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We understand the recent years and inflation have hit many families a bit harder than usual and we delayed rate changes as long as possible. But we are committed to being a supporter of the Living wage and thus due to the minimum living wage increasing we have amended several fees as at 01/09/2023. Our … Continue reading →

Welcome to our new website! Launching today! Things may look a bit different around here but all the things are still here. If you are a Family choose the Family Button and the list of pages should appear in the side bar menu. If you are looking for the Repeat Booking Form it is also … Continue reading →

As from, 13th September 2022: No current COVID 19 Restrictions apply. All Levels and Traffic Light Restrictions have been removed. Please Note: We reinforce to our babysitters irrespective of COVID19 the need for continued attention to ALL the advised Health and Safety guidelines. Please see our COVID19 policy page for any further information specific to COVID19 including frequently … Continue reading →

We understand the recent years and inflation have hit many families a bit harder than usual and we delayed rate changes as long as possible. But we have decided to become a supporter of the Living wage and thus due to the minimum living wage increasing we have amended several fees as at 01/09/2022. Rate … Continue reading →

As at 14th April 2022: Under Orange: We operate as normal but will still be prepared to wear face masks if requested by a family (and as required by the government guidelines in public spaces and on public transport). We will only pass on the requirement that babysitters are vaccinated upon family requests. Please Note: … Continue reading →

As at 8th September 2021: Level 2 – We are open with mostly typical capacity: After any lockdown, we can match babysitters with 2-3 families (considered “multi-bubble”), but all families will be informed about how many families the babysitter assigned to them is currently working for. It is possible to request a “single bubble” babysitter,  but … Continue reading →

As at 1st September 2021: Level 3 – We are open with limited capacity: We are matching babysitters to families on a 1:1 ratio. (I.e each babysitter is only able to add one single family to their bubble). Please Note: Under ALL levels we will reinforce to our babysitters the need for continued attention to ALL the advised Health and … Continue reading →

As at 18th August 2021: Level 4 – We are closed: Essential workers who need childcare assistance can enquire with us, and will be assessed on a case by case basis. Please Note: Under ALL levels we will reinforce to our babysitters the need for continued attention to ALL the advised Health and Safety guidelines. Please see our COVID19 page … Continue reading →

As at 18th February 2021: Level 1 – We are back to business as usual: Normal business operations resume.  Please Note: Under ALL levels we will reinforce to our babysitters the need for continued attention to ALL the advised Health and Safety guidelines. Please see our COVID19 page for any further information specific to COVID19 including frequently asked questions: https://www.bellebabysitters.co.nz/covid19-update

As at 12th August 2020: Level 2 – We are open with mostly typical capacity: We can now match babysitters with 2-3 families (considered “multi-bubble”), but all families will be informed about how many families the babysitter assigned to them is currently working for. It is possible to request a “single bubble” babysitter but the capacity … Continue reading →

As at 9th June 2020: Level 1 – We are back to business as usual: Normal business operations resume.  Please Note: Under ALL levels we will reinforce to our babysitters the need for continued attention to ALL the advised Health and Safety guidelines. Please see our COVID19 page for any further information specific to COVID19 including frequently asked questions: https://www.bellebabysitters.co.nz/covid19-update

As at 14th May 2020: Level 2 – We are open with increased capacity: We can now match babysitters with 2-3 families (“multi-bubble”), but all families will be informed about how many families the babysitter assigned to them is currently working for. It is possible to request a “single bubble” babysitter but the capacity for these … Continue reading →

As at 28th April 2020: Level 3: During Level 3 we are operating with a limited capacity, and initially by assigning babysitters to one per individual family. If you are in need of childcare for any reason during level 3 please make contact and we will do our best to find a solution for you.

Due to minimum wage increase we have amended several fees as at 01/04/2020. Rate changes: Standard Babysitter Hourly rates are now $20 per hour. Standard Short Notice rates and Public Holiday rates are $25 per hour. Current Member Short Notice Babysitter Hourly rates are $20 per hour. Cancellation Fee is $35 (Non-Member) and  $25 (Member). … Continue reading →

As at 25th March 2020: Level 4: During Level 4 Lockdown we are not currently operating. We will consider helping essential workers with childcare on a case by case basis. If you are looking for assistance with childcare during this time, please contact us so we can assess your needs and how we may be … Continue reading →

AS AT 1 March 2018 our babysitter Hourly Rate has increased to $17 per hour. If you are a member family (the new rate applies from 1st April). This is to ensure our babysitters are paid above minimum wage. Thank you for your understanding and quick adjustment to the new rate. Kind regards, The Belle … Continue reading →

Hi, I am Annabelle and this is my fairly new business venture which as at July 2012 I am just getting started. (UPDATE: We have been operating now since December 2012). I have been working in the childcare and education industry for 15+ years. I have a BEd in Primary Teaching, a BA in History … Continue reading →