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Need childcare help outside standard daycare hours?
Find flexible Au Pair support for your family — for school runs, busy afternoons, shift work and changing schedules.
Registration is free. Browse Au Pair profiles before you pay.
Why families use Au Pairs
An au pair can help your family with flexible childcare, daily routines and cultural exchange — giving parents more support and children a warm international experience.
Childcare & daily routine support
- Morning routine Helping children get ready for school or daycare.
- School runs Support with drop-offs, pick-ups and activities.
- Homework support Helping with school tasks and reading.
- Bedtime routine Helping with baths, stories and getting ready for bed.
Parental support
- More flexibility support for busy or changing schedules.
- Babysitting support agreed support during evenings or special occasions.
- Assisting with errands where agreed, helping with light child-related errands.
- Less daily pressure giving parents an extra pair of hands at home
Cultural exchange
- Language exposure introducing children to another language
- Cultural traditions sharing food, customs and everyday culture
- Global awareness helping children learn about the wider world
- A warm connection many families value the bond an au pair can bring
Make busy family weeks feel more manageable with flexible au pair support!
Find au pairs who can help your family with school runs, busy afternoons, shift work and changing schedules — through an Australia and New Zealand-focused au pair platform.
When regular childcare does not fit real family life
Many families start looking for an au pair because standard childcare does not fully match their schedule.
An Au Pair may be a good option if you need help with:
- Early mornings
- School drop-offs and pick-ups
- Busy afternoons
- Shift work
- Changing work schedules
- After-school routines
- Support at home while parents are working
A clear family profile helps au pairs understand your routine and decide if your family could be a good match.
Why Premier Au Pair?
- More structured than Facebook groups
- More affordable than agencies
- More Australia and New Zealand-focused than global platforms
- Personal support with Diamond Membership
| Premier Au Pair |
International platforms |
Agency | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Personal support for families | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Manually checked au pair profiles | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| In-app chat with au pairs | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Price level | Low | Middle | Free | High |
| Convenient candidate search | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
How our platform works
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Create your free family profile
Tell au pairs about your family, children, location and schedule.
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Browse au pair profiles
Search profiles and use filters to find candidates who may fit your family.
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Find suitable candidates
Compare profiles, availability, preferences and matching information.
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Choose a membership when you are ready
You only need a membership when you want to contact au pairs through chat.
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Start chatting with candidates
Ask questions, discuss expectations and get to know each other.
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Agree on the details
Use a written agreement to confirm duties, schedule, pocket money and expectations.
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Need more personal support?
If you do not want to manage the search alone, our Diamond Membership gives you personal help with candidate shortlisting, interview coordination, ongoing support and replacement guidance.
Focussed on Australia and New Zealand
Premier Au Pair is designed for families in Australia and New Zealand who want a more focused and structured way to find an au pair.
We focus on au pairs who are relevant for Australia and New Zealand and help families search with clearer profiles, local understanding and platform support.
- Focused on au pairs from visa-relevant countries. Browse au pairs with passports that may be relevant for Working Holiday visa subclass 417/462 or student visa options.
- Australian-operated platform managed by former host families and experienced au pairs with in-depth program knowledge.
- Comprehensive understanding of local needs, cultural subtleties, and legal obligations for seamless matching.
- Australian support team speaking your language, knowing your needs and always happy to assist.
What families say about us
Real family stories can help you understand how Premier Au Pair works for different family situations — from city families to regional Australia.
We actually found a different, newer au pair site first through a search and started browsing there, but the profiles felt sparse and support was basically non-existent. A friend pointed us to Premier Au Pair — the original platform for this in Australia — and it was a completely different experience.
We had used an agency before for a previous au pair and it cost a lot more. This time we went with the Diamond package and honestly nothing was missing compared to the agency — Tijana, our personal manager, shortlisted candidates, helped with interviews, and we found a great match within a few weeks.
Being able to search by match score instead of just scrolling endlessly was genuinely useful for us. We could see quickly which au pairs actually fit our schedule and what we needed, rather than messaging candidates who were never going to be a fit.
We spoke with quite a few lovely au pairs over about a month and it turned into a genuinely difficult decision between three of them. We didn’t expect that many strong candidates specifically interested in Australia.
We had trouble with our payment not going through when we upgraded our membership, and James from technical support sorted it out over chat within minutes, no back-and-forth needed. It’s a small thing, but it made us feel like there were real people behind the platform.
Living outside a major city, we worried we’d have slim pickings, but there were plenty of well-written, genuine profiles from au pairs specifically keen on a regional Australian experience — more than we expected.
For families outside major cities
Not every family lives in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane — and not every au pair is looking only for a big-city experience. We created a special filter to help you find these candidates on our platform. Many au pairs are interested in an authentic Australian or New Zealand lifestyle. Many au pairs are open to regional placements when the family profile clearly explains the lifestyle, location and expectations.
What helps regional families attract better matches?
- Add clear photos of your family, home and au pair room.
- Explain your location and nearby activities.
- Describe transport options and distance to shops, schools or public transport.
- Be honest about your children, schedule and duties.
- Highlight what makes your family lifestyle special.
Need more personal support?
If you do not want to manage the search alone, our Diamond Membership gives you personal help with candidate shortlisting, interview coordination, ongoing support and replacement guidance.
New Au Pairs on Premier Au Pair
We take our members’ privacy seriously. Only au pairs who have consented to appear publicly are shown here. To see all au pairs, register now for free.
Create your family profile and browse all Au Pairs profiles before you pay. You can view profiles for free. A membership is only needed when you are ready to contact au pairs through chat.
Choosing someone for your home is a big decision
That is why Premier Au Pair helps families search with clearer profiles, private communication, Australia and New Zealand-focused filters and support when needed.
What we help with
- Manual profile checks
- Private in-app chat
- Fraud reporting
- Australia and New Zealand-focused visa eligibility information
- Sample agreement
- Platform support by chat
What families should still check
- References
- Childcare experience
- Driving confidence
- Availability dates
- Expectations and duties
- Personality fit during interviews
Ready to start your au pair search?
Create your family profile for free, browse au pair profiles and decide when you are ready to contact candidates. Registration is free. No payment is needed until you want to start chatting with au pairs.
Questions that can help you decide
- Do I need to pay to register?
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No. Registration is free.
- What can I do for free?
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You can register, create your family profile and browse au pair profiles for free. A membership is only needed when you want to contact au pairs through chat.
- What happens after I choose Silver, Gold or Platinum?
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You can start contacting au pairs through the platform chat, use advanced search filters and receive support by chat during your search.
- Will my membership renew automatically?
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No. Every membership is a single, one-off payment for a fixed period. Nothing renews, no recurring payment is taken, and there is nothing you need to cancel. When the period ends, your paid access simply stops and your account and profile stay with you.
- Can I get a refund?
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Yes. If you have not yet contacted an au pair, you can ask us for a full refund within 14 days of your purchase, without giving a reason. Email info@premieraupair.org from the address on your account, or use the contact form. We refund to your original payment method, normally within five business days. Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law apply in addition to this and are not affected by it.
- Is the price in Australian dollars?
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Yes. All prices are shown and charged in AUD, including GST where it applies. You are not paying in a foreign currency and there is no exchange rate surprise on your statement.
- Which membership is best for most families?
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Gold is a good option for most families starting their au pair search. Platinum is better if you want more time, live outside a major city, or prefer a longer search window.
- What is the difference between Platinum and Diamond?
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Platinum gives platform access. Diamond includes personal support, shortlisting, interview organization, ongoing support and replacement support.
- What happens after I buy the Diamond membership?
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Within 24 hours, your personal manager will contact you via the platform chat to exchange contact details and discuss the next steps.
- Are there message limits?
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No. During your active membership, you can contact au pairs through the platform chat.
Have more questions? Check our FAQ or send a message to our team.