Rainbow
Babysitter in Newquay
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Female Member since Sep 2010 Last Updated Dec 2024 Last Login 17 Dec 2024
My Summary
Creative, Fun, But Calm Mom With A Love Of The Outdoors!
About Me
Hi, thanks for looking at my profile!
I'm Marie, I'm 42 shhh)! I'm a fun, caring and patient mom of one active but sweet 16 years old boy. I am available to look after kids of any age from a period of 1 hour to a couple days whilst you are visiting... I will probably be going outdoors if the weather allows during the day, be ready for beach days or park adventures. I prefer looking after the child in your own home/rental accommodation as it's easier for the child, especially meeting for the first time.
I live in Newquay within walking distance to Porth beach, but we always end up at Fistral or Towan or around the Gannel exploring. I am available most of the time, often at short notice, especially for evening work, I tend to be busy during school holiday, daytime and summer, but ask anyways!
So, a bit about me: I used to work in a local hotel childcare setting with children (newborn to 14y) and also did two mornings a week for a nursery/pre-school while I was training. I babysit often around Newquay especially for tourists on holiday, at events, but equally for local families/single parents alike so they can go out to enjoy quality 'couple'/alone time and work related jobs as well as at weddings or when they have to go to appointments.
I really like newborns so if you are a new parent and need a couple hours to rest just let me know as I would gladly help with taking baby for a small walk, or at your home helping feeding etc with your new baby while you have a nap!
I'm quite chilled and calm natured person, but also the fun kinda parent that loves to dance in the lounge and make a mess (bake cakes, play in mud, make play dough, build blanket forts etc). I often colour my hair funny colours, adorn my body with henna or glitter tattoos, and love doing photography and arts and crafts! I've started to learn to sew so I'm making some fun clothes too! If you are looking for a strict kind of person or even remotely well-dressed babysitter I'm definitely not the one for you :) (what's fashion?) I also so have a basic knowledge of Makaton (it's a children version of sign language) and have some SENDs experience.
I believe that the days of fun should be mostly child-lead activities, I love the outdoors and will mostly be going on adventures for the day, play at the park on the swings and get covered in sand and mud at the beach. I love to carry children in a sling rather than in a pram as it is much so much easier to get around and also keeps me fit. We are quite an active and healthy family, we like spending time outdoors especially in the sea. I'm also one of those crazy cold water sea swimmers that swim year around. I'm into surfing, bodyboarding, taking super long walks around Cornwall, looking at the sunsets. I am never sat down for too long indoors as I love the park, woodlands, throwing a Frisbee, getting my feet wet in puddles, cycling, going to the swimming pool. We have 1 rabbit, a guinea pig and 3 cats! I also have a mermaid twin her nane is Opal. I also run my own professional Face Painting Business too so I'm used to be around children often! :) I speak French/Spanish/some Italian too!
My Experience
I come from a very big family (parents both had 10 siblings so imagine our x-mas!!!) So I had to look after the younger cousins and often the neighbour's children when I was a teenager (my first paid babysitting job was at 13 years old!) I also did a Degree in Sport Coaching and have worked with kids of all ages, in various sports and summer camps and after school programs. I have a little boy (well he's now taller than I am) who is 16y and we like being active and outdoors.
I have babysat a few kids on a regular basis in Newquay before they start nursery or after school and evenings. I find it so sad when they grow up and don't need childcare anymore! I have also worked at a local creche where I often had to look after SENDs kids. I will go to your house/at your event for childcare but might require transport if it's outside of Newquay/Late evening. I often babysit for families who are here on holiday at their hotels so they can go out for dinner or go to the spa/play golf! I especially love the very young babies/newborn so happy to help new parents too even if it's a couple hours here and there, help with the feeding while you take a nap or go for a short walk! I can take the kids to the beach or to the park or swimming, or we can just play with blocks and cars and read books in our blanket fort!
My Qualifications
Experience with newborn/Sens children
Enhanced DBS Check
Level 2 Safeguarding
NaCTSO Awareness
Prevent
Suicide Awareness
Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity
Pediatric First Aid
Basic ASL and some basic makaton
FRENCH SPANISH ENGLISH
Degree in Sport Coaching
Certificate in Teaching English
CPR and First Aid
Food Hygiene Certificate
CACHE level 3
Safeguarding
Fire Training
My Availability
Anytime, anywhere around Newquay, well most of the time, even short notice but I tend to be more free in the evenings and I also shoot surf, and busy with festivals, especially during summer holidays!
Unfortunately I don't have a car so if you live a bit further afield, I could maybe work if you came to pick me up and dropped me home afterwards... If you are around Newquay, I can always walk to you/bus if it's nice/close by, but I do ask for you to pay for Taxi, especially if late/bad weather.
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My Fees
- Babysitting from £15.00 per hour
£15/h (though happily accept more) I will only be looking after your child, not lots of others at the same time (like a childminder does) but I'm quite flexible, and it will depend on the situation. Additional fee for extra children. I do declare all income for Tax purpose as I'm self employed! I'm also willing to do a day-rate if I look after your kids often in Newquay. I can also accept vegan chocolate as a tip. Evening Babysitting is 18£/h (from 6pm to 8am) plus taxi to and from your house. I'm always happy to discuss rates for repeat clients. Thanks for looking at my profile :) I don't always see the email messages from this site straight away to try texting if I don't reply!
My Documents
- Training Certificate: Suicide Awareness (added 07/04/2022)
- Training Certificate: Safeguarding Level 2 (added 07/04/2022)
- DBS Check (added 19/05/2017)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Rainbow. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk users 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.
I was on holiday in Newquay and was planning an evening out with friends. I decided to look for a local babysitter and came across Marie. She was very quick with responding to my message and came across as very friendly and responsive so we booked her in for an evening. She was excellent - Marie was able to soothe my son to sleep and ensure he was taken care of without me worrying. Regular text messages were very helpful to give me piece of mind. As a bonus she left our kitchen tidied up! It was a nice touch, that I didn't expect. I can't recommend her highly enough, she's experienced and really good with children. I'll definitely call her again when I visit Newquay.
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Monika R
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on 18/09/2018
Response by
Rainbow
on 23/09/2018:
Ah that's is very sweet review. Your boy was such a happy child and responded well to cuddles and songs to fall back asleep, not even wanted the bottle. Being a parent myself, I know what it feels like to be apart of your child with someone you don't even know, so a text message with an update is the least i can do to reassure you. Hope you had a great time in Cornwall and see you again next time you visit.
We flew down to Cornwall from the north of England for a friend's wedding, so needed someone to babysit our boys all day on the Saturday. My boys instantly took to Marie which meant leaving them was much easier. Very experienced childminder who took it all in her stride. Put me at ease by sending me photographs during the day of my boys on the swings.
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Love this lady and her gentle approach with my two boys (aged 2 and 4). She is kindhearted, engaging and so much fun for my kids when she comes over to babysit. I've been so grateful for her flexibility with start/finish times and last minute help needed so she has saved me more than once! Obviously very experienced and has brought comfort to my little ones in the night when they are generally used to just me being there. Magic! And a weight off my shoulders knowing they are in safe and capable hands. Rainbow even tidied the house for us and put the leftovers away while we were out - an unexpected bonus. My kids get excited when they know she's coming over. They absolutely love her! :)
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MamaK
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on 29/03/2017
Response by
Rainbow
on 28/04/2017:
I love looking after your children, they are the happiest children, so caring. Looking forward to the next time :)
I phoned Marie on the off chance she might be able to help me during a weeks holiday in watergate Bay.
She babysat 4 evenings in a row for us and we instantly felt comfortable leaving our daughter in her care. Marie is easy to talk to, super calm and friendly and I couldn't recommend her enough.
She was very reasonably priced and it allowed us to enjoy evening meals in peace without any worries.
We are hoping to return next year and will definitely be in touch with Marie to book her up for the week again!
Thanks so much Marie x
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Parent
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Rainbow
on 15/07/2015
Response by
Rainbow
on 25/11/2015:
Glad I could help you enjoy a bit of our beautiful Cornish surroundings. I would be happy to help you again when you visit :)
Highly recommend little rainbow. This was my 23 month old's first babysit ever and he had a fantastic time. Loads of great toys for him to play with - he loved the train set!
She is friendly and easy to talk to. I imediately felt relaxed and confident about her.
Thank you very much for giving me a stress free day! Would definitely use again.
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Parent
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Rainbow
on 23/10/2011
Response by
Rainbow
on 23/10/2011:
Thanks! It was lovely to spend the day with your little one. He's such good fun, happy, chatty and full of giggles.
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