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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 Illawarra

Babysitting

$30

Austinmer NSW, Australia

18th Jan 2024

We’re looking for a local babysitter for ad hoc occasions. 2 kids: a 3yo boy and a 5 yo girl. We live in Austinmer. Looking for approx $30/hr - Due date: Flexible

Babysitting

$100

Wollongong NSW, Australia

29th Sep 2023

I need someone reliable to look after my two daughters ages 8 & 6, for 2-4hours today from 2pm-6pm. - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 29 September 2023

Babysitter

$25

Port Kembla NSW, Australia

25th Sep 2023

Looking for ongoing babysitting for my 5yo daughter. Mon & Tue Mornings 4:30-7:30am and Monday evenings 3pm - 8pm. Needs WWC check & current first aid. Morning shifts you are able to arrive and go back to sleep until she wakes up at 7am. $25hr - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 2 October 2023

Housekeeper nanny

$25

Austinmer NSW, Australia

8th Sep 2023

We are looking for a part time housekeeper/nanny. Preferably a lady. You will be with my wife and son and myself as I work from home. Basic tasks assiting with cleaning, light cooking and nanny duties. 3-5 hours over a few days a week. Looking for some regular so near us is better. Two days a week to be discussed. - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 13 September 2023

Housekeeper/nanny

$30

Austinmer NSW, Australia

4th Sep 2023

We are looking for a housekeeper to come in help clean, do washing, prep some meals and help take care of our son at times. Looking for someone with experience to work with us longterm. - Due date: Flexible

Nanny to mind children. Must have WWCC

$25

Wollongong NSW, Australia

31st May 2023

Looking for 4 nannies (who lives locally in Wollongong area and not part of any nannies agencies) to help us in North Wollongong (about 6 to 7 hours in total) on the Labour long weekend (Sat 30 September 5 hours and Sunday 1 Oct 2 hours). We (non profit) are planning to hold a family seminar and we need nannies to mind the kids. There will be around 20 kids ranging from 3 to 11 years old, with 14 of them are school age kids. The expectation of the job is to manage and minding the children in the children's room, monitoring and play with them, encourage them to do simple art and craft and keeping the room clean. Thank you kindly in advance for your help🙏 - Due date: Before Saturday, 1 July 2023

Nanny required to take children to school

$150

Gerringong NSW, Australia

16th Jan 2023

Dropping Two children off at school 3 days a fortnight,Thursday,Friday and a Monday on consecutive days. To be picked up in Gerringong than dropped off at Coledale public School by 8:50. Thank you William - Due date: Flexible

Morning Nanny required to drop children off to school

$150

Gerringong NSW, Australia

3rd Jan 2023

Dropping children off at school 3 days a fortnight,Thursday,Friday and a Monday. To be picked up in Gerringong than dropped off at Coledale public School by 8:50 - Due date: Flexible

Babysitter wanted

$120

Port Kembla NSW, Australia

9th Dec 2022

From 2023 looking for a carer for my 4 year old daughter while I work. Monday afternoon 4pm - 8pm Also possibility of more work if interest is there. Preferably female who is willing to get working with children check. - Due date: Flexible

Im looking for a part time babysitter 3-4 days per week!

$400

Wongawilli NSW, Australia

7th Dec 2022

Im looking for a part time babysitter 3-4 days per week! Hours would be 8 or 9- 5pm. Looking to pay about $400. Babysitting 3yr old and 4 yr old just from our house. Experience would be great! - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 19 December 2022

Childcare nanny au pair baby toddler babysitter

$125

Thirroul NSW, Australia

10th Jul 2022

Hi, We have 5 week old twins and a 2 year old at home and looking for additional help at home in Thirroul. At this stage we are looking for somebody to come over for approx. 4 shifts per week (maybe 2 mornings eg 7am-12pm and 2 afternoon/evenings 4pm-9pm) to begin with. There may be some evening and night requirements too so ideally need somebody who has flexibility in their schedule. Required experience with toddlers and babies as general tasks will include playing with toddler, helping out with babies (eg Nanny, au pair, babysitter, nurse, childcare experience) If this sounds of interest we would love to have a phone call this week with a view to inviting you over for a meet and greet to make sure we are compatible. If you have any questions let me know. Thanks Mike and Megs

Babysitting for 2 weeks

$25

Koonawarra NSW, Australia

3rd Jun 2022

Needing a babysitter from 12:30-5:30 Monday to Friday for 2 weeks starting monday the 6/6. Toddler (19month old girl) at home, then will need to drive to Unanderra at 2:30 o do school pick up of 6 and 8 year old then back home. Needs to be fine with babies and have a licence. - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 6 June 2022

Babysitting on weekends

$75

Warrawong NSW, Australia

7th Feb 2022

I have a 2 year old and 8 month old boy, Needing a few hours on the Saturday to get some rest upstairs or clean etc Not sure on the date depends on the offers and prices.

Nannying/babysitting

$150

Albion Park Rail NSW 2527, Australia

31st Jan 2022

Hello! We Have a 9yr girl and 6yr boy who need a nanny for a couple days/week. Wed/thurs/or a Friday. 1-2days. Ideally we’re after school drop off and pick up from Jamberoo on these days as we both work and the buses don’t go there. Then care after school for a few hours…. Exact $$ to be discussed We’re flexible, and looking for a long term partnership (all the nanny apps are not helpful). So basically the details could be negotiated. Up to you how you see it working. If you are keen on extra $ we could discuss helping around the house with stuff. Must be warm and caring, and interested in getting to know them and our family. In return we’d be keen to get to know you and always treat you with respect, warmth and generosity. Must have solid experience with kids, own car and licence.

Babysitting

$35

Towradgi NSW, Australia

12th Jan 2022

Regular babysitter to look after a healthy 15 month old boy every Wednesday ideally for about 4 to 8 hours. With the possibility of an extra day a week every so often. Not essential but if able to speak Chinese, would be desirable. (However neither parent does). - Due date: Flexible

I need babysitter services

$80

North Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia

28th Apr 2021

Regular babysitting for 9 year old girl and 6 year old boy required, in our home. Usually Saturday evening/ nights a couple of times each month.

I need babysitter services

$40

Bellambi NSW, Australia

26th Apr 2021

School pick up for a 5yr old approx 2x week from 3pm until 530pm. Occasional weekends for a 1 yr old and 5yr old for 5-8 hrs. Hubby and I are both nurses on shift work so hours and days are variable.

I need babysitter services

$100

Austinmer NSW, Australia

21st Apr 2021

Babysit our son Fraser for a couple of hours on a Saturday night. From around 5.30pm -9.pm. We will put him to bed so all the work is done

Experienced Babysitter Needed for 4 x 3 year olds

$150

Gerringong NSW, Australia

14th Apr 2021

Hi there, We are looking for an experienced babysitter to come and help us on Saturday the 17th of April. Date: Saturday 17th Location: Gerroa / Gerringong home Time: 12pm - 5pm Number of children: 5 x 3 year olds + 1 x 1 year old, working alongside our regular Nanny (so 2 x adults in total) We are planning a special lunch in Gerringong and will have 5 x 3 year olds and 1 x 1 year olds in our home. Our Nanny from Sydney will be there and will just need another set of lovely and experienced hands to assist on the day. Please let me know if you are available and what experience you have looking after little ones. We would love to meet you on Thursday if possible to have a quick face-to-face interview and for our little ones to meet you. Thanks so much! Danni

I need babysitter services

$15

Fairy Meadow NSW, Australia

18th Mar 2021

I need a baby sitter for 2 to 3 hours a day. Will be different time every week. Also not required everyday depends on my duty