Babysitters

[ChilliChipolatas]

Would it bu to ask nursery staff if they can babysit? Should I approach the nursery or just ask a particular staff member that my son likes? I don't know anyone who can babysit, other than my sister and I don't want to ask her all the time. Thanks

It's a good idea. I did the same when DC were at nursery. They're wages are shockingly bad and many I'm sure will be pleased for extra income.

More importantly, your child knows them and you trust them.

*Their wages

And yes, if your son has a 'favourite' ask them first.

yanbu to ask, but its frowned upon at my nursery (doing it not asking). The official line is we can but they would rather we didn't and its nothing to do with them if something goes wrong. So the staff might not be able to do it.

Ask the managment, they should know if any of the staff would be intrested.

Ask the nursery first what their policy is
You may find that your nursery has a no babysitting rule as part of its safeguarding policy

If they don't allow babysitting then I would ask members of staff if they can recommend a friend from another nursery

I think it is quite common practice to ask nursery staff to babysit for you
Lots do it

Former nursery nurse here.. ask your preferred member of staff. If their contracts states no babysitting (which some do), then they will let you know. Or they may say that they have to ask the managers permission. Or you'll get a yes (or no if busy).
At least you know that the nursery ensures all staff must have a clean DBS/CRB, and they are trusted.

Yanbu to ask but the nursery they work for may take a dim view to it.

Just ask. Some contracts don't allow it, some do. Just say to your favourite "do you or any of your colleagues do babysitting?"

My daughter used to LOVE her nursery ladies coming to her home!

Thanks all - I'll just ask x