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How many Baby Sitter jobs are available on Pertemps?

There are 6 Baby Sitter jobs available on Pertemps right now.

What does a Baby Sitter do?

Childminders provide day-to-day care of children in their own homes, and supervise and participate in their play, educational and other activities.

Tasks required include:

• Changes babies’ nappies and clothes as necessary and makes up bottles for feeds.
• Plans, prepares and serves children’s meals and supervises children during meals.
• Provides, supervises and participates in children’s indoor and outdoor play activities to promote their development.
• Takes children to participate in play groups or on appropriate outings.
• Takes older children to and from school.
• Maintains appropriate records of children’s development.
• Complies with regulations set by OFSTED and their inspection requirements.

What are the entry requirements for a Baby Sitter?

Entry may not depend upon academic qualifications, although employers may expect a candidate to possess a qualification accredited by the Council for Awards in Children’s Care or other qualifications. Childminders must be registered with OFSTED to care for children under the age of 8 years. NVQs/SVQs in Child Care and Education are available at Levels 2 and 3. A minimum age limit of 18 years applies, and a DBS check is mandatory.