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

Babysit child for 5 hours

$250

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

Nanny / Baby Sitting

$500

very pleasant and worked extremely well with our 9 month old. No issues at all and would definately use again. She is experianced.

Nanny Help

$75

My two boys thought Hayden was awesome!

Babysitter

$120

Georgina is an excellent babysitter. She was on time. She delivered excellent care for our two kids 4 y. o. and 18 month. Kids were very staying with her. I definitely recommend her for babysitting job.

Babysitting in a hotel (once)

$150

Perfect comms and childcare support on the day. In fact someone I would rehire without a doubt..

Babysitter for a few 4-10 year olds

$140

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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

Babysitting

$20

Greenvale VIC 3059, Australia

14th Oct 2025

Baby sitting for acouple hrs a day from 11.30am till 3.30pm, his 2 years old very playful, just someone to feed and play with him and change nappies.

Nanny / babysitter

$150

Bellevue Hill NSW, Australia

14th Oct 2025

We are hosting a small dinner and there are 3-4 children under one. The mothers and parents will all be present but just want an extra pair of hands or two to help while people are eating or socialising. It’ll be 5-9/10pm job. Thank you. If all goes well we can order more work in the future. We also need a live in nanny for 2 nights every 2 weeks while my wife and I go out for a drink.

Female needed to help babysit daughter for 2 hours

$150

Broadbeach QLD 4218, Australia

14th Oct 2025

Female only- needed to baby sit my daughter while I’m doing my hair. You will come so the me to hairdressers and maybe hold her and play with her until I’m done. Located in Broadbeach Has to be before 12

Housekeeper / Nanny

$25

Clovelly NSW, Australia

13th Oct 2025

1 hour trial, please respond with your hourly rate. Housekeeper/mothers help/babysitter for a warm family of 4 in Clovelly . 6 hours a week Monday and Thursday afternoon We are a warm, nature loving, busy family of 4 in Clovelly looking for a housekeeper/mothers help/child minder to keep our household running. Freddie, 3 and Hazel, 1 are at daycare 4 days a week. Both parents work full time. We are looking for someone to help with - Washing, drying and putting away laundry - Changing bed sheets - Basic cooking and meal prep - Unpacking groceries - Cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming, mop etc - General tidying up - Ad hoc household jobs or errands as needed - Occasionally picking up kids from daycare and starting in dinner We are looking for someone who can - Be proactive and independent. Someone who can walk into the house and see what needs to be done. Areas to tidy and clean. Open the fridge and cook a meal or make a note of what needs replacing. We will provide guidance on jobs to help with but we would love someone to think of it as their house and what needs to be done. - Proficient English - Drivers license and own car - Great with kids and happy to help with childcare as needed occasionally - A careful and responsible worker. We have a lovely home and are very house proud, we are looking for someone who will take great care of our belongings and home. - working with children check - current first aid certification We also need a nanny on Tuesday from 8-4pm to look after our 1 year old until end of January 2026. If you are also interested in this work please let me know.

Babysitting of my 4 years son

$45

Craigieburn VIC 3064, Australia

13th Oct 2025

We are a family of 3. Need help with my 4 years old son while getting ready for work, cooking etc from 7 am- 8.30 am on all weekdays. We prefer a lady for the job.

Babysitter

$120

Clyde VIC, Australia

1st Oct 2025

Title: After-School Babysitter Needed (6:30 PM – 10 PM, Monday) Description: Hi! I’m looking for a responsible and caring babysitter to look after my two boys on Monday evening from 6:30 PM to 10 PM. They will be picked up from their school holiday program, so you’ll need to collect them from there. Responsibilities: Feed them dinner Ensure they have a shower Read a bedtime story Have them in bed by 7:30 PM General supervision and care Requirements: Previous babysitting or childcare experience Comfortable with children aged [6 year old & 9 year old] Reliable and punctual First aid certification preferred but not required

My two boys thought Hayden was awesome!

Childcare

$200

Double Bay NSW, Australia

21st Sep 2025

Looking for someone to be part of a team looking after a group of children at a communal event. There will be around 15 kids ages 4-9 The event will run on Tuesday (tomorrow) for 2.5 hours 10.45am - 1.15pm We have a scheduled program but will also welcome any type of creative activity to do with the children. Looking for someone with good energy who can engage with the children. We are paying $80 per hour

Aébfhinn was Excelent! She engaged very well with the children and was easy to work with. Highly recommended.

Nanny/babysitter for 7 year old girl

$25

Toowong QLD 4066, Australia

4th Sep 2025

We're looking for a female nanny/babysitter for our 7 years old daughter to help with the following: 1. School drop and pickup 2. Engage her with maths, reading, writing lessons 3. Take her to park for free play and gymnastics sessions. We're based in Toowong, close to train station. We're willing to pay upto $25/hour. Timings and rate can be negotiated. You need to have a car, be a non-smoker and have police and children check.

Gabby's a great communicator and she was able to engage my 7 years old with ease and empathy.

Babysitting Toddler in CBD

$150

Sydney, New South Wales

14th Aug 2025

We are looking for a babysitter for our Toddler Particularly on Wednesdays and Fridays and open to more days. We have one sweet toddler, she is well behaved and very charismatic. We want someone who can stay with her at home. Looking to pay $25-$30 per hour. The ideal candidate would be available on Wednesdays during business hours.

Great babysitter. Highly recommend.

Reliable Babysitter Needed – Dee Why (Mondays)

$25

Dee Why NSW 2099, Australia

18th Jul 2025

We’re looking for a mature, reliable, and experienced babysitter to care for our two young children (ages 2 and 3) every Monday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM in Dee Why 2099. Requirements: • Solid experience with toddlers • WWCC (Working With Children Check) and Police Clearance • Calm, caring, and trustworthy • Preferably not a student or teenager Rate: $25/hour (7 hours = $175/day) This is a consistent weekly role and ideal for someone looking for part-time, long-term work with a loving family. Please include your experience and qualifications in your offer. Thank you!

Neeloo is polite, kind, and clearly experienced with children. She came on time, communicated well, and took time to meet our family. We appreciated her gentle nature and willingness to help. Thank you for taking the time to visit us!

Babysitter

$200

Gowanbrae VIC, Australia

10th Jul 2025

Hi there! I’m looking for an experienced and reliable babysitter to care for my child from 7:00pm Friday evening until 12:00- 1 midnight on Friday Details: • Age of child: 10 years old • Location: Gowanbrae • Duties include supervising overnight, she is a night owl but it school holidays so I want stress about her bedtime • Must have experience with children, be trustworthy, and ideally have a Working With Children Check • Non-smoker preferred Please let me know your experience and availability. Thanks so much!

Amazing and did a great job

Looking for a babysitter on an on going basis

$25

Yarraville Ward VIC, Australia

5th Jul 2025

Looking for a baby sitter to work Tuesday and Wednesday

Neelam was great with the kids, they loved her so much and they enjoyed her company

Nanny for casual babysittyin (25-30 per hour)

$60

Blackburn South VIC, Australia

29th Jun 2025

My wife and I have 2 kids: a 2 and half year old girl and 17 month old boy. We are looking for a nanny to help out on occasional evenings and weekends. The boy is energetic and runs around a lot and very very approachable. The girl is a bit more shy with new people. You will not need to handle 2 kids at once unless they are watching TV and either me or my wife will be home either working on a laptop or doing housework. Kids like to do Lego, play with their toy pianos, the girl likes singing and dancing. We have a big grassy backyard with plenty of stuff to do. If you are coming on the weekend the goal will be to get them very active on weekday evenings we are open pretty much to anything. Please respond with your availability for the following days: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (6-8) PM ($60) Weekends 8:30 AM to 1 PM (if you start with this will double the price to $120) Also let us know if you have a police check and phone numbers of babysitting references.

Lovely, warm and a natural with kids. Also easy to deal with. Would recommend!

Short Time Babysitting

$60

Moorooka QLD, Australia

23rd Jun 2025

Hi looking for an urgent babysitter for my 7 year old son! For 2-3 hours tomorrow from 6am- 8am or 9am.

Very helpful and on time 🥰 Thank you so much!

Babysitting

$30

Canterbury VIC 3126, Australia

5th Jun 2025

Need a trustworthy, kind ,caring, joyful, experienced babysitter to watch 5 year old and 2 year old. Need to help wt general housework occasionally ie laundry, tidying up etc. Need to have wwcc, police check and preferably first aid certificate. :)

Kids love her. Will definitely use again. :)

Babysitter

$30

Canterbury VIC 3126, Australia

5th Jun 2025

Need a trustworthy, fun, caring,joyful, experienced wt kids babysitter to occasionally watch 5 yr old and 2 yr old. Has to be above 25 years of age. Has to be fluent in English. Has to have previous experience wt kids. Has to be kind and energetic. Has to have Wwcc and police check.

Great wt kids.will use again. :)

Babysitter Saturday 7th June Sutherland Shire

$250

Gymea Bay NSW 2227, Australia

2nd Jun 2025

Look after my 6 and 4 year old boys between 4pm - 10pm. Serve dinner which I have prepared in advance and put them to bed at 7.30pm. Will be home by 10pm latest. Only looking for experienced sitters with good reviews. Thx

Really nice and professional babysitter. Boys loved her. Could recommend her highly enough.