Babysitters in Essendon West, VIC

Hi, my name is Jo, I am a Preschool Mothercraft Nurse by profession. I have worked in the child care industry for the past 26 years. I have been employed in Child Care Centres, as the room leader. Providing a developmental programme for children which considers individual physical, emotional, social and intellectual needs of the children. For the past 18 years i have been employed as a nanny for various families around Melbourne. I have ample experience working with newborns through to teenagers. Not only do i have professional experince in working with children, i also have personal experience. I have 2 children aged 12yo & 15yo. I have Nanny insurance, Working with children check First Aid Certificate References Thankyou for reading my profile.

Hi, my name is Amber, and I’m 24 years old. I’m currently studying a Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood and Primary at Swinburne University. I have a strong passion for working with children and have previous experience in Suport work as well as OSHC (Before and After School Care). I currently work as a flight attendant and hold a police check, a Working with Children check, and First Aid certification. My casual monthly roster allows me to plan ahead and commit to childcare roles.

Hello! My name is Zoe, I’m currently am an OSHC educator as well as studying to become a primary teacher. I’ve truely found that this is one of my passions caring for children. Aside from this I study two courses, and love to do different activities like cooking and baking, sewing, pottery and painting.

I am a caring, responsible, and punctual nanny with over 15 years of experience in childcare. I am highly organised and genuinely love what I do, bringing a warm, energetic, and nurturing approach to caring for children of all ages and abilities. I build strong, lasting relationships with the families I work with, often staying with them for many years due to their trust and satisfaction with my care. I hold nanny insurance, a valid WWCC, First Aid certification, and an up-to-date immunisation record. References are available upon request.

Hi! I am a reliable and caring babysitter and nanny with a genuine love for working with children. I graduated from Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School and am currently studying Nursing at Australian Catholic University, which has given me a strong foundation in child safety, health, and wellbeing. I have over four years of experience working with children as a coach across Auskick, basketball, and holiday programs, as well as regular babysitting for neighbours, friends, and family. Through these roles, I’ve developed strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to create a fun, safe, and supportive environment for children of different ages. I’m very active and sporty - I play football and basketball and go to the gym regularly - which means I’m more than happy to keep up with energetic kids, get involved in outdoor play, and encourage an active lifestyle. I hold a valid Working With Children Check and First Aid/CPR certification, and I have a driver’s licence with the ability to assist with school or activity pickups when needed. I’m comfortable caring for children across a range of ages, including newborns, toddlers, and primary-school-aged children. I’m friendly, patient, and trustworthy, and I take pride in helping children feel safe, happy, and well cared for. I’m confident assisting with routines such as homework, meal prep, playtime, and bedtime, and I always aim to provide families with peace of mind.

My name is Isabelle Petrecca and I am an 18 year old student who has a passion for learning and helping others. I am currently in my first year of university, studying to become an Occupational Therapist for children. I have found myself with a decent amount of free time that I am desperately trying to fill to keep myself busy during the free period before and when university begins.

Hi all, Hope you have having a wonderful day. Im wanting to offer my assistance within 20kms of Moonee Ponds. I am a support worker of 5 years wanting to also fill my days up with some babysitting (this can be casual or ongoing). I would also be happy to assist as a mothers helper or in household management (laundry, dishes, tidy up, etc) I am often described as easy going, hard working and reliable. While I don’t have much professional experience with babysitting, I do have a lot of informal experience. I often click quickly with kids and it is mentioned to be my parents often. I am comfortable with ages 3 and above. Depending on ages, may be comfortable with up to 3 children. I have my first aid, cpr, WWCC and NDIS screening clearance which I am happy for you to sight. I also have my full drivers licence with comprehensive insurance. Availability - Monday 12-2 Tuesday 11-8 Thursday 11-8 Saturday 11-3 This is slightly flexible so please still contact me if you need help outside these times and I can let you know! I look forward to hearing from anyone interested ☺️

Hi! I’m a caring and reliable student currently pursuing a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education because of my love for working with young children. I genuinely enjoy spending time with babies and kids, and I feel happy and excited being around them. I’m patient, responsible, and love creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment. I’m also happy to help with light household tasks and support daily routines

Hi, I'm Chloe - an 18-year-old university student with experience babysitting children aged 4 to 12. I hold a Bronze Medallion, certifying me in first aid and CPR, and have a background in lifesaving and water safety through Nippers, giving me the skills to keep kids safe in and around the water. Having recently completed high school and currently studying at university, I'm well-equipped to assist with homework and tutoring.

Hi I’m Lizzy. I’ve been a nanny for 15 years now and adore children. I have worked in childcare centres and also as a nanny for many families over the years. I am fully qualified with all certificates and references from previous and current families I have worked for. I am very down to earth, patient, fun, caring and loving, love animals and being out in the great outdoors. I love going on or finding new adventures for children to explore and learn. I have extensive experience with all age children, multiply children, children with allergies and children on the spectrum. Myself I enjoy sports, music, movies and love arts and crafts particularly painting. I am fit healthy and have my own reliable car. 🤗

My name is Amanda. I have worked as a nanny for 28 years caring for children aged 4 weeks to 18 years, here, originally in New Zealand also travelling with families abroad. I'm creative, I love nature and enjoy taking children to activities, parks, museums, zoos or just having fun at home. I'm not big on TV or screens unless of course parents say it's part of their day. If need be I can do house keeping, errands, groceries, general household tasks. I look forward to hearing from you. Amanda.

Hi! I'm Stephanie, an experienced nanny and babysitter with a strong background in childcare, including roles in babysitting, support work, gymnastics coaching, and swim teaching. I find joy in engaging children in fun, creative activities while providing consistent, nurturing care and being a positive presence in their lives. With a degree in Psychology (Honours), I’m excited to support families while pursuing further studies in psychology. I would describe myself as friendly, approachable, reliable and warm. My schedule is flexible and able to accommodate families needs.

Hi families, I'm a primary school teacher currently working as a Casual Relief Teacher (CRT) and am looking to pick up some additional work in the evenings, weekends, and school holidays. I'm also open to daytime shifts alongside my teaching commitments if the hours are the right fit for both myself and your family. Ideally, I'd love to build a strong relationship with a family and become a regular, trusted support person for your children through ongoing work. Before moving into full-time teaching for 3 years, I worked as a nanny for over 10 years with several wonderful families, caring for children ranging from 12 months to 15 years old. My first part-time job was at The Tiny Chef, a children's cooking party venue, where I worked with children aged 2–13, giving me extensive experience supporting and engaging with kids across a variety of ages and settings. Outside of teaching, I love staying active and playing netball. I'm currently coaching two senior teams at Melbourne University and have previously coached junior teams and NetSetGO programs. I enjoy creating fun, positive, and engaging experiences for children, whether that's helping with homework, playing games, doing arts and crafts, getting outdoors, or simply being a reliable and caring presence. I look forward to hearing from you and would love to chat about how I can support your family.

Hello parents! My name is Shiny and I'm currently a university student. I am a final year student studying my bachelor of Nursing. I have acquired many skills in my degree such as first aid + CPR. I have over 2 years of experience working as a tutor and babysitter. I have worked with many families with children of various ages. I'm looking to work with a family long term! I am comfortable with - school drop offs/pick up - cooking - cleaning/chores - pet walking - feeding/changing/burping etc. (for infants) Please don't hesitate to ask if there's anything else that needs to be done. I look forward to hearing from you!

Hi, I’m Monica! I’m 20 years old and have several years of babysitting experience, caring for families before, during, and after school hours. I’ve completed high school and have finished my Certificate III in Education Support, which has strengthened my skills in supporting children’s learning and development and I have continued this by working as an Education supporter in the city. I hold a full driver’s licence and am happy to assist with school pick-ups, drop-offs, and outings. I’m a fun, caring, and reliable nanny who loves the outdoors and creating engaging, positive experiences for children in my care. If you’d like to find out more, please feel free to contact me — I’d love to hear from you.

I am a 19-year-old university student with extensive babysitting experience caring for children of various ages. I am a very caring, responsible and reliable person who genuinely enjoys working with children and creating a safe, fun and supportive environment for them. I am confident with daily routines, meal preparation, bedtime routines and engaging children in activities. I am also happy to provide references upon request.

My name is Nella (Nonna Nella) I am a Diploma qualified childcare worker with over 35 years of experience in various roles in early years education. I am also a mother of two beautiful adult daughters, Services offered: * I offer daytime nanny services for a minimum of 6 hours and a maximum of 12 hours; * l offer postpartum nanny services for new mums. I focus on both the new mother and the newborn. * l offer mother’s helper services where l will supportive and assist a stay home mother. * I offer night nanny services, through this service I aim to provide guidance and support in relation to your child’s sleep needs; * I offer bridal packages designed for families that want extra support on their special day and not have to worry about their children. * I also offer events nannying for birthdays, christenings, engagements, parties etc … * I have additional availability during the school holidays and am happy to work around your schedule. I am a reliable, flexible and enthusiastic person and it is my passion to positively aid in the development of children in the most vital years of their lives. My services offer more than the standard nanny, as I observe and accordingly plan age and stage appropriate activities for the children in my care. I believe I hold the relevant skills and attributes that would make me a suitable carer for your children. Please feel free to send me a message and I will respond to you as soon as possible. Regards, Nonna Nella :) Parents reviews: l currently work or have worked for these clients. Nella started with us nearly 12 months ago now. As soon as I spoke with Nella over the phone I felt an instant connection with her. When we met I knew Nella was going to become apart of our family very quickly. She has such a warm, loving, calming nature which instantly makes you feel comfortable. Nella is so professional when it comes to looking after children and her work. Our children gravitated to Nella and are so comfortable with nonna nella that it makes it so comforting when I have to leave our children I know that there in the best possible care when there in Nella’s care. If you are looking for a professional, loving caring soul like Nella I would highly recommend. We are so greatful that you are apart of our family. Xx **************************** Our children gravitated to Nella and are so comfortable with nonna nella that it makes it so comforting when I have to leave our children I know that there in the best possible care when there in Nella's care. If you are looking for a professional, loving caring soul like Nella I would highly recommend. ******************************* "My husband and I have entrusted Nella with our children for the past four years, and she has truly become an indispensable part of our family. This year, during our overseas trip, we left our two children in Nella's capable hands for three weeks. Her exceptional attention and care for our children gave us tremendous peace of mind, allowing us to fully enjoy our holiday. Nella engaged our girls with stimulating crafts, walks, and a variety of enriching activities that she meticulously planned. Without hesitation, I would highly recommend Nella to anyone seeking the best care for their children. She is a truly beautiful and caring soul, and we consider ourselves incredibly blessed to have her in our lives. Our family simply wouldn't be complete without her”. *************************** Thank you both so much! I honestly cannot express how much appreciation we have for you and for everything you did for us and the kids yesterday. You both helped everything run so smoothly and your kind and caring nature was felt by everyone who saw your interaction with the kids ~ NONNA NELLA WEDDING CLIENT

Hi there! I’m a dedicated and nurturing early childhood professional with many years of experience working with children of all ages. My background includes working in child care centres, schools, private homes, and I’m currently working casually at Tweddle Early Parenting Centre. I’ve also had the joy of helping raise my nieces and nephews—now all grown up—which is a big part of why I truly miss being around babies and young children. I bring a calm, positive, and reliable presence into every home I work in. I genuinely enjoy supporting children as they grow, learn, and develop into their own unique selves. I’m a strong communicator, highly flexible, and a natural multitasker—skills that come from growing up in a big, busy family! I have extensive knowledge of early childhood development and can provide a safe, engaging, and fun environment that suits your child’s individual needs. I’m confident with bedtime routines, including bath time, story time, and settling children for sleep with consistency and care. I’m also happy to help with simple, healthy meal prep and snacks to keep little ones well-fed and happy throughout the day or evening. Whether you're looking for occasional care or more regular support, I’d love to chat further and can meet in person to see if I’m the right fit for your family. Please feel free to reach out with any questions. I look forward to hearing from you!

Hi, My name is Sophie, I’m 22 and based in Melbourne. I’m currently looking for babysitting opportunities with local families. I’m a warm, patient and reliable person who genuinely enjoys spending time with children. I love helping kids learn, play and feel comfortable, and I’m happy to assist with daily routines like meals, bedtime and homework. I understand how important it is for parents to feel confident and at ease, so I always aim to create a safe, fun and supportive environment for your children.

Hello, I am a mature age warm, reliable babysitter based in Melbourne, and a mother myself, so I truly understand how important it is to leave your children with someone you trust and feel comfortable with. I genuinely enjoy spending time with children and creating a calm, happy environment where they feel safe, listened to, and cared for. Whether it’s playing, reading stories, helping with homework, or gently guiding bedtime routines, I aim to make the time feel relaxed and positive for them—and stress free for you. I’m confident preparing simple meals, keeping routines consistent, and leaving your home tidy so you can return to a settled, peaceful space. My approach is patient, nurturing, and attentive. If you’re looking for someone reliable, dependable, experienced, and genuinely caring, I’d love to support your family. I’m available for evening babysitting,  and  weekends. I also love cats and dogs :)

I have worked as a Nanny and babysitter for 25 years. I have mainly worked in a nanny capacity with babies ranging from 5 months to 5 years and in a babysitting capacity from 5 months to middle adolescence. I am experienced with the day to day duties of looking after babies, children and households. I also help babies and children reach their milestones. Activities that I focus on are use of Montessori techniques and art materials for older children, play dough, drawing, books, number games/cards, board games, small projects such as dioramas. Outings to parks, libraries, museum, zoo and scienceworks are utilised with parent permission. I am especially noted by parents for my extensive experience and my ability to swiftly develop close and lasting bonds with their babies/children as well as parents which has helped everyone feel at ease. I am also a qualified Baby and child sleep consultant. I am a caring, fun, educated, responsible carer that loves helping families. I have many regular families, some are of 10 years duration whom have always shown their appreciation of my work with their children. I am also a qualified therapist of 10 years.

Hi, I am a responsible and bubbly student with a genuine passion in looking after and caring for kids. I hae lots of past experience, and am looking for more families to help out on a casual weekend basis!

Hello, my name is Lauren and I am currently looking for casual / part time babysitting. I have worked in education both in a primary school and high school, and studied Cert III, IV in Education Support working with special needs children, and then a Diploma of Education to broaden my knowledge and experience. I love working with children and hope to find a lovely family on here to assist with!

Hello!I have recently decided to continue my studies after a 2 year break. During this time I have found myself being a flight attendant, while also looking after a beautiful family two days a week in South East Melbourne. I made the decision to move closer to the airport and as a result have had to find a new family to care for. I am looking for a casual position for a family needing care 1-2 days a week, preferably long days, to spend some time away from flying and studying. I have looked after children since I was 14, caring for children from 2 months to 5 years! I enjoying watching children reach milestones and learning new skills, as-well as watching them laugh and have fun! I have lived out of home in a share house since I was 18, so I am proactive in keeping a space clean and tidy. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contacts me :)