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How long does an Au Pair stay?
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Most Au Pairs are available for 6-12 months depending on the time of year they start. They are also lots of candidates available for shorter placements, particularly in the summer. It can be more difficult to find an Au Pair for a year if this covers
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What is the role of an Au Pair?
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An Au Pair has a role that could be considered to be that of an older sister, or a visiting niece. Au Pairs are primarily expected to help with the children and also to carry out some light housework which should be mainly child-related. They are not
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Who has the final decision in the choice of Au Pair?
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Whilst Pebbles will endeavour to propose the most appropriate candidate to the family, we feel that the family is much better placed to judge the suitability of the candidate than we are. We therefore provide the family with all the necessary informa
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How many days off is an Au Pair entitled to per week?
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An Au Pair is entitled to 2 full days off per week. We strongly encourage families to avoid asking their Au pair to babysit on their days off - they often get demotivated and resent not being able to join the other Au Pairs on a night out!
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What experience does an Au Pair have?
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An Au Pair is not a trained childcare. In general, the Au Pair has experience babysitting either for their younger siblings/family members, or for children of neighbours/family friends. Some candidates have the BAFA childcare certificate (see below).
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Can communication be a barrier incase of employing an au pair or an overseas placement?
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During the initial interview, the candidates are asked to complete our on line application form, which is helpful in assessing their English comprehension and writing skills. Verbal and comprehension skills are assessed during our personal interview
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What is an Au pair? Define the role of an Au pair?
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An au pair will typically be a young woman and sometimes a young man between 18-30 years old who comes from a foreign country to study english and stays with the host family who provide accommodation and full board in return for the help with looking
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Does AU enforce the penalties for academic misconduct?
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Yes, intellectual honesty is taken seriously at AU and penalties are strictly enforced. You have the right to appeal any judgements made. Refer to the "Student Code of Conduct and Right to Appeal".
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How Do You Make Au Gratin Potato Casserole?
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Casseroles are great classic dishes that everyone seems to like but they can also make great side dishes. Most people enjoy potatoes and cheese so why not combine the two? Here's how to make an au gratin potato casserole. Get Ready to Cook Step 1 Pre
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