Nest & Nurture Little Ones
In-Home Childcare Jobs Australia
One Family. Real Pay. Your Schedule.
Qualified early childhood educators across Australia. One family at a time. From $40 per hour for one child, rising with each additional child. We find the families. You do the work you trained for.
Watch First
Why Qualified Educators Are Choosing In-Home Work
You trained to care for children. Not to manage a room of eleven at the legal minimum ratio. Not to burn out on $29 per hour while the centre charges parents far more.
Nest & Nurture Little Ones connects qualified early childhood educators with families who want exactly what you were trained to provide -- one carer, their children, undivided attention.
We handle the client pipeline. You handle the care. Watch to see how the pay works.
The Direct Answer
What In-Home Childcare Jobs in Australia Actually Pay
A Cert III qualified educator in a childcare centre earns from $29.52 per hour under the Children\'s Services Award as restructured in March 2026. Through Nest & Nurture Little Ones, the same Cert III qualification earns $40 per hour for one child -- and rises by $20 per hour for every additional child in care.
We take a flat $15 per hour platform fee. The carer keeps everything else. There is no percentage cut, no hidden margin and no agency taking $30 of every hour you work. The platform fee covers client acquisition, matching, booking management and Wednesday pay. That is all it covers.
One child: $40/hr. Two children: $60/hr. Three children: $80/hr. Four children: $100/hr. The more children in the household, the more you earn -- and you keep the full $20 increase per child.
Qualifications We Accept
Every Level of Early Childhood Qualification
Cert III is the minimum. Diploma and degree-qualified educators are actively sought by families who want a higher level of professional expertise.
Certificate III
Cert III in Early Childhood Education & Care
$40–$100/hr
The minimum entry level. Covers child development, safe environments, play-based learning and age-appropriate care. The same qualification required for centre work -- but here it earns you $40/hr for one child, not $29.52.
Read the full guide →Diploma
Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care
$40–$100/hr
Advanced understanding of curriculum frameworks, leadership and complex care needs. The same earnings as Cert III on this platform -- because the work is the same. The difference is in the families who specifically seek your level of expertise.
Read the full guide →Degree
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
$40–$100/hr
Degree-qualified educators bring research-based practice, deep curriculum knowledge and the professional credibility that premium families actively look for. Your profile reflects your qualification level.
Read the full guide →What You Earn
Transparent Pay by Number of Children
You earn $20 more per additional child. You keep that full $20 increase. Our flat fee stays at $15 regardless of how many children are in care.
Children in Care
You Earn
Family Pays
1 Child
$40/hr
$55/hr
2 Children
$60/hr
$75/hr
3 Children
$80/hr
$95/hr
4 Children
$100/hr
$115/hr
Overnight newborn care: $200 flat to you per shift (9pm to 7am). Active care overage at $55/hr — you keep 100%. Paid Wednesday.
How It Works
From Application to Your First Family
01
Apply Online
Upload your qualifications, WWCC, police check and first aid certificate. Takes around 15 minutes.
02
We Verify Everything
Every document is verified before your profile goes live. Families see your compliance status on your profile.
03
Profile Goes Live
Families across Australia browse your profile by suburb, availability, age group speciality and care philosophy.
04
Interview & Match
A family requests an interview. You meet online and decide if the match is right for both of you.
05
Care & Get Paid
Clock in and out on the platform. Wednesday payout runs automatically for the prior week.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What childcare jobs are available through Nest & Nurture Little Ones?
Nest & Nurture Little Ones has in-home childcare positions for qualified early childhood educators across Australia. Minimum Cert III in Early Childhood Education and Care required. Roles include casual sessions, regular part-time and full-time dedicated carer positions.
How much do in-home childcare workers earn through Nest & Nurture Little Ones?
Carers earn $40 per hour for one child, increasing by $20 per hour for each additional child. With two children that is $60 per hour. With three children $80 per hour. Full-time care for one child is $1,520 per week. All rates are fixed and visible before you accept any booking.
What qualifications do I need for in-home childcare jobs in Australia?
You need a minimum Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, a current Working With Children Check, HLTAID012 child-specific first aid, a national police check, pertussis vaccination and a minimum of two years verified childcare experience.
Do I need to find my own families?
No. Nest & Nurture Little Ones handles all client acquisition, matching and booking management. You do not advertise or find your own clients. Families browse your profile and request interviews. You decide whether the match suits you.
Can I set my own hours and work areas?
Yes. You set the days you are available, the hours on each day and the suburbs you are willing to work in. You are only matched to families whose schedule and location fit your availability.
Why do childcare workers earn more through Nest & Nurture than in a centre?
A Cert III educator in a centre earns from $29.52 per hour under the Children's Services Award. Through Nest & Nurture Little Ones the same qualification earns $40 per hour for one child, rising with each additional child. The platform takes a flat $15 per hour. The difference goes directly to the carer.
Ready to Work In-Home Childcare Jobs That Actually Pay?
Applications take around 15 minutes. Have your qualification certificate, WWCC, police check and first aid ready.
We review every application and respond within 5 business days.