Job Openings at Au Pair Extraordinaire

• Area: Bryanston
• Child’s Age: Girl – 11 years (Stage 3)
• Working hours: Monday to Friday 08:00 – 13:00
• Duties: Teaching her the curriculum, helping her gain confidence in her work, going through all concepts and going over anything that she needs assistance with throughout the day, building a strong rapport, and helping to instill a system for her to build a revision routine. The ultimate goal is to support her to catch up with her age mates and reintegrate into mainstream school.
• Special Requirements: Academically strong, who can help her catch up quickly and build confidence. Experience in homeschooling or remedial support primary school level, structured, proactive, helps her stay focused and make consistent progress, forward-thinking and will work with us to reach the goal, Qualified Teacher is preferred
• Curriculum/School: Cambrilearn, Cambridge Curriculum
• Start Date and contract term: ASAP – December 2026
• Salary: R15 000 per month (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.

Closing Date:  2026-08-15

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• rea: Forest Town
• Children’s Ages: Boy - 11 years, Girl – 13 years
• Working hours: Monday – Friday 14:00 – 17:30
• School holiday hours: Same/similar hours
• Duties: Fetch from school, take to extra murals, supervision of homework, assistance with projects and test preparation, occasional preparation of meals, occasional babysitting (paid additionally)
• Special Requirements: Male/female, experience with the age groups, ability to be flexible, mature and easy going, ability to cook is an added bonus
• Start Date and contract term: ASAP – permanent
• Salary: R8 500 per month (Gross, before deductions) + SARS Rates per km

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.

Closing Date:  2026-08-15

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• Area: Midstream
• Child’s Age: 6 years
• Working hours: Monday to Friday 14:00 – 19:00 (Some weekends may be needed, this will be paid at overtime and discussed beforehand)
• School holiday hours: Same/similar hours (TBC before each holiday period)
• Duties: Collect from school, take to extramurals, assist with homework, daily routine and extracurricular activities, snacks and bath time
• Special Requirements: Female, able to build a solid relationship with the child
• Start Date and contract term: August - permanent
• Salary: R10 500 per month + car provided (automatic)

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.

Closing Date:  2026-08-15

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• A family is looking for an AU PAIR for their son aged 6 years old 
• Area: Constantia 
• Ages: aged 6 years old (autistic (with a PDA profile) and also has ADHD. Bright, funny, affectionate little boy who thrives with someone who understands neurodivergent children, can build trust, and enjoys following his lead through play)
• Working hours: Monday – Friday: 13h00 - 19h00 
• School holiday hours: someone who is flexible to work additional hours during school holidays where needed, by mutual agreement

Duties: 

• Collect from activities if required (once he starts them). Plan fun, engaging, neurodivergent-friendly activities. Prepare simple, healthy meals and snacks for both Kingston and the family.
• Grocery shopping or online grocery ordering when needed. Light household assistance (tidying play areas, unpacking dishwasher, folding laundry, helping keep the home running smoothly).
• Organising toys, cupboards and activity spaces. Babysitting on occasion. Becoming another trusted, consistent adult in Kingston’s life and supporting our family as a whole. He is currently completing his schooling online, so he is home during the day.
• Requirements: proactive, emotionally regulated, experienced with autism, ADHD and/or PDA (or genuinely willing to learn). Able / happy to cook, qualification in childcare, education, occupational therapy or psychology would be an advantage
• Start date: ASAP start – permanent contract
• Salary: Entry level experience: R12 000 per month (gross, before deductions) + SARS rates per km (R4.95)
• Special Needs experience & tertiary qualification: R15 000 - R17 000 per month (gross, before deductions) + SARS rates per km (R4.95)​​​​​​​

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.

​​​​​​​Closing Date:  2026-08-16

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• A family is looking for an AU PAIR for their children aged 2 years old, 4 years old and 9 years old
• Area: Midstream 
• Ages: 2 years old, 4 years old and 9 years old
• Working hours: Monday – Thursday: 14h00 – 18h00
• School holiday hours: 4 hours per day, more than likely to be in the mornings but times to be confirmed prior to each holiday period
• Duties: initially meet with the children at home, eventually collect the children from school, assist and supervise with homework, engage in educational stimulation, general care and assisting with anything childcare related, assist with the 4 year olds nap 
• Start date: ASAP start – permanent contract
• Salary: R8500 per month (gross, before deductions) + SARS rates per km (R4.95)

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.

Closing Date:  2026-08-16

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• Area: Northcliff
• Children’s Ages: Boys – 2, 4 and 7 years
• Working hours: Monday to Friday 13:00 – 17:00 (flexibility will be required)
• School holiday hours: Same/similar hours (with flexibility and TBC before each holiday period)

Duties: 

• Collect children from school and transport to extramurals, implement a structured daily schedule balancing learning time, play, and rest, design and facilitate age-appropriate structured play and creative activities, entertain and keep 2 year old engaged and occupied during afternoon hours, homework support and academic engagement for the older boys, lunch preparation (familiarity with gluten-free and health-conscious cooking is a strong advantage), ad-hoc shopping as needed, shopping for the boys (school clothing, uniforms, and hiring of costumes for school events), added to school WhatsApp groups as a viewer (for event updates, communications, and logistics), international and local travel with the family during school holidays
• Special Requirements: Female, English, under 27, academically strong, comfortable driving a manual (family has a car available), discreet and respectful of privacy, physically active, someone who can think for themselves and take initiative
• Start Date and contract term: August/September – permanent
• Salary: R10 000 per month (Gross, before deductions) + SARS rates per km 

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.

Closing Date:  2026-08-16

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• Area: Bassonia
• Children’s Ages: 8 years old (Grade 2) – Boy
• More about him: He experiences some difficulty maintaining focus, although there is no formal neurodiverse diagnosis. She requires additional support with English, particularly reading comprehension, creative writing, spelling, and language development. In Mathematics, she would benefit from assistance with word problems, mathematical concepts, and applying her understanding to problem-solving tasks.
• Working hours: Monday – Wednesday 15:00 – 16:00
• School holiday hours: TBC
• Duties: Providing academic support and tutoring to a Grade 2 learner, with a focus on improving concentration, confidence, and foundational learning skills. Assisting with English, including reading, reading comprehension, spelling, creative writing, and language development, as well as Mathematics support with word problems, core concepts, and age-appropriate problem-solving skills. Using engaging and interactive teaching methods to maintain focus, reinforce classroom learning, encourage positive study habits, and support the learner's overall academic development and progress.
• Special Requirements: Someone patient and understanding. 25 years and older.
• Start Date and contract term: ASAP – permanent  
• Salary: R300 per hour

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.

Closing Date:  2026-08-19

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• A family is looking for an AU PAIR for their son aged 8 years old (main assistance) and daughter aged 10 years old 
• Area: Protea Valley 
• Ages: son aged 8 years old (main assistance) and daughter aged 10 years old 
• Working hours: Monday – Friday: 13h00 - 16h00 
• School holiday hours: Not necessarily needed but will confirm prior to each holiday period
• Duties: Main focus will be on the son – collecting from school, transporting to and from extra murals and extra lessons, help focus on homework after school, ensure he has a healthy snack / lunch, assist with anything childcare related and general supervision, occasionally collect the daughter from school / extra murals
• Start date: ASAP start – permanent contract
• Salary: R8000 per month (gross, before deductions) + SARS rates per km (R4.95)

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.

Closing Date:  2026-08-20