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Great with our 3 year old. Punctual, friendly, amazing with children.

Babysitting 3 year old

$125

Hanain has been a pure delight! She doesn’t need to be told how to help, she just gets on with it. She even took my baby out to the park and my daughter had a grand fine with her. Fed my daughter, changed her into her going out clothes, and was and all around trooper. She even popped down to the place where we were hosting an event to see if she could help onsite. Very trustworthy, I just cannot recommend her enough! I will look forward to seeing her again! <3

Babysit a 4 year old

$320

Wonderful couple! Leah-Anne is a beautiful lady and the most warm, professional and friendly child carer I've met. 5 stars! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Babysitter for Petrie SS school drop off and pick

$21

Absolutely perfect! Great communication, & caring

Babysitter tonight

$120

Great babysitter! Will definitely book again!

Babysitter tonight

$160

Natt was a great help, on time, very reliable, good at communicating, kind nice person. Someone you can rely on.

Emergency: Babysitting needed this Sunday

$35

What's the average cost of a babysitter

$40 - $190

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$40

median

$120

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$190

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Top Babysitters related questions

A babysitter’s primary role is to care for children and look after their basic needs, like meals, hygiene, and settling for naps. Outside of that, if there’s time, your babysitter may help with chores like folding the washing, picking up toys, and even preparing dinner.
Babysitters need to be reliable, good with children, patient, responsible, responsive, and caring. Ideally, they’ll have experience and qualifications in CPR, First Aid, and childcare or education.
A nanny offers a type of babysitting service that’s usually longer-term (for example, 3 days a week, ongoing). While babysitting usually refers to shorter periods of time or less regular childcare.
The best way to find a babysitter you can rely on is to check their ratings and reviews. Look for comments like “on time”, “great with kids”, and “will hire again”.
You can easily find a babysitter near you by posting your task on Airtasker. You’ll hear from available sitters so you can choose a top-rated local babysitter who’s the perfect match for your family.
The cost of babysitting usually starts at around $20 per hour. But costs usually vary depending on the length of your babysitting session, the time of day, the number of kids, and your location.
For certain types of tasks, you may need to enquire as to what specialist licenses for babysitting that may be required to undertake your task as this can vary. Please make sure that you confirm that a Tasker has the relevant licence and insurance before accepting an offer.

What do babysitting services include?

Babysitting services include several tasks such as changing the diaper, preparing the baby’s meals and feeding them, ensuring they take their afternoon nap. If specified, and other services like administering any medication as necessary, bathing them and putting a new change of clothes on them as needed.

Diaper Changing

The babysitter disposes soiled diapers and changes them with new ones. Any cleaning and disinfecting of the baby will be done as well before fitting a fresh diaper. Babysitters will also perform any clean up as necessary if the baby left any messes. Be sure to provide the needed cleaning equipment as well as disinfectant, baby soap and detergent.

Preparing and Feeding Meals

Should the babysitter’s hours reach any feeding times, babysitters will prepare meals and patiently feed your babies. Be sure to have the appropriate food ready for them to prepare and feed to your babies. Babysitters will disinfect baby bottles and prepare formula and prepare the cutlery and flatware before proceeding to feed your bundles of joy. Cleanup after feeding is also part of the service, and the utensils, flatware and bottles will be put away. 

Playtime with your Babies

Before taking your babies to their cribs or beds for naptime, some babysitters may engage your babies in a short play session. Babysitters can place them in their play crib and play with them using their favourite toys. If your children are toddlers, the babysitter can engage them in simple games using their toys and even read them a story to prepare them for naptime.  

Preparing for Naptime

Babysitters will take your baby to their cribs or beds for naptime at the time you specify. They will patiently rock or lull them to sleep and ensure they are safely tucked in. You can provide some items to help your babies sleep, like a music box or mobile that plays a soft lullaby. Babysitters will remain with your baby as they nap and periodically check on them. Should they rouse from the nap due to a wet diaper, the babysitter will change their diapers straight away.

Other Services

Other babysitting services can include bathing and changing the clothes of your babies as necessary. If they have any medications, the babysitter can administer these to them. Be sure to advise them of the dosage and have their medications ready. Some babysitters may offer to buy the baby food or formula for their meal times during the day if you’ve run out of these items.

Recent Babysitters tasks

Babysitter

$40

Crace ACT, Australia

10th May 2025

Hey I am looking for a babysitter with valid wwvp card for my baby in gungahlin. I need urgently for tomorrow and can continue the service for a couple of months for a couple of days a week depending upon the skills

Looking for babysitter

$150

Bundoora VIC, Australia

9th May 2025

Hi all brain trust I need someone to babysit my boy tomorrow Must have wwwc and love children Feeling comfortable to look after my boy during my absence from 9am-2pm tomorrow (Sunday) Can book ongoing every weekend as I need time off for myself

Babysitting

$160

Richmond VIC, Australia

9th May 2025

5.30-11pm (Richmond). two kids. Please let me know, thank you.

Was professional, on time and diligent. Cheers.

Babysitter

$80

Lalor Park NSW, Australia

9th May 2025

Looking for a babysitter for my 8 week old for 3 hours on Wednesday 9am-12pm

Babysitter

$80

Bomaderry NSW 2541, Australia

8th May 2025

Youll be looking after my 2 year old daughter from 9.30am to 2.30pm

Looking for a babysitting/nanny job for the weekends

$35

Geelong VIC, Australia

5th May 2025

Currently looking for a side job as I have experience in childcare and currently work throughout the week at a centre but just wanting to do some babysitting or nanny work, I also do have experience in babysitting as well, I look after a variety of ages from babies to 5 year olds and older as well.

Babysitting a 1 year old

$35

Morphettville SA 5043, Australia

5th May 2025

Looking for a reliable babysitter for occasional daytime care

Mandarin speaking babysitter

$50

Caulfield South VIC 3162, Australia

5th May 2025

I'm looking for a Mandarin speaker babysitter for my 2 children , aged 6 and 4 once a week in Caulfield south. Ideally Thurs after school but I'm flexible. Police check required

Day hours Babysitter needed for 1 yr old

$100

Box Hill NSW 2765, Australia

2nd May 2025

8-5 babysitting service needed for 1 yr old boy. Nappy change Meal feeding Wwcc and police check mandatory Vaccinations mandatory Entertaining Naps

Babysit child for 5 hours

$250

Wentworthville NSW, Australia

26th Apr 2025

My regular babysitter is unavailable this coming Saturday May 3rd, so I require a fill in. Hours are 4.00am-9.00am. Child is asleep until approximately 6am, so it’s an easy job. Upon waking just bit of breakfast, TV, books etc. Please do not apply if the hours are a problem!! Reliability and own transport a must. Working with children check, resume and referees to be provided please.

Punctual, reliable and did the job perfectly. Will absolutely be first point of call going forward!

Babysitter

$240

Lidcombe NSW, Australia

23rd Apr 2025

We are seeking a caring and experienced babysitter to look after our 11-month-old son on Thursday, April 24, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Location: Lidcombe, NSW Day Rate: $240​ Requirements: Proven experience caring for infants Current Working with Children Check First Aid and CPR certification Non-smoker Reliable and punctual​

Nice person but don't have enough experience for babysitter considering her pay rate.

Babysitter for 18 month old

$100

Zillmere QLD 4034, Australia

16th Apr 2025

We require a babysitter from between 9am and 11am. Total duration 2hrs. Location for babysitting will be at the zillmere home location. Time is only very slightly flexible and need to keep very close to 9am and 11am as the start and end times.

On time and professional

Housekeeper and babysitter (1 yr old)

$30

Port Melbourne VIC, Australia

18th Mar 2025

Thrice a week Babysitting Basic cleaning

Job wonderfully done! Will book again

Babysitting

$150

Bellbird Park QLD, Australia

18th Mar 2025

Childcare Task Details Specific Requirements • Days: Wednesday - Friday • Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (2 hours maybe 3 hours if the sitter wants) • Child: Infant, almost 9 months old Key Responsibilities 1. Direct supervision of infant 2. Engaging play activities appropriate for 9-month-old

She was great, highly recommended!

Babysitting - Saturday 8 March - 10.30am to midnight

$40

Epping NSW, Australia

3rd Mar 2025

Look after 4 kids (ages 12, 10, 10, 8) who are pretty self-sufficient from midday to midnight on Saturday, 8 March. Kids are to be looked after at my house. Budget is 40ph

Maria was a great communicator, punctual and our kids had an amazing time with her

Babysitting

$80

Hawker ACT, Australia

29th Jan 2025

Babysitting and light cleaning - View all the details of this offer: https://www.airtasker.com/offers/01JJRKADHB6BGCDNJG9BTV6452

Roan is helpful as always

Babysit our 4yo girl (Malayalam/Tamil speaker pref, but not mandatory)

$25

Brunswick VIC, Australia

20th Jan 2025

Hi there, we are a friendly warm gay couple. We're looking for a babysitter for regular babysitting requests. Must have experience babysitting children (and/or have had children of your own) and would love if you're happy to do a couple of light tasks around the house once the child is asleep like folding laundry or stacking/un-stacking the dishwasher, tidying up toys if at all :) Preference for qualified childcare workers/educators who are looking for evening shifts, and anyone who can speak the Malayalam or Tamil language but not necessary. If we all feel happy/comfortable after the first shift, we'd love to meet someone we can stay in touch with for regular baby sitting down the track! The requirements will generally be evening/night-times on weekdays and weekends, and sometimes weekend afternoons on an as-needs basis. Must be comfortable working with a queer family, in our home. We have only put 1 hour on the airtasker advertisement so you don't have to pay high fees. The remainder will be paid in person in cash for each session. Hope to meet someone lovely and look forward to hearing from you - Due date: however work to start in feb

Excellent communication, collaboration and lovely caring approach. Indu has been incredible.

Babysitter

$30

Southbank VIC, Australia

2nd Jan 2025

Looking for a loving caring social and responsible babysitter to look after my 2 year old son. Experience with toddlers necessary.

Absolutely amazing babysitter. Very sweet, kind and caring person. My son Absolutely loved her. Plan on using her again and as often as she's available.

Assistant Babysitter

$500

Tamarama NSW, Australia

30th Dec 2024

Last minute however baby sitter required from 5pm - 10pm in Tamarama. 7 month old girl, very calm however my Mum is elderly so she isn't able to change nappies or the likes. She is on hand to assist however. Previous arrangements fell through hence the last minute nature.

Sadie was an incredible baby sitter for our 7 month old. She assisted at late notice and was seamless in her care. Highly recommend, will be working with her in future.

Babysitting wed and thurs

$220

Hawker ACT, Australia

13th Dec 2024

Babysitting and light cleaning service - View all the details of this offer: https://www.airtasker.com/offers/01JF11XMEABMWK416K7K93MCNJ

Roan is super helpful, shows initiative and is always polite.