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LOOKING TO HOST SOMEONE FROM MARCH 31st FOR AS LONG AS POSSIBLE
My name is Niki, I moved to Malta around 5 years ago. I'm the Sales Manager for a boutique hotel nearby. My daughter is Mollie, she's 7 and full of joie de vivre, and Pringle is our puppy who came all the way with us from England last year, she is half Springer Spaniel, half toy poodle - so you can imagine what that means :)
Me and Mollie's dad, Nate, stay busy looking after Mollie and both working full time. We live in separate parts of Malta and Mollie splits her time between my place, where you would stay, and her Dad's place, where you would sometimes go to help look after Mollie.
I work Monday - Friday 9 - 6, so I'm looking for someone who can help me collect Mollie from the school bus at 130pm, and stay with her till I come home (playing, homework, dinner), help me make sure Pringle is getting enough walks, fun and love, and most DESPERATELY to help me keep on top of the housework. Which is a constant battle with so many small lives full of energy and creativity around..
In return we will give you free accommodation, food, good times, the chance to meet loads of people and explore Malta. We can't pay you in cash, but this is an awesome opportunity for someone who loves kids and wants to have a new adventure.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Animal Care
Babysitting and creative play
Help around the house
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
As mentioned there is a diverse community of friends all around, so the chance to meet people from all walks of life and exchange stories and good times is always there. Equally we are right in the heart of old Malta that has yet to be destroyed by tourism, so if you are looking to immerse yourself in the real Malta, it's right outside our door.
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Help
As mentioned I work Mon - Friday 9am -6pm very near the house. Mollies school bus drops her off at 2pm, so on the days her dad doesn't have her I need someone to collect her from the bus, do homework, play and dinner until I come home. I leave very early in the mornings to take Mollie to school, so you would need to love doggies and be happy to take Pringle out for a walk and giver her her breakfast. About once a fortnight I might go out for an evening as I occasionally like to be covered in wine instead of juice, and it would be awesome for someone to be ok with staying in a listening out for if she wakes up. She's a fun loving little one and into everything, so experience with kids is a bonus.
I do my best to stay on top of the housework, but I work in a very demanding job and have to get up very early to get Mol to school, so I can't manage everything. Helping with the washing up, and general cleaning is urgently needed! Once a week it would be great to do a deep clean.
I have a lot of friends that live in the same apartment block as me, so my life is generally full of noise, life and a little bit of chaos. Looking for someone who can become part of our family here and stop this washing up from turning into a real life avalanche :)
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
Fluent English spoken in the house, I am happy to help in anyway I can with improving your English. Always excited to learn new ones too!
Accommodation
We live on the third floor in a modern apartment. Have a nice single room for work away. AC and full kitchen in the apartment. 2 bathrooms.
The house is located in Isla (also known as Senglea) a short ferry ride away from Valetta and with good bus links to everywhere else. We are right next to the harbour, with lots of restaurants and little cafes, so it's a beautiful area. It's a great base from which to explore Malta.
What else ...
I like to describe our little world as unconventional and pretty chill. I believe there is always a way to figure things out without the need to bring drama to a situation. Our last workaway was supposed to stay a month and ended up staying 4, so I like to think we are easy to get along with! I am more than happy to discuss whatever your goals are for your stay and see if theres a way we can work it out together.
Also - having worked in the tourism industry since I arrived in Malta, there is not much I can't tell you about this island, including the best spots to visit and how to get there etc etc.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Feedback (6)
I thoroughly recommend Anne as a workaway… read more
On the other hand, Mollie is very playful, funny and intelligent. Her friend Delaia is also very great and sparkling.
I also had… read more
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I thoroughly recommend Anne as a workaway… read more
On the other hand, Mollie is very playful, funny and intelligent. Her friend Delaia is also very great and sparkling.
I also had… read more
Full of joy, love, ideas and creativity
Mollie is such a lovely and open sweeti! Playing with her is so much fun and taking care of her did'nt feel like a job for me. Nicky and Nate they were so kind to me and always asked whether they can help.
During my stay I had the possibility to see all of the… read more
they make you feel at home and it does not even look like a job.
they tried to help me with the English language by making me also participate in courses.
Molly is a beautiful and very lively girl.
it was a good experience and I wish you the best
Thank you so much.
