How do I update my availability?

Keeping your availability up to date is one of the most important things you can do to get more bookings.

How to update your availability:

1. Log in to app.thevillageco.nz
2. Go to your profile
3. Find Work Status and Availability
4. Update your available days and times
5. Save

Work status:

• Set to Available when you are actively looking for bookings
• Set to Unavailable when you need a break — this pauses your profile without deactivating it

Availability schedule:

• You can set recurring availability (eg every Friday evening, every Saturday)
• You can also add specific dates if your availability changes week to week

Tips:

• Update your availability at least every 2 weeks
• Make sure evenings and weekends are included — most families need care at these times
• If you are going on holiday or cannot take bookings, switch to Unavailable so families are not matched with you during that period