Holly
Babysitter in York
Female Member since Dec 2020 Last Updated Feb 2024 Last Login Apr 2024
My Summary
About Me
I'm a friendly and reliable babysitter with a genuine passion for providing a safe and nurturing environment for children. With a background in supporting children, especially those with special needs, I bring a patient and understanding approach to childcare. My experience has equipped me with the skills to create a positive and engaging atmosphere while ensuring the well-being of the little ones under my care. I am honest, responsible, and dedicated to making sure your children have a great time in a secure environment. I look forward to the opportunity to bring joy and peace of mind to both you and your kids!
My Experience
**RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:**
**Autism Support Worker | The Learning Support Centre | Sept 2023 – Current**
I deliver 1-2-1 support, both in person and online, to students studying in higher education on the autism spectrum.
**Crisis Line Volunteer | SHOUT 85258 | Sept 2022 – Feb 2023**
I engaged in text conversations with children, young people, and adults, providing empathetic support and assistance to individuals in crisis.
**Mentor | York Mind | Apr 2022 – Oct 2023**
I conducted face-to-face sessions utilizing various therapeutic techniques to support young people in improving their mental health and well-being.
**Playworker | Hempland Kids Club | Apr 2021 – Sept 2022**
I supervised and engaged with primary-aged children, organising activities and ensuring their safety.
**Babysitter | Self-Employed | June 2018 - Sept 2019
I babysat three children (10, 4, and 2). I would look after them in the evening whilst both parents worked and occasionally on the weekend.
**Volunteer Teaching Assistant | Silver Birch Primary | Jul 2019**
I supported primary-age children with neurodevelopmental conditions and behavioural challenges, providing them with emotional support.
**Volunteer | Cross Hills Library | Sept 2014 – Sept 2017**
As a children's reading activity coordinator, I encouraged primary-age children to read and participate in engaging activities, aiding their literacy and social skills.
My Qualifications
**EDUCATION:**
- BSc (Hons) in Psychology with Counselling (1st) from York St John University.
**CERTIFICATIONS:**
- SHOUT – Crisis Line Training
- York Council Safeguarding
- Level 3 Counselling Skills
- Level 2 Safeguarding Children
- GDPR & Data Protection
- Introduction to Autism & the SPELL Framework (CPD Acc)
- Autism: Stress & Anxiety (CPD Acc)
- 6 NAS Core Modules: Understanding Autism (CPD Acc)
- Level 1 BSL Certification
My Availability
I have flexible availability.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Morning | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Afternoon | no | no | yes | yes | yes | no | yes |
| After School | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Evening | yes | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 19/02/2024 | |||||||
My Fees
- Babysitting from £10.50 per hour
I am open to negotiation.
My Documents
- Training Certificate: Supporting Families (added 19/02/2024)
- Training Certificate: Autism and Communication (added 19/02/2024)
- Training Certificate: Autism, Stress, and Anxiety (added 19/02/2024)
- Training Certificate: Understanding Autism (added 19/02/2024)
- Training Certificate: Level 2 Safeguarding Children (added 19/02/2024)
- Training Certificate: Level 1 BSL (added 19/02/2024)
- Council Tax Bill (added 19/02/2024)
- UK Driving Licence (added 19/02/2024)
- DBS Check (added 19/02/2024)
- Training Certificate: Safeguarding Course - City of York (added 11/08/2021)
- Training Certificate: Safeguarding Course - FGM (added 11/08/2021)
- Training Certificate: Safeguarding Course - Radicalisation (added 11/08/2021)
- Training Certificate: Safeguarding Course (added 11/08/2021)
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