Carla
Nanny in Lilliput (also available for babysitting)
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Female Member since Dec 2022 Last Updated Apr 2025 Last Login 29 May 2025
My Summary
Experienced Live Out Nanny Relocated To Lilliput, Poole From Derbyshire
About Me
Hiya I am Carla, affectionately known as Curly Carla or as Mother/Marg/Madre to three successful adult children (as I call them!) Two sons who are 23 and 21 years old, and our 19 year-old daughter. I have been married for 20 fabulous years to Craig. I am 44 and recently moved to Lilliput in Poole from Derbyshire at the beginning of April.
I am a live out nanny for numerous families, covering some permanent days, adhoc care, babysitting and emergency care plus full weekends as and when needed.
As a self-employed nanny (under my business - Curly Tots Nanny Service), I would be able to fit into your family in whichever way was needed - for example with newborn support or as your live-out nanny in the day.
My contracts can be short term, long term or adhoc, while in Derbyshire I have been working with around 15 families as you will see listed below, I developed a strong working relationship with these lovely families so the move is slightly tinged with sadness as I leave these behind but I am looking forward to working with lots of new families in Dorset.
I also offer help with planning for a new arrival, I have a wealth of knowledge on nursery planning and organisation. Making sure you are well prepared for the new arrival and advising on equipment and products so that you have everything you need.
I can offer evenings and I am available overnight, or if you need childcare on holiday this could be an option too, I have travel nanny experience. I have a wealth of experience with all age groups.
As you will see below, I have many strings to my bow! You will find me a very patient, organised but fun, trustworthy person.
Got a question - Drop me a message. Let's have a chat. You might not think the arrangement you need is possible, but that is exactly where I may fit in!
My Experience
I have 23 years experience in raising my own children, which I believe is the best experience to develop my skills as a nanny!
Suffering from Sleep deprivation?, recovering from a c-section and struggling with feeding with family living away are just a few areas I can relate to given my experiences as a mother.
I have been trained in Breastfeeding and formula feeding by an infant feeding specialist, and I worked with new mums on our local antenatal ward for 6 months. For many years I have helped friends with newborns, providing the advice and support they needed in the early days, weeks and months.
I have first-hand experience with Coeliac disease, trained in using an EpiPen and allergy awareness with nuts, peanuts and soya/milk allergies. Over 12 years pharmacy experience within the NHS and over the counter medicine trained.
I ran a successful Baby and Toddler Group for 7 and a half years every Tuesday in the local village. I have been a Scout Beaver leader for 2 years running successful Beaver camps on many occasions which was very enjoyable.
For two years I was a Playleader at the local infants school before I took up post as the Receptionist in the school, and also cross covered at the Junior school too.
I was a PTA member for over 10 years organising events and one of the best memories was a whole school sleepover to raise funds for the junior school!
Furthermore, I acted as a Chaperone at the local theatre supporting dance shows and multiple productions over 7 years - and I still do this on the odd occasion if extra help is needed.
Current Nanny Families:
2024 - (June) - March 2025 - 11 month old Twins 3 days per week (been with them since they where 8 weeks old)
Travel Nanny experience - February 2025 one week looking after Twins in Portugal.
2024 - (June) - October 2024 - 4 year old boy and 8 year old girl 3 days per week wrap around care and full days in holidays
2024 - (June) - September 2024 - 1 year old boy adhoc care full days / babysitting
2024 - (February) - March 2025 - Adhoc care Baby boy since he was 4 months old now 13mths
2024 - (January) - March 2025 - Adhoc Babysitting for twin girls age 6 and boy age 8
2023 (November) -July 2024 - 1 year old Twin Boys and 5 year old girl
2023 (May) - March 2025 - 1 year old boy adhoc care / full days / babysitting
2023 (October) - March 2025 - 1 year old baby girl and five year old girl adhoc care full days / adhoc babysitting (evenings)
2023 (July) - Full day & Overnight, adhoc care for one year old boy and 5 week baby girl / 2024 (August) full day and evening boy now 2 years old and little girl 1 years old
2023 (March) – August 2023 – one year old boy and newborn baby boy (May 2023) worked 3 full days a week. Family moved to Ireland.
2023 – present day – Babysitting 3 year old boy and five year old girl adhoc care usually once a month.
2023 – present day – Babysitting one year old girl and two year old boy
2021 - August 2023 – adhoc care of a one year old girl (from birth), her six year old sister, and twin boys aged ten, overnight stays or full weekends.
2017- March 2025 - Full days adhoc a few times year - five year old boy and 6 month old brother
2016 - March 2025 - Babysitting Two boys aged eight and ten, and their one year old sister.
I am the person to go to for childcare advice re: routines/organisation with playrooms, potty training, costumes for dress up days at school, and responding to changes in behaviour.
I am Ofsted registered.
My Qualifications
23 years Childcare experience
Infant/breastfeeding support - trained by Infant feeding specialist
EpiPen trained
Allergy Aware: Soya, Milk, Peanuts & Nuts, Coeliac awareness
First hand awareness & knowledge of Asthma & Hayfever
Ofsted Registered
Paediatric First Aid Trained
My Availability
Currently only working for current families due to relocating to Dorset
Monday - Working Adhoc / Babysitting for Current Families
Tuesday- As above
Wednesday - As above
Thursday - As above
Evenings - Monday to Thursday
Night Nanny/Babysitting by arrangement with the parents / carers to assist with your needs.
Saturday or Sunday nights by arrangement (I would not normally work Friday but this can be arranged in advance)
Happy to travel for work please just ask.
The easiest way to get in touch with me is by email, WhatsApp message or phone call. I do have an answering machine so please leave me a message and I will always ring you back. Email me for any queries or questions.
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My Fees
- Babysitting from £16.00 per hour
- Nannying from £16.00 per hour (gross)
I come with a wealth of experience and a reputation you can trust. Please contact me for an informal chat.
My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 10/05/2023)
- DBS Check (added 21/12/2022)
- Training Certificate: Common Core of Skills and Knowledge (added 07/01/2023)
- First Aid Certificate: Tigerlily Paediatric First Aid Certificate (added 14/12/2022)
- Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination (added 04/12/2022)
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Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Carla. 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.
Carla has been with us since June 2024 and has already been a fabulous addition to the team. She is organised, thorough, fair, kind and has an abundance of ideas for the children's activities. She is always on time - in fact, she is often early which is a blessing for my husband and I with respect to us getting to work. She has a no nonsense approach with the children but does it with kindness and fun. She has adapted to our somewhat chaotic lifestyle, bringing order and calm which is much needed! She has responded to the different needs and requirements for both our children. We are delighted she has joined us and hope she will stay with us for an indeterminate period.
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Kate
on 03/08/2024
Carla came to work for us and our 8 week old twins and does adhoc work throughout the week/ evenings and weekends. She has been super accommodating, coming last minute if we have needed to catch a nap/ staying later at last minute to assisting me at work with the twins as I am breastfeeding. She has very quickly slotted into our family and could not be more helpful. She instantly makes me feel calm and is excellent with the twins, playing with them, singing, talking to them and taking them on pram walks. Carla is very reliable, friendly, organised, kind, bubbly and extremely hard working. We always look forward to her coming and hope she continues to work for us going forward! I would highly recommend Carla to anyone looking for a nanny!
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Holly
on 19/06/2024
Carla is a delight to work with and a real ray of sunshine, with her smiley, bubbly personality and hardworking can-do attitude. Since late 2023 she has supported with our (then) 9m old twin boys and 4yo daughter, and already feels like an important part of our family. She is a very experienced nanny and quickly developed a strong relationship with all three children, constantly chatting and playing with them. As well as nannying for our young twins, including putting down for naps, feeding and advice on all aspects of babycare, she is always happy to help with anything and everything the family needs, including playing games with our 4yo, cleaning, tidying, trips out, you name it...! We always look forward to seeing her, and she brings a fabulous sense of fun, order and calm.
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Ed Cliff
on 28/03/2024
After a really stressful time trying to figure out childcare my partner & i found carla & to say that she’s amazing is an understatement! She was able to help us out last minute & our two sons absolutely loved their time with her. From the get go Carla was bubbly, engaging and full of smiles which helped our sons instantly relax around her.
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Sunny89
on 18/03/2024
Carla has been working with our family since my son was 4 months old and he is now almost 9 months. She started helping us one day a week and more recently two days a week. She has a great personality for working with babies and children, as she makes everything a game and talks to the baby lots during the day. Carla also ensures the baby’s nursery is tidy and helps with his laundry, which is a huge help. A great bonus for us is that she is also able to drive the baby to classes and play groups. Carla is easy to talk to and has a lot of initiative.
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Astrid
on 01/11/2023
We were so lucky to find Carla to help out looking after my 21 month old and newborn once during the day where she helped me get some things from town and then took my son to the park and then at a party so we could fully enjoy ourselves. She really helped to put my mind at ease not only helping ne with some of the logistics for the party but was amazing looking after both of my little ones and any other children that were around too. It was such a joy to see my son having fun with her while I breastfed by daughter who usually would have had to wait around and then at the party Carla completely looked after my daughter so I was free to be with the other gusts and relax at the party and then she stayed overnight so I didn't have to get up to settle her. Carla is fantastic with kids of all ages, she's friendly , good company and goes out of her way to help you in whatever task. What's more she is so thoughtful, she brought toys with her to entertain my son and then colouring books for the other children at the party. I look forward to having the opportunity to use her services again and would highly recommend her for your nanny needs of children of any age.
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Sophie
on 31/07/2023
Carla has been looking after my 16-month-old son for the last few months. I can't recommend her highly enough, she has so much knowledge about childcare and is brilliant with my son who is always delighted when she comes to look after him. She has a brilliant way of coming up with fun games and new ways to teach him things and I can see the improvement in his development clearly since she started working with us. She's a brilliant nanny.
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Aisling
on 11/05/2023
Carla babysits for us on request and we couldn’t wish for a better babysitter. The kids love Carla and you instantly feel comfortable leaving your children with her. I’ve never left my children with anyone other than family so it was a big step to get a babysitter but I’m so glad we have found Carla and can now enjoy some child free time.
Carla is very organised and so helpful with any questions we may have and offers great advice! Couldn’t recommend her enough.
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Shauna
on 09/05/2023
Carla has looked after my kids on a personal level over several years (ranging from infant years to approx 9 years). My 3 children (both sexes) always have fun and adventure during their time with her. She has a wealth of experience from raising her own 3 children to adulthood and will always offer help and advice on various childhood topics. She clearly has a passion for childcare and looking after children and will always commit to any work scenario with the highest enthusiasm.
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Cmac
on 07/01/2023
Carla is amazing at what she does. She has looked after my 4 children since they were very small and fits into our family perfectly. Carla always has advice when I need it on health issues, breast feeding, behaviour etc. she is a lot of fun to be around and the children love being around her. She had an ability to incorporate everyday learning into the most interesting and fun things to do. I would highly recommend Carla to anyone looking for a nanny.
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ktnewman
on 06/01/2023
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