Childminder profile on Websta: what to include in Slovenia

What a Websta profile should contain

Your Websta profile is where parents find you and learn what you offer. It includes a profile page that shows your details and services, and you can appear in the marketplace where people nearby post tasks and requests. The profile needs enough information that someone can decide whether to contact you.

Start with a clear description of what you do: ages of children you care for, hours you work, whether you offer full-time or part-time childminding, and any special arrangements. Include where you are based - the town or area matters because parents search by location. Add a photo of yourself so people know who they are contacting. You can add photos of the space where you work if you wish, though this is not required.

List the services you offer as separate items. This might include full-day childminding, after-school care, babysitting, or care during school holidays. You set your own rates for each service. Add a contact form or enable online booking so parents can reach you directly. Websta handles the messaging, so you do not need to give out your phone number or email publicly unless you choose to.

Languages to publish in

Publish your profile in Slovenian as your main language. Most parents searching for childminding will search in Slovenian. If you speak other languages - English, Croatian, Serbian, Hungarian, or another - you can list these as languages you work in. This may help families who have moved to Slovenia or are looking for multilingual childcare. Add languages only if you genuinely use them in daily care.

How parents search for childminders in Slovenia

Parents in Slovenia look for childminders through local search - they enter their town or area and the type of care they need. Websta shows them childminders and other childcare providers nearby. Some search the general marketplace at websta.ai/marketplace/childcare, where they can also post a task and wait for offers. Others visit individual provider pages when they find a link or recommendation.

Having a complete profile - with a photo, clear description, list of services, and a way to contact you - makes it more likely that parents will reach out. The more detail you give, the easier it is for the right families to find you.

Working as an independent childminder in Slovenia

In Slovenia, childminding can be organized as self-employment or through a formal childcare facility. If you work as an independent provider from your home, you are likely working as a sole trader or self-employed person. You will need to register with the tax authority and handle your own tax and social contributions. The rules around childminder licensing, maximum number of children, and qualifications vary, so check with the local authority in your area - usually the municipal office (občina) or the social services department (center za socialno delo).

Before you start, confirm what you need in your area: whether you need a formal permit or registration, whether there are limits on how many children you can care for at home, what health and safety requirements apply, and whether you need childcare qualifications or first-aid training. Different municipalities may have different rules. Also check whether you need insurance that covers childminding.

What to write in your first hour

Do not try to write everything at once. In the first hour, add:

Your name or business name, your location (town), and a short description of what you do - for example, 'I offer full-time and part-time childminding for children aged 1-5 from my home in Ljubljana' or 'After-school care and homework support for primary school children'. Write this in simple, direct language.

A photo of yourself. This does not need to be professional, just clear enough that someone can see who you are.

At least two services with descriptions - for instance, 'Full-day childminding, Monday to Friday' and 'After-school care'. Set your own rates or note that you discuss rates on contact.

A few lines about your experience or approach if you have them - for instance, whether you have childcare training, languages you speak, or things you do with the children. Keep it short.

That is enough to be findable and for parents to contact you. You can add photos of your space, testimonials, or more detail later.

Contacting parents and handling bookings

When a parent contacts you through Websta, the messaging happens on the platform. You do not exchange personal contact details unless you both choose to. This protects your privacy. You can discuss rates, hours, and arrangements through the contact form or booking system. If you enable online booking, parents can reserve time slots or request a quote, and you can confirm or negotiate.

Payment and money

Websta handles payments from customers through Stripe. The money goes directly to your own bank account, so you receive it without going through a middleman. You manage your own invoicing and tax obligations - these are standard for any self-employed person in Slovenia. Keep records of payments received and services provided for your tax filing.