How to Create Your Au Pair Profile and Find the Right Job
If you create an au pair profile it puts you in front of 5+ trusted agencies and families, in South Africa and abroad.
Start today for R1, try it for a few weeks, then it is R10 a month. Cancel anytime.
It is 11pm. You are the fourth person to comment “interested?” on a Facebook post from three days ago. Nobody has replied yet. Nobody might.
Now picture the opposite. Your phone buzzes. A family just posted a job that matches exactly what you do. You did not go looking for it. It came to you.
That is the difference an au pair profile makes.
Facebook groups were never built for job hunting. Old agencies make you fill in the same form again and again, then go quiet for weeks. The Au Pair Club built one place instead. One profile, real families, real agencies, no more scrolling, no more silence.
This guide shows you how to set up your au pair profile, what to add, and how to use it to find your next job.
Whatever You Do, This Was Built for You
Your au pair profile is not only for au pairs. Every kind of childcare provider has a reason to be tired of the old way.
- Au pair: tired of Facebook groups, and agencies that go quiet after you apply
- Nanny: tired of getting buried under a hundred “babysitter needed” posts when you are actually trained
- Tutor: tired of parents trusting a stranger with exam prep, with no easy way for you to prove you are qualified
- Teacher: want extra income on the side, without your school finding out
- Babysitter: want flexible work, without handing your number to strangers online
One profile. One place. Built for whichever one of these is you.
👉 Create your Au Pair Profile here
“This platform makes finding nanny work so easy! I’ve connected with wonderful families who need help, and I love how easy it is to say yes or no to offers. Highly recommend!”
Precious, Nanny in Johannesburg
Why Facebook Groups and Old Agencies Let You Down
Facebook groups were never built for job hunting. That is the real problem.
- Posts disappear in minutes, buried by the next twenty
- Anyone can post, so scams and fake families slip through
- Admins control what you see, and when
- You message ten families and hear back from none
- There is no way to know if a job is even still open
Old-style agencies bring a different kind of pain.
- Long forms, filled in again for every single job
- Weeks of silence after you apply
- Fees with no guarantee you will ever hear back
- Feeling like a number, not a candidate
“With other agencies, the process took so long, and I felt like just another number. The Au Pair Club was completely different, my au pair profile was live in minutes, and families reached out to me directly!”
Sienna, Au Pair in Pretoria
An au pair profile fixes this. One profile, built once, seen by 5+ agencies and real families who are actually hiring right now.
Why Create an Au Pair Profile?
Instead of chasing jobs across Facebook groups, your profile works for you.
With one au pair profile, you can:
- Apply to jobs from 5+ trusted agencies and families
- Find jobs in South Africa, the UK, and Europe
- Message families and agencies directly, with no WhatsApp guesswork
- Get notified the moment a new job is posted
- Filter jobs by location, salary, schedule, or religion
- Bookmark jobs you like and apply when you are ready
- Track every job you have applied for, in one place
“Other agencies made everything so complicated, but The Au Pair Club was a breath of fresh air! The au pair profile is simple, and I connected with families so quickly!”
Tasha, Au Pair in Pretoria
Join a growing community of over 1454 members who are already doing this the easy way.
How Your Au Pair Profile Works
1. Create Your Profile
Tell us about your experience, your availability, and the kind of work you want.
It takes about 10 minutes to set up.
2. Upload Your Documents
Add your CV, your certificates, and your police clearance certificate if you have one.
You only upload these once. Every time you apply for a job, we send your documents for you automatically. No more attaching the same CV over and over.
3. Find Jobs, or Let Jobs Find You
Search jobs by location, schedule, or family type. Apply directly, without leaving the platform.
You can also bookmark jobs for later, and track every application you send from your dashboard.
Most people finish their au pair profile and apply for their first job in under 10 minutes.
“Oh my gosh yes! No more loooooong applications. What a win! This agency is not like the rest. Just what us young people need, you won’t regret signing up!”
Bongie, Au Pair in Plettenberg Bay
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What You Need Before You Join
Families trust The Au Pair Club because only serious candidates get in. Here is what you need.
These first two apply to everyone.
- Fluent in English: you need to speak and write basic English to talk clearly with families and agencies
- Childcare training: a finished childcare course, or one you are currently doing, shows families you take child safety seriously
These two are checked for everyone, but the driver’s licence mainly matters if you are applying as an au pair or babysitter.
- No criminal record: upload your police clearance certificate with your CV. Do not have one yet? You can still join
- Driver’s licence: au pairs and babysitters need a driver’s licence and a roadworthy car. Some families supply a car for you to use. Tutors and teachers, this one is not usually asked of you
Want to build the training side of your profile first? Browse our childcare courses and add your certificates as you finish them.
“The Au Pair Club’s courses completely changed the game for me! After completing the training, I updated my profile, and families started reaching out right away. Now I’m working as a nanny for an amazing family.”
Busi, Nanny in Cape Town
Am I Paying to Get Jobs?
This is the question we hear most.
No, you are not paying to get jobs.
Your monthly membership keeps you inside a private childcare community, with real families and agencies who are actually hiring. Getting jobs and messaging families is included, not something you pay extra for.
Think of it like Facebook, but 100% built for childcare, with none of the noise.
Your membership lets you:
- Keep your profile active and visible
- Stay part of a trusted childcare community
- Connect with other au pairs, nannies, and tutors
- Ask questions and get support, day or night
Families choose to post jobs here because everyone on the platform is serious about childcare. That keeps things safer for you, and for them, in a way a public Facebook group never can.
What Your Profile Unlocks
Your Job Board
Every application, interview, and saved job lives in one place. No more checking five different agency websites, or scrolling back through old Facebook posts trying to remember who you messaged.
“The Au Pair Club’s job board is so professional and organised! It’s easy to browse jobs that match my skills, and I love how everything feels secure and tailored to childcare professionals.”
Talia, Babysitter in Durban
Family and Agency Access
Message families and agencies directly inside your profile. If they choose to share it, you also see their phone number, email, and social media.
Smart Job Search
Filter jobs by location, language, religion, or schedule. Bookmark the ones you love, add a note, and apply when the time is right.
“The smart search bar on The Au Pair Club is a lifesaver! I can quickly find tutoring jobs that match my skills and location. It’s so easy to use, and I’ve already connected with great families.”
Ivanna, Tutor in The Northern Cape
The Au Pair Community
Your profile connects you to more than jobs.
- A childcare news feed, where you see job posts, tips, and updates, just like Facebook, minus the chaos
- 24/7 support from other au pairs, nannies, and families who understand the job
- The ability to see who is online right now, so you know the community is active
What Your Au Pair Profile Costs
Start today for R1. Try the full platform, then it is R10 a month. Cancel anytime.
That is less than the price of a 2 litre bottle of Coke, and it keeps your profile active, keeps you in the community, and lets you message families and apply for jobs whenever you want.
No agency fees. No hidden charges for replying to a job. Just one small monthly cost, and the rest is included.
New to Childcare? Here Is How to Strengthen Your Profile
If you do not have much experience yet, that is okay.
You can improve your chances by:
- Completing a childcare course
- Adding certificates that families trust
- Showing families you are serious about the work
Training helps a family feel confident choosing you, even if this is your first job.
“Taking the Tutor Course was the best decision I made! It helped me sharpen my skills, and families reached out almost instantly. I’ve been getting tutoring contracts and jobs almost every week.”
Taryn, Tutor in Knysna
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What Our Members Say
“I first used The Au Pair Club in 2016, and now I’m back again! The Au Pair Profile makes everything so easy, and they’re still the best.”
Leah, Au Pair in Cape Town
“As a babysitter in Cape Town, I was struggling to find reliable work until I joined The Au Pair Club. My au pair profile made it easy for families to contact me, and I got my first job within a week!”
Lara, Babysitter in Cape Town
“The Au Pair Club’s courses gave me the confidence I needed, and they are super easy. After adding my certificate to my au pair profile, families started contacting me immediately.”
Mia, Au Pair in East London
Why Au Pairs Trust The Au Pair Club
- A safe, trusted childcare platform
- Serious families and agencies, not strangers from a Facebook group
- An easy job portal, built only for childcare
- No more chasing jobs that never reply
- Clear, upfront pricing, with no surprises
Our goal is simple: help you find work without stress, confusion, or pressure, the two things Facebook groups and old agencies never seem to get right.
Common Questions About Your Au Pair Profile
Do I pay to get jobs?
No. You pay to be part of the private childcare community. Applying for jobs and messaging families is included.
Why do I pay R1 to create my profile?
The R1 charge confirms your details and starts your trial. It keeps the community serious and free of fake accounts/scammers.
Which childcare providers can create a profile?
Au pairs, nannies, tutors, teachers, and babysitters can all create a profile and apply for jobs.
What do I need to create my profile?
You will need basic personal details, a CV, and information about your childcare experience and availability.
Does the driver’s licence requirement apply to tutors and teachers too?
Not usually. It mainly applies to au pairs and babysitters, since those roles often involve school runs. Tutors and teachers are not typically asked for one.
Am I paying to apply for jobs?
No. Your monthly membership covers access to the community and the job portal. Applying itself is not a separate cost.
Who employs me?
The family or agency you are hired by employs you directly. The Au Pair Club connects you, it is not your employer.
How do I hear about new jobs?
You can browse jobs in your dashboard any time, and we also notify you the moment a new job matching your profile is posted.
Ready to Create Your Au Pair Profile?
Still scrolling Facebook, hoping someone replies? Still waiting on an agency that has already forgotten your name?
Creating your profile is the first step toward finding a childcare job that actually fits your life.
Start today for R1, and join over 1454 members already using the platform.
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