Being a nanny is a professional career, so the process should be formalized with an employment contract and a job description that includes a list of what the nanny is expected to do, transportation arrangements, a weekly household schedule, and a pay scale. In addition, certain legal requirements must be met involving pay rates, superannuation, leave, and taxation. The rate of pay should depend upon experience, whether the nanny is an employer or independent contractor, and hours. Australians should become familiar with Early Childhood Australia’s code of ethics, the Australian Taxation Office, and the Australian Government’s In-Home Care program.
