Ellen

My Summary

My Experience

I have had lots of experience looking after children across a range of age groups.

I have worked as a lead-playworker at a summer camp in Italy for children aged 3-15 in the past few summers. I planned and led daily creative sessions for a group of 20 children and also offered 1:1 support throughout the day. I have experience adapting to an unpredictable environment, anticipating different needs and delivering tailored support.

I babysat two young children (6 and 9) on a long term basis before I went to University. This included dropping them off and picking them up from school, helping them with homework, cooking dinner and doing activities with them. I also babysat on weekends sometimes, going to the park, museums or the library, watching a film and putting them to bed.

I have been a one-off babysitter for lots of parents during the evenings. Lots of parents recommend me to friends in the local area, who know I am good to call if they need last minute childcare!

In terms of older teenagers, I also have experience. At my last job as a Student Activities Assistant at my University, I provided lots of support to students. I’m kind, adaptable, approachable and sensitive to different needs.

My Qualifications

English Literature and Film Studies BA, Uni of Leeds
A levels and GCSEs

My Availability

I am very flexible! I can do early morning school drop-off, after school pick-up, evenings, weekends and overnight.

My Fees

• Babysitting from £12.00 per hour