MARY POPPINS

Why become a Mary Poppins Candidate:

You are assisted by the very best - we have many years of experience in this field.

Our clients are as thoroughly screened, as our candidates and we endeavour to match you with the best possible family.

You can contact us any time during office hours to discuss a problem and be assured to receive the correct advice, legally and morally.

We provide a solid contract that does not contravene any part of the Labour Law to ensure that you are protected at all times.

Criteria to become a Mary Poppins Candidate:

LOCAL CANDIDATES:

Minimum of 21 years old. There is no maximum age however most parents prefer not to have someone who is older than them
Minimum of 2 years formal experience with contactable references
Own car and drivers license (with min of 1 year driving experience)
First Aid Certificate
Please note, that babysitting is not considered sufficient experience.
Please see our guide (link below) for more detailed information.

MIDDLE EASTERN CANDIDATES:

Between 27 - 45 years old females only
Minimum of 5 years formal experience in the au pair/nanny, governess/tutor or teaching field. Preferably a tertiary education, but continued experience very important. ALL references must be contactable by phone and email and have to provide a written reference.
Preferably unattached. Your family cannot go with you. Anyone with children under the age of 10-12 will NOT be considered for Middle Eastern positions unless you have a very good support system in place and can proof it.
Wiling to commit for a period of 2 years. (you get 1 month's leave in between)

If you are interested in the our Middle Eastern job opportunities we would like to have a talk with you first to assess whether this is the right choice for you. You can send a text message or email to us listing: your name, contact number and MIDDLE EAST in the subject line and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Please be sure that you meet all the criteria as listed above.

Registration Process:

Complete the Pre-Registration Form

Should you fit the criteria we will send you the necessary forms to complete

EMAIL your forms with scanned copies of your passport / ID and Driver's license (colour scans please), certificates / diplomas and written references. Also email a recent photo of yourself or mms a photo taken with your phone to 0832 454 1282

We will then arrange an interview with you as soon as all the registration process is completed. A R100 registration fee will be payable at the interview (for local jobs only. Different rates applies for Middle Eastern candidates).

Once all information and references have been verified we will contact you to discuss the possible jobs before sending your CV to clients

Please ensure that all documents are received before the interview and that any outstanding documents are brought with to the interview. This will speed up the process and as we may already have possible jobs lined up for you, this is very important.