Latest Jobs at Au Pair Extraordinaire

• Area: Waverly, Johannesburg
• Children’s Ages: 18 month old and 14 years old (Has ADHD)
• Working hours: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 13:00-17:00, Tuesday 14:00-17:00 and Friday 12:00-14:00 (17 hours per week)
• School holiday hours: Same as above / Slightly flexible
• Duties: Fetch teenager from school. Take him to the gym x1/week. Homework supervision. Help him tidy his room. School work. Fun activities with teen. Prepare light snack. Drive to appointments. Shopping for the house. Run errands For 18month old: she’s mainly with the live-in helper. Au pair plays more a supportive role. May babysit at times, play with baby and help feed.
• Special Requirements: We’re looking for a female, ideally younger than 30years old. Kind and patient. Likes children. Doesn’t mind a cat as a pet that we have. Reliable. Takes job seriously. Someone stable who can at least be with us for two years- longer if possible. We are looking for stability. 
• Start Date and contract term: 1 July – permanent
• Salary: R8500pm (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: 2026-07-17

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• A family is looking for an AU PAIR for their 6 year old and 4 month old 
• Area: Sunninghill Gardens 
• Ages: 6 year old and 4 months old 
• Working hours: Monday - Thursday: 12h00 - 17h00, Friday: 08h00 - 17h00
• Duties: Mother is needing an extra pair of hands once she goes back to work. Candidate will be responsible for general care and supervision, feeding, putting down for naps, educational stimulation and age appropriate activities, assist and supervise homework, ensure bags are packed for the following day
• Start date: ASAP start – permanent contract
• Salary: R12 000 - R13 000 per month (gross, before deductions) + SARS rate per km for any driving done within working hours 

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: 2026-07-17

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• A family is looking for an AU PAIR for their son aged 1 years old
• Area: Bryanston 
• Ages: son aged 1 years old
• Working hours: Monday – Friday: 08h00 – 17h00
• Duties: General care, supervision, age appropriate stimulation and developmental engagement, feeding, nappy changes, following wake windows, playing, assisting with anything childcare related
• Requirements: Female, Early Childhood Development qualification
• Start date: ASAP start – permanent contract
• Salary: R18 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: 2026-07-18

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• A family is looking for an AU PAIR for their son in Grade 3 
• Area: Parktown North 
• Ages: son in Grade 3  
• Working hours: 4 hours per day, Monday to Friday between 14h00 and 18h30
• School holiday hours: this will be dependent on whether the family are travelling or not but generally Monday – Friday: 08h00 – 18h00. Overtime will be paid for any hours worked over and above the normal working hours above.
• Additional hours: the mother will need the candidate to sleep over for 2 – 3 nights every 2 months (roughly) when she is to travel for work. Additional compensation will be provided for additional hours.
• Duties: Collecting from school, transporting to and from extra murals, homework assistance, general childcare duties, assisting with anything childcare related, general care and supervision. Candidate must be able to assist with basic cooking such as air frying recipes, putting some pasta on etc. The son is very sporty and active and requires a candidate that is able to keep up with him. There is a lot of driving to and from sporting appointments at various schools.
• Requirements: Active, second mom aged 25 years old plus
• Start date: ASAP start – permanent contract
• Salary: R9000 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: 2026-07-18

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• Area: Fourways
• Children’s Ages: 4 year old Girl and 8 year old Boy
• Child’s Neurodivergence Snapshot: Son has ADHD and sensory sensitivities. He can become quite hyperactive and easily distracted, and at times experiences big emotions which can be difficult for him to regulate and move past.
• Support Style: Medication has made a significant positive difference and has been the most effective form of support for him. He previously attended Occupational Therapy, however the family did not find it particularly beneficial. He enjoys science experiments and outdoor activities, and while he also enjoys watching TV, the family prefers to limit screen time during the week.
• Working hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 13:00 – 16:00 Wednesday 13:00 – 17:00  
• School holiday hours: Same as above / Slightly Flexible (Family generally goes away once a year and may require house sitting in place of Au Pair duties) 
• Duties: Collect from school, take them to any extra murals, appointments or lessons, assist and oversee homework is done, prepare a light snack or meal, educational play and games and ensure bags are packed for the next day.
• Special Requirements: Someone responsible, reliable, patient, and understanding. Previous special needs experience would be highly beneficial; however, it is not essential, as the parents are very involved and will provide guidance and support on the best approaches and strategies to use with their son. 
• Start Date and contract term: ASAP – permanent
• Salary: R9000 - R12 500pm - depending on experience and any qualifications (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: 2026-07-18

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• Area: Somerset West
• Ages: 5.5 year old daughter in Grade R and 2.5 year old son
• Working hours: Monday – Friday: 13:00 - 17:00
• School holiday hours: Monday – Friday: 13:00 - 17:00
• Duties: Collect from school, Take to extra-murals, Run general family errands, Engaging in intellectually stimulating play & activities with child, Bathing your children, Occasional Babysitting and weekend work (by prior arrangement).
• Requirements: Experience with the age group, soft natured and kind but can set boundaries when needed. Comfortable with dogs. Someone who is prepared to get involved instead of being on their phone.
• Start date: 27th July 2026 – 12 month contract
• Salary: R9000 per month (gross, before deductions) + SARS rates per km (R4.95) for any driving done directly for the family. Not to get to and from work.

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: 2026-07-18

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• Must bA family is looking for an AU PAIR for children aged 7 years old and 5 years old
• Area: Pearl Valley
• Ages: children aged 7 years old and 5 years old
• Working hours: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 07h00 – 08h00 and 14h00 – 17h00, two Saturdays per month for 4 hours per day. Times to be confirmed.
• School holiday hours: to be confirmed prior to each holiday period as some school holidays they are away, so no hours needed while other holidays we are around, so extra hours are needed then, but this will be to be discussed
• Duties: School drop-off + pick up (with employer's car). Driving to/from/attending extra mural activities + play dates. Engaging and playing with the children (board games, outdoor games, sports, swimming). Taking them on outings mainly on the estate (e.g. cycling on the estate, walk with the dog on the estate). Light household duties related to the children, e.g. cooking, washing up children's dishes + lunch boxes, unpacking school bags, helping with tidying up toys (to be done with the children, not expected to do it for them). Using petty cash/petrol card/family credit card to purchase school supplies and any other items the children require. Ad hoc errands. Proactive communication with parents
• Requirements: Must be able to swim
• Start date: ASAP start – permanent contract
• Salary: R10 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: 2026-07-18

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• A family is looking for an AU PAIR for their daughter aged 7 years old and their toddler 
• Area: Dowerglen
• Ages: daughter aged 7 years old and their toddler 
• Working hours: Monday - Friday: 09h00 - 17h00
• Duties: picking up from school, managing extramural activities, doing homework and extra academic work. Assistance with personal errands (e.g. school-related tasks, shopping as required). Light cooking and meal preparation for the children and preparing weekly meals for the children, shopping and meal plans. At times, preparing supper for the family. Light household duties related to the children such as tidying play areas, managing her room and cupboards
• Requirements: A valid driver’s licence and reliable driving experience.
• Start date: ASAP start – permanent contract
• Salary: R15 500 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: 2026-07-18

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• Area: Waterkloof
• Children’s Ages: Grade 10 – Girl
• Working hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 09:00 – 12:00 (School terms only)
• School holiday hours: Not required (Unpaid)
• Duties: Subjects: English HL, Afrikaans FAL, Life Orientation, Business Studies, Tourism, and general academic support across the curriculum. The student had separate subject-specific tutors for Mathematics and Physics. Responsible for facilitating the school day, ensuring the student remained on schedule with coursework, completed assignments and assessments on time, and was adequately prepared for tests and examinations. Monitored the accuracy and quality of completed work, provided guidance where needed, and tracked academic progress to ensure learning objectives were met. Adapted support strategies to suit the student's learning style, encouraged independent study habits, and maintained regular communication with parents regarding progress, challenges, and areas requiring additional support.
• Special Requirements: Someone with the necessary tutoring experience.
• Curriculum: Hatfield Online school - IEB
• Start Date and contract term: 20 July – permanent  
• Salary: R250ph | +- R9750pm (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: 2026-07-19

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• A family is looking for an AU PAIR for grade 8 and two children in Grade 11 
• Area: Waterfall 
• Ages: grade 8 and two children in Grade 11 
• Working hours: Monday – Friday: 14h30 - 18h00 
• School holiday hours: similar to the above but to be confirmed prior to each holiday period 
• Duties: Collecting from school, transporting to and from extra murals, general homework support for all three children, ensure bags are packed for the following day, general care and supervision, ensure bags are packed for the following day 
• Requirements: Academically strong 
• Start date: ASAP start  – permanent contract
• Salary: R12 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: 2026-07-19

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• Area: Uitzicht, Cape Town
• Child’s Age: Boy – 15 years
• Child’s Neurodivergent Snapshot: ADHD (medicated). Thrives with structure, consistency, and clear expectations and boundaries. Loves sport, particularly rugby, loves playing the drums, he does music lessons once per week, enjoys being active
• Working hours: Monday 15:15 – 17:30, Tuesday 15:15 – 17:30, Wednesday 16:00 – 17:30, Thursday 15:15 – 19:00, Friday 13:00 – 16:00
• School holiday hours: Same/similar, although additional hours / morning hours may occasionally be required and will be discussed and compensated separately
• Duties: Collect from school, transport to and from extracurricular activities (drums, rugby training and related activities), assist with and supervise homework and study preparation, support assignment planning, organisation and time management, encourage positive study habits and academic accountability, provide general after-school supervision and support, occasional weekend assistance by prior arrangement, maintain proactive communication with parents
• Special Requirements: Comfortable transporting a teenager to and from school and activities, experience working with teenagers and/or neurodiverse children advantageous, strong communication and organisational skills, friendly, calm, patient and understanding personality, punctual and dependable
• Start Date and Contract Term: August 2026 – permanent
• Salary: R7 735 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: 2026-07-22

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• Area: Irene, PTA
• Ages: Twin girls aged 6 years old in Grade R (One daughter has ADHD, but it’s well managed)
• Working hours: Monday – Friday: 113:30 - 17:00
• School holiday hours: Mon – Fri 13:30 – 17:00. If you are available to help out a few weeks during school holidays for full day, you will be paid an hourly rate for any additional hours worked.
• Duties: Collect from school, take to extra-murals, assist with and supervise homework, engaging in intellectually stimulating play & activities with children, baking, arts and crafts etc, Prepare meals for your children,  weekend travel with the family if you are available and willing.
• Requirements: Female, patient, someone who takes initiative and is comfortable with children of that age. Someone energetic who gets down and plays with the kids, can be firm when needed but overall kind and understanding.
• Start date: 04th August 2026 – permanent contract
• Salary: R8500 - R9500 per month (gross, before deductions) + SARS rates per km (R4.95) for any driving done directly for the family. Not to get to and from work.

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: 2026-07-22

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• Area: Atholl
• Children’s Ages: Girls – Grade 8 (Dyspraxia) and Grade 11 (Dyslexia)
• Working hours: Monday to Thursday 14:00 – 19:00, Friday 14:30 – 16:30
• School holiday hours: Same/similar hours
• Duties: Collect from school, take to extra-murals, assist with and supervise homework, run general family errands, grocery shopping for the family, engaging in intellectually stimulating play & activities, prepare meals the children, occasional babysitting and weekend work (by prior arrangement)
• Special Requirements: Remedial experience (preferable), fun, interactive, loving and caring, structured, must love dogs. Strong in Maths to Grade 12, English remedial assistance, just very good at helping teens study
• Start Date and contract term: September 2026 – permanent
• Salary: R13 000 per month (Gross, before deductions) + SARS Rates per km | Family is flexible on salary for very strong candidates​​​​​​​

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: 2026-07-22