Mini Pickles
Childminder in Bristol
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My Summary
Professional Care With A Gentle Touch
About Me
I am currently going through registration to become a registered childminder and hope to be ready after the Easter holidays (mid April). I welcome all enquiries for babies and toddlers 0 - 5 years.
Kind, caring and nurturing home from home childcare. Experienced, qualified and insured.
AVAILABILITY - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 8am - 5.30pm
Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile!
I am a kind, caring, and experienced childcarer with over three decades of hands-on experience caring for babies and children of all ages. I hold a Level 3 NVQ in Children’s Care, Learning and Development, a Level 3 Postnatal Maternity Nurse Care Training Certificate, and I’m also a qualified Infant Massage Instructor.
My childcare journey began when my own children were young. Over the years, I have worked as a playgroup leader, a registered childminder, and for the past 14 years as a nanny. As I return to childminding, I provide a warm, home-from-home environment. We share our home with our calm and gentle 8 year old Frenchie, who has grown up around babies and children. She spends most of the day resting, and all interactions with children are always closely supervised. Being around a calm family pet can help children develop empathy, confidence, and a gentle understanding of how to care for others.
I am conveniently located between Bristol and Bath in the BS30 area, I have a reliable, fully insured car for business use and a clean driving licence.
I treat every child in my care with the same love, respect, and attention I would want for my own children. My priority is always their happiness, well-being, and development.
I offer parents the peace of mind that comes from knowing their little ones are safe, happy, and cared for by a childcarer with both professional training and years of practical experience.
I look forward to the opportunity to work with you and your family. Please feel free to get in touch—I’d love to hear from you!
My Experience
I am experienced in caring for babies and children of all ages,including newborns, twins/multiples and children with special needs.
I have provided support services for families with colic and reflux babies and families needing advice and support with their newborn, from giving mum much needed rest and relaxation to establishing routines.
My Qualifications
Childcare qualifications:
Attachment Theory
Qualified Infant Massage Instructor
Level 3 Postnatal Maternity Nurse Care Training
City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development
Level 3 Certificate in Children's Care, Learning and Development.
Level 2 qualification in Food Safety in Catering
ICP (Introducing Childminding Practice)
PPA (Pre-school Playgroups Association) Part A and B
I am also trained in Paediatric First Aid and have attended many other childcare related courses
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
- Ofsted Certificate [DELETED] (added 19/08/2019)
- Exam Certificate: Level 3 Postnatal Maternity Nurse Care (added 18/02/2020)
- Training Certificate: Postnatal Maternity Nurse Care certificate (added 18/02/2020)
- Exam Certificate: Level 3 NVQ in Children's Care, Learning and Development (added 19/08/2019)
- First Aid Certificate: Paediatric First Aid (12 Hour) (added 19/08/2019)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Mini Pickles. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk members and not of Childcare.co.uk. Parents must carry out their own checks and references on childcare providers to ensure that they are completely happy before enaging in the use of their services.
Julie reached out to me when I was looking for someone to take care of our toddler whilst we attended a wedding. She met Niyah beforehand and there was an instant bond. Julie was a lovely babysitter. Kind and friendly and she sent us updates with pictures a couple of times to reassure us everything was going well. Couldn't have asked for a better person to look after our baby. Highly recommend. Thank you Julie!!
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jenny
on 16/12/2024
Julie came to babysit for us for an evening. She turned up on time, had an instant rapport with our children, immediately put us at ease and was extremely professional. She even tidied up the kids toys while we were out.
Thank you!
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by
Parent
on 16/01/2016
Julie is currently looking after our 4 year-old and 2 year-old and from day one, she has been amazing. The children love her, she always thinks of fun activities for them and takes them on lots of lovely days out. Julie also ensures the children eat healthily every day. With Julie, the children, who were used to having their mum around all the time, have made tremendous progress. They always miss Julie in the holidays and our daughter often asks "when is the next Julie day?". She is very much part of the family.
Sadly, our eldest is going to school this September so our childcare needs are such that we will have to say goodbye to Julie soon. We made our decision with heavy hearts and will miss Julie a lot.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Julie, she is kind, caring, fun and totally trustworthy. She has a lot of experience and is always happy to work with parents and children to make sure everyone is happy.
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by
Parent
on 26/04/2015
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