How does Local Au Pair Link differ from a standard au pair agency?
The Local Au Pair Link website provids you with instant access to details of au pairs who are currently looking for an au pair position. Although there is a premium fee payable to view au pair full profiles, we do offer a free Limited membership which will allow you to advertise your vacancy. Also, we do not charge you or the au pair a placement fee for any placement made through the website.
Do I have to sign a contract when hiring an au pair through Local Au Pair Link?
No, the only agreement will be between you and the au pair that you hire. The terms of this agreement are entirely up to you, however we are glad to assist you with any questions that you may have in setting the agreement up.
How much to we have to pay our au pair?
The au pair’s salary is determined by agreement between you and your au pair. The salary should be based on the geographical location, experience and qualifications of the au pair, how many hours per week the au pair is required, how flexible the au pair is required to be with their times, whether any driving is required by the au pair, etc.
How do I view a list of matching au pairs on Local Au Pair Link?
Please click on Find Au Pairs link in the menu, here you will see a full list of au pairs listed on Local Au Pair Link. Their locations are mentioned on the this page within their section. You will only be able to see full profile details once you have subscribed to the Premium 60 – 60 Day Membership.
How do I access more details for each au pair, such as their contact details?
Purchasing a Premium 60 – 60 day membership with Local Au Pair Link will give you access to au pair contact details and other protected info that is not available to Limited members.
What are the benefits of a Premium membership to Local Au Pair Link?
Local Au Pair Link offers a large database of available au pairs in South Africa. Premium members are able to view profiles for au pairs on the website and speak directly to any candidates they would like to interview.
What is the cost of a Premium membership to Local Au Pair Link?
There is a registration fee of R 750 for a Premium 60 membership (60-day membership period). This is a once-off charge only and is not renewed automatically. The Premium membership will automatically revert back to a Limited membership after expiry of the 60-day membership period. There is NO further placement fee payable by either the family or the au pair for any placement made via the website.
After purchasing a Premium membership, will I be able to come back to the website at a later stage to view au pair contact details?
Yes, you can sign-in at any time during your Premium membership period to view au pair contact details, and you will also have access to the profile of new au pairs that have joined our website since you last accessed the website.
Can I hire more than one au pair from the website without incurring an extra charge?
Yes, a family may hire multiple au pairs from the website at any time during or after their membership period without paying an extra fee. We regret no au pair agencies however – please see our Terms of Service for more details.
Will I be able to update the details of my vacancy at any stage after registering?
Yes, you will be able to update your details at any time by signing-in to your profile.
Are my e-mail address and contact details secure on the website?
Local Au Pair Link’s Terms of Service emphasis privacy and security, and your contact details will NEVER be shared with any third party other than registered au pairs.
What security is in place with regards to online membership payments?
Online payments are completed via PayFast’s secure online payment server. Local Au Pair Link also offers a direct deposit payment option for users who are not yet comfortable making online payments.
Please e-mail us at paulineg@localaupairlink.co.za for prompt assistance with any further questions you may have.