Dhara
Babysitter in Manchester
My Summary
About Me
Dear family,
I’m Dhara, a friendly, caring and responsible childcare provider with extensive experience working with children of different ages.
I’m originally from Brazil and have been living in the UK for over two years. I have a background in education and am currently training to become a secondary school teacher at the University of Manchester.
I genuinely enjoy spending time with children and creating a safe, positive and fun environment where they feel comfortable, supported and encouraged to learn.
I’m patient, creative, energetic and reliable. I love organising activities such as arts and crafts, outdoor adventures, games, reading and educational activities.
I speak Portuguese, English and Spanish fluently, as well as French, and would be happy to introduce children to different languages and cultures.
I understand how important it is for parents to feel confident that their children are in safe and caring hands, and I always aim to provide the same level of attention and kindness that I would want for my own family.
My Experience
I have extensive experience working with children, both in family homes and educational settings.
I worked as a live-in au pair in the UK for over a year, caring for two young children aged approximately 3–7. My responsibilities included preparing meals, helping with morning and bedtime routines, school drop-offs and pick-ups, organising activities, supervising playtime and supporting their emotional and educational development.
I also have experience babysitting babies, including caring for a child from approximately 8 to 15 months old. This involved feeding, changing nappies, managing naps, playing and maintaining a safe and nurturing environment.
Additionally, I have around 10 years of teaching experience, working with children from the age of 6 through to teenagers. I have also worked with very young learners, using songs, storytelling, dancing, games and creative activities to encourage learning and development.
These experiences have helped me become adaptable, patient and confident in caring for children with different personalities, needs and routines.
My Qualifications
I hold a Bachelor’s degree in English Language Teaching from Brazil, officially recognised as comparable to a UK Bachelor’s degree (RQF Level 6) and I hold an enhanced DBS check.
I am currently studying for a PGCE in Secondary Modern Languages (Spanish with French) at the University of Manchester.
I have approximately 10 years of professional teaching experience and have completed training in Safeguarding and Child Protection (Level 2), Prevent Awareness and First Aid.
I also hold an IELTS Academic qualification with an overall score of 8.0 and a DELE C1 certificate in Spanish.
My educational background and childcare experience have given me a strong understanding of children’s learning, development, wellbeing and safety.
My Availability
I’m currently available for evening and weekend babysitting, as I am completing my teacher training during weekdays.
I’m happy to help with occasional babysitting, regular evening childcare, date nights and weekend arrangements. I may also have additional availability during university holidays.
Please feel free to contact me to discuss your family’s needs and arrange a suitable schedule!
My Fees
- Babysitting from £14.00 per hour
My babysitting rate starts from £13 per hour. Fees may vary depending on the number of children, their ages, the hours required and any additional responsibilities.
I’m available for occasional babysitting, evenings, weekends and date nights. I’m also happy to discuss rates for regular bookings or longer sessions.
My priority is to provide safe, reliable and loving childcare at a fair and affordable rate. Please feel free to contact me to discuss your family’s needs!
My Documents
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- Enhanced DBS Check including Children's Barred List (issued 01/09/2026)
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This profile was last updated on 12th October 2026 and has been produced from information provided to us by the user. We have not verified or confirmed the accuracy of any of the information and members should undertake their own vigorous checks and references. Please ensure you read our Safety Advice and information on how to Check Childcare Provider Documents.