Afrikaans Au Pair | Bellville | R9000 - R9500 Per Month

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Overview This role is for an Afrikaans Au Pair in Bellville, working for Au Pair Extraordinaire, with a salary range of R9000 - R9500 per month gross, plus SARS rates per km R4.95 for travel. The position is permanent, starting in November 2026 or January 2027. The Au Pair will support a 9-year-old Grade 3 boy who experiences anxiety, particularly in areas of social and emotional regulation and sensory needs. The child thrives on structure, routine, and a regular environment, and has previously received OT support and is currently supported by a psychologist. What you will do * Work according to specified hours: Monday and Wednesday 13:45 – 17:30, Tuesday 13:00/13:30 – 17:00, Thursday 13:45 – 17:00, and Friday 13:45 – 16:15. * Work school holiday hours similar to term-time, with slight flexibility. * Perform school collections. * Transport the child to extra murals. * Supervise homework. * Prepare snacks or meals, including the child's lunch for the next day. * Engage in educational play. * Ensure the child is ready for the next day. * Engage in energetic physical activities such as kick ball, tennis, or ping pong. * Ensure the child completes homework thoroughly, practices spelling, and prepares for tests and exams. * Potentially provide occasional babysitting if convenient. * Provide support respecting the child's love for structure and knowing what to expect, as he is not very good with change. * Demonstrate lots of patience and understanding, while being able to set and maintain boundaries. * Respect the child's specific sensory preferences regarding food. Requirements (from the original advert) * Must be Afrikaans speaking. * Must be experienced but still young enough to engage in active play (kick ball, tennis, or ping pong). * Must have at least 12 consecutive months of formal childcare 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 12 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. * Must demonstrate patience and understanding, and be able to set and keep boundaries. Who should apply The ideal candidate is an Afrikaans-speaking individual who is experienced in childcare, yet energetic enough to engage in physical activities like kick ball, tennis, or ping pong. They should possess a deep understanding of children's needs, particularly those experiencing anxiety related to social and emotional regulation and sensory needs. The candidate must be able to provide and maintain a structured, routine, and regular environment, demonstrating significant patience and understanding while also being capable of setting and upholding firm boundaries. A commitment to assisting with homework, spelling practice, and exam preparation is essential. The role requires someone who can commit to the specified working hours and a permanent contract beginning November 2026 or January 2027. Deadline 6 Nov 2026 Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/afrikaans-au-pair-bellville-r9000-r9500-per-month-au-pair-extraordinaire Source: myjobmag

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