- Remove hazards and develop appropriate boundaries and rules to create a safe environment for children.
- Instruct and assist children in the development of health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet behavior.
- Instruct children in safe behavior, such as seeking adult assistance when crossing the street and avoiding contact
Childminder | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Childminders care for babies, toddlers and children in their own home, supporting their learning and development.
Childminders typically work around 37 to 39 hours per week.
As a Childminder you will typically work evenings / weekends.
This occupation tends to be:
- Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.
- Artistic — Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done
| Average salary |
| 24,758 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Childminder
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24,883 GBP
Average salary for part-time Childminder
Average salary for full-time Childminder
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10,238 GBP
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10,187 GBP
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24,758 GBP
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24,883 GBP
Salary over time for Childminder
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19,228 GBP
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20,131 GBP
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21,232 GBP
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22,042 GBP
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23,727 GBP
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24,758 GBP
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23,689 GBP
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Things to highlight for your Childminder interview
Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Concern for Others Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Adaptability/Flexibility Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
