Nanny vs Au Pair vs Babysitter

Rainy days don't have to mean boredom! In this blog, we share some fun, easy, and creative arts and crafts ideas to keep kids engaged indoors. From paper plate animals to homemade playdough, these low-cost activities will spark creativity, develop fine motor skills, and create lasting memories on any gloomy day!

Ending a nanny’s employment can be challenging, whether through redundancy or termination. In this blog, we’ll explain New Zealand’s legal requirements for notice periods, final pay, and redundancy compensation. Learn how to handle the process fairly and professionally.

Summer is just around the corner, we promise! Start planning for the ultimate summer holiday by reading our list of the top 10 beaches in New Zealand for families. If you think we've missed one, let us know.

Navigating leave entitlements for nannies and au pairs in New Zealand can be complex. Our guide simplifies the legal obligations, detailing annual, sick, bereavement, and parental leave. Ensure your nanny is treated fairly and compliantly, building a strong working relationship.

In this guide, we explore the essentials of hiring and managing an au pair in New Zealand, from understanding the unique role of au pairs compared to nannies, to navigating the legal landscape of employment, setting up proper payroll systems, and managing specific payroll components like board and lodgings.

Paying your nanny doesn’t have to be hard. Since 2019, Pay The Nanny has helped Kiwi families stay compliant and stress-free. Check out our top 10 tips to simplify nanny payroll in NZ - covering contracts, taxes, leave, and more.

Wondering how much to pay your nanny in 2024? This guide breaks down updated New Zealand nanny pay rates, regional averages, and employer obligations plus how Pay The Nanny can handle payroll, taxes, leave, and KiwiSaver to make life easier for busy families.

We’ve partnered with Caresies, a modern childcare marketplace connecting Kiwi families with trusted nannies and babysitters. Learn how this partnership makes it easier to find quality care and manage payroll, all in one seamless, family-friendly solution.

From annual leave to sick days and public holidays, managing your nanny’s entitlements can get confusing fast. This guide breaks down every type of leave and shows how Pay The Nanny helps you stay compliant - without the admin headaches.