Basic au pair requirements

Character

Happy, flexible and helpful

Types of Duties Involved

Caring for children

Help in carrying out light housework, eg dusting, vacuuming, ironing

Simple cooking

Driving - whilst this is not necessary, for most families it is a useful skill to have. You would need an international Driving Licence.

Helpful Hints   

Choose your family carefully as you will be living with them for a period of time and you need to be happy. This is the best way to avoid being homesick.

Bring a gift from your country to the host family's children, as this is always a good start. It does not need to be expensive.

If you decide to become an Au Pair, flexibility and respect for your family is extremely important. If you do have any problems then you should tell your host family about your worries.

Remember that being an Au Pair is not a holiday. You are being paid to help around the house and care for the children.

For country specific information on Age, Marital status, Eligible Nationals, Hours of working and free time please click here.

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