Caring and organised au pair to join our family in Donegal, Ireland

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  Description

  Family of 4 looking for a kind, caring, organised and diligent Workaway/Au Pair for 3 year old boy and 9 year old boy, based in Donegal, Ireland. We're passionate about farm life, organic food & enjoy the outdoors and animals. Accommodation provided, and the role involves some travel throughout the year.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Farmstay help

  Babysitting and creative play

  Help around the house
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  - Experience life in rural Donegal, explore the beautiful coastline, beaches and local villages, enjoy home-cooked meals and experience Irish culture, traditions and community life.
  
  We live on a family farm, so there is always something happening, and you'll have the chance to learn about everyday life on an Irish farm if that interests you. We hope you'll feel like part of the family rather than just an employee, joining us for outings, walks and local events where possible.
  
  We also look forward to learning about your culture, traditions and favourite foods, and creating a welcoming environment where we can all learn from one another.

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  Au Pair Help

  This host has let us know they’ll be complying with Irish regulations for au pair stays.here

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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

  - Supporting mother, 3 year old & 9 year old child, including bringing/driving to and from school
  - Housekeeping
  - Involves some travel with family throughout the year
  - Organising activities and play dates
  - Willingness to help with light homework where required
  - Putting to bed on some evenings
  - Must have a full driving licence
  - Must have Visa to work in Ireland
  - Some evenings and weekends are required each month
  - Animal lover - farm includes cows, hens, pigs and vegetables

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent

  This host offers a language exchange
  This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
  You can contact them directly for more information.
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  Accommodation

  Accommodation provided: Old coach house converted into beautiful apartments. It’s got everything you could want, including a wood-burning stove, shower and bath, dishwasher, underfloor heating, coffee machine, tv and wifi. We are located 500m from the beach. Close by we have an organic farm with cows, hens, geese and pigs. We also grow organic vegetables.

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  What else ...

  Working Hours: Approx 40 hours a week.
  
  Pay: €13 per hour, plus accommodation, food & associated bills are included.
  
  A little about our family:
  We are a family of four. We have a 3 year old boy and our first child is 9 years old and attends school close by. He loves lego, swimming, surfing and rambling outdoors. We’ve one small dog and two farm cats. We work from home, though travel abroad occasionally. We love to cook for friends.
  
  About the area:
  About half a kilometre from our home is a fantastic bakery & cafe. They bake all their own cakes and much more. There are also two restaurants and pubs, a shop, and a hotel right on the beach. Everything is within walking distance, but we also have electric bikes and cars for longer trips.
  
  A little about Donegal:
  “Donegal named coolest place on the planet by National Geographic” reported The Guardian newspaper in recent years. County Donegal is in the far northwest of Ireland. It’s a stunningly beautiful country with epic cliffs, beautiful beaches and some of the best hiking trails in Europe.

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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?

  More than two

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  My animals / pets

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