Aupair in France
You do not have to speak French to be an aupair in France, the country of romance. Wine, champagne, mouth-watering cheeses and all things indulgent; fabulous fashion, historical sites. It is the heart of Europe, from the sunny Cote D’Azure in the South the soaring Alps and the valleys of Provence in the East, Dordogne in the centre and the wild Brittany and Normandy coast in the North.
There is always a demand for aupairs and those with a qualification are highly valued. Families will give preference to applicants with the JCR childminding/aupair certificate. Obtain your aupair certificate now through the on-line JCR Aupair course. Benefit by being given priority placement.
Age group:
18 – 29 Single only. Limited positions for Males age 18 – 25. Completed year 12 and have 200 hours of experience baby sitting, care of younger family members or working with youth organisations.
English speaking aupairs are much in demand in France. It is suggested that all applicants have at least 200 words of basic French before they leave especially if they have not studied French in either high school or at tertiary level.
6 month positions are offered but 12 months is preferred. Summer aupair positions between mid June-mid September.
Visa : Holders of an EU passport are not subject to any visa conditions.
AUPAIR
- Work for 30-35 hours per week
- Light housework and childcare
- Baby sit for 2 - 3 evenings per week
- 1.5 - 2 days free per week
- Earn 80 Euro pocket money per week
- Own bedroom
Aupair applicants with in-depth experience or qualifications are in a position to negotiate a rate above the minimum of Euro 80.
Families in France provide health insurance cover. Health Cover is also available through the reciprocal EU National Health arrangement.
The aupair is responsible for their own travel arrangements and costs.
This is a controlled program so the number of hours worked and the rate of pay are as stated.
The amount paid to you is pocket money and should be accepted as that. It is suggested that should you wish to travel in Europe, you take additional money with you or a credit card.
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