Au pair Sweden - an unforgettable year in the Viking kingdom
A great opportunity to live in one of the Scandinavian countries and work with children. As an au pair, you can improve your English and learn the basics or improve Swedish in everyday life. The program is for those who are interested in Scandinavian history and languages - the best way to get to know the local flavor from inside.
Sweden is the first country in the world with its own phone number, which you can call and chat with a random interlocutor in order to get acquainted with the traditions and customs. About 90% of the population knows English, so you will practice it and at the same time learn the national language.
Requirements
18-29 years
know foreign language
childcare experience
without bad habits
be active
driving license
become a part of the host family
do not have own children
It is also important to prove your interest in the local language and culture in order to take part in the project.
Salary
A monthly pocket money of 5730 SEK (before income tax is deducted).
Conditions and working hours
The au pair and the host parents create working and friendly relations for the duration of the contract.
The schedule is no more than 30 hours per week. Since this is a cultural exchange with learning Swedish, it is necessary to attend language courses (15 lessons per week). Such education is free for the au pair, as it is financed by the government. Registration at an educational institution is necessary to obtain a work and residence permit in Sweden.
At least 1 free day per week. Working hours are flexible and scheduled throughout the day, which does not exceed 5 hours per day. With an annual contract, 4 weeks of paid leave are provided.
How to get a residence and work permit in Sweden
1. An application is submitted to the Swedish embassy in Ukraine. The registration fee is 1000 krona. In case of refusal, the visa fee is not refundable. Fill out form № 131011, submit fingerprints, a photo and an applicant's questionnaire. If the outcome is positive, you will be issued a document for passing border control.
2. Enrollment certificate in a language course (number of hours per week with dates).
3. Documents and an invitation from a family.
A work permit in Sweden (arbets-och uppehållstillstånd) is issued according to the terms of the signed contract and should not exceed 12 months. The approximate processing period for an application is 8-12 weeks.
If you change your host family, you must re-submit the documentation.
5730 SEK / month
language learning
private room
insurance
3 meals a day
1-2 days off
monthly ticket
time to travel
Since all au pairs have to pay taxes, they are required to register with Skatteverket (the national tax agency) upon arrival. The deductions are calculated from non-monetary benefits (food and accommodation) and pocket money. The tax office must be informed at least 7 days before departure.
Everyone registers with Försäkringskassan (the state social insurance organization). Insurance in Sweden covers disability and health care.
Soon, you will have international friends with whom it will be interesting to spend your free time, traveling or just chatting about different topics. You should apply for a residence permit in order to officially work as a nanny. We will help you with the submission of documents for a temporary residence permit. Discover Sweden and explore all the best of this country.
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