Au pair in Europe
What is an Au Pair in Belgium?
An Au Pair in Belgium is a young single person between the ages of 18-25, who lives with a family in Belgium for a period of 12 months. The Au Pair helps with general housework and childcare in exchange for room, board and pocket money (stipend).
The Au Pair program is one of cultural/educational exchange. The Au Pair is given the opportunity to experience the culture of the country that he/she is in. In return, the Au Pair will be asked to perform general household duties (washing and tidying up, laundry, ironing, cooking etc.) and to take care of the host children for a maximum of 20 hours per week. The Au Pair is not an employee but a member of the family and will be treated as such.
About Belgium
There is just something special and alluring about Belgium. Maybe it is the friendly and welcoming people who can easily converse in English, even though it is their 4th unofficial language. Maybe it is the stunning architecture, decorating the quaint cobblestone squares or perhaps it is the incredible cuisine found in the vast array of restaurants where each meal seems better than the last.
Energetic and carefree, the overall mood in Belgium is infectious, summoning in all of us to live as Belgians and enjoy life to the fullest. Indulging in authentic Belgian chocolate and yummy waffles is a sure treat.
Do you qualify?
- You must be between the ages of 18-25 years old.
- Driver’s license is preferred but not mandatory.
- Valid National senior certificate.
- Have good childcare or babysitting experience.
- Having a genuine love and interest in working with children.
- Be able to ride a bike and/or drive.
- Fluent in English and a good knowledge of Afrikaans.
- Be in good health (only non-smokers are accepted).
- Not married and no children of your own.
- No criminal record.
- Willingness to explore and experience a different country and culture.
What is included in the program:
- Screened host family.
- House o Orange AU Pairs to answer all your questions before and during your stay.
- Membership of the Orange Au Pair Club.
- Room and board.
- Pocket money of €450.
- Medical Insurance cover for 12 months.
- Flight ticket.
Program fee:
- Registration fee - R1500 (to be paid after your interview - R500 discount for returning HoO Au Pairs).
- First Fee - R3000 (payable upon acceptance into the program).
- Second Fee - R3000 (payable when placed with family).
Au Pair Training
We offer an exclusive 2 day pre-departure au pair training course. The training will help you become a great au pair and prepare you for what to expect when you go overseas. It will also assist you in how to live with a host family and how to communicate with them.
The course is split into two days; one day for First Aid training and one day for Au pair training. When you complete the course successfully, you will receive a certificate which means you will officially qualify for the au pair star program in Belgium.
Application process:
- Contact HOO RSA to receive the necessary information and documents.
- Once your application form has been approved, schedule your interview with HOO.
- Send all documentation required to build your profile, prior to your interview date.
- Apply for all other official required documents such as your passport, police clearance, UBC etc.
- Complete Au Pair pre-departure training (this can be done prior or after your confirmed matched, depending on training availability).
- Match with a host family.
- Visa application & collection.
- Get ready for departure.
- Travel to Belgium!
What is an Au Pair in Germany?
An Au Pair in Germany is a young single person between the ages of 18-26, who lives with a family in Germany for a period of 6-12 months. The Au pair helps with general housework and childcare in exchange for room, board and pocket money (stipend).
The Au Pair program is one of cultural/educational exchange. The Au Pair is given the opportunity to experience the culture of the country that he/she is in. In return, the Au Pair will be asked to perform general household duties (washing and tidying up, laundry, ironing, cooking etc.) and to take care of the host children for a maximum of 30 hours per week. The Au Pair is not an employee but a member of the family and will be treated as such.
About Germany
Do you qualify?
- You must be between the ages of 18-26 years old.
- Driver’s license is preferred but not mandatory.
- Valid National senior certificate.
- Have good childcare or babysitting experience.
- Have a genuine love and interest in working with children.
- Have a valid A1 level German language certificate prior to applying.
- Fluent in English and a good knowledge of Afrikaans.
- Be in good health (only non-smokers are accepted.)
- Not married and no children of your own.
- No criminal record.
- Willingness to explore and experience a different country and culture.
What is included in the program:
- Screened host family.
- House-o-Orange Au pairs to answer all your questions before and during your stay.
- Membership of the Orange Au Pair Club.
- Room and board.
- Monthly pocket money of €280.
- Participate in a German language course during free time and attend cultural or religious events. Host families pays the
- amount of €50 towards a language course per month.
- Medical Insurance cover for 12 months.
- Flight ticket.
Program fee:
- R500 registration fee (payable before the interview. 50% discount for returning HoO Au Pairs.)
- R3500 acceptance fee (payable before your interview upon acceptance.)
- R3500 placement fee (payable when placed with a host family.)
- €75 visa cost (payable at visa appointment.)
- The host family will pay for your flight, insurance & language course.
Application process
- Contact HOO RSA to receive the necessary information and documents.
- Once your application form has been approved, schedule your interview with HOO.
- Send all documentation required to build your profile, prior to your interview date.
- Apply for all other official required documents such as your passport, police clearance, UBC etc.
- Complete Au pair pre-departure training (this can be done prior or after your confirmed matched, depending on training availability).
- Match with a host family.
- Visa appointment & collection.
- Get ready for departure.
- Travel to Germany!
What is an Au Pair in France?
An Au Pair in France is a young single person between the ages of 18-27 (files up until the age of 30 will be reviewed on case-to-case basis), who lives with a family in France for a period of 6-12 months. The Au pair helps with general housework and childcare in exchange for room, board and pocket money (stipend.)
The Au Pair program is one of cultural/educational exchange. The Au Pair is given the opportunity to experience the culture of the country that he/she is in. In return, the Au Pair will be asked to perform general household duties (washing and tidying up, laundry, ironing, cooking etc.) and to take care of the host children for 25 hours per week. The Au Pair is not an employee but a member of the family and will be treated as such.
About France
There are many different events that outline the history of the country which most visitors find very enjoyable. Along with these things, France is enjoyed and well-known for its delicious cuisines, beautiful gothic architecture and its tasty, fragrant wines.
Do you qualify?
- You must be between the ages of 18-27 years old, however files up until the age of 31 will be reviewed on case-to-case basis.
- Have good childcare or babysitting experience.
- Have a genuine love and interest in working with children.
- Interest in learning the French language. French language certificate is a plus!
- Valid National senior certificate.
- Fluent in English and a good knowledge of Afrikaans.
- Be in good health (only non-smokers are accepted.)
- Not married and no children of your own.
- No criminal record.
- Willingness to explore and experience a different country and culture.
What is included in the program:
- Screened host family.
- House-o-Orange Au pairs to answer all your questions before and during your stay.
- Membership of the Orange Au Pair Club.
- Room and board.
- Weekly pocked money of €80, native English speaking Au pairs will receive €100 per week.
- A car or a transportation card paid by your host family to travel to your language school.
- A meeting with other Au Pairs to welcome you as well as other Au pair events during the year.
- A local coordinator at your disposal during your entire stay.
- A Welcome package once you have arrived.
- Medical Insurance cover for 12 months.
Program fee:
- R500 registration fee (payable before the interview. 50% discount for returning HoO Au pairs.)
- R3000 acceptance fee (payable before your interview upon acceptance.)
- R3000 placement fee (payable when placed with a host family.)
- €99 visa cost (payable at visa appointment.)
- Travel costs to France and back to home country. If travelling from SA, full flight will need to be purchased. If travelling from within EU, bus/train ticket can be purchased.
Application process:
- Contact HOO RSA to receive the necessary information and documents.
- Once your application form has been approved, schedule your interview with HOO.
- Send all documentation required to build your profile, prior to your interview date.
- Apply for all other official required documents such as your passport, police clearance, UBC etc.
- Complete Au pair pre-departure training (this can be done prior or after your confirmed matched, depending on training availability).
- Match with a host family.
- Visa appointment & collection.
- Get ready for departure.
- Travel to France!
What is an Au Pair in the UK?
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An Au Pair in the UK is a young single person who holds a British passport, between the ages of 18-27 and who lives with a family in the UK for a period of 12 months. The Au pair helps with general housework and childcare in exchange for room, board and pocket money (stipend).
The Au Pair program is one of cultural/educational exchange. The Au Pair is given the opportunity to experience the culture of the country that he/she is in. In return, the Au Pair will be asked to perform general household duties (washing and tidying up, laundry, ironing, cooking etc.) and to take care of the host children for 25-30 hours per week. The Au Pair is not an employee but a member of the family and will be treated as such.
About the United Kingdom
Do you qualify?
- You must be between the ages of 18-27 years old.
- Have a British passport.
- Driver’s license is preferred but not mandatory.
- Valid National senior certificate.
- Have good childcare or babysitting experience.
- Have a genuine love and interest in working with children.
- Fluent in English and a good knowledge of Afrikaans.
- Be in good health (only non-smokers are accepted.)
- Not married and no children of your own.
- No criminal record.
- Willingness to explore and experience a different country and culture.
What is included in the program:
- Screened host family.
- House-o-Orange Au pairs to answer all your questions before and during your stay.
- Membership of the Orange Au Pair Club.
- Room and board.
- Weekly pocked money of minimum 70 GBP.
- Au pair welcome handbook.
- Medical Insurance cover for 12 months.
Program fee:
- R1000 registration fee (payable before the interview. 50% discount for returning HoO Au pairs.)
- R1500 acceptance fee (payable before your interview upon acceptance.)
- R2500 placement fee (payable when placed with a host family.)
- Travel costs to the UK and back to home country.
- Basic travel insurance.
Application process:
- Contact HOO RSA to receive the necessary information and documents.
- Once your application form has been approved, schedule your interview with HOO.
- Send all documentation required to build your profile, prior to your interview date.
- Apply for all other official required documents such as your police clearance, UBC etc.
- Complete Au pair pre-departure training (this can be done prior or after your confirmed matched, depending on training availability).
- Match with a host family.
- Get ready for departure.
- Travel to the UK!
Experience of an Au Pair in Europe
Our office hours are:
Mon - Thu : 08.30-17.00
Friday only : 08.30-16.00
Elandi Lochner – Senior Manager
manager@house-o-orange.co.za
021 553 3638
Stephanie Oosthuizen – Program Manager
info@house-o-orange.co.za
021 553 3638
