Au Pair in
Why Germany?
Living with a host family and caring for their children, you’ll get the true and authentic German experience.
Taking part in their day-to-day routine, you’ll become part of the family, sharing your culture and customs while embracing theirs. Plus, with an included 90 EUR educational allowance, it’s also a great opportunity to brush up on your German, so you are fluent by the time you head back home.
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Check List
Here is your comprehensive checklist for applying to become an Au Pair in Germany.
* Applications form
* 3 or more childcare references
* 1 or more-character references
* Medical form
* Police clearance certificate
* Passport
*Matric certificate
*A1 exam certificate for A1 level in German Language
* Driver's license (if you have one)
* Dear Host Family letter
* Photographs
* Introduction to the HF video
Rest assured, we understand that it's a lengthy list, but we are here to assist you at every step of the process
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Requirements
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Between the age of 18 – 26 years.
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Have a valid South African or Namibian passport.
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Completed Matric & certificate to prove.
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Fluent in English.
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A minimum 200-hour childcare experience.
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A driver’s license is preferable.
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No criminal record.
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Can commit to at least 6 to 12 months.
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A1 level exam certificate in German from the Goethe Institute.
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Female and Male applicants accepted.
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Be in good health, non-smoker.
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Be single, unmarried and childless.
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Benefits
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You earn EUR 280 monthly.
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You receive a monthly allowance of EUR90 towards studies.
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You will live with a host family who provides meals & a private room for you.
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All-inclusive comprehensive insurance for the entire length of your program.
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You get 4 weeks paid vacation time to TRAVEL ANYWHERE on a 12m contract.
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Free flight home IF you successfully complete your 12m contract with the same host family.
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You will have in-country support both in Germany and here in SA
Making it a success!
Being a successful au pair means immersing yourself in the world of your new family, surrounding yourself with your family’s culture, activities and way of life. For your stay to become a rewarding and successful
one, it does take some planning, preparation and consideration on both parts.