Why Hire an Au Pair through Us?

Modern family life in Cape Town and the Western Cape moves fast. Parents juggle long

workdays, traffic and packed schedules—while children’s

school activities and academic demands keep growing. And through it all,

you still want meaningful and exciting times together.

For us, an educated au pair is more than childcare — they are a trusted

individual who brings safety, consistency, and support into your home.

Depending on your children’s ages, your au pair can also be a positive role

model and mentor able to guide your child’s learning and well-being —

nurturing both the heart and the mind.

The right au pair helps children grow with confidence, curiosity, and balance,

while giving parents the peace of mind to enjoy family life.

Family application forms

1. Au Pair

Reliable ongoing child-focused support seeing to your family’s needs at

home - full days / mornings/ afternoons / a few times a week. Also,

Baby-Specialists / Big Brother /Student -type Au Pair and PA /

Professional Au Pairs.

2. Short Term Au Pair

Any au pair family need that is less than 3 months – for holiday times,

overseas guests, parent away or out of action.

3. Night Nurse

Short- or longer-term overnight support (from 1 week to 3–6 months)

for newborns or little ones with disrupted sleep. We prioritize restful

nights, safe sleep habits, and calm, consistent routines.

4. Tutor

Focused, one-on-one support at your home —daily or bi/tri-weekly.

Can be for specific subjects, focused homework, projects or exam

preparations and study methods. Sessions typically run for an hour

or two.

5. Special-Needs Placements

We partner with families and schools to provide child-centered support across a range of needs:

Learner Facilitators (in schools):
One-on-one support within mainstream classrooms to help a
learner manage academic, social, and behavioural demands.
The facilitator builds confidence, scaffolds routines, and supports
integration—working closely with teachers and parents. We’ve
placed facilitators across Cape Town since the introduction of
inclusive education

Home-School Teachers:
Qualified educators who design and deliver a structured
home-school programme aligned to your child’s needs and
the chosen curriculum.

Special-Needs Au Pairs/Tutors:
Caregivers with a passion for working with diverse needs,
providing routines, learning support, and steady follow-through
within the home environment.

6. Terms and Conditions

Childcare Categories:

Baby Specialists

A professional newborn carer providing full-day, sole-charge support. Ideal for families needing expert guidance with feeding, settling, routines, and early development.

Consultation Services

We offer a home visit to assess your family’s needs (R400). We review household management, child-care priorities, and any individual requirements. If you proceed with a placement through Au Pair At Home, the R400 fee is waived.

The Duties of an Au Pair

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