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Recent Childcare & Safety reviews

Hanain was amazing and instantly connected with my kid. She was on time and really considerate as a baby sitter. She took an interest in my son's games and definitely kept him occupied the entire time. Thanks Hanain.

I need babysitter services

$20

Friendly and caring for our little baby! Highly recommended!

Nanny needed-11 months toddler

$120

Anna was a good help and kind enough to spend time with my 6 years old son. She has good problem solving skills and very tentative with her care. Thanks Anna

Babysitting

$70

Absolutely wonderful person! Kind, and amazing with my 5 year old daughter. Highly recommended!

Babysitter

$20

My son loves Karla, she’s fun and polite. She knows how to make my son Happy and laugh.

Babysit my son

$90

Kristine was excellent with my son, playing and interacting with him very well! He really enjoyed being with her!

Calm and caring nanny

$30

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Need to find an emergency childcare provider because your regular babysitter isn’t available, your relatives are out of town, and you have work in an hour? No worries! Airtasker can help you find a trusted childcare practitioner in minutes. Here’s why our platform is an excellent choice for finding a childcare provider who can head to your home:

First, you can reach dozens of nearby babysitters or baby safety experts with a single post—no need to make dozens of calls or text your parenting group for recommendations. Next, you can specify your budget, so you don’t need to pay an arm and a leg to find someone trustworthy. Lastly, our platform lets you read customer reviews before you book. That way, you get to hear from other parents who hired that Tasker!

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Top Childcare & Safety related questions

First, keep the rooms free from clutter. Make sure that all surfaces, toys, utensils, and your hands are sanitised regularly. Next, replenish any emergency kits (if you’re a Tasker, make sure you know where the first-aid kit is). Lastly, supervise the children or babies at all times. Note that instead of bringing your child to a daycare or playschool setting, the Tasker can head to your location.

The top 5 tips (or rules) for child safety at home are:

  • Prevent illness through proper handwashing, sanitising surfaces, and ensuring that the child has all the recommended immunisations. 
  • Practice food safety. 
  • Be safe while playing.
  • Baby proof or childproof the area. Avoid clutter, pad sharp edges, and make sure that nothing dangerous is within reach. 
  • Know what to do in an emergency. This includes having an emergency kit and a list of emergency contacts.

First, state in your task post that you require them to present their proof of registration, licence, and credentials. Next, before booking a Tasker, make sure to go through their customer ratings and reviews. Finally, ask to see their credentials before letting a childcare provider into your home. 

The list of baby proofing to-dos may depend on your own home and child, but in general, you must do the following:

  • Keep surfaces clean and free from clutter
  • Keep dangerous items (knives, scissors, ceramics, cables, sockets, cleaning products, small things that could be choking hazards) out of reach
  • Pad sharp edges or corners 
  • Keep an eye out for heavy objects
  • Know the settings on your hot-water heater

For a more thorough approach, we recommend hiring a baby proofing expert near you.

A child safety kit is a document that should contain the following information. Make sure to update this regularly: 

  • Your child’s name
  • Birthdate
  • Age
  • Height and weight
  • Gender
  • Ethnicity
  • Eye and hair colour
  • Unique physical characteristics (e.g. birthmarks, braces, glasses)
  • Medical needs and medications
  • Emergency contacts
  • Fingerprints
  • DNA sample (e.g. hair, an old toothbrush)
  • Recent colour photo

This depends on your child’s development. Some parents feel comfortable getting rid of the baby gates when their child turns two or three, and some child experts recommend childproofing until the age of five. No matter when you choose to stop baby proofing or childproofing, remember that these little precautions and adjustments don’t eliminate the need for proper adult supervision.

What do childcare and safety services include?

When you book a childcare and safety service through our platform, you get to work with a practitioner who can go to your home and help you look after your baby or child. If you or your partner are about to give birth, you can also find experts to help you get through labour and the first few weeks of life with your newborn. 

You can find the following types of childcare and safety practitioners on our platform:

Babysitting

A babysitter usually takes care of babies and young children temporarily - for example, an emergency comes up at work, you need to run some errands, or you want a (well-deserved) night out. Babysitters usually do not have any formal qualifications besides registration.  

They’re in charge of changing nappies, preparing meals, keeping the kids entertained, and supervising them. 

Childminding

If you’re going to be out regularly (e.g. for your 9-5 job), or if you’re going to be on a business trip for a week and none of your relatives can watch the kids, you’ll need a childminder. 

Childminders, like babysitters, are required to register with Ofsted. They may also have more credentials than a typical babysitter. These can include a childminding course, pediatric First Aid, and safeguarding training. Childminders typically prepare meals, change diapers, bathe and dress the kids, take them to and from school, and help with their education. 

Doula services

Doulas are responsible for providing emotional and physical support to the mother. This usually starts months before the birth. During your pregnancy, a doula is expected to educate you about pregnancy and birth, help you create a birth plan, talk to you about life experiences that might affect your birth experience, and help you prepare for your post-birth state.

During labour, they can support you physically by creating your ideal birthing environment. They also suggest positions and breathing exercises. Doulas also serve as your champion when talking to your healthcare providers. 

After giving birth, you can usually expect a doula to help you bond with your new baby and give you tips for feeding, sleeping, and settling with your newborn. Doulas typically service home births. If you choose to deliver your child in a hospital and don’t have a way to get your doula there fast, you can use Airtasker to find a trusted driver near you.

Maternity nursing

When you book a maternity nurse, expect a support system that’ll help you learn the basics of caring for your new baby. They may show you how to carry, feed, bathe, dress, and comfort your newborn. Maternity nurses may also help by taking care of your baby for hours at a time, allowing you time to rest and recover.

Life with your little one can be challenging! Thankfully, you can easily find people in your community who can help you shop for groceries without leaving your home. You can also find cleaning experts who’ll help you declutter or even clean out your gutters.

Recent Childcare & Safety tasks

Babysitter

$30

Brassall QLD, Australia

20th Mar 2025

Babysitter required for a fortnightly date night with extra hours required once we get to know you 😊🌺 2 girls aged 10 and 5 - we require someone for either the evenings or the weekends, with additional services such as cleaning etc if available (this is optional). If you think that you would be a great fit for our family - please don't hesitate to reply! *Please note: We do have 2 dogs and 1 cat in case this may impact you I am more than happy to pick you up and drop you home if you are the right fit but do not have a car 🚗

Nanny ongoing

$60

Mount Cotton QLD 4165, Australia

20th Mar 2025

Collection from school in the afternoon for an 7 & 9 year old and transport to afternoon sports 2-3 times per week around the Redlands area. More hours ad hoc and casual evening babysitting may be available. Supervising with homework as required. Can work in with uni requirements on discussion. Further hours may be available during the school holidays. Must be able to provide documentation of Blue Card, Valid DL and Criminal History Check. Ongoing position for the right fit and hourly rate TBA.

Babysitter

$30

Springwood QLD 4127, Australia

20th Mar 2025

Babysitting my 4 year old in woodridge.

Babysitting support

$175

Glebe, New South Wales

20th Mar 2025

Support with 10 month old boy, while I am within close proximity between hours of 9-1:30am

Babysitter needed every fortnight

$350

Gungahlin ACT, Australia

20th Mar 2025

Every fortnight before school drop off and pick up and stay with them until I finish work at 6pm on Mon, Tues, Fri and every second weekend all day on Sat, Sun 7am - 6pm

Babysitting

$30

Coburg VIC, Australia

20th Mar 2025

Experienced Babysitter Needed for intelligent 9-Year-Old We’re looking for a reliable, patient, and experienced babysitter to look after my 9-year-old autistic son, for occasional school pickups, evenings and occasional weekends. My child is very social and loves engaging in deep conversations and delving into their special interests (history, space/ wormholes, minecraft etc), so someone who can keep up with their energy and interests is a must! What you'll need to do: *Supervise them at home, ensuring their safety and well-being *Organise activities to keep them engaged, such as arts & crafts, games, or reading * Help with basic meal prep where needed (they enjoy simple meals!) * Provide a calm and supportive environment to help them feel comfortable Requirements: -Experience working with children, preferably with young people on the spectrum -Responsible, reliable, and able to follow specific instructions -Willing to work evenings or weekends on an as-needed basis (Im an academic & consultant, so wont have set hours) -Must have a valid Working With Children Check (or willing to obtain one) -First aid and CPR training preferred Rate: $30 per hour (negotiable based on experience) Please reach out if you’re interested or have any questions! Looking forward to hearing from you.

Japanese babysitter/ Housekeeper

$20

Brookwater QLD, Australia

20th Mar 2025

Seeking a Japanese-speaking female babysitter/housekeeper. Primary role: Managing household tasks, with occasional care for three children. Japanese language preferred, as our 6-year-old is eager to learn!

Babysitter for 2 kids

$25

Chadstone VIC, Australia

19th Mar 2025

I am a wfh mom looking for help 2 days a week with my girls and home. Please reach out if you can help us with: - Cleaning of the house - Laundry - Playing with my 2 year old - Picking my 6 year old after school (walk across the road) - Keeping an eye on the kids while I work and cook 2 days a week (Tues and Thurs), timing negotiable. Would also love to have you babysit the occasional evenings so mom and dad can get out. We are looking for someone who can commit to a longer term arrangement and would be open to stepping up the days if it works out for us.

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

$275

Bellbird Park QLD, Australia

18th Feb 2025

Childcare Task Details Specific Requirements • Days: Monday- 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

Renee was fantastic! She was punctual, caring, and great with our child . She kept him engaged, handled everything smoothly, and left the place tidy. Highly recommend her for any childcare tasks!

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

Babysitter required TONIGHT: 6.30-11.30pm (Richmond)

$110

Richmond VIC, Australia

25th Jan 2025

Looking for a reliable babysitter to look after two wonderful kids (9-year-old girl and 6-year-old boy) TONIGHT from 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM. Both kids are easy-going, largely independent, and self-sufficient. Tasks mainly involve supervising, ensuring they're safe, and engaging with them if needed. We're attending the tennis, so the finish time has to be flexible, depending on the match's duration. Chances are, we could be home way sooner than 11.30pm. If you're experienced, friendly, and available, we'd love to hear from you!

Very professional, trustworthy and accountable. Highly recommended.

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.

Need nanny

$80

Donnybrook VIC 3064, Australia

8th Dec 2024

I need nanny to take care of my son for 4 hours, I want her to feed him and take him to park. I am at home but not feeling well. I live in Donnybrook

Beautiful great Nanny.

Looking for a Nanny - Child Worker on Christmas Eve

$40

Pendle Hill NSW, Australia

5th Dec 2024

We're seeking a responsible and engaging nanny or childcare worker to help entertain and supervise a group of children (7 under the age of 6yo) at our home on Christmas Eve. We will be present throughout the evening, but need an extra hand to ensure the children have a fun and safe Christmas Eve. Duties: Engaging children in age-appropriate activities (games, crafts, storytelling) Supervising playtime and ensuring children's safety Assisting with snacks and meals (if needed) Maintaining a positive and festive atmosphere Requirements: Experience working with children (nannying, babysitting, childcare, teaching, etc.) Energetic, patient, and creative with a genuine love for children Excellent communication skills and ability to interact positively with children and adults Current Working with Children Check (or equivalent) and First Aid certification (preferred) Compensation: $40 per hour (negotiable based on experience) Between 3.30pm and 8.30pm

Sadie is a very nice, polite person. The children loved her and she did a great job keeping them entertained throughout the evening. I will use Sadie again when the opportunity arises. Highly recommended

Babysitter

$100

Spearwood WA, Australia

29th Nov 2024

I’m heading out for dinner. Looking for an experienced babysitter to mind my daughter who is 7. You will likely watch a movie and play a board game. I would likely be home no later than 10pm. WWC and Police Check please for my peace of mind. Thanks ☺️

Millie is a great person and wonderful communication, thanks for your help.

Nanny / Baby Sitting

$500

Brisbane City QLD, Australia

28th Nov 2024

I need a reliable and fun babysitter for my energetic 8-year-old son. Here's the schedule: Friday (today): 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Monday: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM A package deal for all four days would be ideal, but it's fine if you're only available for some days. I am flexible with the hours. The location is Herschel St, Meriton Building.

Professional. Good Communication. Will book her again in case needed.