Carrie
Childminder in Sevenoaks (also available for babysitting)
My Summary
About Me
Hello I’m Carrianne. I’m 32 years old and I live in Sevenoaks. I am a Childminder working along side my mum - Michelle (Shell) at 'Little Fishes'. We care for children aged between 6 months - 5 years and offer full time, holiday care and wrap around care (NB: Seal Primary school only)
I am a friendly, confident and outgoing person who loves working with children of all ages and abilities.
I am OFSTED registered, First aid trained, DBS checked, have all relevant training, a full UK driving licence and my own car.
* We are currently full and unfortunately don't have any availability at the moment however If you would like any more information about our setting, want to book a show around or be added to our waiting list then please get in touch and I can forward you more details and information! *
My Experience
2020-2024: I went back to the childminders I had originally started up and within a few months it had grown and is now a wonderful Nursery! I took on the role of Deputy manager and my job role included observing the children holistically and following the EYFS to plan age appropriate activities to further progress the children’s wellbeing and development following their ethos of in the moment planning using natural resources and the environment around us and following children’s interests to plan activities. I also liaised with parents and carers on a daily basis to give feedback on their child’s day and to offer encouragement and support when needed. I would plan and organise day trips and assist with meal prep. The Deputy role also involved me delegating when appropriate to a small team and assisting the manager/leadership team with any admin and business work and the day to day running of the setting. When the manager was out of office, I then stepped up to ensure the smooth running of the setting whilst they were away.
2019-2020: I worked for a wonderful family in Sevenoaks looking after their two children. My day to day would be looking after their youngest who was 3 at the time and their eldest who was 6. I would do the school runs, errands, meal prep, organise playrooms, laundry and take the children on days out. Throughout Covid I homeschooled both children whilst the parents worked from home.
2016-2019: I worked for a lovely family looking after their two children who were, 5 years and 5 months old when I started. This position was term time only to allow me to work for Carnival UK as a Youth worker in the children’s clubs onboard cruise ships. My job role as a Nanny included taking and picking up the son from a local school and then looking after the little girl during the day. I planned activities that were age appropriate and took her on fun/educational days out. I also tidied the children’s play/bed rooms and the children’s washing. In October 2017, the lady i nannied for decided she would like to set up a Childminding business with myself. My job role as a Childminder involved me observing the children holistically and following the EYFS to plan and prepare age appropriate activities to further progress the children’s wellbeing and development. I also liaised with parents and carers on a daily basis to give feedback on their child’s day and to offer encouragement and support when needed. I planned and organised day trips and assisted with meal prep.
2016- 2019: My role for Carnival UK (P&O Cruises) was within the entertainment team - as part of the youth department. I primarily looked after children aged 0-8 years but do have some experience working with ages 8-17years also.
2010-2016: I worked at a local Montessori day nursery for 6 years, working with ages 3months - 4 years. I then ran the under 2's room for two years before stepping down and leaving in May 2016 to work for Carnival UK.
My Qualifications
GCSE's:
English
Maths
Science
Religious Studies
Child Development
Graphic Design
Physical Education
Two years studying a Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education at West Kent college with work experience.
My Availability
CHILDMINDING:
Monday-Thursday availability:
8:00-18:00
BABYSITTING:
Monday-Thursday availability: 19:30-23:00
Friday availability:
19:00-1am *
Saturday availability:
14:00-1am
* Overnight Service available - please message for more information. This will be charged at a separate/different rate and dependent on duties required.
My Fees
- Babysitting from £15.00 per hour
- Childminding from £8.00 per hour
Childminding:
£8.00 gross per hour
Babysitting: (minimum of 4 hours required)
£15 per hour
Overnight Service available Fridays only:
My rates are £15 per hour until 22:00. From 22:00-6:00am it’s a set £50 for those 8 hours then the rate goes back to £15 per hour this will also be dependent on child-adult ratio and any duties required.
My Local Schools
This childminder has not yet informed us whether or not they provide any drop off or pick up services at local schools.
My Documents
- UK Driving Licence [DELETED] (added 19/08/2024)
Reviews
Latest reviews
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Over the 18 months our daughter attended Little Fishes, Shell and Carrianne were nothing short of extraordinary. They welcomed our daughter into their home as if she were family, nurturing her curiosity, confidence and joyful spirit every single day.
From the very first drop-off, we felt an immediate sense of trust. Their warmth, patience and creativity shone through in everything they did. Whether that was inventing imaginative play setups, encouraging her budding independence, or taking the time to share stories of her little triumphs with us each evening. It is clear they see childcare not merely as a job but as a vocation: they celebrated her milestones as proudly as we did and guided her gently through challenges, always with kindness and consistency.
In their care our daughter thrived socially, emotionally and developmentally. She left their setting brimming with confidence, a love of learning and a heart full of fond memories. We will forever be grateful for the way Shell and Carrianne nurtured her character and brought out the very best in her.
Thank you, Shell and Carrianne, for treating our little one as your own and for giving our family such a wonderful start on this journey. We cannot recommend you highly enough.
by
Jonathan
on 07/05/2026
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