How Kiddo works for carers

One app to manage your childcare bookings

Kiddo helps babysitters, nannies and support workers manage their profile, availability, family connections and secure payments through one trusted childcare platform.

Create your carer profile, complete your checks, keep your availability updated and connect with families looking for flexible childcare support across Australia.

Looking to become a babysitter or become a nanny?
Browse current babysitting, nanny and support worker jobs.

Trusted by carers and families across Australia

Since 2019, Kiddo has helped thousands of Australian families and carers connect through flexible, app-based childcare bookings.

Babysitter and nanny jobs with Kiddo

Why carers choose Kiddo

Kiddo gives babysitters, nannies and support workers a simple way to manage their profile, availability, bookings, family connections and secure payments in one trusted childcare platform.

  • Manage your carer profile so families can learn more about your experience, checks and availability
  • Set your own availability and keep your calendar updated through the Kiddo app
  • Connect with trusted families looking for babysitters, nannies and support workers across Australia
  • Receive secure in-app payments for bookings, helping keep payments simple and transparent
  • Build your reputation with parent reviews, repeat bookings and a strong profile
  • Access open bookings through the Kiddo Job Board when you are ready to view current opportunities.

Creating your Kiddo profile

To create a carer profile on Kiddo, carers typically complete the following checks and profile requirements before connecting with families through the app.

  • Be 18 years or older
  • Hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • Add your First Aid certification (HLTAID012 preferred)
  • Create a detailed carer profile including experience and availability
  • Keep your availability updated so families can find suitable booking times

Create Your Carer Profile

 

Kiddo app phone screen showing babysitter and nanny job features

Choose the right Kiddo plan for you

Create your profile and start using Kiddo

Kiddo gives babysitters, nannies and support workers flexible ways to manage bookings, availability, family connections and secure payments through one trusted childcare platform.

Start with a free Kiddo profile or upgrade to Kiddo Premium for additional visibility, access to more open bookings and enhanced profile features.

 

Kiddo Standard plan icon

Kiddo Standard

Great for carers who want babysitting, nanny & NDIS work.

Create a profile and be discoverable by local families
Access local Babysitting, Nanny & NDIS childcare job requests
Invite parents to book you directly
Build your reputation with reviews and ratings
Guaranteed booking payments (secure in-app bookings)

Free to download

Sign up free

One-time verification may apply after ID & Working With Children Check are approved.

Kiddo Premium plan icon

Kiddo Premium

Best for carers who want top visibility and more job options.

All Standard features, plus Premium unlocks
Access ALL jobs on the Job Board
Set your own cancellation policy (keep earning if parents cancel)
Get booked faster with a Premium badge + First Aid Verification
From as little as $9.99 per month

From $9.99 per month

Upgrade to Premium

Upgrade anytime • Cancel anytime

Explore current childcare bookings

Browse babysitting and nanny jobs on Kiddo

Explore flexible babysitting, nanny and childcare bookings across Australia. Browse dedicated job pages to view current opportunities that match your schedule, availability and preferred locations.

Babysitter jobs Australia on Kiddo

Babysitter Jobs

Browse casual babysitting jobs, evening babysitting bookings, after-school care and flexible childcare opportunities with families across Australia.

Browse Babysitter Jobs

Nanny jobs Australia on Kiddo

Nanny Jobs

Explore ongoing nanny jobs, part-time nanny roles, school holiday care and regular childcare bookings with families near you.

Browse Nanny Jobs

Kiddo childcare platform for carers

Ready to start using Kiddo?

Create your Kiddo profile, complete your checks and manage bookings, availability and family connections through one trusted childcare platform.

Free to download  ·  Flexible bookings  ·  Secure in-app payments  ·  Trusted by carers and families across Australia

Kiddo carer FAQs

FAQs about how Kiddo works for carers

Learn how carers use Kiddo to create a profile, manage availability, connect with families and receive secure in-app payments.

How does Kiddo work for carers?

Carers create a Kiddo profile, complete verification, set availability and connect with families through the app. Bookings, communication and payments are managed through Kiddo.

Is Kiddo for babysitters, nannies and support workers?

Yes. Kiddo is used by babysitters, nannies and support workers who want to connect with families looking for flexible childcare and care support across Australia.

How do I create a Kiddo carer profile?

You can create a profile through Kiddo by adding your experience, availability, preferred locations, checks and profile details so families can learn more about you before booking.

What checks do carers need on Kiddo?

Carers generally need to be 18 years or older and hold a valid Working With Children Check. First Aid details and relevant childcare experience can also help strengthen a carer profile.

How does availability work on Kiddo?

Carers can update their availability in the app so families can see when they may be available for childcare bookings. Keeping availability current helps families find suitable carers faster.

How do bookings work on Kiddo?

Families can browse carers, send booking requests and confirm childcare bookings through Kiddo. Carers can review requests and manage confirmed bookings through the app.

How do carers get paid through Kiddo?

Kiddo supports secure in-app payments for bookings, helping families and carers manage payment through the platform instead of handling cash directly.

What is Kiddo Premium for carers?

Kiddo Premium gives carers additional visibility, access to more open bookings and enhanced profile features. Carers can start with a standard profile and upgrade when it suits them.

Can carers browse open bookings on Kiddo?

Yes. Carers can browse open childcare bookings and view current opportunities through Kiddo, including babysitting, nanny and support worker bookings.

Where can I learn more about becoming a babysitter or nanny?

For career-specific information, visit Kiddo’s guides on how to become a babysitter or become a nanny.