Babysitting and Nanny Jobs in Balwyn North VIC

We are a warm family looking for an experienced, mature, calm and nurturing Nanny to support us with our two young children — a toddler and an infant.

This role would suit someone who genuinely enjoys caring for young children, is confident with infants and toddlers, and seeking a fixed long-term role.

Childcare duties include:
* Caring for our toddler and infant
* Supporting naps, routines, feeds and daily care
* Engaging in age-appropriate play and activities - both in the home and community
* Preparing meals and snacks for the children
* Tidying children’s play areas
* Cleaning up after children’s meals
* Light child-related tasks such as dishes, bottles and general reset

Must have:
* Current Working With Children Check
* Current Police Check
* Current CPR and First Aid
* Contactable references

We are looking for someone who is:
* Experienced, ideally a career nanny with 3+ years experience
* Confident caring for infants and toddlers
* Calm, nurturing, mature, and patient
* Professional, reliable and trustworthy
* Proactive, organised and able to use initiative
* Warm, respectful and easy to communicate with
* History of long-term tenure with other families (2+ years) (highly desirable)

This is a role with future growth - starting as two day per week, and we would love to find someone who is looking to grow with our family and build a meaningful, consistent relationship with the children.

Indicative rate listed negotiable for the right candidate. 12% super will also be added to the agreed rate.

We're a busy professional family in Kew East with two children - a preppie (5) boy and a nearly 3 year old girl. We are looking for an experienced nanny who genuinely enjoys early childhood and can bring calm, happy energy to the kids day. You'll be trusted to run the time together as your own. You will primarily take care of our little girl and then help with the preppie school drop off or pick up depending on the shift. On top we need help keeping the house running - putting away laundry, lunchboxes and packing up at end of the day.

In terms of hours we have some flexibility - after school Wednesdays from 2.30-5.30pm, Thursdays 8- 11 and / or Fridays 9-1pm.

We are very experienced with Nannie’s and will truly value as a part of the village.

Kew family with three children aged 7 (girl), 5 (boy) and 3 (girl) seeking a reliable, energetic nanny for Monday, Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, 3:15–6:15pm (~10 regular hours/week). The role involves school/kinder/ELC pickups, taking the children to activities including dance and swimming, and helping with simple dinner preparation. We are looking for someone warm, organised and confident managing three children independently. A driver’s licence and own reliable car are essential (will cover gas). Ideally, you would also have some flexibility for occasional morning drop-offs when we travel for work, generally with around one week’s notice.

Hey guys, my name is Chris. I’m the father of my son William who is nine years old and my daughter Alina who is six years old.

I’m a single father who has crazy work hours and I need someone tomorrow at 9 am to help me babysit for five or six hours


There was also an opportunity a part-time opportunity to babysit more frequently during the week to help me out

We’re looking for an experienced, reliable Mandarin-speaking nanny to care for our 2-year-old son in Templestowe Lower, for approximately 5 hours per day, 2 days per week, with the opportunity to increase both days and hours over time.
Fluent Mandarin is essential, as we would like our son to be regularly exposed to the language and potentially receive Mandarin tutoring as he gets older.
The role includes childcare, light household duties such as laundry, tidying the kitchen, wiping benchtops and loading the dishwasher, as well as occasional small errands. No deep cleaning is required.
We’re looking for someone warm, trustworthy and experienced who is interested in building a long-term relationship with our family.

Hi, we are a family of 4, 2 small girls, 22 months and 4.5 yesrs old. We need a hand from 6.45am for 3 hours, to get the girls ready, drop them to daycare (walk or drive) and light housework. We also have 2 friendly dogs that would love a wee walk. We are kind, friendly and want someone to join our family. Thanks for considering.

Hi, I have a 6 year old, a 5 year old and will have a newborn in Nov. I need someone in the early mornings to help with school readyness and to watch the baby while drop off is done with the older kids.
We live in Doncaster. Will need this help 3 days per week. 2 days of that week i will head out after drop off to run errands. Opportunity for more hours as time goes by.

We’re a family with three boys aged 13, 10 and 8, and we’re looking for someone warm, reliable and capable who would ideally like to stay with us long term.

We’re looking for help for around 2–3 hours Monday–Thursday afternoons, as well as occasional evening babysitting for date nights. The afternoons will vary depending on the boys’ activities and may include school/activity drop-offs, helping with homework, laundry and ironing, simple meal prep and general light household help.

We’d love someone who is mature, kind, organised and happy to take some initiative.

$32–$35/hour depending on experience.

Please send us a short, personal introduction about yourself, your experience, availability, whether you drive, and why you think the role might suit you. No need for a formal or polished cover letter — we’d much rather get a feel for who you are.

Hi,

Looking for an energetic fun babysitter for my 4 children

Gus 11, Sloan 9, Vaeda 6, Lorcan 4

Living in Camberwell

We’re looking for a warm, fun and energetic person to help our family and 1-2 afternoons per week 3:00–6/6:30pm. Flexible on days.

We are located in camberwell and looking for someone to help out with picking the girls up from school a few days per week and get them home and fed afternoon tea etc. Help with homework and take to after school activities if they have any.
The girls are 8 and 6.
Look forward to hearing from you.

We’re looking for a fun, energetic and experienced nanny to spend Tuesdays and Fridays with our two boys, aged 3 and 5.

Tuesday: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Friday: 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
Rate: $40 per hour
Location: Hawthorn

The boys love getting out and about, including trips to the local library, Bounce, playgrounds, museum, zoo and other activities. We both work from home, so having a structured day and getting out of the house has worked really well for our family.

There are no school or kinder pick-ups required.

You’ll need your own car and a full driver’s license. We provide the car seats.

We have a friendly family Groodle, so you’ll need to be comfortable around dogs, but there is no dog walking or pet care involved.

We have a cleaner, so housework is limited to resetting the boys’ bedrooms, kitchen and living area. There is no family meal preparation, just preparing food for the boys during the day.

We’re looking for someone warm, reliable and confident with young children, with previous nanny or childcare experience, who can commit to the role for a minimum of 6 months.

Our current nanny, who we found through this site, is moving to regional Victoria and will be finishing up with us shortly. She is very happy to provide a reference about the role and our family.

If you’re interested, please send me a message with a little about yourself and experience.

We’re currently looking for a part-time nanny to help us 3-4 mornings a week from 7am-9am, we’re flexible on days.
We have two girls, aged 9 and 14. Our 14-year-old is pretty independent and sorts herself out, but our 9-year-old would need a little help getting organised and completing some homework and reading in the morning.
There would also be a few small household tasks, like packing or unpacking the dishwasher, before dropping the girls off at their schools locally.
If this sounds interesting to you please get in touch.

We're looking for an experienced, warm, and reliable nanny to care for our two children on weekends, working alongside us as parents.

Schedule: Saturdays and Sundays, 8am–6pm
Children: A 4.5-year-old girl and a 2.5-year-old boy
Location: Hawthorn
Pay: $55 per hour, paid formally as an employee or via invoice (no cash payments)

Requirements: Previous nanny or childcare experience is essential, along with a current driver's licence — a car will be provided for outings and errands during your shift.

We're after someone patient and engaged, confident managing two young kids and happy to work in with us as parents throughout the day — planning activities, meals, and naps, and keeping things fun and safe.

If you love working with young children and are looking for regular weekend hours, we'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch with your experience.

Hello!

We are looking for an experienced babysitter/nanny to spend each Wednesday with our two children - Alfie (5yrs old) and Hazel (2yrs old) from approx 8am - 6pm. We are after someone that genuinely enjoys spending time with kids and is also comfortable preparing food for them etc.

We are looking for a caring and reliable nanny to look after our 11 month old son in Glen Iris.

We're after someone for 3 days per week, approximately 8.30am - 5pm on an ongoing basis. We are flexible on which days of the week and also flexible on start date.

A little about us:
My husband and I both work full-time, often working from home. Our 11 month old is a happy, funny, curious little boy. He's a great eater, and goes to sleep easily when he's tired. There is nothing we love more than playing with him and making him laugh!

We are looking for a warm, experienced nanny to complement our family and hopefully be with us for the long term. If you're a nanny looking for a new family, or know someone amazing who might be interested, please reach out!

I’m Pia, mum of 3 bubbly children looking for someone to help with school/kindy drop offs in the mornings and then pick ups from 3pm in Glen Iris, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. It would be split shifts, about 1.5-2 hours in the morning and then 3 hours in the afternoon.
I have a 5yr old boy at kindy, 8yr old girl in grade 2 and 10yr old boy, both at the same school. They have after school activities, so the role would involve getting them ready and driving them to and from these activities and looking after the remaining kids etc..
We’ve been fortunate to have a wonderful nanny the past 3 years and our current nanny is busy with uni commitments next term. We have loved seeing the kids form valuable connections.

Please contact me if you are interested.

Looking for someone to look after a 6 month old and a 1 year old Monday - Friday 10am - 4pm, times can be flexible. There will be a car provided. If you require any further information please let me know!

### **Looking for an Experienced Sitter in Templestowe (2 or 3 Days a Week)**
Hello,
Looking for an experienced, energetic, and warm sitter to look after our lovely family. We have two children—a 5-year-old girl and a 2.5-year-old boy. Both are well-behaved and full of life.
**Please note the setup for each day:**
* **Monday:** Both children will be at home. You will need to confidently manage and engage both of them simultaneously, balancing their different age groups and developmental needs.
* **Tuesday or Wednesday:** Only our 2.5-year-old son will be at home.
Our primary focus is boosting and strengthening their English language skills. **We are specifically looking for someone who is naturally very chatty and expressive—someone who will constantly talk to the kids, describe daily events and surroundings in detail, and dedicate quality time to descriptive storytelling and conversational interaction through play.**
**The role & responsibilities would include:**
* Engaging the children with age-appropriate activities (both together on Mondays, and 1-on-1 with our son on Tuesdays or Wednesdays)
* Active play, reading stories, and singing/music activities
* Outdoor/nature exploration in the backyard
* Light snack preparation for the kids
Note: I will be working from home and will therefore be around if needed.
📌 **Start Date:** ASAP, ongoing (Permanent basis)
📍 **Location:** Templestowe
📅 **Days:** 2 days a week (**Monday and Wednesday**)
⏰ **Hours:** Mondays: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Tuesdays or Wednesdays: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
💰 **Rate:** $30 p/hr
**Requirements:**
✅ Confident and proven experience managing multiple children / different age groups
✅ Working with Children Check (WWCC) & Police check
✅ Non-smoker
✅ Checkable reference(s)
If you are passionate about working with children, love to talk and describe the world to them, and have the right experience, please send me a message with a bit about yourself and your experience. Looking forward to hearing from you!

Looking for an English-speaking nanny for my 9-year-old son.

My son is Russian and has just started school in Melbourne. He speaks very little English, so I’m looking for someone to help him learn to understand and speak English through everyday communication.

After school, spend time with him: go for walks, play, talk, read, do simple activities, or cook together.

He is an active, kind boy who loves soccer, badminton, running, climbing, cooking, and helping in the kitchen.

If you have experience with children and enjoy spending time with them, please send me a message.



Thanks, Anya!

LONG-TERM NANNY WANTED – GLEN IRIS
We are a warm, professional family seeking one or two reliable and engaging nannies to help care for our two children, aged 4 and 8.
Our treasured previous nanny was with us for four years and is leaving due to changing life circumstances. We greatly value our nannies and hope to find someone who will become a trusted, long-term part of our family.
Location: Glen Iris
Pay: $38–$42 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
Start date: Flexible
Hours required Monday–Friday:
• Mornings: 6:30–9:30 am
• Afternoons: 2:30–7:30 pm
• One nanny may cover all hours, or two nannies can share the role
• Applications for mornings only, afternoons only or selected days are very welcome
Morning duties:
• Preparing school lunches
• Helping the children get ready
• School drop-off approximately five minutes away
• Light child-related housework
Afternoon duties:
• School pick-up
• Engaging the children with reading, games, homework and age-appropriate activities
• Preparing a light dinner for the children
• Keeping children’s areas, school items and play spaces tidy
• Other reasonable child-related duties
We are looking for someone who:
• Is warm, dependable, proactive and genuinely enjoys spending time with children
• Has previous nanny, childcare or relevant family experience
• Holds a current Working With Children Check and Police Check
• Preferably holds—or is willing to obtain—current First Aid and CPR certification
• Preferably has a current driver’s licence and safe, reliable car
• Can provide recent references
• Is interested in a stable, long-term position
An education, early-childhood, nursing or other child-related background would be highly regarded, but we welcome all applicants with a genuine interest in helping children learn and thrive.
We are both medical professionals with early starts and late finishes, so reliability is particularly important.
Please tell us:
• A little about yourself
• Your relevant experience and qualifications
• The specific days and morning/afternoon shifts you can cover
• Your preferred start date
Alternatively, feel free to reach out on 0431 445 649 with an SMS.

Full-Time Nanny Position, Richmond

We're a busy, organised family with three children in Richmond looking for an experienced, full-time nanny to join our household. We've had a full-time nanny since our eldest was 3 months old, and this is a genuinely valued role in our family.

The children

- Two girls, aged 8 and 6, who attend the local primary school (7 minutes' walk from home)
- One boy, aged 3, who will attend kinder locally in 2027.
- They enjoy cycling, soccer, swimming, reading, dancing, crafting and outdoor play. No special needs.

The role

- Full-time position, commencing Thursday 5 November, with two days' handover alongside our outgoing nanny before her last day on Friday 6 November
- School drop-off and kinder drop-off, both on foot. No car or driving is required for the role, though a parking permit is available if you'd prefer to drive to work.
- During term time in 2027, all three children will be out of the house on Mondays and Wednesdays (kinder 8.30am to 1.00pm, school 9.00am to 3.30pm). We'll generally roster a later start on these two days
- Light housekeeping (eg laundry, children's bed linen changes) and basic children's meal prep (snack preparation) will form part of the role, to bring the position up to full-time hours during these gaps
- Full-time employment with a proper contract, WorkCover cover, payslips and annual leave

What we're looking for

- Prior nannying experience highly desired
- Someone who's reliable, warm with children, and comfortable being part of a busy family routine
- Ability to walk for 25 minutes to and from kindergarten with a pram (and a 3 year old on the return journey) twice a week during term time

How to apply

- We'll be interviewing from October. Please send your CV to jilliantomlinson@gmail.com along with any details about you that would be helpful for us to know.

House Manager & Family Assistant
Hours: 25–30 hours per week

We're a busy, professional family with two wonderful young daughters looking for an exceptional House Manager to become the heart of our home.
This is far more than a housekeeping or nanny role. We're looking for someone who enjoys creating calm from chaos, takes genuine pride in running a beautiful household, and loves helping a family thrive.
The right person will naturally take ownership, anticipate what needs to be done, and keep our home organised, welcoming and running smoothly. We want someone who enjoys making life easier for others and is looking for a long-term position where they can become a trusted part of our family.

The Role
Housekeeping & Home Management
• Maintain a beautifully presented, clean and organised home.
• Daily cleaning, tidying and resetting of living spaces.
• Laundry, ironing, folding and putting clothes away.
• Change bed linen and towels.
• Keep kitchens, bathrooms and living areas spotless.
• Manage household supplies and ensure everyday essentials are stocked.
• Run errands and coordinate deliveries or appointments.

Cooking & Meal Planning
• Plan healthy, varied family meals each week.
• Grocery shop and maintain pantry supplies.
• Prepare nutritious lunches, snacks and family dinners.
• Cater for different ages, tastes and dietary requirements.
• Take ownership of meal planning with minimal supervision.

Family Administration
• Manage the family's day-to-day to-do list.
• Keep schedules organised and tasks on track.
• Introduce systems and routines that keep the household running efficiently.
• Proactively identify what needs to be done and take ownership.

Childcare & Family Support
• Care for, teach and entertain our four-year-old daughter when she is not at kindergarten one day per week.
• School and kindergarten pick-ups and transport to activities.
• Create a warm, safe and playful environment.

About You
• Experience as a House Manager, Family Assistant, Personal Assistant or similar private household role.
• Warm, trustworthy and highly organised.
• Takes pride in maintaining a beautiful home.
• Enjoys cooking healthy, family-friendly meals.
• Proactive, resourceful and able to work independently.
• Loves working with young children.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.

Essential Requirements
• Current driver's licence.
• Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain one).
• Police Check.
• First Aid qualification (preferred).
• Excellent references.

We're looking for someone who wants to become a valued part of our family's life for years to come. If you enjoy creating an organised, welcoming home and genuinely love supporting a busy family, we'd love to hear from you.

Our names are D'Arcy and Jess. We have had our first child, Lilibelle who is four months. We live in Northcote (just near Westgarth station) and are both self employed - so we work from home a bit and from our offices in the city. D'Arcy has been working mostly full time since Lilibelle was born and Jess has had time off work but is looking forward to getting back into work soon. We have not had a nanny before. We would like some help maybe around 20 hours a week to start with between now and Christmas. This could be say 6 to 8 hours a day any 3 days of the week. From around mid-January next year we would then like someone around 30 to 40 hours a week. This would be say 3 to 5 days a week for 6 to 10 hours a day We have a large dog (August) who is friendly.

Please send us a message if you are interested :)

I am looking for an early childhood qualified worker to commence In Home Care with my 9 year old son.

He has special needs, and goes to a special school. However he is a bright and fun and energetic boy and he does NOT HAVE any physical disability. He is energetic and fun but needs constant close supervision and safety awareness.

I am looking for a carer do after school times when I am working from home (in the house).

Thursday 3pm - 7:15pm
Some Saturday or Sunday afternoon twice a month.

I have registered with Bambini education - see link below. They would do the recruiting and onboarding with them for the role. This is In Home Care as provided by the government funding.
https://www.bambini.com.au/in-home-care/