Job Description

We're looking for an energetic, dependable, mature au pair for a neurodivergent child and his sibling: a 10-year-old boy (ASD, dyspraxia) and a 8- year-old girl (very energetic!). The role requires a confident driver, someone patient and grounded, who can balance structured routines with gentle flexibility. The role is working predominantly from the children's mother's house, with a week a month (changes) at the father's house nearby. We are seeking someone who lives within 10km of the CBD and is willing to commit to a minimum of 2 years so as to reduce disruption for the children.

Responsibilities

Morning school runs (term time) Afternoon routines: pickup, snack prep, supervised homework, bath time, readiness for the next day Apply therapy guidance and provide feedback from school or sessions Encourage creative and structured play (crafts, swimming, reading, etc.) Light household duties: lunchbox prep, snack cleanup Cook/heat dinner

Requirements

Must be a very confident driver. A car is provided for work use. Ideally has own transport to get to and from work, but not required if living nearby (CBD-based family). Responsible for daily school runs, appointments, and after-school activities including homework. Child-Specific Needs: No formal special needs experience is required, but understanding of ASD and dyspraxia is important.

Neurodiversity Training will be provided.

Will support therapeutic goals (e.g. speech therapy, regulating strategies), build independence, and maintain a calm, structured environment.

Ideal Candidate

Preferably a mature student who can study during breaks Warm, patient, resilient, and independent Must live within 10km of the CBD and be willing to commit to two-years

Working Hours During Term Time:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 07:00-08:00 (school drop-off) 2:30pm - 7:00pm (school pickups, therapies, afternoon care). Includes time to collect employer's au pair car 45mins before son's school pick up time. 6 hours per day

Thursday

2:00pm - 8:45pm 7 hours

Friday

7:00am - 8:00am (school drop-off) 12:45pm - 6pm (school pickups, extra mural, afternoon care). Includes time to collect employer's au pair car 45-50 mins before school pick up time. Approx. 6 hours per day

During School Holidays:

Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm (times subject to change with mutual agreement) 8 hours per day Some weekend babysitting is optional.

Benefits:

Training will be provided by the Neurodiversity Centre.

Salary:

With the morning school drop off - R15 000 per month

Without the morning school drop off - R13 000 per month

Ideal starting date:

As soon as possible.

Please

email your CV to academy@neurodiversitycentre.co.za if you are interested

and feel you are suitable for this position.

Please note we will

only contact applicants that have been shortlisted

, thank you for your time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R13000,00 - R15000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

Do you live within 10km of the CBD area? Do you have a valid drivers license?
Experience:

au pairing: 1 year (Required)
Location:

Tamboerskloof, Western Cape (Preferred)
Work Location: In person