Trusted childcare for families in Reading & surrounding areas Trusted childcare for families in Reading & surrounding areas Get started here I'm looking for: Evening babysitting Emergency childcare Daytime childcare Hotel childminding We've got you covered We have 1,232 approved, fully-vetted childcarers available for babysitting in Reading and neighbouring areas. Whether you want help to reclaim your social life, manage your career or grab a few hours of child-free time... we can deliver award winning childcare to your door. Childcare made simple With easy online booking, we can have a childcare professional at your door in as little as 90 minutes Sitters' trusted, local network of babysitters are personally checked and picked by our family for your family Enjoy peace of mind knowing your childcare is covered for less than £6 per month Loved and trusted by families nationwide on millions of occasions since 1967 Childcare professionals All Sitters childcarers have worked with children on a daily basis in professional childcare roles (such as childminders, nursery nurses, nannies, teachers, midwives, paediatric nurses and teaching assistants). When you book with Sitters, you’ll get only the very best childcare professionals for your family. From newborns to teens, we'll match your family with experienced sitters local to you. How it works 1 Register online It’s free to register. Simply enter the postcode where you need childcare to browse sitter profiles and reviews. 2 Provide booking details We’ll match your family’s needs with childcare professionals. 3 Your sitter will call For peace of mind your sitter will call prior to every booking, giving you a chance to discuss your requirements. 4 Enjoy your freedom Your sitter will ensure your little ones are safe and happy. Then simply pay them when the booking is complete. Professional childcare, whenever you need it Evening and overnight babysitting Cost effective daytime childcare ‐ you'll pay per hour, not per child Emergency childcare within as little as 90 minutes Childcare on-the-go, in hotels and on holiday nationwide Great value childcare We know that your children are priceless, but we feel that great childcare should be affordable for everyone. Sitters membership costs less than £6 per month and babysitting rates are the most competitive you’ll find. And there's nothing to pay until after your first booking takes place. Families local to you love Sitters Families local to you love Sitters Sohier was amazing because she called me the confirm that she needed to be at my house as early as 6am and this was no problem for her. As I was working in Europe I didn't get to meet her personally but I feel like I have because we have exchanged many texts. My husband mentioned she was lovely and he left her without even the kids being awake. They both have reported to us that Sohier was is great and that is just what I needed to hear as this is the first time I have had to get care like this for my 4 and 6 year old. Thanks Sohier you were fantastic hope we can get you next time. Find out hourly babysitting rates in your area: Watch the video 3 year old Martha (and mum Anna) tell us why they loved their first Sitters experience Sitters childcarers love what they do One of our lovely carers Pauline, a qualified nursery nurse and part of the Sitters family since 2002, tells us why she loves doing what she does: Loved by our families since 2003, Susan has sat for Sitters families on over 1,500 occasions. Here she explains why she loves working in childcare: Having sat for Sitters families on more than 1,800 occasions, our wonderful carer Sue explains why she loves meeting new families: "I have been working with Sitters for 17 years now and over that time I have met many lovely families. The Sitters service is professional, fast and reliable and I love the fact you can receive feedback from families. The application process is thorough so families can be assured their children will receive the best of care." "I've worked with children for over 30 years. Sitters is perfect for me, it gives me flexibility, the team are always available to help and the families are lovely." "Joining Sitters was the best thing I have ever done! It gives me the freedom to work around my school hours and I love that my name changes at every sitting..."shoe", "soup"... occasionally I get "Sue"!!" Families local to you love Sitters Families local to you love Sitters Claire has been a wonderful babysitter. Both times she immediately engaged with our children and put them at ease. She has a natural and easy way with them and makes them laugh. She is always keen to teach them something new or to help them to see another point of view. She is not just a sitter but someone who takes the time to get to know your children and remembers the smallest details about them. In addition, Claire ensures that she relays all necessary information on your return which I find most valuable. She comes highly recommended by us. My children are 13, 11 and 8. Get started by telling us where you need childcare: Childcare with confidence Sitters childcarers must have at least 2 years' recent, professional childcare experience Every sitter is carefully interviewed by one of our skilled recruitment team We undertake thorough background and identity checks Ratings and reviews are available online for you to read before you book Watch the video Danielle, Bailey and Delilah talk about how they found their first experience using Sitters Register and read reviews by parents in your area: Families local to you love Sitters Families local to you love Sitters Louise A was our first ever sitter and we were naturally nervous about leaving our 11year old girl child and 11 month old boy child for the first time. Louise was utterly brilliant. Straight in and playing with the youngest whilst engaging with the eldest about her day at school. Her experience was evident and she completely reassured us within minutes. To add to this mid way through the evening our eldest text to inform that "Louise is EPIC!" High praise indeed. Using Sitters.co.uk was the best decision, we'll definitely be requesting Louise A again very soon. Thank you! More reasons to love Sitters 1. We're hereto help We're just a phone call away before, during or after your booking. 2. Tailoredcare We’ll match your family’s needs with childcare professionals. 3. No commitmentguarantee There's nothing to pay until after your first booking takes place. And you're free to cancel your membership at any time. 4. Sitters childcarers love their work The babysitters you'll meet love working with children and you'll find they are quick to put you and your family at ease 5. You're fullyinsured To give you additional peace of mind, all of our sitters are covered by £3m public liability insurance 6. We offer greatvalue We aim to offer you the very best childcare at the most competitive rates available Get started by telling us where you need childcare: