Blackpool · Poulton · Freckleton

Trusted care when you can't be there.

Safe hands for your little ones, and your four-legged ones.

I'm Jade. Alongside a 13-year career in healthcare, I look after children and pets for local families across the Fylde coast, with the patience, warmth and reliability you'd want from someone in your own home.

DBS-checked First-aid trained Fully insured Verified on childcare.co.uk
Jade, of Care by Jade, smiling on a coastal walk
Hi, I'm Jade
From £10/hr
Two kinds of care, one careful person

Whoever you're leaving at home, they're in good company.

Newborn → school age

Childcare & babysitting

Attentive, hands-on care that keeps to your routines. Bedtimes kept, homework done, tears mopped. I treat your home and your children the way I'd want mine treated.

  • Evening, weekend & daytime babysitting
  • Emergency & last-minute cover
  • Overnight care (Friday & Saturday)
  • Home-school helper
Dogs, cats & small pets

Pet care & sitting

A calm, animal-loving pair of hands for the other members of the family. Fed, walked, fussed over and kept to their own routine while you're away.

  • Dog walking & drop-in visits
  • Feeding, playtime & company
  • Holiday & day-away pet sitting
  • Comfortable with pets of all sizes
Jade nose to nose with a grey Staffy she looks after, both calm and content

Care isn't my side job. It's who I am.

I've spent over a decade working with children and more than thirteen years in healthcare, so looking after people (and their pets) is second nature. I'm a non-smoker, I live locally, and I run Care by Jade around a job I take just as seriously.

Trustworthy, reliable and genuinely professional. That's the standard I hold myself to for every family I look after.

Jade, Care by Jade

10+ years with children 13 years in healthcare DBS & first-aid ready
A few moments

Some of my favourite faces.

  • Jade walking two dogs along a coastal path as the sun sets over the FyldeEvening walks
  • Jade’s black-and-white cat curled up beside her at homeThe best cuddles
  • Jade kissing a grey Staffordshire terrier wrapped in a cosy blanketCuddles
  • A child piecing together a jigsaw puzzle at a glass tablePuzzle time
  • A child painting and crafting at the kitchen table, paints lined up readyCrafts
  • A black Labrador resting its head on Jade’s shoulder on the sofaGood company
  • Two children and Jade mid-game around a board game on the sofaGame night
  • Jade’s hand gently fussing a dog stretched out for a belly rubFuss time
  • Children at a Blackpool seafront arcade, coins ready at the 2p machinesDays out
  • A small dog dozing contentedly on Jade’s lapNap time
  • Jade kissing a black Staffy who leans in for the fussBest mates

Every family I care for started with a free, no-pressure meet & greet.

Message Jade
Kind words

Trusted by families right across the Fylde.

★★★★★22 five-star recommendations from local families on Facebook.

  • ★★★★★

    Jade looked after our cat while we were away and was fantastic. She kept us updated with lots of messages and photos, which gave us real peace of mind. It was clear she genuinely cared for him. We’ve already rebooked her for our next holiday. Highly recommended!

    AbbyJune 2026 Pet care
  • ★★★★★

    100% recommend Jade. She looked after our 3 dogs for the day while we enjoyed my daughter’s wedding. Very professional throughout. Will come to you again x

    EdwinaMay 2026 Pet care
  • ★★★★★

    We were nervous about leaving our twins with someone who wasn’t family. They can be hard work and aren’t the best with new people. Jade put us at ease with regular updates and let us enjoy our daughter’s prom. Reasonably priced too. Will definitely be seeing you again!

    StaceyMar 2026 Childcare
  • ★★★★★

    Jade has been fantastic helping me with dog sitting for my 12-year-old staffie at short notice, and is continuing to assist. Would highly recommend. Lovely and friendly girl.

    DoreenDec 2025 Pet care
  • ★★★★★

    Jade is amazing, lovely and very friendly. My two children absolutely loved spending time with her! She’s a natural with children and animals, and very tidy too, which is a big plus. She’s definitely our number one.

    AdelkaNov 2025 Kids & pets
  • ★★★★★

    I felt good about Jade from our first communication. I felt comfortable, and I loved that she wanted to meet me and my children first. She looked after my 2 children, aged 2 and 6, and I felt at ease while I was out. The children also give their 5-star reviews!

    RachelSep 2025 Childcare
  • ★★★★★

    I definitely recommend Jade to anyone who needs a dog sitter, dog walker, or a hand with babysitting! She’s absolutely lovely, very professional and shows so much care in what she does. Super easy to work with, and I can see a long-standing relationship!

    FaySep 2025 Kids & pets
  • ★★★★★

    I was looking for a cat sitter for my new rescue cat and came across Care by Jade. She’s a very pleasant, caring and professional young lady. She did a fantastic job and they bonded lovely. I’ve now booked Jade on a regular basis.

    ElaineAug 2025 Pet care
  • ★★★★★

    Jade is dependable, trustworthy and professional. She looked after my 3-year-old and 1-year-old while I went to a wedding. A natural with children, she bonded with my child who has additional needs and who we can’t leave with many people. Such a relief.

    DanielleApr 2025 Childcare
  • ★★★★★

    Couldn’t recommend Jade enough! We have two dogs, one straightforward and one with multiple medical conditions who’s complex to look after. Jade took the time to meet us, learn all the meds and join me on a walk. She stayed at our home, which was perfect for our dogs.

    KelApr 2025 Pet care
  • ★★★★★

    Thank you so much for looking after my boys, Jade. Sorry for the very excited welcome, they remembered you from November! Jade is very trustworthy and reliable. I’ll definitely be using her a third time.

    PaulaMar 2025 Pet care
  • ★★★★★

    I would 100% recommend Jade and will definitely be booking again! I was so worried about leaving my 4 dogs for 10 nights but Jade was really reassuring and sent regular updates and pictures. She got to know all of their personalities to a tee. Lovely to know they were in good hands.

    JenniMay 2026 Pet care
  • ★★★★★

    Highly recommend Jade for dog sitting. Always professional, easy to communicate with, reliable, and I feel at ease leaving her in my home to look after my dogs. Very patient, especially with one who can be anxious and takes a while to warm up.

    KaylaMay 2026 Pet care
  • ★★★★★

    Jade is a bundle of energy with a true caring spirit for everything she does. She’s reliable, professional and always comes with a smile.

    HayleyDec 2025 Recommends Jade
  • ★★★★★

    Jade was highly recommended and straight away I could tell she was reliable, friendly and kind. Our collie is terrified of fireworks, but just after bonfire night Jade put him at ease and made sure he was comfortable throughout the night.

    AprilNov 2025 Pet care
  • ★★★★★

    Jade stayed with our dog for 2 weeks whilst we were on holiday and went above and beyond for Daisy. Daisy must have been happy; she ran out of food and Jade had to buy more (she normally goes off her food when we’re away). Jade even dealt with a leaky roof while we were gone.

    SarahOct 2025 Pet care
  • ★★★★★

    As a new mother with no family around and my husband working away, it’s daunting leaving your child with a stranger, but Jade makes the whole thing very easy. She’s just so genuinely nice, and I felt very comfortable with her in my home. She’s amazing with our big silly dog too.

    ToniSep 2025 Kids & pets
  • ★★★★★

    I would 100% recommend Jade to anyone. She is so lovely and very welcoming. Jade took my dog for a walk and sent photos and updates throughout, keeping constant communication. My dog cannot wait to see her again.

    JennaAug 2025 Pet care
  • ★★★★★

    We were quite nervous about using a babysitter, with two boys under 6 and unsure how it would go. But Jade arranged to meet us ahead of time, introduced herself and played with the kids. The boys love her and look forward to her coming round. She’s been a massive help.

    LaurenJul 2025 Childcare
  • ★★★★★

    Jade did a wonderful job taking care of my animals and house whilst I was away overnight. I trust her implicitly and would highly recommend her service.

    KellyApr 2025 Pet care
  • ★★★★★

    Jade looked after our frenchie while we were out for the day, with a lovely walk and playtime in the garden. He really enjoyed her being there; we got pictures, videos and updates. Our home was looked after and locked up too.

    CamilleMar 2025 Pet care
  • ★★★★★

    Jade is a real sweetheart and my son gets super excited when I mention she’s coming to babysit. A parents’ night out with peace of mind our little man is in very safe hands. Would highly recommend.

    HelenaMay 2024 Childcare

Checked, qualified and ready.

Everything you'd hope to see before handing over your keys.

Checks & safety

  • Current DBS check Enhanced background check, kept up to date.
  • First-aid trained Ready and confident if the unexpected happens.
  • Non-smoker A calm, smoke-free presence in your home.

Qualifications

  • NVQ Levels 2 & 3 Health & social care, plus a GCSE in childcare.
  • Foundation degree Health & social care science.

Insured & mobile

  • Fully insured Covered by public liability insurance.
  • Babysitting insurance Specific cover for childcare & babysitting.
  • Pet sitting insurance Liability, key cover and pet care custody cover, for in-home and overnight care.
  • Full driving licence Mobile across Poulton to Freckleton.

Availability & rates.

When I'm free

My typical week

Mon – FriEvenings
Fri & SatOvernight available
Sat & SunAnytime

Where: Blackpool and across the Fylde, from Poulton through to Freckleton. Not sure if you're in range? Just ask.

What it costs
Babysitting & childcare
from£10ph
Overnight pet sitting
from£20pn
Pet daysits & visits (dogs that can't be left)
To discuss
  • Rates are negotiable, so let's find what works.
  • The meet & greet is always free.
  • Around a month's notice is ideal for bookings.

Getting started is simple.

First

Say hello

Message me on WhatsApp or email with what you need and roughly when. I'll come straight back to you.

Then

We meet up

A free, no-pressure meet & greet in person, so you, the children and any pets can get comfortable with me first.

And you're set

Book your care

Happy? We lock in dates. A little notice is ideal (around a month where you can) and I'll take it from there.

Let's meet

Ready when you are.

The best first step is a free, no-obligation meet & greet. Send a message with what you're after and we'll take it from there.

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Message Jade · free meet & greet