Babysitting and Nanny Jobs in Southbank VIC

Hello!

I'm a solo parent looking for a wonderful, experienced nanny to help care for my twin girls, who will be eight months old in January 2027 when the role will start.

We are based in Southbank, Melbourne, and I'm hoping to find someone very special who will become a trusted, long-term part of our family.

I am looking for a professional career nanny who is confident, organised and experienced with babies, but who also has a genuinely warm, affectionate and nurturing personality.

It is very important to me that the girls are cared for by someone who enjoys engaging with them, supporting their development and creating a happy, stimulating environment.

The role will involve caring for both girls, managing their daily routines, feeding, developmental play, outings, children's laundry, meal preparation and some light general housekeeping.

Hours: Initially 25–30 hours per week, following my four-week rotating work roster. Hours are likely to increase over time. Some occasional evening and weekend flexibility would be wonderful with advance notice. We will also have an au pair starting from January who will be helping with morning and evenings so this will be hours between 9 am to 5 pm depending on the day.

Pay: Dependent on experience.

Experience: Professional infant-care experience, paediatric first aid qualification and valid WCCC are mandatory. Early childhood qualifications/ nursing/midwifery back ground would be highly regarded.

We also have two dogs, so you must be comfortable having dogs around the home.

A driver's licence would be desirable as the girls get older but isn't essential at present.

This is a permanent position, and I'm really hoping to find someone who wants to stay with us for the long term and become an important part of the girls' childhood.

We're hoping to arrange paid trials in the first two weeks of December, with the position commencing in January 2027.

If this sounds like a fit, I'd love to hear from you. Please send me a little information about yourself, your experience and why you're interested in the role.

Experienced Nanny – Long-Term Permanent Role

I'm a Melbourne mum seeking a warm, reliable nanny for my 3-year-old: walking daycare drop-offs, help around the home, and 1–2 days a week of one-on-one care.

Essential:
• Early childhood educator background
• Proven experience with children
• Several strong references, ideally from previous families
• Current WWCC and First Aid
• Available long-term

A small dog is part of the family, so you'll need to be comfortable with dogs.

Paying well above average for the right person. Apply with your CV and references.

🌴 Job Opportunity: Native English or Spanish Teacher – One Year in Florianópolis, Brazil
Imagine spending a year living by the beach on one of the most beautiful islands in the world, while making a real difference in the lives of two wonderful children.
The role:
We’re looking for a native English or Spanish speaker to provide bilingual home-based education for our two children, ages 5 and 6. They are sweet, curious, and exceptionally bright. We’d love someone who blends teaching with warmth, bringing the language to life through play, stories, music, nature, and everyday activities.
What we offer
∙ Free accommodation in a newly renovated studio on the beach, close to our home
∙ A competitive salary, to be discussed
∙ A genuine cultural immersion, with the support of a welcoming family
About Florianópolis
Known as the “Ilha da Magia” (Island of Magic), Florianópolis is the capital of Santa Catarina in southern Brazil. The island has more than 40 beaches, from calm turquoise bays to world-class surf spots. You’ll also find lagoons, sand dunes, Atlantic Forest trails, and charming fishing villages with Azorean heritage.
It consistently ranks among Brazil’s cities with the highest quality of life. It is safe by Brazilian standards and has a thriving international community of digital nomads, surfers, and expats. The food scene is fantastic, especially the oysters, which are among the best in the country. From June to November, southern right whales visit the coast.
Why a year in Brazil?
Living abroad for a year is about more than adding a line to your CV. It’s a life-changing experience. Brazil is warm, joyful, and full of life, with music, festivals, football, and a culture built around connection and hospitality. You’ll become fluent in Portuguese, form lasting friendships, and see the world, and yourself, through a new lens. Employers and universities increasingly value this kind of intercultural experience, adaptability, and independence.
Who we’re looking for
∙ Native English or Spanish speaker
∙ Experience with early childhood education (preferred)
∙ Patient, creative, responsible, and loves children
∙ Able to commit to one year

Looking for a nanny for my 2 year old daughter. She doesn’t have any special needs or allergy. I am a stay-at-home mum and looking for someone for 5 hours per day, 2 days a week so I can have some time to myself. I am flexible with the days. I need someone willing to do these regular hours for consistency. From time to time, I may also be open to a few hours in the evenings for me to be able to attend some social events/dinners.

We are located in Docklands and have a tram stop right in front of our apartment for those taking public transport. We also have secure free parking if you prefer driving. There are lots of outdoor and indoor toddler friendly activities that are within walking distance and we have yearly passes to some attractions nearby. Also, our apartment has lots of space and a play room so there will be lots to do on a cold rainy day or a sticky hot day.

My daughter is very social, curious and creative. She loves exploring outdoor and nature. She loves dancing, reading, colouring, building activities, riding her bike, listening to music and lots of imaginative play. I am looking for someone that will truly put in their time and effort towards fostering her development. In other words, im not looking for a child minder im looking for someone we can use long term as our family grows.

Nanny / Mother’s Helper Wanted – Albert Park 2027

We are a warm and busy family in Albert Park looking for an experienced nanny/mother’s helper to join us from late January/ February 2027.
This role would suit someone who is finishing with their current family at the end of the year and is looking for a long-term position with a caring household.

We’re starting our hunt early knowing we want to take our time in finding the right fit for our family, so seeking some expressions of interest.

We will have 3 children, who at the time will be:
• Boy, 3 years (attending a mix of daycare and kindergarten)
• Girl, 18 months (attending daycare 2 days per week)
• Baby girl, 3 months

We are looking for someone caring, proactive, calm, and confident with newborns and young children. Mum works from home part-time, attends appointments, and runs errands, so the role will be a mix of hands-on childcare and helping keep the household running smoothly.
Role Includes:
• Caring for 1–2 children at a time for most shifts
• Minimal times when caring for all 3 children together
• Newborn feeding, settling, and nap routines
• Engaging play and age-appropriate activities
• Light household duties including:
◦ Folding washing
◦ Keeping living areas tidy
◦ Kids meal prep
◦ Occasional family meal preparation
◦ Bonus if you enjoy baking!
Hours:
• 3 shifts per week (4 hours)
• Monday (8.30-12.30), Thursday (8.30-12.30), Friday (10-2)
• Times may slightly vary as kinder and nap schedules evolve
• Opportunity for additional evening and weekend hours if desired

Pay & Requirements:
• Pay dependent on experience
• Payment via nanny payroll app (open to discussion)
• Childcare, nursing, or midwifery background highly regarded
• Must be experienced and confident caring for newborns
• All relevant checks required and must be provided (including Working With Children Check, Police Check, references, etc.)

We’d love someone who is organised, reliable, warm, and comfortable around dogs — we have a friendly family dog!

If this sounds like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you. Please send through a little about yourself, your experience, availability, and references.

Experienced Nanny Wanted - 3 Days Per Week

We are a warm, loving family looking for an experienced, caring and reliable nanny to help care for our one-year-old child on a regular basis.

We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys spending time with young children and would love to become a trusted and valued part of our family’s routine.

The role

We are looking for someone available 3 days per week, Monday, Wednesday and Thursdays. The hours can be discussed with the right candidate.

On most days, you will be caring for our one-year-old. On one of the days, there may be two one-year-old children to care for together, so we are looking for someone who is confident and experienced managing two young children at this age.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

* Providing warm, attentive and nurturing care
* Following our child’s established routine, including meals and naps
* Planning and engaging in age-appropriate play and activities
* Getting out for walks, playgrounds, classes or other local activities where appropriate
* Preparing healthy meals and snacks for the children
* Cleaning up after meals and keeping the children’s spaces organised
* Children’s laundry, including washing, folding and putting clothes away
* General tidying related to the children
* Helping maintain a calm, happy and organised environment throughout the day

About you

We are looking for someone who is:

* Experienced in caring for babies and toddlers
* Warm, nurturing and genuinely enjoys being around young children
* Confident caring for two one-year-olds at the same time
* Reliable, punctual and trustworthy
* Proactive and able to use initiative throughout the day
* Organised and happy to help with children-related household tasks
* Patient, calm and attentive
* Looking for a regular, ongoing position rather than occasional babysitting

Essential requirements:

* Previous professional childcare/nanny experience
* Current Working With Children Check
* First Aid and CPR certification
* Excellent, recent references
* Non-smoker

A relevant childcare qualification and/or experience caring for multiple young children would be highly regarded.

We are hoping to find someone who will build a lovely relationship with our child and become a trusted part of our family over the longer term.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Please tell us a little about yourself, your childcare experience, your availability and your relevant qualifications/checks.

Hello!

We are looking for a fun and experienced day Nanny for our 2 year old and 4 month old.

Most of the day will be with the toddler however an hour or two with both, while I run errands etc.
Need a commitment to 2 perm days a week.

Hours will be 10am - 4pm (can be flexible for the right candidate).

The position requires light household chores - cleaning up toys, dishwasher, folding clothes etc.
Perm residents only as we’re looking for a min 12 month commitment.

Please read the description before applying - thank you :)

Support a single Dad with 3 amazing children! Loving home, dog included.

Looking for a happy, reliable, caring person to become a trusted part of our routine on a long-term basis. The main job is a simple one: on Tuesday and Sunday evenings, collect the kids (14, 9 and 7) from our home in South Yarra at 6pm sharp and drive them to their mum's place on St Kilda Road for 6:30pm. About an hour all up including your return. Some weeks it's one evening, some weeks both. You'd pop in briefly, gather the troops and go. Same person every time - the kids need to know and trust you, so we'd have you over to meet them once or twice first.

If you'd like more hours, I'd love a hand with light housekeeping and/or ironing on a weekday - entirely by arrangement.

Over January there'll be a few Sunday evenings where the kids are holidaying on the Mornington Peninsula (Portsea) - a short local run at 6:30pm, with your travel paid. If you're down that way over summer, even better.

You'll ideally:
- Have experience caring for children and a calm, easy-going, organised manner
- Hold a current Working with Children Check and a National Police Check
- Have two parent references we can call
- Have a full clean driver's licence, with your own reliable car or happy to drive mine (insured for you)
- Be a non-smoker

Minimum 1.5 hours per run, paid weekly. Starting November.

If this sounds like you, I'd love to hear from you - tell me a bit about yourself, your experience, your WWCC and police check status, and your Tuesday and Sunday evening availability. Any questions, just ask.

I'm looking for 1-2 nannies in or near SOUTH YARRA to take my twin infants to childcare 4 days weekly (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday). In the morning, it's quite easy - you change their nappy from the night, give them a formula bottle, and take them to childcare, which is 5 minutes away, between 7-8am in the morning, so it can take about 30-40 minutes total.
In the evening, you pick them up from childcare at 6pm, then feed (solid food)/wash/change them before going to bed at 8pm, so 2 hours total (6-8pm)
In addition, each nanny does 1 day on the weekend, for example, Saturday Or Sunday from 12-5pm (or 1-6pm).
Ideally, you should have experience caring for infants; be friendly, warm, and nurturing; understand infants' needs; have good command of English; and perform light duties, such as kids' laundry, food prep, cleaning after them.
If interested and qualified, please contact me to discuss asap.
Thanks,
Ilan

I’m looking for an afterschool nanny (approx 3:15pm-7:15pm) 2 days per week (Mon/Weds or Tues/Weds) for an immediate start until end of term (18 Dec).

I mostly work from home and have two primary school age kids, no pets.

Duties include: collect kids from school, accompany to afterschool activities, prepare dinner and lunchboxes, some housekeeping (tidying up, unpack groceries, kids laundry, kitchen cleaning/dishwasher, vacuum and mop).

School and activities are all walking distance but ocassional driving might be required (petrol will be covered).

Extra hours available for someone who wants ro do more cleaning (eg bathrooms, changing sheets and towels etc)

We need a housekeeper do light housework and supervise teenage children home from school. 3 hours on two afternoons - Monday Wednesday or Thursday. We live in Middle Park. Light housework includes hanging out / bringing in washing, ironing , preparing dinner, tidying up kids spaces.

Our family of four (with two energetic and engaging daughters aged 8 and 9) is looking for a nanny/housekeeper to start with us in November 2026. We are looking for a professional nanny/housekeeper who is organised, enthusiastic and enjoys working with children.

The role will commence in November this year for 2-3 afternoons/evenings per week and move to 4 days per week from mid January next year.

The role involves:
- pick up and drop of our daughters from school
- taking our daughters to their activities after school
- supervising homework, reading, music practice after school and activities
- meal preparation/cooking
- clothes washing
- tidying and some basic cleaning

If you are interested in the role, please get in touch with your detailed CV and references.

We are looking for a babysitter for our happy and energetic 4 year old girl.
We are looking for someone to assist with kinder pickup in St Kilda on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon. On Monday and Wednesday to an after school activity and Tuesday straight home.
This would be about 2 weeks per month as my husband works away from home 50 percent of the time, so care would only be required when he is away.
We also have a dog and cat, so you will need to be happy with pets although you won’t be responsible for them.
The timings are:
Monday: pick up 3:15, Jiu jitsu 4-4:45, home for drop off
Tuesday: pick up anytime between 4 and 5pm (flexible), home and care until 5:30
Wednesday: as per Monday.

Please let me know if you would are interested and would like to meet us :)

We’re looking for a caring, reliable and experienced nanny to help care for our two children (a 3-year-old and an 8-month-old) over December and January.

We’re hoping to find someone who is confident caring for babies, with additional experience looking after toddlers. We’d love someone who enjoys engaging the children in age-appropriate activities and creating a safe, happy environment. Ideally, we’re looking for someone who can commit to all of the days listed below to provide consistency for our little ones. Note: My partner works from home and will generally be home during these hours.

Location: Prahran

December 2026 Availability:
* Monday: 9am–5pm (8-month-old only)
* Tuesday: 9am–1pm (8-month-old only)
* Thursday: 9am–1pm (8-month-old only)

January 2027 Availability:
* Wednesday: 9am–5pm (both children)
* Friday: 9am–5pm (both children)

Duties:
* Preparing and feeding the children’s meals
* Light tidying of toys and children’s mess
* Washing and folding the children’s clothes
* Preparing and washing baby bottles

Requirements:
* Current First Aid Certificate, including infant/child choking first aid
* Valid Working With Children Check
* Previous experience caring for babies and toddlers
* Reliable, caring and responsible
* References from previous childcare families or employers

If you’re interested, we’d love to hear from you! Please send through a little bit about yourself, your childcare experience, availability and hourly rate.

Hi! We're a warm, busy professional family in St Kilda (3182) with a gorgeous 12-week-old. We're looking for an experienced, caring full-time family helper to look after our baby and help keep our home running smoothly. This is a long-term role for someone who loves babies and takes pride in a beautifully run home.
What you'll do
* Care for our baby day to day: feeds/bottles, sleep and settling, nappies, bath, play and tummy time, following our routine
* Keep the home clean and tidy: kitchen, laundry, ironing, daily reset and weekly clean
* Household management: groceries, simple family meal prep (Asian home cooking a plus!), deliveries, keeping things organised
About you
* 2+ years caring for newborns/babies under 12 months in a family or professional setting (references required)
* Experience with housekeeping or household management
* Current infant first aid/CPR (HLTAID012) and a Working with Children Check, or willing to get one
* Reliable, calm, warm and proactive, with good English. Extra languages (e.g. Tagalog, Mandarin, Cantonese) are a bonus
* Right to work in Australia; non-smoker
What we offer
* $30–$40/hr depending on experienc full-time 4-5 days a week Mon–Fri ~ up to 40 hrs
* A respectful, appreciative family and a long-term, stable role
* Start: ASAP

To apply, please send: (1) a short note about yourself, (2) your experience with babies under 12 months, with ages and how long, (3) the name of your last 3 employers or families and how they'd rate you out of 10, and (4) your typical day's schedule for a 3-month-old.

~ I'm looking for an immediate start: part-time, casual or contractor babysitter for my 7 year old for my weekday afternoon shifts 1700-1900. Prefer a permanent resident/ citizen or if on a temporary visa, someone who will be based in Melbourne for the foreseeable future
~ Must have WWCC or Police clearance
~ We already have a morning babysitter but will need a morning babysitter from January 2027
~ I am a single mum and a shift worker. My shift is 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off so hours would be 4-12 hours on weekdays. Sometimes Saturdays as well
~ Pickup my son from Teamkids at 1700, clean bathroom/change pee pads for our Chihuahua, put away dry dishes, heat dinner (already prepared), supervise brush teeth, fold laundry if enough time
~ If you have no car, you're welcome to sleepover and I will pay for the hours that I'm away for work
~ School pickup is 24 minutes by tram or 30 minutes' walk from South Yarra to Prahran

~ Here are the absolute minimum hours for October, but usually runs into more hours if you have the availability:
Oct
7 Wed 1700-1900 2.0hrs
8 Th 1700-1900 2.0hrs

15 Th 1700-1900 2.0hrs

23 Fr 1520-2000 4.5hrs

24 Sat 1000-1200 2.0hrs

I can give my roster for this whole year for you to see if my times are suitable. Looking for someone long term, willing to commit to all or most of my required hours.

Looking forward to hearing from you

If you hold any Australian qualification in childcare or education, then through the government initiative: In-home care, I can go up to 42 hours per week

Here are the requirements for an In-home care Educator/ provider
* In Home Care educators are required to be skilled, qualified and dedicated child care professionals.
* The main role of an educator is to provide children with a variety of age appropriate, play-based activities that encourage each child’s development, learning and life skills.

To become an In Home Educator you must hold a relevant qualification in one of the following:
* Certificate III, a diploma or a degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent qualifications that have a major focus on Early Childhood Education.
Or
* Primary school teaching qualifications of educators registered with state-based Teacher Regulatory Authorities are also deemed as acceptable qualifications
Or
* Certificate III level qualification in a relevant course or be working towards a Certificate III qualification and provide documentary evidence

Additional requirements:
* Be at least 18 years old
* Be an Australian resident, permanent citizen or have the relevant visa to allow employment on a continuous basis for 12 months or more
* Hold a current Nationally coordinated Criminal History Check
* Hold a current working with children check (Blue Card) relevant to the state the family resides in
* Have a current First Aid Certificate HLTAID004 or equivalent
* Have a PRODA number – Register for a PRODA number
* You will need to register with an approved In Home Care Service Provider.

I am looking for a part time ongoing babysitter when required.
Must have WWCC, First Aid and Police check.
Hours will vary based on weekly schedule.
Hourly rate: Based on experience.
Location: St Kilda

Looking for someone to help look after 7.5 month old daughter.
I will be working at home I just need an extra set of hands.
Must be ok with dogs as i have a 2 year ols golden retriever

We are looking for someone who is reliable, fun and kind to do school pick up and drop off to extra curricular activities for our almost 9 yo girl. Our girl is quite independent and very easy to hang out with.
Duties including school pick up (her school is located in Moonee Ponds and we live in Parkville) snack preparation, play and entertaining, sometimes a little bit of homework, pick up & drop off to activities and general tidy up. No household duty is expected.

I am looking for an early childhood qualified (or studying early childhood ie childcare) worker to commence In Home Care with my 9 year old son.

The position is part if the government In Home Care Program and the requirement is that the carer has or is gaining an Early Childhood Qualification.

My son has special needs, and goes to a special school. However he is a bright and fun and energetic boy and he does NOT HAVE any physical disability. He is energetic and fun but needs constant close supervision and safety awareness.

I am looking for a carer do after school times when I am working from home (in the house).

Monday - 3pm - 7:15pm
Wednesday - 3pm - 7:15pm
Thursday 3pm - 7:15pm

Some Saturday or Sunday afternoon twice a month.

I have registered with Bambini education - see link below. They would do the recruiting and onboarding with them for the role. This is In Home Care as provided by the government funding.
https://www.bambini.com.au/in-home-care/

Location - Toorak

Look for a part time experienced, committed, hard working and reliable nanny to help busy family with 2 year old boy. Must have had toddler experience. Must have flexible hours on Mondays and fridays and happy to babysit at night if needed. Must be comfortable with nappies, giving bottles and happy and content playing with a very happy smiley baby boy.

ONLY APPLY IF YOU MEET THE CRITERIA.if you cant do mondays and fridays please dont apply.

Essential
- ideally has drivers licence and car to reliably get to and from work each day. No need to drive the child around.
- Police Check (Or prepared to apply at the cost of the family)
- Current Working With Children (Or prepared to apply at the cost of the family)
- Experience working in a home with children
2 references

$35 per hour
$10 fuel allowance per week.

I need Mondays most of the day. Hours to be confirmed.
And Fridays 11-4.

Please either respond via this ad or text me on the number below.


Please ensure you meet the requirements above before applying- text 0455627444 if interested on respond to this ad.

Please do not apply if you are not available the above days

We have a cooperative and empathic 10yo who loves reading, drawing, origami and ice skating. We are looking for someone interested in school drop-offs and pick-ups +/- an occasional evening, by mutual convenience.

We are two medical professionals who are looking for someone who is punctual, diligent, honest and vaccinated. Our LO would prefer someone who draws and likes arts/crafts. We value someone who prioritises safety while modelling respect and kindness. We'd also prefer someone local and who isn't allergic to cats.
No cooking or cleaning required. No driving required.

If you don't already have a First Aid certificate, we'll be happy to cover the cost of obtaining one if you're successful applicant.

Genuine interest/inquiries only please.

We’re a fun and loving, busy family looking for a kind, reliable and organised person to help care for our dear Henry and to help us keep our household running smoothly.
Pickups from the local Primary school on Mon/Tues/Fri. Also helping Henry attend after school activties and an extended evening once a fortnight for a date night.
Henry is warm, witty, fun and clever with a strong mind.
After school care includes dinner and bedtime routines. Some meal prep for us adults is appreciated. Light laundry duties like folding.
School holidays we can offer more hours/ alternate hours.
We would love to meet someone who is happy to pitch in wherever needed — from childcare to errands to tidying up. Friendly and approachable, with a calm and positive attitude. Confident working independently, but also enjoys being part of family life.

Long-term, part-time nanny who is kind, organised, firm and responsible to look after my darling, sweet, social 5-year-old boy (I know all Mums think that about their children, but he really is). Every Friday Morning.

- 7am start, drop to school 10am finish. Option to extend a couple of hours if you would be interested in doing some light housekeeping chores.
- Bonus if you could be available for some adhoc babysitting in the evening/ cover additional shifts while our other babysitter is on holiday.

You would have the option to use your own car (I would provide a booster seat) or use my car. There are lots of shops / cafes / supermarket in easy walk, and we are close to bus, tram and train lines, but at the moment the school is a half-hour drive away.

Keeping a tidy and organised home is a appreciated, but we have weekly cleaners as well, so don't expect cleaning (!). By far the most important thing is keeping my boy healthy, engaged and happy.

Start period really anytime from now. If this sounds like something you can help us with please contact me!