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Hosting an au pair in Spain usually costs €450 per month. This includes pocket money (minimum ~€70–€90 per week), free room and board, and sometimes a contribution to language courses or transport. Agency fees may be added if families use a placement service.
Au pairs in Spain mainly help with childcare (school drop-offs/pick-ups, playing, babysitting, homework help) and light household duties (tidying up after children, setting the table, simple meals, laundry for kids). Heavy cleaning or working as a housekeeper is not allowed.
Typical agreements allow for 25–30 hours per week, usually 5–6 hours per day. The au pair must have at least one full day off per week, with at least one free Sunday per month. Holidays are generally 2 paid weeks for a 12-month stay, or pro-rata for shorter stays.
A written au pair agreement is strongly recommended in Spain. It should outline pocket money, working hours, holidays, duties, and house rules. The contract is useful for visa and residence permit applications.
Families often use agencies or online platforms to find an au pair. Agencies are helpful for handling visa paperwork and ensuring both sides follow official guidelines.
If problems arise, the first step is clear communication between the family and the au pair. If the arrangement doesn’t work out, either side can usually end it with 2 weeks’ notice. Agencies, when used, can help mediate and arrange a rematch.
Au pairs in Spain are expected to be treated as a family member, not an employee. Families often include them in meals, outings, and cultural traditions. Language exchange is important: au pairs often help children with English while learning Spanish themselves.
At Nina.care, we take great care in selecting au pair candidates who truly fit your family. Our au pairs go through:
✨ A full interview to assess motivation and experience.
✨ English language test
✨ Medical and criminal record checks.
✨ Reference checks from previous host families.
We also save videos from au pair interviews, which you can watch in the au pair’s profile — giving you a clear impression of the candidate before even speaking with them.
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