Career

Nanny or Babysitter

Community Services & Development

Career stats

Weekly pay

$900

Prospects

Medium

Employed in Australia

8,500

Growth

Decline

Overview

Assists parents in the provision of ongoing care and supervision for babies and children, usually in the child's home.

Job Titles

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Job Tasks

This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.

  • assisting in the preparation of materials and equipment for children's education and recreational activities
  • managing children's behaviour and guiding children's social development
  • preparing and conducting activities for children
  • entertaining children by reading and playing games
  • supervising children in recreational activities
  • supervising the daily routine of children
  • supervising the hygiene of children

Training & Qualifications

Vocational education & training (VET)

  • Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
  • Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
More about VET

Industry

Community Services & Development

Do you enjoy caring for others? Perhaps you would like to assist people experiencing a disability, or are keen to get involved in the wellness industry. If you are intrigued by these possibilities, a job in the Community Services & Development sector might be suited to you.This industry offers a variety of services which can range from helping and caring for others to developing and maintaining community resources and programs. Overall you need to get a great satisfaction and reward from nurturing and caring those in need. You are someone who is driven by being open and responsive to the needs and welfare of others and this is your biggest motivation in relating to people. This makes you a caring and compassionate person who always likes to make sure the needs of the people around you are met.

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