Short Notice enquiry what would you do?

[natlou82]

I've had an email from a parent wanting childcare on extremely short notice - TOMORROW! It is a 7 year old just moved from Germany so no school place as yet just for a few days? Would any of you even consider this? I'm usually very organised and the thought of this scares me a little but I actually would have availability. Advice please xx

[shortstuff]

Im mad enough to consider it, but only if the current los are easy going.

[Fitrix]

Yes go for it if you get payment upfront!!! Make sure you have all paperwork signed so you are covered and then ball is in your court!!

[natlou82]

I think as I'm so new and finding my feet I ll leave it in the hope that someone will help this lady out. I get the feeling she may have sent the email to lots of childminders in hope someone can help.

[natlou82]

Another issue is I'm awaiting new contracts as I've run out!!!!

[loocyloo]

I would do it if it would fit in. Sounds like it could be fun.

I would do my own temporary contract ...
Child's name dob
Parents name
Address
Contact details
Email etc
Dr info ... or at least local surgery.
Any medical details
Emergency contact details

Permission to travel in my car, take photos and seek medical treatment ( I know we don't have to have this but I like to have it )

Hours and days contracted and fee ( payable in advance )

Both sign and give mum a copy.

I would also try to find out in advance anything the child likes to do.

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[natlou82]

Thanks guys you've tempted me! I've sent her a message, she may have sorted it already but if not I may give it a go, like you say it could be fun ;-)

[natlou82]

I've heard from this mum this morning childcare could start in an hr eek, quick shower, drum up a temp contract, this feels crazy but actually very exciting!

[Becci26]

I've heard from this mum this morning childcare could start in an hr eek, quick shower, drum up a temp contract, this feels crazy but actually very exciting!

Wow good for you, fingers crossed all goes well, I offer emergency care and once had a new child on about an hours notice, she ended up being with me until she went to school a year later

[loocyloo]

Excellent ... have fun and I hope it goes really well.

Xx

[smurfette]

Hope it goes well .. Have fun!

[shortstuff]

enjoy your day, im sure it will be fine

[Vikki5531]

Good luck, hope it goes well. Update us later xx

[natlou82]

Phew just sat down! What a busy day, but also great fun :-) I've got LO all day till Wed so it's a nice bonus for me. So glad you guys convinced me to go for it as it's been no hassle at all. She loves colouring and crafts so very easy to entertain. I just hope the weather picks up a bit so we can go to the park tomorrow :-)

[loocyloo]

Phew just sat down! What a busy day, but also great fun :-) I've got LO all day till Wed so it's a nice bonus for me. So glad you guys convinced me to go for it as it's been no hassle at all. She loves colouring and crafts so very easy to entertain. I just hope the weather picks up a bit so we can go to the park tomorrow :-)

so pleased you had a good day and enjoy your time with her

[smurfette]

Brilliant well done you!!! The extra money will
Be nice

[wee_elf]

well done for going for it!!

[blue bear]

Excellent never know what tomorrow might bring with childminding. Well done

[natlou82]

Thank you, yawning my head off now! Think I ll have an early night in prep for another busy day. Quick question, does anyone have an opinion on Hamma beads? Been looking at them seem to have good reviews.

[sing-low]

Hama beads are great - perfect for a craft-loving 7 year old, I'd say!