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Mandy arrived before time and was quick to make friends with the girls who really enjoyed her company and were in tears when she left the place.

Casual babysitting

$200

Great, it was a pleasure doing business with Dexi

Babysitting

$120

Excellent airtasker!

Occasional live-in Nanny

$30

Nini was wonderful babysitting my son and providing support to my mother taking them around Sydney while I was off at a meeting. Very pleasant and gentle lady, reliable too. Would love to work with Nini again

Babysitting and tour guiding

$450

Thanks for the reference

Housekeeping nanny

$30

Natalie was a god send! She was prompt, reliable, creative and helpful…. Much needed given the unpredictability of looking after kids. Looking forward to engaging with her again next time we are up!

Babysitter in Terrigal

$30

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

$33 - $175

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$33

median

$100

high

$175

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Night Babysitter Needed (Simple Overnight Monitoring)

$150

Picnic Point NSW, Australia

10th Jan 2026

Hi! I’m looking for a reliable and calm night babysitter to stay at my place and keep an eye on my baby while he sleeps. He usually sleeps through the night, so the main job is just making sure he’s safe, comfortable, and settled. Details: • Time: Overnight (approx. 9pm to 6am) • Location: [Your suburb] • Baby sleeps well and is not usually fussy at night • You can rest/relax while he sleeps, just need to be present and attentive • No house chores needed Requirements: • Experience with babies • Kind, patient, trustworthy • Must stay attentive to monitor safety • Working With Children Check (preferred)

Babysitting

$20

Beverly Hills, New South Wales

10th Jan 2026

I am looking for a babysitter who is willing to spend some time with my kids on Saturdays from 12:00pm to 3:00 pm on regular basis .(2.5 years old boy and 1 year old girl )

Babysitter in Polkobin

$100

Pokolbin NSW 2320, Australia

8th Jan 2026

Need a sitter for the afternoon/evening - female only. Must have check

Nanny childcare

$30

Rhodes NSW, Australia

8th Jan 2026

We are looking for a qualified, friendly and reliable nanny to look after our 10-month-old son, on Tuesdays. • Location: Rhodes (near the train station). • Hours: Tuesdays, 10:00 AM – 03:00 PM.

Night Nanny

$250

Woollahra NSW 2025, Australia

8th Jan 2026

Night Nanny/Mother’s Helper We’re expecting our first baby (due January 10th, 2026) and are seeking an experienced night nanny to provide overnight support during the newborn phase. We’re based in Woollahra, Sydney. What we need: ∙ Overnight care for our newborn, several nights per week ∙ Support with feeding (bottle feeding expressed milk), settling, nappy changes, and general newborn care throughout the night ∙ Light nursery tidying and sterilisation of bottles ∙ Starting mid-January 2026 for approximately 2-3 months initially Ideal candidate: ∙ Experienced with newborns (0-3 months) ∙ Current First Aid and CPR certified ∙ Able to work independently while parents sleep ∙ Reliable, trustworthy, and professional ∙ Strong references from previous families ∙ Understanding of modern safe sleep practices Our situation: ∙ First-time parents, I work full-time (I have demanding work commitments) ∙ Looking for someone who can help us establish healthy sleep routines while ensuring we’re rested enough to function during the day ∙ Open to discussing rate and schedule (we understand the Sydney market rate is around $275/night)

Babysitting

$35

Illawong NSW, Australia

7th Jan 2026

I am available for babysitting and I enjoy caring for children.

Nanny- School pick up and drop off

$170

Northmead, New South Wales

7th Jan 2026

Part-Time Nanny Needed – Tuesdays & Thursdays We are a family looking for a reliable, kind, and experienced nanny to help us Tuesdays and Thursdays. Duties include: • Morning school drop-off for older children • Staying at our home with our younger child for a few hours • Afternoon school pick-up and returning home

Weekly Nanny needed to watch 1.5 yr old toddler

$100

Campsie, New South Wales

6th Jan 2026

Looking for a diligent and caring nanny/babysitter to assist me in watching my son while I wfh. Someone who is willing to work part time basis twice a week. I will be there to support. Ideally a uni student or recent graduate who has an interest in kids, or is studying early childhood education.

Babysitter

$150

Mascot NSW, Australia

6th Jan 2026

Looking for a female babysitter for 3 hours this morning in Mascot for a 6 year old. Must have first aid, and experience.

Sigrid was lovely, punctual and my son absolutely loved her x

Weekly Nanny Needed – 4yo, 2yo & 2mo

$35

Chiswick NSW, Australia

6th Jan 2026

We are looking for an experienced, caring nanny for 1 day per week, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm, to help with our three young children: 4 years, 2 years, and 2 months. Most of the time will be spent with the older two; occasional care for the baby may be needed. Responsibilities & Skills: • Organising toys with the children and returning them to their proper place • Supervising children closely and ensuring their safety at all times • Managing conflicts between siblings and calming cranky toddlers • Overseeing activities like painting without leaving messes behind • Engaging the older children in age-appropriate play and routines • Simple lunch/snack preparation for the children • Light tidying/cleaning after children’s activities Requirements: • Experience with children 0–5 years • Patient, reliable, and energetic • Able to manage multiple children confidently Rate: $35/hr. Ongoing weekly role in a friendly home. Please include references when applying.

Nanny / babysitter required

$200

Grays Point NSW 2232, Australia

6th Jan 2026

We need someone to look after our brilliant little 2 year old daughter tomorrow (Wednesday 7th Jan) for a few hours. If possible, we also need someone throughout January as we have just had our daycare cancel days at the 11th hour

Babysitter for 3 hours 4pm - 7pm 1st February

$150

Swansea NSW, Australia

6th Jan 2026

Look after my 6 month old son proper credentials needed while I attend a show in Newcastle. If good will be repeat work

Babysitting for a day

$200

Castle Hill NSW 2154, Australia

17th Dec 2025

Looking for someone to look after my 3.5 years old daughter on 18th December (tomorrow) at my apartment. Her mum will be at home working. Looking for covering from 9 am to 4:30 pm

Anika looked after my daughter with immense care. I recommend her highly!

Babysitting 8am to 2pm tomorrow in Pymble $50/hr

$250

Pymble, New South Wales

2nd Dec 2025

Babysit a 2 year old boy and 5 year old girl Tasks include - preparing food (help yourself too!) - put the 2 year old down for a nap at 12pm - colouring, hide and seek, toy cars, lego. - clean up after yourself and the kids - 8am start, 2pm finish (6 hours) - $250

Jennifer was amazing with the kids. She arranged a glowing reference last minute for reassurance. She went above and beyond and hung out the washing and put the groceries away while looking after both the kids. Would highly recommend as a very warm and capable babysitter.

Nanny for Saturday 8th November 9am to 1pm

$160

Sydney, New South Wales

7th Nov 2025

Nanny for 4 year old boy Must have experience with this age Has to have WWC number 4 hours 9am to 1pm - $160 or 40 p/h Sydney cbd near townhall

Polite patient and kind . Thank you

Nanny for Saturday 1st November 9am to 1pm

$160

Sydney Central Business District NSW, Australia

31st Oct 2025

Nanny for 4 year old boy Must have experience with this age Has to have WWC number 4 hours 9am to 1pm - $160 or 40 p/h Sydney cbd near townhall

Calming patient loving punctual clean and very helpful

Babysitter

$300

North Sydney NSW, Australia

13th Oct 2025

Child minding 6 year old boy. In hotel, but also outside at park, Timezone etc. Must be available this afternoon 2pm-6pm and tomorrow 2:30pm- 7:30pm (school pick up)

Lucy was absolutely amazing, a total godsend. She slid right in and knew exactly what was needed. Very responsible, caring and attentive. My son lives her. Thanks so much Lucy xx

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.

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!