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Recent Childcare & Safety reviews in Melbourne

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

Easily engages with children ! Kids love her !

Casual Babysitting South Yarra Area

$20

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

Ruby is communicative, clear and diligent with her approach. Ruby had to manage an unsettled baby when we left and used her skills and attentiveness to get baby to sleep. Ruby kept us up to date during the evening, paying special attention to how baby was doing during the night. Thank you Ruby. Highly recommended.

Babysitting our 11 mth old baby

$20

Diligent carer. Felt very confidendent leaving my 19th month old in her care. Has a very fun disposition and i would be confident she would be great with kids of all ages. Thanks Ruby

Babysitter needed Sunday night in CBD for 19mnth o

$85

Thanks, Ruby. Much appreciated.

Babysitting - This Monday night and Ongoing Work

$120

What's the average cost of a childcare & safety expert in Melbourne

$35 - $170

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$35

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$112

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$170

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Average reviews for Childcare & Safety Services in Melbourne

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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 in Melbourne

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

Babysitter for 3 kids

$35

Melbourne VIC, Australia

14th Jan 2025

Need someone from 6pm to babysit kids in our bnb tonight. 2, 4, 7, good sleeper, we’ll be nearby.

Looking for a nanny

$350

Alphington VIC, Australia

28th Dec 2024

Looking for a nanny this week mainly for my 3 boys (age 7,5 and 3) If everyone including the nanny is happy I will continue to use on a long term basis (this is not compulsory for my reuirement this week) The task was posted last week but I didn’t pursue and my notifications was off and I didn’t reply to anyone so posting as a fresh task Please reach out immediately and happy to pay $30 to $35 an hour depending on hours per day

Babysitter

$40

Carlton Victoria, Avustralya

26th Dec 2024

Need a babysitter for New Year’s Eve my toddler will be sleeping I just need someone to sit in the living room and enjoy all the shows and snacks.

Babysitting

$240

Brunswick VIC, Australia

26th Dec 2024

Babysitting 20 month old boy- including play supervision/nappy change/helping with dinner feeding (my son self feeds but occasionally needs some help)/ doing dishes after dinner. You will have dinner with us. Job required over two days Saturday 28/12 5-8 pm,and Sunday 29/12 5-8 pm

Babysitter for 5hrs starting 6pm today

$100

South Melbourne VIC, Australia

18th Dec 2024

Need qualified baby sitter on short notice to start at 6pm and look after 2 infants Must have wwc Must have police check

Babysitter

$280

Carlton VIC, Australia

18th Dec 2024

I need a babysitter for my 10 month old in the new year for 6-8 hours on a Saturday evening, probably 6pm - 2am.

Part time nanny

$30

Elwood VIC, Australia

10th Dec 2024

Hi everyone, I live in Elwood and looking for a nanny for after school 2 days a week (3-5hour per day). I am flexible on the days. Must have own car and driver’s license. Many thanks. Lida

Wanting a nanny to entertain 5 kids from 1-10 while lunching

$200

Melbourne VIC, Australia

29th Nov 2024

I’m the Nan and want to have an adults lunch but need the kids amused

Babysitting in a hotel (once)

$150

Chinatown District VIC 3000, Australia

28th Nov 2024

Hi. We're staying in Melbourne for a couple of days and we need a babysitter while we will be on a corporate event from 6.30pm to 11pm. We can start from 5 pm to get to know kids better before we leave. Location: Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne, 3000. Date & Time: from 5pm to 11pm 29 Nov 2024. Two kids: Aryn (19 month, boy) and Amy (4 y. o, girl).

Babysitting

$50

St Kilda VIC, Australia

28th Nov 2024

Work from home father needs regular care from flexible trustworthy person

Overnight babysitter for 2.5 year old girl

$200

Fitzroy VIC, Australia

20th Nov 2024

Babysit 2.5 year old girl overnight. Times can be flexible but approx 8/9pm-9/10am would be ideal. Change her nappy and put her to bed around 11pm-12am if she has not fallen asleep sooner. She is unlikely to wake before i am back in the morning so you are welcome to just watch tv, use the internet, sleep etc the rest of the night. Would prefer someone who can do this on a regular or weekly basis. We can be fairly flexible and work around your availability.

Anita was so wonderful, babysitting my two year old daughter! She was so friendly that my daughter took her instantly and made leaving her with someone new so stress-free for me. I highly recommend Anita for babysitting services.

Looking for a nanny

$35

South Melbourne VIC, Australia

15th Nov 2024

I'm looking for someone to drop off my 3 year old daughter to child care as I have twins who are 4 months old at home. I would like her to be helped getting dressed and ready clothes and teeth brushed ect then taken to the childcare which is 4 minute drive from my house

Nanny to help look after 10 week old

$100

Brunswick VIC, Australia

7th Nov 2024

I need help looking after a 10 week old at home, with feeding and playtime and helping to sleep

Looking for nanny

$60

Clifton Hill VIC, Australia

5th Nov 2024

Looking for nanny from 12 pm to 6 pm ASAP.

Babysitter

$100

South Yarra, Victoria

26th Oct 2024

Need a babysitter for an 8 month old baby girl for 3 hours for one evening

Nanny Monday-Thursday

$30

Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

25th Oct 2024

Hello, I’m searching for a nanny for my 4-year-old daughter. I am offering $30 per hour for this position, working from Monday to Thursday from 9 am to 5 pm. Monday and Tuesday: Docklands Wednesday and Thursday: Fraser Rise Tasks include: • Teach her basic English and Math in the morning • play toys with her • prepare her lunch and feed her • Take her to the play centre or take her to the park if the weather is nice (Uber or Drive) • Art crafts and other activities • clean up the kitchen and living room area • keep her room tidy • get her ready for night routine before finishing the shift Parking available **Please make sure you’re available these hours before you send an offer***

It was lovely meeting Cheryl today, she will be working for me as nanny. She’s very kind and came on time.

Day and night time casual babysitting

$25

Clifton Hill VIC, Australia

25th Oct 2024

Casual, ongoing babysitting for a seven month old. We are looking for one or two regular babysitters that can mind our baby for evenings and also day times when we may need to work-from-home. Ideally looking to build ongoing relationships, like casual nannying. $25 per hour

Nanny for 6 month old, 2 days a week

$32

Alphington VIC, Australia

20th Oct 2024

We are looking for a nurturing and responsible nanny to look after our child. We would like someone with a few years experience, references, and who lives near Alphington. Preferably someone with a nursing or midwife background. 2 days a week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays). Please send me a message if you are interested.

Need a babysitter Fri 13th 8-11 Crown Metropol Melbourne

$80

Southbank VIC, Australia

11th Sep 2024

Hi, Looking for a baby sitter for my 7, 9, 11 year old girls from 8-11pm in the Crown Metropol Hotel in Southbank, Friday the 13th of September (This Friday). Kids will be mostly asleep and they are easy. Easy money for you. - Thanks, Daniel

Prijma was so wonderful with my three children. She played games with them, did a magic trick, helped them clean their teeth and get to bed on time. The kids loved her and we will definitely use her again if we are in Melbourne again.