im fifteen and i got a jod as a full time nanny and i want to know if i can get a blue card?

Question

Hi I'm 15 i have been baby sitting for about a year now just for my friends but i just got offered a job as a full time nanny. I was wondering if i need a blue card? and can a get one? or am i to young?

Answer 1

hi, im a full time nanny, my current charges are 15mnths & 6yrs & ive been with them for just over a year, iv got 5yrs nannying experience which i got after doing a full time diploma in childcare at college after i finished at school. i think in your position if childcares the route you want to folow, finish school, get a childcare qualification & then get a nanny job, once your qualified you'l have lots more confidence, more knowledge & be able to charge a proper wage, also you need to be police checked & as far as i know you need to be at least 16 for this, you'l need nanny insurance, your employer will need to add you to their home insurance policy too & when you drive you'l need business insurance on your car! lots to take in & think about! also a first aid course is essential. hopefully you'l never need to use it but better safe than sorry! hope this helps?!

Answer 2

You are old enough to have a card, apply for it through the local employment agency they will assist you with forms etc. If you are still at school the careers adviser should be able to help.

Answer 3

well all i know is u need to take a babysitting class thats gets u C.P.R certified the redcross usually give these class u can also do it online and ur just the right age

Answer 4

you cant work full time you are too young. here in the usa you have to be 18 to work full time. you need to go to school

Answer 5

Oh ! you are not matured enough to lookafter. You need caring.