Babysitting and Nanny Jobs in Waterford Park VIC

We are looking for a caring, reliable, and energetic babysitter to assist with morning care for our 4-year-old daughter.

Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Responsibilities:

Prepare and serve a simple cooked breakfast

Help get our daughter get ready for kindergarten (dressing, brushing teeth, and morning routine)

Engage her in creative play and age-appropriate activities

Create a positive and structured start to her day

Our daughter is very active and loves imaginative and creative play, so we are looking for someone who is energetic, patient, and happy to participate in play and activities with her.

Screen Time:
We prefer no screen time during play. Television is only permitted while she is eating.

Ideal Candidate:

Warm, patient, and reliable

Enjoys spending time with young children

Happy to prepare a simple breakfast

Able to keep up with an active and curious child

Encourages play, creativity, and interaction rather than screens

This role would suit someone who enjoys engaging with children and helping create a calm and happy morning routine.

I am looking for a casual babysitter either once or twice a month. On a weekend evening for approx. 4hrs. At a time. (No specific date as yet).

This role involves engaging with children to bring out their best.

***** Please read this advertisement in full before applying. Only applications that include all requested information (outlined at the end of this ad) will be considered. *****

This is a casual role. The number of shifts offered each week will vary. Some weeks there may be no shifts available. We aim to provide 1 to 1.5 weeks’ notice for shifts.

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** OVERVIEW **
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• Casual weekday role during school terms (1–3 days per week)
• Minimum 4 hours paid per shift
• Working in kindergartens and childcare centres across Melbourne
• Assisting a professional photographer during photo days
• Engaging and guiding children to help capture natural, authentic photographs
• Ideal for someone energetic, organised and naturally confident with children

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** QUALITIES WE ARE LOOKING FOR **
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• Naturally warm, confident and engaging with children of all ages
• Able to build quick rapport and guide children calmly and positively
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Efficient in a fast-paced environment and comfortable multitasking
• Reliable, punctual and proactive
• Great sense of humour and positive attitude

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** ROLE REQUIREMENTS **
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• Available to work weekdays during school term time
• Available approximately 8.00–8.30am to 12.30–2.30pm
• Able to commit to a minimum 4-hour shift
• Reliable vehicle and valid driver’s licence (travel across Melbourne required)
• Current Working With Children Check (or willing to obtain one)

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** WHAT WE OFFER **
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• Casual weekday shifts (typically 1–3 days per week when available)
• Minimum 4 hours paid per shift
• Competitive pay rates from $36 per hour (depending on experience)
• Training with an experienced children’s photo coordinator
• Initial onsite support within a friendly, supportive team
• A genuinely fun and rewarding work environment

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** HOW TO APPLY **
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Please read this carefully. Only applications that include all requested details will be considered.

To apply, please respond to this ad and include:

(1) A short introduction about yourself
(2) Why you would be a great fit for this role
(3)The suburb you live in
(4) Your current mid-week availability (days and times)
(5) Your phone number and email address
(6) Confirmation that you have your own vehicle
(7) Your current Working With Children Check number (or confirmation that you are willing to obtain one if successful)


We look forward to hearing from you!