Belgium
EUROPE'S HIDDEN GEM
Small in size but big in charm, Belgium is the heart of Europe — and the perfect base for your au pair journey. Between delicious waffles and world-famous chocolate, you’ll fall in love with its fairy-tale towns, grand castles, and lively festivals. Plus, with France, the Netherlands, and Germany right next door, weekend getaways couldn’t be easier.
Overview
Belgium is one of the smallest and most densely populated countries in Europe. It boasts outstanding cultural heritage and breathtaking architecture. It is the land of waffles, beer, chocolate and some of the best music festivals in the world!
Requirements:
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Be between 18 to 25 years old
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Have a valid driver’s license (Some families may accept non-driver’s)
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Childcare experience (Have at least 2 childcare references with non-related children)
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Grade 12 High School Diploma or equivalent
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Be single with no dependents
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Be in good physical and mental health
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Be a non-smoker
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Have a clear criminal record
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Be a South African citizen
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Be willing to commit for a one year program
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Life as an Au Pair in Belgium
As an Au Pair in Belgium, you will be living with a host family and be like a big sister to the children. You will receive a monthly stipend in exchange for providing childcare services to the host family for up to 20 hours per week. You also get to learn Dutch, French or German as your host family will contribute towards a language course. You will have at least one full weekend off per month and will be entitled to 2 weeks off during your program year. You will have time to travel and explore all the amazing tourist sites that Belgium has to offer!
Responsibilities of an Au Pair
in Belgium
- Taking the children to school and other activities - Helping the children with homework - Preparing meals for the children - Helping the children to get ready for the day - Assist with household chores like preparing dinner, doing laundry, ironing, vacuuming, making beds, keeping the kitchen clean, loading and unloading the dishwasher etc. - All childcare related duties like doing the children’s laundry, keeping the children’s rooms and play areas tidy etc. - Assist with caring for animals
Benefits
- Assistance with your application - Assistance with your visa process - The host family pays your work permit - FREE flights (If you complete your full program year) - Basic Medical Insurance - Support from Explore Abroad as well as our Belgian partner throughout the course of the year - Your pocket money will be 450 Euro per month - A contribution towards a language course - Two weeks off during your program year (You will still receive payment for your 2 off weeks) - A furnished bedroom and meals with the family for your program year - With your Au Pair visa you will be able to visit other countries in the Schengen area
