Assistant wanted for Australian dad-to-be on Grünerløkka

I’m an Australian lawyer in my early 30s living on Grünerløkka with my wife, and we’re expecting our first child in February 2026. I have a spinal cord injury and use user-controlled personal assistance (BPA) to live an active and independent life.

I’m seeking a BPA to help me fulfil my share of day-to-day baby care and household tasks with our newborn. The focus is practical, hands-on support that enables me to be an active and present parent.

I’m looking for a reliable, warm and practical assistant who can work alongside me in caring for our baby, helping with everyday routines at home, and occasionally supporting us during travel.

Work hours and tasks

I’m looking for one or more assistants for part- or full-time positions, with a minimum of 20–30 hours per week and 2–3 passive overnight shifts.
Start date: January 2026, to allow for training and getting to know each other before the baby arrives.

Examples of what you’ll help me with:
• Safe handling/carrying, settling, burping, diaper changes and bathing support
• Preparing bottles and sterilising equipment; supporting feeding routines
• Night-time assistance during sleepover shifts (passive overnight, respond if needed)
• Pram walks and short outings around Grünerløkka
• Setting up baby stations (changing area, clothes, supplies) so I can manage tasks independently
• Lifting/positioning support where needed; helping me move with the baby safely
• Light household tasks linked to baby care (laundry, tidying baby items, quick meal prep)
• Accompanying and assisting whilst travelling with the baby (packing baby gear, airport/train support, on-the-go routines)

Overnight shifts:
These are passive night shifts where you can sleep and only assist if needed.

About you

• Warm, calm, practical and trustworthy
• Experienced with babies (nanny/au pair/childcare worker/similar) or you’ve raised your own children
• Comfortable following instructions and working around a physical disability
• Good English
• Ideally based near Grünerløkka/central Oslo
• (Nice to have) Infant first aid and/or willingness to refresh it

What I offer

• A meaningful and rewarding job where you help make active parenting possible
• Thorough training and guidance from both me and my BPA provider
• Supportive working conditions and good communication
• Flexible shifts with the possibility of both regular and on-call hours
• Pay and employment terms in line with the BPA framework and collective agreements

How to apply

Please send a short application or CV describing:
• Your experience caring for babies or young children
• Any relevant certifications (for example, infant first aid)
• Your availability from January 2026, including overnight capacity
• Where you live (proximity to Grünerløkka)
• Why you’re motivated for this role

PS: Applications are accepted in both English and Norwegian.

 

Medvind Assistanse AS er et norskeid selskap som leverer likestillingsverktøyet BPA for mennesker med funksjonsvariasjon. For funksjonsvarierte skal BPA bidra til å til å gi mulighet til å leve et aktivt og selvstendig liv med fokus på selvrealisering og samfunnsdeltakelse. BPA handler like mye om friheten til å kunne velge hvilket liv man vil leve, og hvem man vil være. Med BPA skal man i størst mulig grad kunne ivareta plikter, interesser, behov og ønsker som alle andre samfunnsborgere. Medvind Assistanse AS ble stiftet i 2020 og har lokale kontorer i store deler av landet.