Jo's Childcare - Nanny & Babysitting in Purbeck, Dorset

About Me

Hello, I'm Josephine — a fun, caring, and reliable childcare provider. As a mother of three, I have a deep understanding of children's needs and a genuine passion for their well-being.

I offer flexible childcare services including babysitting, nannying, and mother's help. I have my own transport, hold a current DBS check, and have nanny insurance for your peace of mind.

I am a fully qualified breastfeeding peer supporter and currently volunteer with F.A.B Breastfeeding Dorset. I also work as a Playworker assistant at Prime Time Kids Club in Wareham.

I am currently in the process of registering with Ofsted.

My Experience

4 years in nursery and pre-school settings
2 years as a dedicated nanny
1 year as a childminder's assistant
Over 20 years of babysitting experience
Worked with multiple childcare agencies in Dorset
Midday supervisor at a local primary school

My Qualifications

Paediatric First Aid Certificate
Nanny Insurance
Nanny Training
Fully Qualified Breastfeeding Peer Supporter
Safeguarding Awareness Training
Diploma in Home-based Childcare Level 3 Unit 1 (ICP)
Early Years Care and Education NVQ Level 2
Childcare and Education CACHE
GNVQ Health and Social Care Foundation

Availability

I offer flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and daytime hours during school time on a part-time basis.

I cover Wool, Lulworth, Bovington, and Wareham. Greater distances can be arranged — just ask!

Fees

Babysitting (1 child)	£12 per hour
Babysitting (2+ children)	£14 per hour
Nannying / Mother's help	Slightly higher — happy to discuss
Travel outside local area	Mileage for fuel

What Parents Say

"Jo has a sensible approach and interacts wonderfully with children. She is positive, professional, and has a happy disposition at all times."