Au Pair Whiz Programme
Au Pair Whiz is a professional - qualified or highly experienced - Au Pair programme. Au Pair Whiz candidates must have a minimum 2 years full time childcare experience or a relevant childcare qualification. With our Au Pair Whiz programme you can have peace of mind that your children are being cared for by a dedicated, highly experienced or qualified childcare professional. Best of all - an Au Pair Whiz is still an affordable childcare option for parents with multiple children. An Au Pair Whiz will work up to 45 hours per week maximum, in a sole charge position, for up to $320 net pay per week (excluding PAYE tax). Au Pair Whizzes receive a higher weekly wage, than what is paid on our other Au Pair programmes, in recognition of greater childcare experience. The Placement Term is for a maximum of 12 months and a minimum of 6 months. An Au Pair Whiz can care for children of all ages.
Please note: Au Pair Whiz supply is very limited. Please apply online early to avoid disappointment.
Host Families with at least 1 child under 5 years of age can access our Early Childhood Education curriculum as well as receive full support and assistance through Au Pair Link’s qualified Early Childhood Education (ECE) teachers. Please contact us or refer to the Our Locations page on our website for coverage areas. Children who are 3, 4 and 5 years old are eligible for the ‘20 Hours ECE’ government subsidy when enrolled in our Au Pair Whiz programme.
Please download a copy of our Au Pair Whiz programme benefits - this document outlines information on the services we provide as part of the Au Pair Whiz programme and the relevant benefits for you and your children. Au Pairs in the Whiz programme must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Be between the ages of 18 and 30
- Have a minimum 2 years full time childcare experience or a relevant childcare qualification
- Speak English to an acceptable standard
- Successfully pass our screening process including references, English test, personality test, medical and police records checked
- Successfully complete our orientation course in New Zealand including CPR training from St John and childcare lessons.
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
- Family Enrolment Fee = $1500.00
- Maximum 12 month Placement Term, minimum 6 month Placement Term
- 30, 35, 40 or 45 hours per week of work
- $260 NZD to $320 NZD net weekly wage (excluding PAYE tax)
- Minimum 2 years full time childcare experience or a relevant childcare qualification
- Completion Bonus paid upon successful completion of full Placement Term to Au Pair. $20 net per week prorated e.g. $1040 net for 12 month Placement Term (excluding PAYE tax)
- Full access to our Early Childhood Education curriculum and support by our qualified Early Childhood Education teachers including access to free playgroups and monthly activities as well as educational resources (for Host Families with at least 1 child under 5 years of age in a licensed region)
- Personal family interview by one of our local representatives to assess your requirements
- Screening process - an examination of the Au Pair including an English test, personality test and reference checks. Medical and police records are also attained. Every Au Pair is interviewed personally by our International Au Pair Association approved and trusted partners
- Orientation programme - 3 day training course including childcare training, tailored child first aid and CPR course conducted by St John and professional driving lessons.
- 20 Hours ECE and WINZ government subsidies are available (including OSCAR)
- Re-match services free of charge for up to 3 months (guaranteeing Au Pair placement). Includes providing the Au Pair with free accommodation whilst in re-match for up to 5 days (conditions apply)
- Organisation of your Au Pair’s flights to New Zealand, their visa and insurance
- Access to our payroll service Au Pair PayLink - to help you pay PAYE tax etc
- Also includes programme benefits such as monthly newsletters, a welcome pack (packed with handy hints for when your Au Pair arrives) and professional contracts.
For further information on Au Pair wages please go to the Au Pair Wages and Hours page on our website. For detailed pricing and information concerning our Enrolment Fees please see our Programme Fees. For further information on our enrolment process please see the Enrolment Process page on our website.