Information

For Families only

What can be expected from the family?

• A private room of their own.
• Food for every meal time (even if the family are not eating).
• Extra pocket money for extra baby-sitting duties that might be required.
• A Bible.
• A bed and a warm supply of bedding.
• Units for storage of personal items.
• Alarm clock to wake in the morning.
• Mirror and Sidelight.
• A welcoming letter from the family.
• Waste paper bin.
• Personal towel and face cloth / a bar of soap.
• A file with weekly plan of daily duties / menus and useful household tips. e.g. Where to find cleaning agents and cloths etc
• Maps of the local area and nearest city or town.
• Train and bus times and local stopping places.
• Local spots of interest to visit.
• Local church venues and meeting time.
• Hairdryer.

Child-care Arrangements
An au pair should not be allowed to take sole charge of a child under two years of age  for long periodsunless supporting an adult in the home. Please realise that most au pairs come with only limited training and experience in handling small children. The family will need to take full responsibility for situations where an au pair is left in sole charge of children. Au pairs are prepared to help with light house-work and child-care. If you need extra help consider an Au Pair Plus or Mother’s Helper.

Legislation
Au pairs from Europe need no insurance, visas or work permits but a letter of invitation from the family is helpful.

Many Eastern European countries (for example Bulgaria and Romania) will require permits to work in Great Britain. Ask us for advice. Only au pairs from the EEC may take other employment outside the family.

Health Care
There are full reciprocal health arrangements for European au pairs. It is not necessary to have a medical insurance. However, dental treatment will need to be paid for if necessary. Please note that any au pair will need to register with a local doctor on arrival. Some doctors   require a small amount of money on registration.