Nanny or child carer, Kaitiaki tamariki ā-kāinga
Also known as
- Early childhood educator, home educator, au pair, after school carer, nanny, child carer, babysitter
Nannies and child carers provide care and supervision for infants, toddlers and children in private homes. They may organise activities for children and provide support and advice to parents.
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$24 to $33
Most common
$44
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Nannies/child carers
- usually work part time or casually
- usually work in family homes, and travel locally
- need to be reliable, responsible and work well under pressure
Tasks
- monitor environment to ensure safety
- teach health or hygiene practices
- prepare foods or meals
- administer first aid
- teach daily living skills or behaviours
- monitor health or behaviour of people or animals
- drive vehicles to transport patrons
- administer basic health care or medical treatments
- develop daily schedules for children or families
- discuss child development and behaviour with parents or guardians
Social
Creative
Enterprising
Interests that fit this job
Interest quiz,
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Do the quizYou usually learn on the job to become a nanny or child carer and experience or a qualification may be useful.
You need
- experience working with children
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 3)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4)
- a New Zealand Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 5)
- a driver licence
- to complete a First Aid course
- to pass a police check
If you’re in school
You usually don't need specific NCEA levels for this job, but Level 2 may be useful.
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