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Iman A.
Iman
  • From £10 /hr
  • Reading
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I want to provide child care/nanny services to spread smiles
| Hello. My name is iman and i live in reading (rg31). Initially i am from Pakistan I have a 22 months old toddler who is everything to me . I am basically a pharmacist but i am not pursuing pharmacy currently because i want to be with my child at the moment. Child care is something that i enjoy the most since i have a kid of my own. I love having kids around and taking care of them and playing with them. I know alot of mums have to sacrifice their parent-child time to earn a living for them. This is why i want to help those families by sharing love and kindness that i feel for my child so that the parents could be at ease. Currently i am nannying/babysitting a 1 year old child (reference can be provided). Previously, I have nannied for a family in luton (i can share the contacts on demand). Would love to work as a baby sitter or a nanny because i feel i while i am taking care of other children i can take care of my child with them. Please feel free to reach out to me . I'll be more than happy to help.
We've been so lucky to have found Iman! She's been an absolute treat in our lives and a second mom to our little boy. She's the type of person any parent would love to have taking care of their child. Kind, patient, easy going and friendly. James is always so excited to see her and runs into her arms with a massive smile on his face. They spend a lot of time outside both with long walks and trips to the park. It makes the world of difference knowing that your child is happy and well looked after while you're at work. We're only saying goodbye as we're moving out of the area but it's with a very very heavy heart. It's simply not possible for me to recommend Iman enough."
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Elle M.
Elle
  • From £10 /hr
  • Reading
your very own mary poppins please email me as i am not able to reply to messages
| i began my level 2 in childcare in september last year , unfortunately i have been unable to complete this due to the travelling , it was too far out. i’d like do complete this but i only left in january so i’ve learnt a lot in a small space of time. i’m good with interacting and love being around children , play and creativity are the fun parts.
Jayden D.
Jayden
  • From £12 /hr
  • Reading
Hi I'm Jayden Looking for some part time work Experienced and trustworthy
| Love to care for children and take them to see different places. I'm also great with homework :)
Lila H.
Lila Featured
  • From £12 /hr
  • Reading
Information about me
| I am currently studying at Oxford Brookes university for a degree in social working. I have a qualified level 3 in social work and mental health and would love to gain more experience working with children. I have experience working at two nursery settings where I collected the skills of working with children aged 3 months- 5 years old. During my time working in nurseries I familiarised myself with the EYES. I also worked as a coach in a holiday and after school club targeted towards children aged 4-13. I organised a wide range of activities and learnt how to care for children of an older age range.
Becci T.
Becci
  • From £10 /hr
  • Wokingham
Nanny with own child
| I am Becci, married with 2 children, 5 yrs & 8 months. I have worked in childcare for 11 years, 7 of those as a nanny. I am NVQ3 qualified, with first aid, DBS (on the update service) and Ofsted registered. I have experience with 4 under 4's including twins and a variety of ages across the families I have been with. I have 2 children of my own who go to work with me, one is now at school full time and I have the flexibility of breakfast and after school club for her, but the other is with me all of the time.
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Elizabeth K.
Elizabeth
  • From £8 /hr
  • West Berkshire
1 Verification
Experienced and fun childminder
| Hi, I'm Elizabeth, a 27 year-old American, who works part time as a Museum Learning Officer. I have been working in child care for 15 years. I was a nanny for 4 years in the States for two children during my undergraduate degree. In ####/####, I was a teacher in Spain and can speak basic Spanish. I offer homework help if needed. I enjoy taking walks, playing outside, reading, and doing arts and crafts with the children I care for. My sister calls me the 'Baby Whisperer' as I connect easily with children. I am ideally looking for entire days with a nice family to supplement a part-time role utilising my masters degree so please no daily drop-off/pick-up requests.
Eve D.
Eve Featured
  • From £10 /hr
  • Reading
A balance of responsibility and someone your child trusts and likes
| Hi I’m currently taking a gap between my 2nd and 3rd year of studying archeology and anthropology at reading university, I have experience in child care from work experience in a nursery , I also have experience with babysitting and before university did Muay Thai boxing where I volunteered with the children’s club which has ages 6-12. As a child carer I work hard both for the safety and well being of the child but also to make sure that their enjoying themselves, I ensure that not only are they safe but also happy and encourage fun activities and learning. I pride myself on enthusiasm to make sure the child’s best interests always. I am a good cook and a tidy person who is able to multitask both the care of the child and the home. My only possible concern is that I don’t have a car however have no problem with public transportation and if asked I can still make sure of fun days out
Siobhan S.
Siobhan
  • From £10 /hr
  • Reading
Fun and energetic young woman who is level 2 qualified with children. Evening/weekend
| Im a 26 year old and currently work in a nursery so only available evenings and weekends at the moment, I'm first aid trained in pedeatric as well as adults and I have currently completed Level 2 childcare and have been DBS checked. I'm energetic and friendly. I also have my own travel. I have a certificate in professional cookery and am more than caple of providing meals as and when needed. I have worked with ages from baby to preschool age but am happy to work with all children :)
Kalindi W.
Kalindi
  • From £10 /hr
  • Reading
Fun and friendly nanny with experience teaching and nannying!
| I have over 7 years of experience working with children: alongside nannying, I have also taught piano, violin, 11+ and English tutoring. I have my own car, a valid DBS check and a certificate in Childcare in Education Level 2. I have also completed training in Child Safeguarding. Message me for any further info!
Maria M.
Maria
  • From £10 /hr
  • Reading
Full time nanny
| Hello, I am a qualified teacher who worked in childcare in a nursery setting in the last two years. I have a masters and university degree in preschool and primary teachibg and I have always loved working with children. My goals as a nanny are to take care of children, help them grow, and watch them have fun! I am willing to do housekeeping that includes light housework, laundry, and meal preparation. If I had to describe myself in five adjectives I would say that I am dependable, honest, hard-working, good listener, and kind
Katy G.
Katy
  • From £10 /hr
  • Reading
Fun, Loving and Responsible Babysitter!
| Hi! I have been doing childcare for quite a while now, I am happy to help out when you're going off for a dinner or away for work, happy to cook, tidy and help with homework. I am very reliable, responsible, patient, enthusiastic and Fun! I took care of a 2.5 year old boy for approximately 8 hours along with a 6 Month old baby on a regular basis. An 8 year old that I spent time with in the evening for few hours while her grandad was catching up with his friends, we would normally play school and she was always the teacher! I have had various babysitting jobs over a 5 year period with ages varying from 6 months- 11 years. Before university, I have worked as a Personal assistant to a 7-year-old disabled girl, provided quality care once a week typically on a Sunday for 3-4 hours including personal hygiene, housekeeping, meal preparation and involving the girl in activities and school homework. Nanny to an 8-year-old primary school girl. Responsibilities included picking up from school by public transport, creating a stimulating, nurturing and safe environment. Planning and leading educational activities, including everyday homework and piano practice.
Serena C.
Serena
  • From £9 /hr
  • Reading
L2 qualified nursery teacher. Next year childminder registered with Ofsted
| I'm Serena, Italian, nursery teacher, L2 qualified in childcare, I've experience in nursery in UK and a lots of babysitting in Italy. I'm a very morning and smiling person, I'm patient and friendly with children and parents. Next year I will be a childminder registered with Ofsted and I'll open my own bilingual childcare center for children 0-5 and after school. £5 per hour included the lunch. I'm really excited to provide a learning environment following the EYES when children can feel like in their own home. I'm gonna create outdoor and indoor activities to allow children to know the world around them in two languages, English-Italian, through the play. I'd love to talk with you if you to know more about my future childcare center, please send me a message. Thanks
Jade B.
Jade
  • From £9 /hr
  • West Berkshire
1 Verification
Flexiable childcarer
| I am a qualified teacher who has been working in some form of childcare for 12 years. I have now got a daughter of my own so am taking a break from full time teaching. I have experience with newborn - teenagers. I have worked with up to 4 children in my care at anyone time. I am able to cook excellent home cooked meals. I have a clean driving license. First aid training.
Sophie B.
Sophie
  • From £10 /hr
  • West Berkshire
Trustworthy individual with own transport
| I'm an honest and fun individual who has a passion for the early years and childcare. Babysitting comes second nature to me following my main career path of running a day nursery. Years and years of babysitting experience which I can provide references for if needs be.
Catherine M.
Catherine
  • From £10 /hr
  • Reading
1 Verification
Experienced babysitter available evenings and weekends
| I can offer any kind of childcare after 4:30 pm on weekdays and anytime on weekends. In terms of childcare experience; - Camp counselor in an overnight camp that served children ages 10-15 for 2.5 months. - Au pair to a family in Spain. - I have been babysitting for 5 years for children of all ages. In addition; I am an American Red Cross certified Lifeguard and First Aider inc. infant, child and adult CPR, I have experience in tutoring up to and including GCSE level and I have my own reliable car (2016 Polo). I am currently a student at the university of Reading and enjoy swimming, skiing and travelling in my spare time.
Samantha J.
Samantha
  • From £12 /hr
  • Wokingham
I’m dedicated to providing the children in my care with the best possible learning experiences!
| I have been qualified in childcare and education since 2007. Since leaving education I have worked in retail and childcare. I have experience working in nursery settings for the last 6 years, starting as a newly qualified and then working my way up to be a room manager. I love working with children and find it very rewarding! I have two children of my own. A boy aged 10 and a girl aged 22 months.
Hannah B.
Hannah
  • From £10 /hr
  • Reading
Responsible, caring, fun and flexible Nanny/Babysitter!
| I have a background in childcare and have previously worked in a nursery setting for just over a year, I care for children between the ages of 3 months - 4 years of age. Other than my nursery experience I have regularly worked at a holiday club scheme, caring for children between the ages of 4 and 11. I have a good understanding of a child's needs, am very flexible and patient and more importantly than all I really care about children's happiness. I have also worked in a local independent school so am well educated about safeguarding and have had a DBS clearance (which was completed in May 2018). I love to make any activity as fun as possible and understand that at this moment in time children must be struggling! I love the outdoors, am very active and enjoy long walks and bike rides. I am also creative and love indoors play such as board games or messy play. I am well educated (professionally qualified in HR Management) so would also be happy to assist with home schooling or learning and education if desired. I am very flexible at the moment and would be happy to meet the needs of a family and their desired routine. References could also be completed on request.
Elise N.
Elise
  • From £8 /hr
  • Reading
I am a bilingual French (native) and English Babysitter
| I have done various babysitting jobs, mostly for my church. while the parents are going to the sermon i would look after the younger children. we would have some activities out for them and then gave them a snack when needed, sometimes we watched a movie. i have younger sister and when my parents were out i would babysit her. I have also been on a few placements to various childcare institutions. I have been involved in some voluntary work with children in France. the project consisted in giving children from disadvantage backgrounds a day in a month, a range of activities that would change them form their everyday life. Concerning the childminding ,I am available in the evenings and all day Wednesday and all day Friday as well as the weekends . I can also help with homework especially if it involves French ! i can practice that language and talk to them in French.. i do know how to cook a bit. I am kind and enthusiastic when it comes to taking care of kids. I love having fun but you can count on me to be the grown up in the room ! I want to be a teacher when i am older and i hope this job will offer me the opportunity to perfect my understanding of children and teens.
Daliah N.
Daliah
  • From £8 /hr
  • Reading
A babysitter who will work hard to provide a safe, secure, and stimulating environment for children.
| I am a postgraduate student at University of Reading, who believes in her strong skills in dealing and communicating with children. In addition to my excellent interpersonal and age-appropriate skills, patience and self-control, I can put the effort needed in handling all tasks regarding childcare under any circumstance.
Ruth D.
Ruth
  • From £15 /hr
  • Reading
Compassionate Child Caregiver: Experienced in All Ages & Special Needs
| Experienced childcare professional with Montessori education background and special needs school governor experience. Cheerful, fair, and nurturing, dedicated to creating fun and constructive time with children.
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How much does it cost in 2024 to hire a childcare provider in Reading?

Hiring someone on Care.com to provide childcare services will cost an average of £12.19 per hour as of April 2024. This rate may vary depending on the experience each childcare provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time childcare.

How can I find childcare help near me?

Care.com currently has 5,004 childcare providers Reading. You can search for childcarers by their distance from Reading and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialise in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Reading that have worked with the childcarers you're interested in.

What interview questions should I ask a childcare provider?

You want to find a childcare provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Reading, you should ask questions about the fun things each childcare provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past childcare experience, references from other families in Reading and if they are certified in first aid.
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