Au Pair Vacancy (Newborn Care)

About the Position

We are seeking a caring, reliable, and experienced Au Pair to provide full-time care for a 2-month-old newborn baby girl. The successful candidate must have a genuine passion for working with infants and be able to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment while maintaining the baby's daily routine.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Minimum 2 years' experience caring for newborn babies.

• Grade 12 (Matric Certificate).

• Fluent in Afrikaans.

• Valid First Aid Certificate.

• Own reliable vehicle with a valid driver's licence.

• Clear criminal record.

• Contactable references.

• Must currently reside in or near Middelburg, Mpumalanga.

• Non-smoker.

• Honest, trustworthy, patient and dependable.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Providing loving, attentive, and age-appropriate care to a 2-month-old baby.

• Preparing and feeding bottles, including sterilising and washing feeding equipment.

• Changing nappies and maintaining the baby's hygiene.

• Dressing the baby appropriately according to the weather and daily activities.

• Engaging the baby in suitable developmental and sensory activities.

• Following and maintaining the baby's established sleep routine.

• Washing, folding, and packing away the baby's laundry.

• Keeping the nursery and all baby-related items clean, tidy, and organised.

• Maintaining a daily log of feeds, naps, nappy changes, and activities.

• Providing daily feedback to the parents regarding the baby's wellbeing and routine.

• Performing light household duties related to the baby's care.

Required Competencies

The ideal candidate should possess:

• A genuine love for babies and young children.

• Excellent communication skills.

• High levels of responsibility and reliability.

• Patience and emotional maturity.

• Good organisational and time-management skills.

• The ability to work independently while following instructions from parents.

• Professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

Application Process

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit the following:

• Comprehensive CV

• Copy of ID

• Matric Certificate

• First Aid Certificate

• Valid Driver's Licence

• Contactable References

Important

• Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered.

• Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.

• If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Location: Middelburg, Mpumalanga

Start Date: Monday, 4 January 2027

Working Hours: Monday – Friday | 08:00 – 16:00

Salary: Market-related / To be discussed during the interview.

Closing Date: 31 October 2026