Typically taking a gap year
Usually 17-20 years old
Little childcare experience
Better with children 4 years or older
Still be in their home country
Basic English
Pay circa £100 per week
Typically 18 – 22 years old
6 – 12 months childcare experience
Suited to children 2 years or older
English is average-good
Will have childcare reference/testimonial
Au pair already in the UK
Pay circa £150 pw
Typically 21 – 25 years old
12 months+ childcare experience
Can look after any age group
Good English
Already in the UK
Childcare references available
Pay circa £180 – 220 pw
Typically 23-35 years old
A range of childcare experience
Can look after any age group
Good English
Already in the UK
Childcare references available
Pay £220+ pw
Live out au pairs are always Tier 4 and pay is circa £12+ per hour
