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  • Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
  • Apply easily
Becoming an Au pair is a unique opportunity to live with a host family, experience a new culture, and help care for children. The role typically involves a mix of childcare and light household duties focused on the children, with the added benefit of being able to travel and immerse yourself in a new environment.Typical Duties of an Au Pair:Childcare:Waking up the children and preparing them for the day.Taking or picking up children from school.Assisting with homework or other educational activities.Playing with the children and engaging them in activities.Taking the children on outings to parks, playgroups, etc.Preparing light meals for the children and cleaning up afterward.Doing the childrens laundry and ironing clothes.Making the childrens beds and tidying their rooms and toys.Cleaning the childrens bathroom.Household Duties (related to children):Tidying communal areas that the children use, but not general housework (like cleaning parents rooms, cooking for adults, or taking care of pets).Language Teaching (if required):Helping children with learning your native language, if this is part of the family's plan.Rules & Regulations:Following household rules set by the host family (curfew, bedtime, dress code, use of phone/computer).Typically, a household handbook will be provided outlining the specific rules to follow.Duties Not Included:Managing the entire household (cleaning floors, windows, or the parents' areas).Taking care of pets.Gardening.Supervising children who are not part of the host family.Work-Life Balance:You will usually have time off to explore your new environment, study, and enjoy personal activities. The hours and responsibilities are generally manageable, and you will be living in a family environment, which allows for cultural exchange and a chance to immerse yourself in the language and traditions of the country.Benefits of Being an Au Pair:Cultural Exchange: Living with a local family in a different country allows you to experience the culture firsthand.Language Skills: If youre staying in a non-native country, you'll improve your language skills.Room and Board: Typically, the host family will provide room and board (housing, meals, and sometimes transportation).Salary:Earn around 500 to 3000 USD monthly.With Accommodation, medical aid and flight bonus.Requirements :Females 18 to 55 years old.Good health.Grade 12 upwards (high school certification).Willing to apply for a passport.Willing to travel and work overseas.To apply email your cv to, traveljobs@onconsultingjobs.co.za
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Call office +27313013221.Overall, being an au pair is a fantastic way to gain international experience, travel, and improve your personal and professional skills while helping a family with childcare.

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