Compare Programmes Programme Au Pair 123 Au Pair Whiz Au Pair Assist Au Pair Mate Hours of work per week 30 - 45 30 - 45 25 - 45 25 - 45 Net weekly wage (NZD) $190 - $230 $270 - $330 $180 - $230 $180 - $230 Placement term 6-12 months 6-12 months 3-4 months 6-12 months Completion bonus (NZD) $20 per week $20 per week $20 per week $20 per week Childcare experience required > 200 hours Early Childhood Education degree/diploma + 6 months experience or 1 year full time experience with under 5s. > 200 hours > 200 hours Age of children At least one under 5 At least one under 5 At least one under 5 All children over 5 Early Childhood Education support Yes Yes Yes No Monthly visit Yes Yes Yes No Placement guarantee 3 months 3 months 1 month 3 months Orientation course 3 days + CPR 3 days + CPR 1 day + CPR 1.5 day + CPR