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When you apply to become a sitter, we look for proof that you&apos;ve worked with children on a daily basis in a professional setting for at least 2 years. This could include childcare roles including (but not limited to):<ul data-sourcepos="7:1-10:9"><li data-sourcepos="7:1-7:13" style="font-size: 16px;">Childminder</li><li data-sourcepos="8:1-8:9" style="font-size: 16px;">Teacher</li><li data-sourcepos="9:1-9:20" style="font-size: 16px;">Teaching Assistant</li><li data-sourcepos="10:1-10:9" style="font-size: 16px;">Nursery Nurse</li><li data-sourcepos="11:1-11:7" style="font-size: 16px;">Nanny</li><li data-sourcepos="12:1-13:0" style="font-size: 16px;">Au Pair</li><li data-sourcepos="12:1-13:0" style="font-size: 16px;">Midwife</li><li data-sourcepos="12:1-13:0" style="font-size: 16px;">Paediatric Nurse</li></ul>Interested in becoming an approved sitter? <a href="https://www.sitters.co.uk/become-a-sitter.aspx">Apply today &gt;</a><a href="https://www.sitters.co.uk/become-a-sitter.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" id="isPasted"></a>

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