Babysitting and Nanny Jobs in Castella VIC

Looking for a Warm, Relational Helper for Our Busy Family Life

We are a lively, happy family of seven – two parents, five wonderful kids aged 3 to 15, and a friendly dog! We’re looking for a kind, warm, and fun person to become part of our village, supporting us in the daily rhythm of family life.

This role suits someone who genuinely enjoys spending time with children and young people, who is patient, caring, and knows how to create a calm, connected environment even in the midst of a busy household.

What We’d Love Help With:
• After-school support (3 days a week, 3pm–6pm): School pick-ups, simple meal prep, homework help, and gentle encouragement for tidying bedrooms.
• One of those days starting earlier (around midday) to help with light housekeeping: vacuuming, laundry, and helping tidy.
• One-on-one mentoring for our older kids (ages 11–15): Supporting them with meal prep, tidying, and homework organisation as needed.
• A half-day every second weekend (or so) to give us parents time to recharge.
• Light dog care as part of the family rhythm. He is in training as a therapy dog and a beautiful little pup.

Hours & Pay:
• Approx. 12–15 hours per week
• $40 per hour
• Family is based in Warranwood.

We’re Looking For Someone Who:
• Is warm, reliable, and fun – someone who can connect with kids in a gentle, respectful way.
• Is experienced working with children of various ages and comfortable in a busy household.
• Can cook simple, nourishing meals and enjoys helping kids learn in the kitchen.
• Is comfortable around dogs and happy to share the love with our furry friend.

How to Apply:

If this sounds like a great fit for you, we’d love to hear from you! Please send us a message sharing a little about yourself, your experience, and why you’d love to join our family as our helping hand.

I’m needing someone to mind my 2 boys, aged 5 and 8, most Saturday evenings.
Sarah- Eltham Nth

Looking for someone to help with school pick up of 2 children in Preston and return home to Reservoir. Wed and Thur 3.30pm till 6.30pm for approx 5-6weeks aug/sept. Feed the children a prepped dinner, possibly help prepare an occasional dinner. Would love for someone to engage with the children in games and homework.

Days: Flexible, ideally 2-3 days per week, (Tuesday is a must)
Time: 7:30 AM to 11 AM
Responsibilities:
Getting kids ready for creche
Preparing school lunches
Cooking meals for later in the day
Laundry and light housework

Requirements:
Experience with working with/caring for children and household duties
Reliable and flexible availability
Ideally local to Preston/Reservoir area
Some weekend Babysitting will be an option also should it be of interest

We are a family in Preston with a 2.5yo boy and 8.5yo girl. My wife and I are looking for mainly help with pickups and dropoffs from childcare and before/after school care, core days Wednesday and Thursday. We are also looking for days during school holidays. Flexibility with timing. Please let me know if you are available and we can discuss further.

Hello lovely female nannies!

My name is Mona and I am looking for an Enthusiastic, flexible, Bubbly , Responsible , Well Organised and Reliable, FEMALE Only .
Nanny/Educator
Preferably who lives in Preston or near by Preston 3072 and studying or completed a degree in early years education and care- child care- teacher aid.
with a clean driver license.
thanks!


MUST have an ABN and a clean driver license with a reliable car.

my daughter is 11 years old.
We live in Preston 3072.

Duties:
* During school holiday the key focus is to keep her well entertained AWAY FROM ANY DEVICE:) so she can be creative and productive! or/and take her to some therapy appointments.

*$30-40 depending on your experience:)

* During school term
Early School pick up-2PM and spend a quality afternoon with her, this include access to community and recreation.

If you feel that you are suitable to my family please feel free to contact me ASP :))

Hello there.

I am looking for a carer for my 11 year old son on Wednesdays and Thursdays for the whole of the second semester. He is recovering from chronic fatigue and is only physically attending school for a couple of hours on Thursday morning. He is enrolled in Virtual School Victoria and only requires minimal supervision as he follows his online school schedule with regular rest breaks. His sister will need to be taken to school both mornings, but their school is only a block away so it is a very brief walk. The day would start at 8am and finish around 4pm most days. A fairly easy gig with a fairly self contained kid!

Feel free to contact me with any further questions.
Hopefully chat to you soon!

Casual Babysitter Needed – Tuesdays to Fridays (Daytime)
Location: Knoxfield

Hi! I’m looking for a reliable and caring babysitter to help me a few hours a day while I work from home.

Days: Tuesday to Friday

Hours: Roughly 12:30pm – 4:00pm (flexible)

Kids:

2-year-old (naps during most of this time)

6-month-old (also naps and is very calm)

My 4-year-old is only home on Wednesdays and Fridays

This is a pretty relaxed role – most of the time you’ll be caring for one or two sleeping children. I’ll be home working, or at the office just 5 mins away so just need someone to be a calm and loving presence in the house while I get a few hours in.

Ideally if I can find someone for a permanent day and then adhoc for other days for me

Perfect for someone local, responsible, and great with little ones.

Please get in touch if this sounds like a good fit!

Hi [Name or To Whom It May Concern],

I am currently looking for a caring, energetic, and reliable individual to look after my two young children from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on the following dates:

July 8, 9, 11, 15, 16, and 18
(Monday the 14th and 17th may also be needed – to be confirmed soon.)

The ideal person would be:
• Active and enthusiastic about engaging with young children
• Able to keep them entertained with age-appropriate indoor and outdoor activities
• Comfortable helping organise and tidy up after playtime
• Able to offer them water and meals/snacks during the day (these will be prepared and readily available)

My children are very friendly and social, but they respond best to someone who genuinely interacts and gets involved in play. My husband works from home and will be available if needed, but we’re seeking someone who can independently manage the day and keep the kids happy and engaged.

In addition to these dates, I’m also looking for someone who may be available on an ongoing basis every Monday, so this could lead to a regular role with our family.

If this sounds like something you’d enjoy, please get in touch — I’d love to chat further also mention your rate .


Thanks so much .
Kianat Khan

Hello,
I am a mum of 2 boys aged 6 and 8. I am looking for casual babysitting on the odd occasion that I need my kids to be looked after in the evenings during the week. This is my first time searching for someone to mind my children outside of family, so it is really important for me to find the perfect babysitter to understand my children's needs.

Just a little about my boys...
My 6 year old boy is very kind and affectionate and is usually very easy to get along and communicate with.

My 8 year old boy has recently been diagnosed with ADHD. There are moments where he may get worked up with minor things and we are all learning how to manage our new lifestyle with this, but deep down he is a caring and aware boy :)

The role for this job will include dinner time and bedtime routine mainly and you are welcome to entertain the boys with things they enjoy which is reading, lego and colouring in and whatever else they might feel like doing on the night.

Bedtime routine is usually easy. Once they brush their teeth and wear their pyjamas they will be in bed around 8.30-9.

If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to ask me.

Hi I am looking for someone in Graigieburn to look after my two daughters Mary 13 and Gabby 11. Before and after school on Mondays and before school on Tuesdays. From 7-00am. And to drop them off at the bustop and school and pick Gabby up on Monday till 5.00pm. Or someone in Beveridge who can drive them to Craigieburn on these days.