A blog by Annemarie – Founder of the Australian Nanny Association The Working With Children Check (WWCC) is an Australian background check requirement, assessing the criminal record of those working or volunteering in child-related work. The check is known as the WWCC (or WWC) in most states and territories. The equivalent check in Queensland is known as…
Tips on how to apply for nanny positions, by Annemarie – Founder of the Australian Nanny Association Do I need a cover letter? A cover letter is not required unless specified, but it does often help to give a brief introduction, explain why you are interested in the position, and give an overview of your…
A blog by Annemarie – Founder of the Australian Nanny Association At the Australian Nanny Association, we’ve noticed a change in the market over the past year. The growth we’ve seen has been exciting, but it brings its challenges to people wanting to begin work as a nanny and to families looking for a nanny’s…
The National Employment Standards (NES) are 10 minimum employment entitlements that have to be provided to all employees. The national minimum wage and the NES make up the minimum entitlements for employees in Australia. An award, employment contract, enterprise agreement or other registered agreement can’t provide for conditions that are less than the national minimum…
Nanny Appreciation Week in November each year is a special week for nannies we are celebrating Nannies working in Australia and saying thank you. #nannyappreciationweek
What’s the difference and what can you claim? Sometimes you might be forgiven for thinking that child care legislation, benefits and rebates have been made as utterly complicated as possible just so we all give up and don’t bother claiming anything at all. There are so many different options, restrictions and different types of care,…