Family of 5 living in a rural setting looking for help with painting and gardening in East Cork, in the South of Ireland

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  Description

  We are a family of 5 living in a rural setting in East Cork, in the South of Ireland. We are Vincent & Caroline, Maebh is 11, Daire is 9 and Diarmuid is 7. Vincent is self-employed, with a business in our local town, Midleton and Caroline is a stay-at-home mother. We live in a large detached house, with a large garden, within walking distance of Shanagarry Village (7 minute walk). The village has a Catholic Church, grocery shop, pub, craft shop, pottery and cafe. We live across the road from the Ballymaloe Cookery School and Gardens. There are lots of au pairs and workawayers that live locally that you could meet up with. We hosted a German au pair for a year which was very successful and have hosted 5 workawayers to date, also positive experiences. We live about 20 minutes walk from the beach. We live 15 minutes drive from the nearest town, Midleton and 35 minutes drive from Cork City. There is a limited bus service from Shanagarry Village to both Midleton and Cork. We have a bike you can use to explore the local area.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Travellers will benefit from a cultural exchange by being immersed in the english language with us. We are involved in the GAA - which is an Irish amateur sporting and cultural organisation and we love to cook and grow different foods in season, in Ireland.

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  We are looking for a male/female volunteer for a few weeks to help with outdoor painting and some gardening. We are looking for someone who has is happy to be in the company of children, is independent, enthusiastic and responsible. Non-Smoker is required. Fluent English is a requirement.

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent

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  Accommodation

  Accommodation is a private bedroom, toilet and tv room in the upstairs of our home. All other accommodation is downstairs, including a shared kitchen. Wifi is provided.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

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  Hours expected

  5 hours a day, 5 days a week