Guidelines to hosting an Au Pair

What are the recommended hours and pocket money?

Pocket Money : Minimum £70 a week - £80 in London.

Total Hours : 25 hours / week + 2 evenings babysitting Mon-Fri. (the odd Sat evening is accepted).
Childcare Hours : Up to 5 hours a day Mon-Fri.
Housework : Max 10 hours a week. An Au Pair must not be the only one doing housework.

Days off/Holiday :
Saturday & Sunday (The odd Sat evening babysitting is accepted).
2 week's paid holiday every 6 months is still accepted but the national recommendation is now 4 week's paid holiday pro rata.


Benefits  - These benefits are all optional and not expected by the Au Pairs.

• An end of placement bonus can encourage an Au Pair to complete their placement.
• Use of a car.
  
• Pay as you go mobile phone.
  
• Help with cost of language lessons etc.
  
• Return flight home at Christmas or at the end of the placement.