Catherin
Nanny in Elstead (also available for babysitting)
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Female Member since Oct 2012 Last Updated Apr 2025 Last Login 01 Jun 2025
My Summary
About Me
Hi, I’m Catherine, I live in Elstead, Surrey.
I’m a reliable and professional self employed nanny with 12 years exceptional childcare experience & mum of 2. Attentive and loving caregiver that provides children with a nurturing environment.
-Qualified & (previously)Ofsted registered, happy to become Ofsted registered again if needed.
-Fantastic references.
I have a 3 year old daughter who goes to nursery on a Tuesday & Thursday. My son who is 1 years old would accompany me on those days.
I can offer childcare from my home the remaining days of the week. Please get in contact to discuss. Available for ad hoc childcare.
Some comments from previous parents;
“The girls immediately warmed to Catherine and her warm, kind, and caring nature.”
“I can't speak highly enough of
Catherine, we'll all miss her friendly, positive
presence in our home.”
“We knew she was the right choice of nanny for our Son almost immediately”
“She was brilliant at putting my shy daughter at ease”
“Tremendously positive impact on our family”
“Flexible and mature approach”
My Experience
Experience:
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Private Family, 2022 - 2023
I have been working on a part time basis for a family who has a child the same age as my daughter, logistically has worked really well. We go to play groups, the park, long walks in the country side and I make the children nutritious meals, follow the schedule that parents have for their child (my daughter fits in around!)
Private Family ,2022 -2023
I worked on an ad-hoc basis for a family who has a child the same age as my own daughter (4 months at time of placement) the dynamic worked amazingly as they both were developing at similar paces & also had a friend to play with! I would do a lot of sensory play & when it came to it, the wonderful world of weaning!
Private Family, 2019 - 2023
Caring for two children aged 1 & 5 at time of placement. I home schooling throughout pandemic, cooking nutritious meals, taking children to different groups, nursery duties. I have returned one day a week after having my daughter.
Private Family, 2021
Cared for a 6 month old who has serve Eczema & needs constant care with medication. Making bottles, weaning & fun, educational play. As well as long walks in the countryside.
Private Family, September 2020 – March 2021
Cared for 2 year olds twins a couple of afternoons a week, preparing them for nursery, I would help them with the basics of phonics and suitable educational activities.
Private Family, September 2019 - August 2020
Cared for 1 year old boy 1 day a week. Responsible for daily routine and schedule. Communicating and learning at a appropriate developmental stage. I would have use of family car to take him to different activities or soft play.
Private Family, April 2015 - October 2019
Cared for 3 Children. Handled all transportation for drop off and collection (use of family car). Arranged various clubs & activities. Middle child has celiac therefore ensured she had correct diet. Managed active calendar, music lessons, doctors appointments & weekly shop. Ensuring I worked in a tidy & safe environment. Updating parents on what we had been up to that day and general handover.
Private Family, March 2014 - March 2015
Cared for child 2 children. Responsible for organising children’s daily schedule including school, music lessons, mealtime (managing for child with allergies) & recreational activities. Communicating with parents at the end of the day.
Nursery Assistant, Toad Hall August 2014 - December 2015
Supervision of children inside & out, potty training, weaning and supervision at mealtime, setting up activities throughout the day. Handover to parents at the end of the day.
My Qualifications
Qualifications:
• First aid trained
• Level 3 ‘Caring For Children In Their Own Home’
• Health & Safety
• Food Safety
• Jolly phonics
• EYSF – level 2
• Nutrition & Cooking
My Availability
Please contact me regarding availability
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Evening | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 21/04/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Babysitting from £18.00 per hour
- Nannying from £18.00 per hour (gross)
My Documents
- DBS Check (added 20/09/2021)
- First Aid Certificate: First Aid (added 22/09/2021)
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Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Catherin. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk members and not of Childcare.co.uk. Parents must carry out their own checks and references on childcare providers to ensure that they are completely happy before enaging in the use of their services.
We used Catherin to babysit our daughter whilst at a dinner. She was very good with our daughter and our daughter remarked how nice she was. Have hesitation in recommending Catherin.
John H
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Overall
by
Caterham
on 14/01/2015
My children adore Catherine and we love having her she is fun and bubbly and we welcome and trust her around our young children - Would highly recommend and have recommended to all my friends!!
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Overall
by
Parent
on 17/08/2013
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