the premise of my experience, insurance cover and skill set, and the number of children in my care.

Hi families! My name is Monique, and I am a 28-year-old professional and health science student living locally in Paddington. I work as an English teacher and am looking to support local families with reliable part-time and casual babysitting and weekend care. As a mature-age student, I offer a calm, organised, and highly responsible environment for your children. I love creativity, tutoring, and helping kids engage in fun, educational, and creative activities. Because I work as an English teacher, I have experience working with over 15 children at one time, as well as experience teaching children that English is their second language. I am completely non-smoking, have my drivers license, and can easily provide current Working With Children Checks (WWCC) and police clearances. I look forward to becoming a trusted extension of your family support network here in the neighborhood!

I’m 32 and a Sydney local (alum Roseville College 2011). I have long-term experience (joined this website in 2012) - supporting a variety of families throughout Sydney, caring for babies, neurodivergent children and multiple children at once, as well as many furbabies. I’m comfortable with busy households and changing routines, and happy to help with organising, tidying, groceries and pets in the day on a regular basis. I'm great with homework, reading and confidence tasks. I'm proactive about creative and engaging activities. Great with arts and crafts, ball games in the garden or at the park and the like. I have a WWCC, clean driving record and a modern, reliable 4 door Kia. I am taking a 2-3 year sabbatical from my work as a designer and therapist - I’m looking for a family to stay with for at least a year, becoming a familiar face your children look forward to seeing ☺️ References available.

Hi! I’m Tayla. I’m a friendly, active and responsible person with lots of experience working with children. I’ve worked in swim schools throughout my working career, teaching children aged 1–16, which has given me plenty of experience keeping kids safe, engaged and having fun. I’m also a competitive water polo player, currently part of the Australian team and playing for Balmain Water Polo Club, while also studying. I’ve spent lots of time caring for children through both my work and babysitting for family and friends. I’m confident with all different ages and love creating a fun, comfortable and safe environment for kids.

My name is Jess and I am 34 years old! I am a happy, positive, warm, bubbly woman that has a great passion for babies and children. I am caring, honest and reliable. I have a degree in paediatric nursing and over 10+ years of nannying experience. I am extremly confident with babies and children of all ages. Over the years I have obtained a range of different nannying positions. I have medical and non medical experience. I am very organised and clean and treat every baby / child as if it was my very own. I have had nanny Jobs in Sydney, Tasmania, London and Spain.

Hi! My name is Eva, I’m 19 years old and I’m currently an au pair for a lovely family, where I take care of a 5-year-old and 2-year-old twin girls! I absolutely love my job and I’d love to fill my free time with some extra babysitting too :)

Hi, my name is Neve May and i have recently graduated highschool. I am 18 years old on my green Ps with a clean licence. I have been babysititng since i was 14 and work with kids coaching sport. I am a fun and outgoing person who will always ensure things run smoothly and am reliable.

Hi my name is Amelia! I am 20 years old, i have had 4 years experience nannying and babysitting with a range of ages! I love kids and would love to babysit more! I have a flexible schedule as I am currently in my first year of uni after taking a gap year after high school. I currently nanny a few families in my local area and have a great time helping families out! I am fun, loving and caring and am excited to gain more experience💖💖 i am excited to start babysitting once again!

Hi there! I’m Ariel, a young professional actor and dancer from New York, USA living in Sydney for the next few months to study with and work for a dance company. I grew up on a farm as the youngest of 5 children and have been working as a baby sitter for over 10 years. I am highly skilled in playing dress up and make believe, doing arts and crafts, and responsibly caring for little ones while encouraging their sense of curiosity and play.

I love interacting with babies and children! I have Certificate III in Children's Services. I've worked as a casual babysitter, p/t nanny, early childhood educator (age 0-6), & primary School Learning Support for 15+ years, learn-to-swim teacher (age 3+) and dance teacher (age 2-5, primary & adult) as well as raising my own 2 children who are now working. Qualities: reliable, honest, intelligent, common sense, kind, patient, great rapport; fun, love, learning and empowerment, balanced with clear choices/boundaries. Considerable experience working with children with special needs. Used visual aids (PECS, Makaton, Auslan signs), sign alphabet. I sing/sign a few songs. Tube feeding. Assessment/Behaviour Intervention training. 2016-now: P/t nanny, babysitting, mother’s help. Casual: childcare agency. 2023-26: Mentor in high school 2015: Casual: primary schools & childcare agency; babysitting. 2013-2014: F/t, children with additional needs in primary school. 2007-2012: Early Childhood Educator employed In long daycare centre

My name is Lucinda, Im 24, I graduated from St Vincents College in 2020 and Im currently studying a Masters of Nutrition and Dietetics at the University of Sydney. I have 5 years experience in childcare. I have 1 year experience as an after school care supervisor where I looked after children aged 5-11 years old. I also have almost 4 years of experience nannying children as young as 6 months to 13 years old where I have worked closely with 2 families (in Mosman and Camperdown) during my studies. I am currently looking for some temporary work from November to end of January. I have to do unpaid placement as part of my degree next year, so I am looking to get in as much work as possible before then.

Hi, I am Allegra! I am a uni student at the University of Sydney studying biology! I am passionate about nature, animals, sports, fitness, arts and crafts and writing! I have lots of work experience at an after school care facility, and nannying/babysitting for multiple families. My background is Australian and Brazilian and I study Italian at uni as well. I am a Sydney local and love the city life! I am based in the inner west. I would be delighted to help your family out! I am very available in the evenings as well. :)

Hi! I’m a responsible, caring, and friendly babysitter with a genuine love for working with children. I have just graduated from high school and will be going into primary school teaching at uni next year. I’m reliable, patient, and always aim to create a fun, safe, and positive environment where kids feel comfortable and supported. I’m happy to help with playtime, homework, bedtime routines, meal preparation, and light household tasks if needed. I’m organised, trustworthy, and understand the importance of keeping parents updated while they’re away. I enjoy building strong connections with children and making sure they have a great while staying safe.

Hi, I’m Harper! 😊 I’m 23 and a caring, reliable and friendly babysitter with a genuine love for working with children. I’ve been looking after children my whole life, starting with my younger siblings and continuing through babysitting for families. I also have experience working in support work, which has taught me how to confidently manage a household, prepare meals, keep children safe and create a calm, positive environment. I’ve studied psychology, youth counselling and mental health, which has given me a strong understanding of children’s cognitive and emotional development and how important it is to support each child as an individual. I’m happy to help with school runs, meals, homework, playtime, bedtime routines and keeping the house tidy. I’m creative, patient and love getting children involved in fun activities rather than just putting them in front of a screen. I hold my WWCC, First Aid and CPR and take the responsibility of caring for children very seriously. I’d love the opportunity to get to know your family and become someone you can trust and rely on!

I am working in Daycare currently and have 4 years experiences with children from 4 month - 5 years old. In my job I am familiar with the routine such as meal, sleeping strategy, play and build relationship with children. I am enjoying my play and engagement with the babies and toddlers. Happy to have a parents supervision first on the trial with payment.

Hi, I'm Chiara I'm a third-year Primary Education student with a genuine love for working with children. Through my university placements and previous childcare experience, I've cared for children of different ages, so I'm confident I can support children of all ages. I'm easy-going, patient, and dependable, and I enjoy keeping kids busy with fun activities, outdoor play, crafts, reading, or helping with homework. I love building genuine connections with the children I care for and creating a happy, safe environment where children feel comfortable and supported. I have a Working With Children Check, First Aid, CPR, and Child Protection training. I’m also pet-friendly and happy to help in homes with pets. Additionally I'd be happy to help/support with any homework or school based work!!

Hello families! I have over 10 years of childcare experience and have worked with children from 9 months to 14 years old. I am a calm, caring, and fun nanny. My main priority is helping children feel safe, comfortable, and free to express themselves while also having fun and enjoying their time.

Hello! I'm Nicole, a 20 year old international uni student. I love kids, I am passionate about education in general but especially early and youth education. Fun fact about me is I have 9 siblings, so we are 10 kids in my family; 5 girls and 5 boys! I already do babysitting on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and I am looking to pick up extra shifts where available. I am also a Sunday School Teacher at my church and I have lots of nephews and nieces, my elder sisters have families so I really enjoy being around kids, they are my most favorite humans :3

Hi Mums & Dads, My name is Carmen, 35 years old, Dutch/Australian and have 15+ years of experience in looking after children. I came to Australia 11 years ago from the Netherlands to be an au pair and stayed with the family for two & half years. In that time they have become part of my family. After finishing up with them I have worked as a nanny for multiple families around the Inner West. The children I have looked after where in different age groups from 2 weeks old till 14 years of age. I love my job as a nanny as you build up such a special bond with the kids. I love taking the kids out on day trips, going to the park, doing arts & crafts, playing with them, reading them stories & cooking /baking with them.This all depending on age of course. Next to looking after the children, I can help out with house duties, running errands and preparing meals for the whole family, And of course happy to help wherever I can for babysitting nights. In my personal time I love to spend time with my friends/Sydney family, cook/bake, doing puzzles, colouring in, looking after my plant collection, listening to music, going into nature & photography. I have a WWCC, police check, Australian citizenship, drivers license, fully vaccinated and happy to obtain a new first aid certificate but of course know all the basics/needs a parent would have too. I am fluent in Dutch & English. Reference available on request. My availability is from the 19th of October till the 15th of December on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Fridays, weekends & babysitting nights on request. And maybe some extra time in the new year if needed. I'm also available for adhoc casual babysitting so please feel free to reach out if you are in need of some help. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Hi there!! I am a 19 years old bilingual (English/German) carer, with a professional background as a swim instructor for children aged 3-15, alongside experience as an academic tutor. I play piano at a grade 8 level, so would be happy to provide lessons upon request! I bring a calm and comforting approach to childcare, and am confident in managing daily routines. I enjoy engaging kids through play, music, language immersion and academic support, tailoring my approach to each child. My rate reflects bilingual conversation/tutoring, piano lessons and swim instruction on request, offering families genuine enrichment beyond standard supervision.

I am a friendly, reliable and caring professional who currently works part-time in a physiotherapy clinic. Through this role, I have developed strong communication skills, patience and the ability to work confidently with families and children of all ages. I am highly organised, responsible and comfortable supporting daily routines while creating a safe, calm and positive environment. I have extensive experience in long-term nannying, including caring for children over extended periods and becoming a trusted part of the family. Alongside childcare, I have provided household support such as light cleaning, meal preparation, school drop-offs and pickups, and general organisation. I am also very comfortable with pet care, including feeding, walking and looking after pets as part of daily routines. My background in the health and wellbeing space has given me a strong understanding of child development, safe movement and injury prevention, and I enjoy engaging children in active, creative and age-appropriate activities. I am known for being warm, dependable and proactive, and I take pride in supporting families by making their day-to-day life easier while ensuring children feel safe, supported and cared for.

Hi. My name is Lisa and I'm a mum with a grown up family and I'm living in Glebe. My beautiful grand daughter Raffa has just turned four. I adore children and their company and even though I am grown up- I love to play and think of creative things to do!! As a freelance child and family photographer- I have a flexible schedule which child minding works in very well with. I am experienced and confident with newborns, babies and older children as well. I am a very patient and gentle person, have good humour and am reliable. Having been a working, single mum, I know what needs to be done... People I have known and worked for have been very kind and generous in their references. Please feel free to read them or contact them if you like... I am not available to be a full time carer. Casual babysitting only.

I live in Pyrmont and am a mature professional nanny with over fifteen years experience, working for professional couples. I understand the importance of being punctual, committed, loving, kind and very attentive towards baby's and toddler’s. I am a creative, happy, caring and patient person and I am relaxed around children and really enjoy their company. I take my role as a carer very seriously and love teaching children and watching them learn and grow. I provide Interactive creative play, water play, learning through music, dance and art. I also have age appropriate activities that will help stimulate imaginations of babies and toddlers as I take great interest in their development I have skills with baby settling, food prep, toilet training etc. and absolutely adore babies. I really do enjoy caring for baby's and toddlers. I have worked in the cooperate world and much prefer what I do now. It is my choice of work From February 2026, I was taking care of a sweet active 3 year old boy, two days a week.i ceased work in late August, 2026, as he went into full time day care. From September 2025 I was caring for my grandson in Melbourne. My grandson was little MJ in the musical production and while my daughter was completing her Masters, I took care of my grandson. January 2024, caring for 2⁹ month old, beautiful toddler girl at Rozelle. I started taking care of her when she was 11 months old. I ceased work inJune 2025, as sweetheart started daycare From 2023 I had been caring for two sweet sisters in Lilyfield, same family as 2021 From December 2021, I had been caring for two lovely girls in Lilyfield, two days a week. In 2022 I was then caring for a sweet boy in Surry Hills, two days a week. This job ceased, as the lovely family moved to Dural. From 2023 I had been caring for two sweet sisters in Lilyfield, same family as 2021. I was caring for a beautiful boy from February 2019 until November 2021. I was working from 2 to 3 days a week and started when baby was 1 month old, up until he was 3 years old.. The lovely family wanted a live in carer, which I was not able to fulfill. From October 2015 to October 2019 I was caring for the most amazing soul. I started caring for him at ten months the old, until he started school at Newtown. From September 2013, I was taking care of a beautiful 2 month old boy, from Bondi. I ceased caring for him in October, 2015, when he was 26 months. (plus two indoor dogs).The beautiful toddler started full time day care, in early October 2015, so I no longer needed to care for him. From March 2000 to July 2013, I was taking care of a beautiful baby boy from four months old. I provided all care for him, including overnight stays, when parents had to travel overseas. I also travelled to America, assisting the wonderful mother care for her son.

Hi! I’m Pieta, a 2nd year university student studying medical science and law. I love working with kids, and have many years of experience in babysitting young children, and coaching toddlers and early primary school aged kids in multisport, cricket, netball, and dance. I am also a surf lifesaver with first aid/CPR training and qualifications! I can speak basic Italian as well as fluent English, although I am always keen to learn new skills and languages.