An au pair who is placed in collaboration with a member agency of the British Au Pair Agencies Association enjoys a long list of benefits. All BAPAA members work closely with reputable partner agencies all over Europe to make sure an au pair is both vetted and prepared in their own country prior to departure to the UK.
A BAPAA agency assists with the careful matching of an au pair to vetted families in Britain. Many agencies look after the same host families year after year; they know the families well and this ensures successful and safe placements.
Once in the UK, every member agency can offer at least the following benefits to au pairs (and often many more!):
- Free welcome pack
- BAPAA excursion program with monthly trips for au pairs
- Free use of au pair 'find a friend' website, a safe introduction facility
- Free 'pay-as-you-go' simcard to convert your phone to a UK mobile network
- 24 hour emergency helpline
- Discounts on entry tickets to UK attractions and theme parks
- Discounts on Paediatric First Aid courses
- Support throughout your stay from a professional au pair agency
