After selecting a helper, an employer must apply for a Work Permit from the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), which takes time to approve. Following approval, the helper travels to Singapore, completes necessary on-arrival processes like medical exams and orientation, and then begins employment in the employer’s household.
Need to Hire Urgently? Hire a Helper Under the Advance Placement Scheme (APS)!
What Is the Advance Placement Scheme (APS)?
The Advance Placement Scheme (APS) is an MOM-approved pilot program allowing selected employment agencies to bring migrant domestic workers (MDWs) to Singapore without pre-arranged employers. Since the MDWs are already in Singapore, employers can conduct face-to-face interviews, ensuring a better match and faster hiring. This quick deployment is crucial for families needing urgent infant or elder caregiving.
3 Benefits of the Advance Placement Scheme (APS) for Employers
1. Fast Hiring in 3-4 Working Days
With APS, helpers are already in Singapore, allowing for quick deployment within a few days. This is especially beneficial for families needing urgent home care, such as before a hospital discharge.
2.Face-to-Face Interviews
APS enables face-to-face interviews, improving communication and understanding between employers and helpers. This leads to better matching compared to video interviews, as employers can better assess the helper’s communication skills, experience, and abilities.
3.Training Conducted in Singapore
Helpers under APS receive immediate localised training upon arrival, helping them adapt to Singapore’s culture and work expectations. This early training ensures helpers are well-prepared, leading to higher success rates for both employers and helpers.
Eligibility for Hiring a Helper Under APS in Singapore
To hire a helper under APS in Singapore, you must qualify for the Concessionary Levy Scheme. Check MOM guidelines for details.
To qualify and hire a helper under the Advance Placement Scheme (APS), your household must meet the following criteria for the Concessionary MOM Levy:
1. Live with a Singaporean citizen who is:
- A young child below 16 years old.
- An elderly person aged at least 67 years.
- A person with disabilities (PWD) certified by a Singapore-registered doctor to require assistance with at least 1 activity of daily living (ADL), such as showering, feeding, dressing, or toileting.
2. If you or your spouse is a Singapore citizen, you can also enjoy levy concession if:
- Your parent, parent-in-law, grandparent, or grandparent-in-law is a Singapore permanent resident.
- They are at least 67 years old.
- They stay with you.
Remember: Levy concession for 1 helper is granted based on 1 eligible person in the household, with a cap of 2 helpers per household.
Why Choose Greatlink To Assist You On Hiring A Helper Under The Advance Placement Scheme (APS)?
Approved Agency: Greatlink is approved by MOM to bring in suitable Migrant Domestic Helpers (MDWs) for Singaporean families under APS, ensuring fast placement.
Rigorous Screening: We meticulously screen and interview both Experienced and Fresh helpers under APS, focusing on relevant experience in eldercare or infant care to meet urgent caregiving needs.
Training Support: With a Overseas Training Centre, we offer complimentary in-house training and pre-deployment tips to all helpers.
Convenient Locations: With 5 branch offices across Singapore, we’re easily accessible to help you understand your home care needs and find a suitable helper, even if APS isn’t applicable to you.
Trust Greatlink or efficient APS helper placement and comprehensive support throughout the process.
