Starting point
Start with the child’s age group, routine and parent or guardian availability, then distinguish care from other household duties. Discuss experience, introductions and suitability before starting.
when the household contact changes
Maintain one summary of duties and changes, handing it to the new contact to avoid conflicting instructions.
follow-up and next steps
Summarise agreements and open questions, and identify when a response or review is needed before extending duration or changing duties.
Checklist
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Before agreeing
This guide provides neither medical instructions nor confirmation of qualifications; specialised needs require separate review.