Au pair in Germany

If you speak basic German, you can live in Germany as an au pair – no childcare qualification required!

From the safety and comfort of a host family, you can immerse yourself in German culture – explore the land of beers and Oktoberfest, sausages, scenery and history.

Berlin, Munich and Frankfurt – famous bustling cities, to quaint picturesque towns and villages.

Return airfare and health insurance included in 12 month placements

Live-in with your host family for an authentic German experience. You may also get the opportunity to travel on holidays with the family! Europe sure looks beautiful all-year-round!

It is our 100% placement guarantee*

We match your dream family requirements and introduce you to as many host families as needed until you are 100% confident you’ve found your perfect family!
We offer you the opportunity to have a quality German host family organised in writing before you leave home.
Families are carefully selected, with lovely homes from the old world castles and stone buildings in the countryside to chic Berlin addresses.
We’ll advise – and advocate for you – on the very best pay and conditions (and perks) you can negotiate to ensure your time away is the best it can be.
Our families not only offer the best conditions, they treat their au pair / nanny the best as well! They will include you in family life and take time to get to know you as a person.
We will guide you through the entire process and help you find your dream family -so you have full peace of mind before you leave Australia.
So you can pack your bags and say goodbye to family and friends at home, knowing everything is already taken care of.
We offer 24 hour – 7 day a week local support throughout your placement, from your dedicated in-country support expert.
Sound exciting? It is! Our applicants rave about what we do.

We offer two different au pair programs to Germany

There is a medium stay au pair option if you only want to stay 6-11 months

For those with more time, we have a 12 month program.

Click on the buttons below for full program details.

1. Medium Stay Au Pair in Germany

When can I go?

6 – 11 month placements
All year round

What you receive:

Own private furnished bedroom, all meals provided, live-in with your host family
Help your host family for 25-30 hours per week with childcare and light housework
Earn weekly pocket money 90 Euro (A$140) for your sightseeing and going out.
1 ½ – 2 days free time per week (usually weekends)
Support 24 – 7 from your dedicated local support expert in France throughout your placement, and from JCR Australia.

Am I eligible?

Females aged 18 – 26
Speak English as a first language and basic German
Have 50+ hours childcare experience – eg babysitting, tutoring or coaching
Have an interest in German culture, adaptability and a positive attitude

Program cost:

Our guarantee – no placement – no charge!
Placement fee 6-11 months: $845
Payable after we have arranged your signed agreement with your chosen host family
Travel insurance
Flights
Visa application fee

2. Long Stay Au Pair in Germany

When can I go?

12 month placement
All year round
Your return airfare and health insurance is included in the program fee

What you receive:

Own private furnished bedroom, all meals provided, live-in with your host family
Help your host family for 25-30 hours per week with childcare and light housework
Earn weekly pocket money 90 Euro (A$140) for your sightseeing and going out.
1 ½ – 2 days free time per week (usually weekends)
Support 24 – 7 from your dedicated local support expert in France throughout your placement, and from JCR Australia

Am I eligible?

Females aged 18 – 26
Speak English as a first language and basic German
Have 50+ hours childcare experience – eg babysitting, tutoring or coaching
Have an interest in German culture, adaptability and a positive attitude

Program cost:

Our guarantee – no placement – no charge!
Placement fee 12 months: $1290 – including return airfare and health insurance
Payable after we have arranged your signed agreement with your chosen host family
Flights and insurance (only on placements shorter than 12 months).
Visa application fee

Testimonial

Bonnie in Germany

I think I have great relationships with all the members of my host family. The parents are very helpful with any things I need assistance with, and the twin girls and I love playing together. My host parents are supportive of my life outside of au pair work, and they always encourage me to get out there, join new clubs, make new friends and see the beautiful place we live in! I think everything will work well from here, as the initial phase of ‘seeing how things go’ and getting to know how everyone works is over, and we can live and work together harmoniously. I have also started taking German lessons 3 times a week so I believe my language skills will improve very soon, which will make communication with the family easier. I will keep you updated with my experience in Germany!

Testimonial

Gabrielle in Germany

Hi JCR, we are starting to get ready for Christmas now which I am excited for as it will be my first ‘white Christmas’. I am doing well with the little boy I am looking after and I am getting along well with my host parents so I have had a very positive year so far. I am also really pleased with my German skills I have gained from my classes and help from the family. I have also been in contact via email with other Au Pairs which has been really great as its allowed me to share my experience and also get help and support. Please pass on my email to any au pairs needing a friend to talk to. JCR really does offer a great program and thank you again for this opportunity!