This page is designed for young Canadians willing to participate in an Au Pair program abroad.
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Au Pair in UK and Ireland


Who is eligible
What the job is about
How to apply


 Who is eligible?

n order to meet the program requirements for South Africa, you need to:
  • Be between 18 and 30 years old
  • Speak English
  • Be in good health
  • Have experience in looking after children
  • Have at least a high school certificate
  • Have no criminal background

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What is the job about ?

Duties and Responsibilities of an Au Pair:

  • Babysit
  • Help with general housework
  • Help with childcare
Family's Responsibilities:
  • Provide accommodation and meals within the home for the Au Pair
  • Make available the Au Pair's agreed free time and days off
  • Pay the Au Pair's agreed pocket money

Duration of assignment:

3, 6 or 12 months

Time off:

The Au Pair has the right to get one whole day off a week, which will be chosen in accordance to the family need. Other holiday periods will be decided with the host family

Pocket Money:

In addition to accommodation and meals, the Au Pair will receive pocket money that is negotiable; between US$50-70 per week

Commitment deposit: There is a commitment deposit of CAD400 (it includes the processing and screening fees; CAD100 refundable)

Au Pair's Expenses:

The Au Pair is responsible for her/his own toiletries and entertainment

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How to apply ?

The Application Process:

  • Read the terms and conditions of the program
  • Fill out the Application Form
  • Attach a "Dear Family" letter both handwritten and typed
  • Attach non-related 2 Childcare and 1 Character References
  • Contact us by mail, phone or e-mail to schedule an appointment for an interview

What Happens Next

After the interview the application will be reviewed in our office, references checked, and then the Au Pair's complete file is sent to our partner agency in South Africa
The Au Pair will make own travel arrangements and will pay all the travel expenses to and from Canada
The earlier the Au Pair applies the better chances are of placement

Orientation:

One of our representatives will conduct a thorough orientation with the Au Pair while still in Canada
Our partner agency in South Africa will provide orientation to the Au Pair upon arrival and take care of the Au Pair for the duration of her/his stay there

Visa:

The Au Pair needs to apply for a visa and pay a visa fee at the Embassy of South Africa

Medical Insurance:

The Au Pair should have own private insurance

Travel:

The Au Pair normally has to organize and pay for her travel expenses to and from South Africa

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This chapter is designed to give you an idea about the program and familiarize you with the costs. It does not intent to be a real chart. The airfare, insurance and visa costs may vary from time to time and from agency to agency.

For special requirements please contact us at: aupair@aupair.ca
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