Find your next Au Pair with AIFS and save on fees
Returning Host Families looking for their next Au Pair with AIFS can receive a $200 saving on their placement fee. You will still be able to choose the Au Pair category that best suits your family arrangement and continue to experience all of the benefits of choosing AIFS, from access to the HUB (our online database) to an exemplary service delivered under the AIFS Au Pair Child Protection and Safeguarding Framework. Returning families can expect priority treatment, ensuring we help find your perfect Au Pair year upon year.
6-month placement with a $350* service fee - your Au Pair primarily has experience with children aged 3+
6-month placement with a $350* service fee - your Au Pair has 100+ hours working with children under 3
6-month placement with a $350* service fee - your Au Pair has 1+ years full time childcare employment or certification
Fees are subject to change. Longer placements will be calculated on a pro-rata basis. Returning Families receive a $200 saving on the placement fee. If an Au Pair is qualified to care for children under 3 years, the family will be required to pay the Au Pair PLUS fee regardless of the age of the children.
*Every placement incurs a Service Fee of $350.
What to Expect
Our Priority Service for Returning Families
A service delivered under the AIFS Au Pair Child Protection Policy and Reporting Framework
Access to the HUB to browse our database of approved Au Pairs from around the world
Bespoke matching option - great for families who may not have time to browse the HUB
Comprehensive screening, references, police and medical checks
24/7 support from AIFS, including our After-Hours Community Counsellor
Receive and consult the AIFS Handbook for information you need, all in one place
Orientation and first aid course for all Au Pairs on arrival in Australia
Visit our walk-in bricks ‘n’ mortar centre – no offshore search engines
Recommend AIFS Au Pair to a friend or extended family and receive a $50 gift voucher for each successful placement. There are no limits – make sure your friend mentions the Refer a Friend offer in their application and they can receive a $20 gift voucher too!
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Au pair weekly pocket money
With all AIFS Au Pairs, your family is expected to provide a cultural exchange that includes room, full board and weekly pocket money. The pocket money amount is up to you, but we recommend $295 for up to 30 hours per week for our Classic & Plus Au Pairs, and $350 for Platinum. If your Au Pair works up to the maximum 35 hours, we recommend you increase this amount to match their extra work.
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Application checks and screening
During your application with AIFS, you must ensure that every person aged 18 years or older who will be residing in your household during the Au Pair’s placement has completed an online National Criminal Police check. The current cost of this check is $49.00.
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Travel and time off allowances
Host Families are responsible for transporting the Au Pair from orientation in Sydney to your home, whether by bus, car, plane or train. If your Au Pair will be driving your car during placement, they must be on your insurance policy. You also need to ensure your Au Pair has sufficient time off during placement – this should include at least one week’s paid time off and 1.5 days each week.
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End of placement completion bonus
Upon completion of a 6-month placement, you are required to pay your Au Pair a completion bonus of $300. Families wishing to have their Au Pair extend their placement beyond 6 months will be invoiced a pro-rata amount based on the length of the extension.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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01How long does it take to find an Au Pair?
Generally it takes around 4-8 weeks to find an Au Pair for your family, but this can change throughout the year. Au Pairs from countries other than Germany can normally arrive in Australia at short notice, although finding the right match between your family and an Au Pair is our number one priority. While the matching process may take a little more time, it ensures that your Au Pair will fit your family and its requirements.
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02I already know someone who'd like to live and work in Australia as our Au Pair, can you help?
Yes, AIFS can assist with a pre-match situation. Please contact us for further information.
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03Can I get an Au Pair placement for longer than six months?
Our Au Pairs come to Australia on a Working Holiday visa and can stay in the country for up to 12 months, most of them seek a 6- or 9-month placement in High Season. However, Au Pairs often extend their placement. If you and your Au Pair wish to extend their placement, please contact AIFS. We will be able to walk you through the steps as well as the related costs for extending.
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04Can we pay the Placement Fee after our Au Pair starts?
Your Placement Fee is due 1 month prior to your Au Pair's arrival or for faster placements, upon receipt.
While we understand families are busy, the Placement Fee must be paid prior to your Au Pair transferring to your family. Non-payment will result in the immediate cancellation of your Au Pair's placement. You can read more about this in our Terms & Conditions.
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05If my Au Pair placement doesn’t work out, what happens?
There is no warranty as to the satisfaction or the compatibility of any particular candidate as an Au Pair for a Host Family. However, AIFS will endeavour to resolve any difficulties regarding the placement. Please refer to our Terms & Conditions for details about our replacement and cancellation policy. You can also click here to access AIFS’ Complaints Policy.
