Who can be an au pair?

To be eligible to be an au pair with ABC Au Pairs a candidate must meet certain criteria.
In summary, an au pair is someone who:
  • Is aged between 18 and 27
  • Is single
  • Is happy to live as part of the host family
  • Can take responsibility for looking after children
  • Is prepared to do light housework and ironing
  • Is able to at least have a simple conversation in English

An au pair may be asked to drive children to and from school. An au pair who says they are prepared to do this must...
  • Be a confident driver
  • Have a clean record
  • Bring an international driving licence (if from outside the EU)

Read more information on finding an au pair or becoming an au pair.