North West
Au pairs in North West.
Rustenburg and Potchefstroom are the two centres where au pairs are common, one built on mining families and the other on a university town.
For families
Potchefstroom families draw on a large student population; Rustenburg families often need cover for shift-based mining schedules.
Find an au pairFor au pairs
North-West University's Potchefstroom campus is one of the best places in the country to find au pair work as a student.
Find a familyAreas in North West
Rustenburg
Platinum-belt families with shift-based schedules.
Live-out R55 to R95 an hour
Potchefstroom
A university town where au pairs are everywhere.
Live-out R50 to R90 an hour
Questions about au pairs in North West
How much do au pairs earn in North West?
Across North West, live-out au pairs typically earn R50 to R95 an hour depending on the area, driving and experience. Each area page below has its own ranges for live-out and live-in arrangements.
Which areas of North West have the most au pairs?
Rustenburg, Potchefstroom. North-West University's Potchefstroom campus is one of the best places in the country to find au pair work as a student.
What do families in North West usually need?
Potchefstroom families draw on a large student population; Rustenburg families often need cover for shift-based mining schedules.
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