Working hours: Monday to Friday 12:00 - 17:30
School holiday hours: Same as above / Slightly Flexible
A family is looking for an EXPERIENCED AU PAIR for their 2 children
Area: Newlands, Cape Town
Children’s Ages: 5 and 10 years old – Girls
More about the girls: The 10 year has inattention and requires frequent reminders to complete tasks. We have suspicions of ADHD, and she is currently being assessed. 5 year old is very curious and needs a lot of stimulation.
Working hours: Monday to Friday 12:00 - 17:30
School holiday hours: Same as above / Slightly Flexible
Duties: School collections and safe transport to activities, appointments, and extra murals, while maintaining structured daily routines. Provide academic support with homework, projects, and studying, with additional focus on the eldest child who requires reminders, structure, and consistent guidance to stay organised and complete tasks. Engage the youngest child through stimulating educational play, creative and outdoor activities, and age-appropriate learning. Responsibilities also include preparing meals and snacks, managing school and activity preparation (bags, uniforms, lunchboxes), and maintaining organisation for the school day. Ongoing communication with parents regarding routines, progress, and behaviour is essential, along with supporting discipline, routine management, and encouraging independence and good habits. Occasional babysitting and weekend assistance may be required by arrangement.
Special Requirements: An experienced, confident, and self-sufficient au pair with strong organisational ability and emotional maturity. Teaching qualifications or studies would be advantageous, as well as experience with special needs. The ideal candidate is nurturing yet firm when required, proactive, adaptable, and able to work independently with minimal supervision, maintaining a calm and structured approach while supporting children’s development.
Start Date and contract term: 22 June - permanent
Salary: R15 000pm (Gross, before deductions)
All Au Pair Extraordinaire applicants must fill the following requirements:
**** Must have at least 12 consecutive months of formal child caring experience, excluding work done for friends and family. This experience must be within the last 2 years.
****Must have their own, reliable car and at least 18 months driving experience.
****Must have at least 2 contactable childcare references.
****Must have a clear criminal record
****Must have a passion for children
****Must have Matric
****Must have a South African ID document.
FRAUDULENT CV'S ARE PUNISHABLE BY LAW. ALL REFERENCES ARE CHECKED AND FAKE REFERENCES WILL BE UNCOVERED
For more information please contact:
Simone Crouch
