Au Pair Sydney: Screened Au Pairs for Sydney Families
Au Pair Sydney Australia: Your Sydney Au Pair Agency Since 2008
Looking for an au pair in Sydney? Au Pair Australia is a Sydney-based au pair agency that has matched host families with screened au pairs since 2008. We place au pairs across Sydney and Australia, with no registration or application fees.
Every au pair is interviewed, reference-checked and police-checked before you see their profile. We guide you from your first enquiry to your au pair’s arrival, then support you both through the placement.
We place au pairs in Sydney, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra and Perth, and in most regional towns.
Why Sydney families choose us:
- Sydney-based agency, matching families with au pairs since 2008
- No registration or application fees
- Au pairs who are interviewed, reference-checked and police-checked
- Free rematch if a match does not work out
- Ongoing support for the host family and the au pair
– Call 0478 418 191
Live-in au pair Sydney families trust: personal one-to-one childcare, up to 40 hrs/week.
Hosting an au pair in Sydney means one fixed weekly cost, however many children you have.| Au Pair Agency Sydney: Matching and Ongoing Support | Au Pair Screening Australia: How We Vet Every Au Pair |
 Sydney’s longest-established au pair agency: careful screening, personal matching and constant support for your family and your au pair. |
 Every au pair Australia families meet is screened by our overseas partner agencies, with references, police and medical checks. |
Trusted Au Pair Sydney Australia: Childcare Tailored to Your Family
Every au pair in Sydney we place is screened by professionals, because we work with the best au pair agencies across Europe. We support you at the key moments: just before your au pair arrives in Sydney or any other major city in Australia, and throughout her settling-in period.
What’s in Every Au Pair Sydney Profile
Every au pair we introduce to Sydney families comes with:
Informative profile + handy summary of all key details
Picture(s)
References
Interview report (naturally, we speak with all of our au pairs)
Medical check
Police check
What Does an Au Pair Do in Sydney? Roles and Responsibilities
An au pair in Sydney helps with childcare and light child-related housework, including:
* Engaging children in enjoyable activities
* Preparing children’s meals and cleaning up after mealtime
* Ensuring children are bathed and dressed
* Packing lunches, helping with homework, and driving kids to school
* Taking children to parks, playgrounds and other recreational spots
* Light child-related household tasks, like children’s laundry and keeping their rooms tidy
Flexible Live-in Childcare in Sydney
An au pair provides flexible, one-to-one live-in childcare. We place au pairs in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra and most towns across Australia.
Top Au Pair Candidates for Sydney Families
Our agency’s reputation attracts wonderful au pairs from a wide variety of nationalities throughout the year. Allow enough time for your search to find the perfect match.
Vetted Au Pairs: References and Checks
Every au pair is vetted. You can read their references, police and medical checks and personal application. Our au pair agency in Sydney works with the best industry-approved partner agencies.
Au Pair Screening and Matching in Sydney
We take great care of our host families and au pairs, from the initial consultation and interview through screening, matching and aftercare once your au pair is placed.
Simple, Efficient Au Pair Search
We listen to both the host family’s and the au pair’s preferences and requirements, so every match works for both sides.
Friendly Support for Your Au Pair Experience
Our knowledgeable, dedicated team guides you through the au pair experience, from registration to your au pair’s first weeks in Australia.
Hosting an Au Pair in Sydney: Host Family Responsibilities
Hosting an au pair in Sydney is a simple arrangement with clear responsibilities on both sides. Here is what we ask of every host family:
- Providing Accommodation:
Furnish a private bedroom that meets safety standards, with an adult-sized bed and a closet.
- Respect work hour limits:
Your au pair’s working hours must not exceed 40 hours per week. Most au pairs work around 25 to 35 hours.
- Define her duties:
Clearly outline her responsibilities, limited to childcare and light housekeeping directly related to the children.
- Pay weekly pocket money:
Pay your au pair the weekly pocket money of $9 -$10 p/h. See our au pair fees and costs.
Open communication between you and your au pair is key to a positive living and working relationship. Regular conversations about expectations, preferences and adjustments help make the experience work for everyone. Check the full family requirements before you register.
Benefits of Hosting an Au Pair in Sydney
Flexible, high-quality childcare at home: live-in care tailored to your family’s needs and schedule.
Cultural exchange for the whole family: welcome an international au pair and share a genuine cultural exchange experience.
Languages and cultures for your children: let your kids hear a new language and learn about another culture without leaving home.
Affordable childcare: an au pair is a cost-effective alternative to daycare, a nanny or after-school care, with one fixed cost however many children you have.
Stress-free routines: no daycare drop-offs, with help for school runs, after-school activities and children’s meals.
Peace of mind with a Sydney au pair agency: Au Pair Australia has more than 18 years of experience running trusted cultural exchange programs.
Read more about the benefits of hosting an au pair or see how we make childcare affordable.
How to Hire an Au Pair in Sydney: Our Simple Process
If you’re interested in hosting an au pair in Sydney, here are the steps:
Registration
Register online with our easy form and tell us about your family, your expectations and the help you need. We’ll ask for basic details about your household, daily routine and any specific requirements for your au pair.
Consultation
Have a quick chat with a member of the Au Pair Australia team to talk through your family’s needs and confirm the process.
Review profiles
We propose a shortlist of au pair candidates who meet your criteria. All are screened in advance, and their profiles include childcare references, police and medical checks, interviews and verification of qualifications.
Interview
Interview the candidates you like to get to know them, discuss expectations and make sure they’re a good fit for your family. We provide an interview guide to make the process easy.
Matched!
Once you’ve chosen your au pair, we give you a contract covering the terms of the arrangement, responsibilities, working hours, pocket money and other details. We also take care of the legal formalities, including the visa and documentation, and help your au pair with flights and travel insurance.
Support:
Our Sydney au pair agency continues to support you and your au pair while she settles into her new environment.
Ready to start? Register as a family or call us on 0478 418 191. You can also read the full au pair placement process.
Why Choose Au Pair Australia, Your Sydney Au Pair Agency
Free rematch option: if the match isn’t right, we’ll help you find another au pair.
Comprehensive au pair screening:every candidate is screened with references, police and medical checks and an interview.
Carefully matched:we listen to your family’s needs and the au pair’s preferences, so the match works for both sides.
Optimal candidate selection:a shortlist of au pairs who meet your criteria, from a wide range of nationalities.
Continuous support:we guide you from registration through placement and your au pair’s settling-in period.
Au pairs for Sydney and across Australia:we place au pairs in major cities and small towns alike.
A flexible, easily reachable team:call us on 0478 418 191 and talk to a real person.
Personalized guidance for host families:friendly advice at every step of your au pair journey.
Read about our screening process or why families choose Au Pair Australia.
What Is an Au Pair? Au Pair Sydney and Australia Explained
An au pair is a young person, usually from another country, who lives with a host family and helps with childcare in exchange for a private room, meals, weekly pocket money and a cultural exchange experience.
For Sydney families, this means flexible, personalized childcare at home. For the au pair, it’s a chance to experience the Australian lifestyle and improve her English.
Au pairs typically help with babysitting and light child-related household tasks, and many also take language classes or join cultural activities during their stay.
Learn more: What is an au pair? | What does an au pair do?
Flexible and Affordable Childcare in Sydney
An au pair is a live-in caregiver who provides personalized care for your children. Hosting an au pair in Sydney gives your family flexible, affordable childcare and a cultural exchange at home. She becomes part of your family while experiencing the Australian way of life and improving her English.
As a host family, you provide full board and weekly pocket money. In return, you receive help with childcare and children-related housework. Our au pairs typically work around 25 to 35 hours per week, with a maximum of 40.
How we screen our au pairs
Every au pair is screened by our international partner agencies, who carry out:
- English proficiency tests
- Reference checks
- Medical assessments
- An introductory letter and photos, so you can get to know her before you choose
Most of our au pairs also hold a driver’s license, so they can help with school runs, homework, after-school activities, mealtimes and light housework.
Hosting an au pair in Sydney gives you reliable, dedicated childcare and introduces your children to new cultures and perspectives, adding learning and fun to your home.
