Description

* Au Pair

An Au Pair is expected to work 4-5 hours a day (30 hours weekly) taking care of the child/children. They are allowed to attend Italian school each day as they will have most of the day free, you are required very little childcare experience for this job, as it mainly involves teaching English to the children. The minimum weekly wage for this is 75 Euro, half day Saturday and Sunday free usually or any other full day and a half. Two weeks paid holiday given for every 6 month's stay. Au-pairs are asked to stay for a period of at least 6/12 months. Return flight paid after a 12 month stay.

* Mothers Help

A Mothers Help is expected to work 8-9 hours a day (48-50 hours weekly), one has to have more childcare experience for this job. One day and a half off a week, usually at weekends. Minimum wages of 130 Euro, return flight paid at the end of a 12 month contract, also 4 weeks holiday pay during the year. It is usually asked of the girl to make a contract of work for at least 12 months.

* A Nanny

A nanny must be either qualified or have a 1 year minimum working experience with children, ideally working as a live in nanny with a family or in another appropriate children's environment, e.g. play school, pediatric hospital. A nanny can often be left alone with newborns or older children for certain periods of time without the parents. They have full responsibility and care for the children. They can often work longer hours with rewarding wages and free time. Free time has to be decided between the family and the Nanny. A nanny is asked to stay for at least 1 year or more. 4 weeks holiday pay is given, return flight paid at the end of her year contract. Minimum weekly wages of 250-300 Euro.

Highlights

Interesting travel with our families and the opportunity to experience continental Europe, the culture and of course the great food! One and a half to two full days free per week, two weeks paid holiday for every 6 months stay which are usually taken by the girl if she wants to return home at Christmas or whenever is suitable to you and the family. The family will pay for your flight back home after a 1 year stay. The placements can either be for the summer 1 to 3 months or long periods of 6 or 12 months.

An extensive information package will be supplied to candidates covering all aspects of applying for jobs and how we can assist you in making your dream to work abroad the best experience possible.

Please be aware that candidates must have an EU passport or be able to qualify for the Working Holiday Visa (Australian, New Zealand, and Canadians only).

Take advantage of your time in Italy and visit this beautiful country, in which 66% of the world's historic patrimony is concentrated.

Qualifications

To work as a basic au pair, you are required very little childcare experience for this job, as it mainly involves teaching English to the children through playing activities. We are looking for candidates who have good childcare experience (ie childcare workers, childcare qualifications) to work as nannies and private tutors (TEFL and university education).

To apply as an Au Pair, Mother's Help, or Nanny, we would need from you:
1. One passport size photo.
2. A Dear Family letter including any other details you may consider relevant for your proposed family, this has to be hand written.
3. Two character references from your recent employer (one of childcare) or school principal including tel nos and email addresses
4. Application form enclosed to be completed. Full description of previous employment required, Curriculum Vitae preferable.
5. Recent medical certificate from your family doctor stating that you are fit to travel and work as an Au Pair/ Mother's Help/ Nanny/ English Teacher.

Au-Pairing can be a rich and rewarding experience and the ideal way to learn another language, to encounter a new cultural/economic background. But remember you go there primarily because you are needed, so make sure your first thoughts go towards proving your capabilities and professional skills in relation to your job. Bear in mind that the way of life will be totally new to you and therefore, it will take you some days to adapt to new routines, the general geography of your new home and area and the daily timetable of your new family's mealtimes etc.

1. Ideally you must be at least 18 years old and in good mental/physical health. We would expect you to be honest, reliable and of good moral character. Your personality should be adaptable, open to new experiences and willing to adjust to a different way of life.

2. You will not be treated as a domestic servant, your principal duties will be caring for the children and all aspects of childcare that involves, bathing, dressing, mealtimes, care for their well-being and safety when out-doors, daily routine for their bedroom and ironing their clothes, playing, teaching them English. You are also expected to help with light chores (filling /emptying the dishwasher, setting the table if eating with the family) mainly giving the family a hand when needed. Please keep your own room always in order, as expected. Babysitting in the evenings may be requested by your family which can be up to 3 evenings this is a part of your job and you will not be paid for this unless you are doing more than 3 evenings babysitting, but you will have at least three evenings free to yourself. One and a half full days free per week, two weeks paid holiday for every 6 months stay which are usually taken by the girl if she wants to return home at Christmas or whenever is suitable to you and the family. The family will pay for your flight back home after a 1 year stay. The placements can either be for the summer 1 to 3 months or long periods of 6 or 12 months.

3. The terms and conditions, such as weekly allowance, free leisure time, language classes available, daily duties and chores will be agreed to by both parties before the contract is signed between the agency and the family.

4. You will be expected to behave in a responsible/reliable way in your new home. You will be living as a member of the family and should therefore treat your new family with the same respect as your parents at home. You will be expected to return at night at a reasonable hour, nor invite friends to your room without permission, nor use the telephone to call home without reversing the charge or seeking direct permission from your host family. You will have your own bedroom and will receive your wages weekly, monthly or every 15 days. You will receive all your meals and have facilities for washing your clothes.

Job Types

• Au Pair

Salary/Pay

80-300 Euro per week live in including free private room and board.

Experience Required

yes

High school diploma and third level would be ideal, Experience with children requested.

This Program is open to

American, Australian, Canadian, European and Kiwi Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Disciplinary Clearance Form
• Essay
• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone/Video Interview
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Resume
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

asap

Celtic Childcare Au-pairing Agency's Mission Statement

Celtic Childcare is a fully licensed agency based in Turin, northern Italy, it was established in 1997 as an Au pair Agency in response to an increasing interest on the part of Italian and Irish families seeking Au pairs to meet their childcare needs. Over these years Celtic Childcare has acquired great experience in placing Au pairs all over the world. Celtic Childcare offers excellent solutions to families and employees. We provide full assistance to all Au pairs during their placement. Celtic childcare is a member of IAPA, International Au Pair Association: a label of the quality for the Au pair agency. IAPA's main goal is to protect the rights of all Au pairs and host families. This confirms our commitment to giving the best possible service to Au-pairs and family clients. Celtic Childcare has been one of Italy's leading English mother tongue childcare agency specializing in EMT nannies, Au-pairs, mothers help, tutors and teachers. We provide full assistance to all Au pairs during their placement. Celtic childcare is a reliable and trustworthy agency with over 13 years of experience.

Year Founded

1997