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Steph

Babysitter in Newton Aycliffe

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Female Member since Jun 2010 Last Updated Feb 2023 Last Login Jun 2023

My Summary

DBS Check
First Aid Training
Evening Babysitter
Daytime Babysitter
Childcare Qualifications
Newborn Experience
Emergency Babysitter

About Me

I have a happy outgoing nature and have regularly babysat for three children at a time between ages of 4 to 13 yrs .

in my spare time i do Avon, I read and love any animals.

im a very friendly, polite,caring, kind, playful and sensible person who gets on well with parents , carers and children of all ages.

I have been on secondment at Little Acorns Nursery in Newton Aycliffe and have current up to date CRB check. i like going to the gym, going on walks, playing games with children and helping them read and write, help the children with spellings and there homework. I also worked in various care homes and love working with vulnerable adults.

i like going out with friends and family rock climbing, listening to music , aerobics, dancing, babysitting any ages either boys or girls, sports, reading, doing crosswords and swimming.

If you are looking for safe reliable care for your kids for date nights, errands or even just to get out of the house, I’m that person you can rely on. I am very responsible. I don't drink or smoke. I will never leave your house in a mess and I will make sure that your children are having fun while you are out. I like to be called Steph. I also am a mum of x3 to a 3 year old girl Ella ,6 year old daughter Savannah and my 8 year old son Josh who are all my world. I am a very friendly, polite,caring, kind, playful and sensible person who gets on well with all parents ,carers and children of all ages, fun, reliable person who has a happy outgoing nature and gets on with all children of all ages. I have regularly babysat for three children between ages of 4 to 13 yrs old which I like doing.

I play games with them, help the kids get ready for bed, bath them , make sure they brush teeth, take them to park etc,watch movies with them and make dinner.I have almost 3 years of experience in a nursery setting. i will help them to do there homework.I'm the one that they can talk to if any problems I talk thoroughly with them when there frustrated.
i can prepare childrens breakfast in morning and dinner at night and help by preparing them for school the next day.
If you want to know more just ask :)

i can get children ready 4 bedtime and read them stories

i love all animals, children of all ages and babies.

I have a reference from previous times I have babysat for people.
I have been on work placements in numerous nurseries such as Little Acorns nursery, Playdays nursery , St Joseph's r.c. primary school and Bishop Auckland College Nursery.

I have currently been doing Health and social Care Level 2 and level 3 courses and childcare courses to help me progress in my careers.

in my spare time i do volunteering with charities and a bit of fundraising for any charities in newton aycliffe and i enjoy it. i like going to the gym, going on walks, playing games with children and helping them read and write, help the children with spellings and there homework.

I have a CRB check.

My hobbies include: i like going out with friends and family rock climbing, listening to music , aerobics, dancing, babysitting any ages either boys or girls, sports, reading, doing crosswords and swimming.

I DO NOT DRIVE so I can look after them at mine and I have a c.v. and can get a up to date CRB check and references if you would like me to bring them on the day, and if you would like to get in contact with me by email
thankyou and hope to speak soon.
Steph x

My Experience

I have babysat 3 little girls from the ages 3- 12 years old and i can walk children 2 school and collect them after when it ends.

i can prepare childrens breakfast in morning and dinner at night and help by preparing them for school the next day.

i can get children ready 4 bedtime and deal with behaviour.

i love all animals, children of all ages and babies.

I have a reference from previous times I have babysat for people.
I have been on work placements in numerous nurseries such as Little Acorns nursery, Playdays nursery , St Joseph's r.c. primary school and Bishop Auckland College Nursery.

i have looked after children from 3 to 8 year olds at many different nurseries including work experience in and around Aycliffe and i enjoyed the experience because it has helped me to understand how to be a good role model and how to look after children and how they develop throughout life.

Taking children to school and bringing them back.
Cooking meals, snacks and refreshments for the children.
Organising games for the children and playing with them.
Changing nappies.
Washing and laundry duties, including ironing the children’s clothes.
Helping the children complete their homework assignments.
Comforting and supporting a child when they are sick or upset.
Tidying up the childrens room.
Reading stories to the children.
Doing light household chores like dusting, vacuuming etc.
Taking children to the library, park, swimming and shopping.
Putting away the children’s toys after they have been played with.

Have checkable references.
i am Tidy, organised and reliable.
Possessing a cheerful, easygoing and flexible personality.
Enjoy working with children.
Able to deal with stressful days.
Non smoker.
Do not mind pets being in the household.
I love Looking after children of all ages
Arranging activities/play, exercise, naps and play.
Given affection and security to the children in my care


Established positive relationship with the children by designing creative games and activities, so that the children could learn and have fun at the same time.
Prepared meals in the absence of parents and ensured that the children ate on time as per their daily routine.
Made sure that the children enjoyed their day by taking them out for walks and to parks; kept a close eye on their activities.
Maintained a healthy and safe environment for the children and made sure that only permitted people came to visit the children.
Cooking, cleaning, and organizing
-Enthusiastic and creative
-Reliable and friendly
Multitasking: Can manage with more than one child at a time.
Energetic, very sensitive regarding others’ needs and friendly towards children.
Mature | Nurturing | Dependable | Honest | Punctual | Trustworthy

I have Enjoyed being around children and helping them learn and grow.
Had fun with children and encouraged learning activities, puzzles, games and other pastimes – Engaged children in home activities, reading and plays.
walked with children to and from activities.
Supervised homework.
Prepared children’s meals.
Prepared children for bed.
Straightened up kitchen and play areas.

i have been on a course at S and D training at bishop auckland 2 get more experience.

i have just finished my First Aid at work course and got a certificate.
I have just done a manual handling course.

My Qualifications

Entry Lev Childcare and Education Cache ( 1 Year Course )

pregnancy and the responsible parent entry 3

caring for young children 0-3 yrs 11 months

Play and learning in the home 0-3 yrs 11 months

entry level skills 4 working life health and social care entry 3

entry level skills for working life health and social care

health and safety pass

introduction to skills for work pass

working together pass

personal presentation skills pass

health emergencies pass

caring for older people pass

Cache foundation award in caring for children merit

Lev 1 Cache ( 1 Year Course )

personal development pass

human ,growth and development from birth to old age pass

food and nutrition merit

health and safety practices in the home and group settings merit

care of children distinction

play and practical distinction

orientation to working programme pass

test paper pass

skills in application of number level 1 ( 2004)

level 1 in key skills in communication (2004)

Lev 2 Cache Diploma ( 1 Year Course )

cache level 2 diploma in childcare and education grade c

an introduction to working with children D

the developing child B

S and D training 2011

Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the workplace PASS

level 2
CRB Checked- will get upto date one if needed.

I have a Level 2 Emergency First aid at work certificate

My Availability

My availability is before and after 6pm weekdays around the newton aycliffe area as I do not drive.
My children go to Horndale and st Francis school at 8.15 Monday to Friday, and my youngest gets picked up from horndale at 11.30 am but I can pick up your child if needed after this time and I can drop your kids off to there school either before mine go to school in morning (8.15am or after 11.30am after when mine go to school if it helps.I’m sure we will sort something :) just message me or ring and il let you know.
Hope you don’t mind my x3 kids mixing with yours as I can go to park etc.
Email me if you have any questions or queries. thanks.

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After School yes yes yes yes yes yes yes
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Overnight yes yes yes yes yes yes yes
Last Updated: 20/02/2023

My Fees

  • Babysitting from £20.00 per hour

£10- £20 per hour or more - depends on how many children.
Can i have a written reference from you please when babysitting for children and babies. Thankyou x This way people can see how I am around there children thanks x

My Documents

  • image/svg+xml UK Driving Licence (added 16/06/2023)

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