Codie L
Nanny in Cressing (also available for babysitting)
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Female Member since Sep 2020 Last Updated May 2025 Last Login 28 May 2025
My Summary
Fun Experienced Nanny/ Babysitter Available!
About Me
Hello, my name is Codie. I’m a reliable, caring, and experienced British Ofsted registered nanny/babysitter working in Braintree, Chelmsford and Colchester areas.
I have had a passion for working with children from a very young age. It began in year 6, when I helped out children in reception with lunch and playtimes which continued as I got older as I volunteered in mother and baby crèches while studying child development as one of my GCSE options. This experience inspired me to pursue a level 2 qualification in childcare at collage where I worked in a nursery on placement which I successfully completed.
Since then, I have gained a wide range of hands on experience in the childcare sector. I’ve worked in nursery’s, been a registered childminder, and currently work as a nanny and babysitter for multiple families both during the day and evenings.
I am truly passionate about what I do and have a deep love for working with children. I believe in creating and nurturing a deep bond with every child that is in my care and feel incredibly grateful to be apart of their journey as they grow, develop and learn about the world around them.
My approach is centred around fostering confidence, independence, kindness and respect.
I can use simple baby sign language to help your little ones communicate and promote inclusivity.
I love getting out and about with the children to library, shops, swimming, soft plays, farms , parks and nature walks so that the children can explore the world around them interacting with nature and developing their social skills and their confidence.
I am knowledgeable on child development and can set up fun activities to encourage your child to reach their milestones. For example painting, crafts, baking , reading with homemade props, teaching children to cook and setting up messy play with sensory trays.
In addition to childcare I am happy to do light housekeeping including food prep I love cooking - I’m a vegetarian and have experience cooking vegan meals, I am also happy to cook meat dishes.
My Experience
I have 8 years childcare experience from when I left school I worked in nurseries as a childcare assistant and developed a love for working with children which blossomed into nannying and babysitting.
I have experience with 0-12 years, however, I would say I have predominantly looked after children aged between 0-5 years range.
I have developed a wide range of experience from my roles and feel confident in the below;
-Supervising and ensuring children’s safety at all times
-Creating and following a consistent daily routine to support structure and security
-Planning and preparing nutritious meals for breakfast lunch and dinner
-Baking healthy snacks and treats
-Confidently using my first aid training
-Supporting toilet training and encouraging independent personal hygiene
-Managing nap time and bedtime routines including bathing, brushing teeth and reading bedtime story’s
-Organising play dates, outings and educational trips to support social and cognitive development around the children’s interests
-Promoting learning and development though play and planned activities
-Maintaining clean play areas and living areas to create a safe, stimulating environment
-Carrying out light housekeeping duties including laundry , vacuuming, changing bedding and batch cooking
-Assisting with pet care including dog walking and feeding.
- Providing support with homework, helping with reading in younger child prior to school age and teaching phonics and mathematics.
-Communicating with parents to provide updates and support consistent routines and values.
-Driving children to school and outings in my car which is business insured
My Qualifications
I currently hold the following;
-Enhanced clear dbs that is on the update system
-Level 3 Paediatric First Aid
-Level 2 Childcare Qualification
-Driving Licence and Business Car Insurance
-Public Liability Insurance
-Food hygiene
-Safeguarding Training
-Early years development training
My Availability
I am currently available every other Monday, Wednesdays and evenings. Please message me as my hours could change and I could possibly move things around to accommodate your needs.
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| Before School | yes | no | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Morning | yes | no | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Afternoon | yes | no | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| After School | yes | no | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Evening | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Overnight | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Last Updated: 10/05/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Babysitting from £16.00 per hour
- Nannying from £15.00 per hour (gross)
Negotiable depending on hours, responsibilities and location
Minimum 3 hour bookings
My Documents
- UK Passport (added 28/08/2023)
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5 out of 5
Parents say
This highly-rated nanny consistently receives glowing reviews for her warmth, reliability, and capability with children of all ages. Parents praise her punctuality, trustworthiness, and ability to quickly bond with their kids. She engages children with activities and games, adapts well to different needs, and puts both parents and children at ease. Many families express their intention to continue using her services and enthusiastically recommend her to others.
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Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Codie L. 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.
Codie is a warm, friendly, punctual and very capable babysitter. We highly recommend and will continue to book her in future.
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Nicola
on 10/05/2025
Codie has been a fantastic addition to our family’s support system. She has a naturally warm, calm and approachable presence that our children immediately responded to. Our eldest, a lively toddler, bonded with her very quickly and clearly enjoys her company. Codie has also cared for our baby during my KIT (Keeping In Touch) work days – she approached bottle-feeding and weaning with confidence and kindness, and even prepared homemade snacks that both children loved.
We’ve done a number of settling-in sessions and have had the chance to observe Codie interacting with the children first-hand. She is engaged, nurturing, and calm under pressure – everything you’d hope for in a trusted babysitter.
We feel very lucky to have found Codie and are looking forward to continuing to work with her as our children grow. She’s been reliable, communicative, and clearly very experienced with little ones. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to other families.
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emma
on 06/05/2025
Codi babysat for our 3 year old and in her own words Codi is ‘very very amazing!’.
Codi is punctual, friendly and very trustworthy. She made us all at ease immediately and my little girl was playing with her straight away. She can’t wait to have her over to play again soon! I’m so glad we found her!
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Michelle
on 15/04/2025
I used Codie for my 11, 7 & 2 year old and she was amazing with all of them, my toddler doesn't usually warm to people so quickly but she adored Codie and my older two have asked for Codie to babysit again in future. She brought puzzles and boardgames round to play with the older children which they really enjoyed, she also brought round her qualification certificates a few days prior for our peace of mind and so she and the children could familiarise with eachother. We will definitely be using her again in future and would 100% recommend her to anyone else looking for a babysitter 🙂
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Tanya
on 16/03/2025
Codie has babysat for us on a few occasions when I work the late shift and has always been amazing. She's punctual, friendly and puts you at ease knowing that your child will be in the best hands while you are out. I would definitely recommend her if you are in need of a babysitter!
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tally92
on 22/12/2024
I booked Codie after finding myself with no childcare the day before a planned event. Codie was able to help at really short notice. I was slightly nervous about leaving the children with someone they hadn’t met before but they absolutely loved her. She came with her folder with all documentation and certificates which really put me at ease. Codie is obviously experienced with children and they’ve only had great things to say about her… they can’t wait for her to come back and play games. Highly recommend and will be using again x
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Emma
on 28/10/2024
Codie is a wonderful babysitter. I was a very nervous mum as I hadn’t yet left our girl with anyone outside of the family. Codie made me and my daughter at ease quickly and it was obvious my daughter had fun with her. We look forward to using her on an ongoing basis!
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Bry
on 07/05/2024
Codie is a lovely babysitter. Used her services few times and my son was really happy and enjoyed his time with her.
Will definitely recommend her.
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Susan
on 12/07/2022
I've been going to Codie for a few months now - and she has truly been fantastic!
My 4yo son looks forward to seeing her so much! He always comes back from her in such a happy bubbly mood.
Codie has been great with helping me with childcare whilst I work.
She sends me pictures every week of what they're been up to, whether it be baking cakes, a day out at the park or to Drusillas.
She's such a caring and energetic girl, and my son adores her
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Alisha B
on 09/07/2022
Codie is just wonderful. My son has been going to her for a little while now and absolutely loves her. She does so much with him and what’s even more important is that my son is non verbal Autistic and she just knows exactly how to get the best from him and she really understands him. I’m so glad I found her. Would very highly recommend!
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carla86
on 08/07/2022
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