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Lara

Babysitter in Willesden Green

Female Member since Dec 2016 Last Updated Apr 2025 Last Login 28 Apr 2025

My Summary

DBS Check
Special Needs Experience
First Aid Training
Full Driving Licence
Own Car
Evening Babysitter
Weekend Babysitter
Daytime Babysitter
Childcare Qualifications
Newborn Experience
Emergency Babysitter
I'm Covid-19 Vaccinated

About Me

Hi everyone! I’m Carla, 40 years old and a qualified teacher with 18 years’ experience working with children. I usually nanny during half terms and babysit regularly for local families (happy to share references!). I’m available for May half-term nannying jobs from 26th to 30th May—ideally 1 or 2 children. Based around Queen’s Park, Kensal Rise, and Kensal Green. I love taking kids out, doing fun activities, and keeping them happy and safe! Feel free to message me if you’re looking for help or know someone who is!

My Experience

I have over 18 years of experience working with children across a wide range of educational and childcare settings. I began my career as a Nursery Nurse and later progressed to a Teaching Assistant, while also tutoring children individually. Alongside my work, I pursued further education, completing an Early Years Foundation Degree and then moving on to a PGCE in Primary Education.

Throughout my journey, I have taught and supported children aged 4–11 both in school and through private tutoring. In addition, I provide childcare through regular babysitting during weekdays, weekends, and school holidays, and work as a nanny for different families. I have built strong, trusting relationships with families, many of whom are happy to provide references.

Beyond formal education settings, I was a Sunday School Leader for 12 years, managing a large team of teachers and organising activities and learning for children. I have recently stepped back from the leadership role and continue to contribute as a Sunday School teacher. Being a mother to two daughters, now aged 18 and 22, has also given me invaluable personal insight into child development and care.

I am passionate about nurturing children’s growth academically, emotionally, and socially, and bring a wealth of experience, dedication, and enthusiasm to every role I undertake.


Please do not hesitate to contact me

NURSERY Nurse Experience:
.Feeding suitable meals, snacks and drink
.Changing nappies or helping with potty/toilet training
.Teaching general life skills, such as basic hygiene and manners
.Working with any health and social care professionals, where necessary, and undertaking any relevant admin/paperwork
.Preparation and completion of activities to suit the appropriate age.

Teacher experience:
. Classroom management
. Adults management
. Parents Partnership
. Outside agency experience
• Early years and KS1/2 curriculum
• Safeguarding and Welfare
• Behaviour management
• Classroom preparation and planning
• One-to-one and group support
• EAL and SEND support and adaptation
• Health and Safety
• Flexibility and creativity
• Good organisational skills
• Second Language Acquisition

My Qualifications

PGCE Teaching qualification with QTS
BA honours in Early Years Foundation

NVQ2 BTEC Child care
Level 3 Diploma in Child Care
Foundation Degree in Early Years Childhood
Senco level 1
Child protection
Safe guarding
Maths Singapore
Autism strategies
Types of play in the playground
Pediatric First Aid
Speech and Language
Autism spectrum
ADHD in Children
EAL (English As a second Language)

My Availability

I am available to babysit on Friday - Sunday. Let me know in advance.
Also available to work during the half-terms.

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Before School no no no no no no no
Morning no no no no no no no
Afternoon no no no no no yes no
After School no no no no no no no
Evening no no no no yes yes yes
Overnight no no no no no no no
Last Updated: 28/04/2025

My Fees

  • Babysitting from £16.00 per hour

My Documents

  • DBS Check (added 07/01/2019)
  • First Aid Certificate (added 08/01/2019)
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