Back-Up Child Carer
Posting date: | 22 May 2025 |
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Salary: | £12.60 to £16.81 per hour |
Hours: | Part time |
Closing date: | 21 June 2025 |
Location: | Bath, Bath & N E Somerset |
Remote working: | On-site only |
Company: | British Carers |
Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Are you an experienced childcare professional seeking flexible nanny work in the Bath & Bristol area? British Carers is hiring Back-Up Nannies to provide high-quality, emergency in-home childcare when families' regular arrangements fall through.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced nannies, childminders, or nursery practitioners looking for extra income or a new challenge. Whether you live in Bath, Bristol, or the surrounding areas, this role gives you the flexibility to choose your hours and work with a variety of families in your local area.
What We Offer:
-Salaried Roles: 20+ hours per week, or ad-hoc contracts for greater flexibility
-Competitive Pay: Up to £16.81 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
-Weekly Pay: Get paid the same week you work
-Bonus Pay: Earn up to 4 additional hours on qualifying shifts
-Travel Pay: Get paid hourly for longer commutes
-Supportive Team: Our friendly team is always available to assist you
-Nationwide Opportunities: Take your job with you, wherever you go
-Performance Bonuses: We reward outstanding work
-Fast Start: Start accepting shifts in as little as two days!
-Auto-enrol Pension Scheme
-Employee-Focused: We are a Living Wage and Disability Confident Employer
What You'll Need:
We're looking for caring, professional, and reliable nannies who are passionate about delivering exceptional childcare in a home setting.
-Minimum 3 years of paid childcare experience (or 2 years plus a childcare qualification).
-A Paediatric First Aid certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
-A valid Enhanced DBS check (issued within the last 12 months or registered on the Update Service).
Why British Carers?
At British Carers, we provide emergency and back-up childcare services across the UK. We step in when families' regular childcare arrangements fall through, whether it’s due to a nanny’s sickness, nursery closures, or school strikes. Our nannies have the flexibility to work with a variety of families, gaining freedom, variety, and the chance to develop their skills in different settings.
If you're based in the Bath & Bristol area or are willing to commute, this role offers the perfect balance of work-life flexibility and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of local families.
Ready to Apply?
We’d love to hear from you! Apply now at: https://www.british-carers.co.uk/join/
Check out our Jobs Board when you apply, see real requests from families who need someone just like you!
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