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Au Pair in Spain
Become an Au Pair in Spain!
Being an au pair in Spain is an incredible opportunity to experience cultural immersion while living with a host family. Whether you choose to be an au pair in Barcelona and explore its vibrant architecture and Mediterranean lifestyle, or prefer to work as an au pair in Madrid, Spain, enjoying its bustling city life and rich history, the experience is unforgettable. Various au pair programs in Spain offer flexibility and support, making it easy to start your journey. Being an au pair in Spain allows you to develop your language skills, connect with locals, and gain valuable international experience.
Share your language skills in English, French, or German while helping with childcare and creating unforgettable memories in one of the world’s most enchanting destinations
Meet Jordan from the UK
Au pair in Spain requirements
- Open to males or females aged 18 – 30 years old
- Have childcare experience and that you like children
- Able to communicate in Spanish or English
We welcome participants from:
EU (Schengen area), UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, USA, and South Africa.
Starting Dates
You can participate in the program throughout the year.
The exact date of your arrival in Spain will be agreed and confirmed by your host family.
Your start date will depend on availability, your skills, childcare experience and additional requirements such as driving skills, if applicable
Length of Stays
AU PAIR IN SPAIN IN SUMMER
June, July and August.
You may choose to stay 1, 2 or all 3 of these months.
The minimum stay during the school term is 3 to 6 months, but most host families prefer participants who can commit to longer stays of 9 to 12 months.
Become an Au Pair in Spain
Becoming an Au Pair in Spain is not just a job—it’s a life-changing opportunity to immerse yourself in a new culture while making meaningful connections. This program allows you to learn or perfect your Spanish in an authentic setting, all while helping your host family improve or learn your native language.
Living with a Spanish family means experiencing daily life, traditions, and customs from the inside, giving you a deep appreciation for Spanish culture. You’ll form lasting friendships, enjoy delicious cuisine, and create unforgettable memories as you explore one of Europe’s most vibrant countries.
Whether you’re an au pair from Spain or arriving to pursue au pair work in Spain, this program provides a unique chance to grow personally while discovering all that Spain has to offer!
- Duties
- Time Off
- Work Schedule
- Weekly Allowance
Au Pair in Spain Duties
- Babysitting: Once or twice a week (never two nights in a row).
- Childcare duties, including preparing meals for the children, taking care of their clothes, and driving/taking them to school or other appointments.
- In most cases, assisting the children with their English, French, or German language skills.
- Keeping your room clean and tidy.
- Respecting the family’s rules and routines
- You will never be asked to do heavy household chores as 90% of our host families have a cleaner in charge of such duties and some of them are live-in staff.
However, the participant will be expected to take on a reasonable share of daily household tasks, such as helping to prepare meals, setting the table, putting dishes in the dishwasher, and tidying up the children’s belongings, among other general chores.
Au Pair in Spain time off
- 2 days off a week if you work 5 hours daily.
- 1 or 2 consecutive days off if you work 6 hours daily.
- Outside of your work schedule, you will have the freedom to manage your own time
Au Pair in Spain holidays
Participants are entitled to one paid holiday week after a 6-month stay and two paid holiday weeks after a 12-month stay. The dates for these holidays should be agreed upon with your host family in advance.
Au Pair in Spain Work Schedule
Depending on the family’s needs, the schedule and responsibilities may vary, and some flexibility may be required to accommodate changes in the household:
- 25 hours/week
- 30 hours/week
School holidays
During school holidays, you may be asked to extend your work hours, with additional pay provided by the host family.
Additionally, in the summer months, you may be invited to join the family at their holiday destination.
Au Pair in Spain Weekly allowance
Based on your weekly working hours:
- 25 hour: 80€/week
- 30 hours: 100€/week
What does the Au pair in Spain program include?
Assistance & Advice
Pre-application assistance with host families
Booking & enrolment
Assistance to a Spanish course (if you wish to attend one)
Student visa
We provide you with the necessary documents and guide you through the application process (if needed)
In-country Support
Assistance during your stay in Spain
Airport Pick-up
If you arrive within reasonable hours
Accommodation
In your own private room
Full Board
7 days per week
Weekly Allowance
- 25 hours: 80€/Week
- 30 hours: 100€/Week
Welcome Pack
All useful information sent by e-mail
Access to FB Group
Where to meet other participants in your area
24 hours Emergency Phone
Check out other programs and information
Demi Pair Spain
Work Schedule
20 h/week: 4 hours a day from M- F
Time Off
Saturdays & Sundays
Weekly Allowance
60€/week
Babysitting
Once a week from Monday to Friday
Au Pair Plus
Work Schedule
40 h/week: 8 hours a day from M- F
Time Off
Saturdays & Sundays
Weekly Allowance
150€/week
Babysitting
Once a week from Monday to Friday
Language tutor
Work Schedule
15 h/week: 3 hours a day from M- F
Time Off
Saturdays & Sundays
Weekly Allowance
No
Babysitting
This is exempted in this program
Spanish classes in Spain
Spanish courses in Spain
& Program Placement
Would you like to take Spanish language classes while living with a Spanish host family?
You can prepay your language course before traveling to Spain, and your accommodation will be included!
Study Spanish in Spain at a top private school located in the heart of the cities, with exclusive rates for our program participants.
FAQs
- Do I need to speak Spanish?
- How much is an au pair paid in Spain?
- How does the matching process work?
- Do I get to speak to the family before I depart?
- How do I go about interviewing with families?
- What happens if I don't get matched with a Host Family?
- Am I able to choose my destination?
- How does the payment work?
- Is the cost of flights included in the fee?
- How will the family pay me my pocket money?
- I´m not an EU passport holder. Can I still apply?
No!
Don’t worry about mastering the language, we just ask that you familiarize yourself with the basics before you leave. This will not only show the family that you are eager to learn, but will also make it easier for you to adapt.
Based on your weekly working hours, you will receive 80€ per week for 25 hours of work, and 100€ per week for 30 hours of work.
You will be matched with a family once you have completed all the required paperwork. Please note that the matching process can take between 1 to 8 weeks, as we aim to ensure the best fit for you. You will be notified each time a family requests an interview.
Interviews will be conducted via Skype, and it’s recommended that you speak with the family at least twice to ensure you feel comfortable and have all your questions answered.
You may have Skype interviews with one family or several, depending on what works best for you. This process can vary for each participant.
Absolutely!
In fact, we can’t emphasize this enough. Once you’ve been matched with a family, it’s a good idea to email or call them a few times before you depart, as maintaining regular contact helps build a connection and ensures everyone is on the same page.
Most interviews are held via Skype, so make sure you have a reliable internet connection and a working webcam. Video calls or FaceTime are also commonly used for interviews!
Hopefully, this situation won’t occur due to the thorough screening of your application.
Club RCI has extensive experience in interviewing participants and understands what families are looking for.
You can let us know if you have a preferred location, but please keep in mind that this is not guaranteed. We focus on matching participants with host families based on shared interests, hobbies, and experience rather than just location. Remember, you’ll have plenty of free time to socialize and explore Spain. If you’d like to visit a different city for the weekend, you can easily make plans with your new friends!
The fee is payable only after your match with a host family has been confirmed.
No, the fee does not include flights. You will be responsible for arranging and covering the cost of your own travel to Spain.
Families typically pay you in cash. However, if you have a preferred payment method, you can discuss it with the family in more detail once your match has been confirmed.
– Only applicable to:
- Au Pair
- Au Pair Plus
- Demi Pair
Tutors DO NOT get a weekly pocket money
We accept participants from:
- EU (Schengen Area): Citizens from EU countries within the Schengen area do not require a visa, regardless of the length of stay.
- UK
- Australia
- Canada
- New Zealand
- USA
- South Africa
The following nationalities can stay in Spain for up to 90 days without a visa:
- UK
- Australia
- Canada
- New Zealand
- USA
- South Africa
Applicants wishing to stay longer than 3 months must apply for a student visa by enrolling in a Spanish course before leaving their home country.
Please check our special offers on Spanish courses if you’d like us to assist with course enrollment and the student visa process.
