Au Pair Vacancy (Newborn Care)

Express Employment Professionals; Middelburg; On-site; ZAR 66,960 - 100,440; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is seeking an experienced au pair to care for a 2-month-old baby in Middelburg, Mpumalanga. The role requires warmth, reliability and the ability to follow routines while engaging the infant in developmentally appropriate activities.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of newborn care, Afrikaans fluency, a valid First Aid certificate, a driver’s licence and a clean record. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00, with a market-related salary discussed at

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience caring for newborns.
• Grade 12 (Matric) certificate.
• Fluent in Afrikaans.
• First Aid Certificate.
• Own reliable vehicle and valid driver’s licence.
• Clear criminal record and contactable references.
• Must reside in or near Middelburg, Mpumalanga.
• Non-smoker; honest, trustworthy and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Provide loving, attentive care for a 2‑month‑old baby.
• Prepare and feed bottles; sterilise and wash feeding equipment.
• Change nappies and maintain hygiene.
• Dress baby appropriately for weather and activities.
• Engage baby in development and sensory activities.
• Follow and maintain the baby’s sleep routine.
• Wash, fold and pack baby laundry; keep nursery tidy.
• Maintain a daily log of feeds, naps, changes and activities.
• Provide daily feedback to parents on wellbeing and routine.
• Perform light household duties related to baby care.

Skills

Newborn care

Infant care

Communication skills

Reliability

Patience

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Job description

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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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