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| What information do I need to send to become an Aupair? : | | | | 1. | You should enclose two passport-sized photographs. with your Registration form and also 2-3 photographs where you can be seen with your family, friends and if possible, looking after children. | | 2. | You must also write a letter in English addressed to your family here in Dublin saying why you want to Aupair in Ireland, your experience in minding children, your hobbies and interests and give a general idea of your personality. | | 3. | You should obtain a Health Certificate stating that you are in good health. A Police clearance certificate, copy of drivers licence (if applicable) and copies of any of your University or relevant certs. | | 4. | Include one letter of reference from a non-relative in your community, preferably in English although this is not essential. | | 5. | You should also include a Bank Draft made payable to The Aupair Study Centre for €500 (200 euros registration and 300 euros for the first 3 months classes). |
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 Click here for an application form and information pack. |
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| Once we have received your Registration form, we will locate a suitable family for you and contact you with all the information about your family, their name, address and telephone number. You should then phone the family with your flight number and date of arrival in Dublin. Once you arrive in Dublin, you come to the Centre with your new family and fill out an Agreement form, do an English Language Assessment Test and are placed in a group at the right level. All that is left to be said is - we look forward to hearing from you. |
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How will I decide if the Host Family fits?
APSC carefully screens host families before accepting them into the program. We make sure the families are willing to accept an au pair into their home as an extended family member, and are able to provide the au pair a private bedroom. When a family feels that an au pair might be right for their home, the family calls the au pair for a telephone interview. During the telephone call, au pairs and host families can talk freely and ask questions. This is a very important conversation. You must ask all the questions before you arrive. It is vital that you know exactly what you can expect from the family and what the family can expect from you. |
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| Why APSC? | | | Classes:
We are one of the few programmes in Ireland that provide English classes as part of our Aupair programme. The classes are affordable and of a high standard. | | | Support:
The agency is here to ensure that every aupair gains the most from their experience. Our staff are available to offer any support or advice on all of the different aspects to being an aupair. | | | Social programme
APSC has a social co-ordinator who organises many cultural activities. These range from evenings watching Irish dancing to full day excursions outside Dublin. | | | Providing networks.
Sometimes it’s difficult to leave your home and come to a new country and APSC understands that! Part of your experience is to meet new and interesting people. When you arrive you will have a list of all the aupairs that are near you. You will also have the chance to meet new people on the social programme and during classes. It will be difficult to get homesick when you are making so many new friends and seeing so many new things! |
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| What you need to be an Au Pair: |
| 1. | Have a genuine love of children and previous child experience | | 2. | Be between the ages of 18 and 30 | | 3. | Have a good grasp of the English language | | 4. | Have no criminal record | | 5. | Be in good health | | 6. | Be positive, independent and able to adapt easily |
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| Having a valid drivers licence, first aid certificate (or related childcare qualifications) or if you can commit to 12 months can also help! |
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Responsibilities as an Au Pair:
The Au Pair is to be of assistance to the Host Family and in every way try to fulfill the duties expected. |
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Au Pairs must agree to the terms and conditions on the Agreement Form. |
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What if I get homesick?
It is only natural to feel homesick at the beginning of your stay in Europe, but for those with enough maturity, this passes quickly. Don’t forget that we have a social program to help you meet lots of new people and your classes will also mean that you have lots of new people to meet! If you have serious doubts about being able to live away from home and friends for an extended period of time, wait until you are more comfortable with the idea. |
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When should I apply?
You may start the program any time you wish. The best time is the academic year, September through June. We do, however, have families waiting year round. |
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How to apply: Steps to becoming an Au Pair |
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We can be contacted during office hours: Monday - Thursday
09:30 – 13:00 or 18:00 – 20:00.
Please call for an appointment: 00 353 1 2844675
Email: info@aupairstudy.com |
