Meet Amber: A babysitter in Thornbury, VIC

Hi, I’m Amber! I recently left full-time work in health and international development to focus on my passion for creative writing and young adult literature, which I’m now studying full-time. Babysitting is a natural fit alongside my studies—I love spending time with kids and creating a calm, fun space where they feel comfortable and happy.

I currently babysit a 4yo two days a week, and growing up in Perth I often babysat for extended family and worked in a daycare during my teens. I have a current Working With Children Check (complete with Police Check) and completed First Aid training in 2021—I'm happy to renew it if required. I'm warm, dependable, and playful—I love reading stories and getting creative with games. I'm equally happy to just be around before/after school to make sure everything runs smoothly.

At the moment, I’m looking for casual work during my uni holidays (mid-October through to mid-February 2026), as I already have a family I help with part-time during the school term.

I’m happy to help with light tidying up and cleaning—like putting away toys, washing dishes, or wiping surfaces—but I don’t do extensive house cleaning.