Babysitter, Whats the going rate? - Page 2

bad breath brown · 20-03-2006, 07:53

a tenner........

MUMMIBOO · 20-03-2006, 13:43

I would say it was down to mutual agreement if your happy and their happy then bob's your uncle!

chav1 · 20-03-2006, 16:21

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Originally Posted by MUMMIBOO

I would say it was down to mutual agreement if your happy and their happy then bob's your uncle!

how did you know i had an uncle bob ..?

do you know him....?

lettie · 20-03-2006, 16:54

I would ask the girl's mother what she thinks is a reasonable amount for her daughter to be paid.

I would also be very strict about how many 'visitors' this lass can have whilst she is in your house. My mate had a regular babysitting job when we were teenagers and always had a houseful of mates some of whom used to bring beer and fags. My mate came across as mature and sensible and looked like butter wouldn't melt in her mouth, so no matter how innocent your babysitter appears to be, lay the groundrules......

baby boo · 21-03-2006, 15:11

when i babysat i only got a fiver!

if your supplying all the food and the dvd's you should charge about a tenner. I think i started baby sitting at about 13/14, id sit on the setee all night with the children watching cartoons, id make there supper and then put them to bed then id clean up and wash up. They were the best children ive ever babysat for! they were so well behaved. I think that if this girl is mature enough and has a good background then give her a chance, i suppose it doesnt really matter how old they are aslong as your children are safe and looked after thats all that matters!

baby boo · 21-03-2006, 15:13

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Originally Posted by lettie

I would ask the girl's mother what she thinks is a reasonable amount for her daughter to be paid.

I would also be very strict about how many 'visitors' this lass can have whilst she is in your house. My mate had a regular babysitting job when we were teenagers and always had a houseful of mates some of whom used to bring beer and fags. My mate came across as mature and sensible and looked like butter wouldn't melt in her mouth, so no matter how innocent your babysitter appears to be, lay the groundrules......

i refused my friends to come in with me! they didnt like it but it was my job and i wanted to show i was responsible to look after something very precious!

entwisi · 21-03-2006, 15:23

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Originally Posted by baby boo

when i babysat i only got a fiver!

if your supplying all the food and the dvd's you should charge about a tenner.

I should charge her!!! OK, novel approach I guess but its worth a try

ANNE · 22-03-2006, 22:18

Is Fanny your Aunt Chav?

harwood red · 22-03-2006, 23:18

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Originally Posted by ANNE

Is Fanny your Aunt Chav?

Oooooo I know this sounds unbelievable but I remember as a small child having a aunt fanny and uncle Bob, hee hee

sorry off thread, So I will say I think a tenner is a fair amount

katex · 23-03-2006, 07:24

I know you are all thinking around about a tenner, I don't think this is enough ! After all, it is five hours and only works out @ £2 per hour. Would you work for this ? As for food and DVD's ... well, only snacks and plenty on telly anyway. I would definitely pay £ 15 if in this position today, or am I stupidley overgenerous??

rogue · 23-03-2006, 07:52

watch the film

Rita,Sue and Bob too

there you will the prce list

entwisi · 23-03-2006, 08:09

We've decided on £15 katex, plus food and DVD. As you say even at £15 its only 3 quid an hour. I certainly wouldn't work for that. In fact I was on more than that when I was 16.

Mick · 23-03-2006, 08:14

lucky you my first WEEK's wage was £4.1s.2d as an apprentice electrician

jimmi5bellies · 23-03-2006, 09:03

I keep telling Alec he should advertise himself as a babysitter. He is brilliant with kids, calm headed with them. So if anybody is ever stuck, he is a quiet lad studying 10 GCSE's.

entwisi · 23-03-2006, 09:18

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Originally Posted by mick

lucky you my first WEEK's wage was £4.1s.2d as an apprentice electrician

Yeh but remember Mick you were WORTH £4.1s.2d back then