We are a Christian family. We have a boy and 3 girls living in Southampton, UK

United Kingdom

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02/04/2020
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I am a local having grown up around southampton, My husband is from Perth Australia. We live in Southampton and love the area. We have a boy and 3 girls who are 10, 8, 6 and 3. I work full time as a doctor and my husband looks after the children most days and volenteers with community projects and at Above Bar Church.
Type of help
Babysitting / child care
Help in the house
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Southampton and the local area is a fantastic part of the world with great places to visit, lots of history and a great outdoor opportunities. We regularly go to the beach, the new forest and get involved in local activities and would love if you wanted to join in with these with us. My australian husband has an interest in this kind of local information. We would be happy to support learning English but we have little language skills so reasonable english would be essential. We are Christians and have a dynamic church and get involved in local church activities.
Help
We are looking for flexible support for childcare for our 4 children about 20 hours per week inc some evenings and help jobs around the house. Child care will be varied in times between some or all the children. Around the house jobs may include cleaning and washing. We have some building work ongoing so it can get messy/chaotic. We are happy to be flexible to negociate days needed for you to travel around and explore.
Languages spoken
English
Accommodation
A own room within our house sharing all facilities. Welcome to join family meals.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Flexible. About 20 hours per week inc some evenings, max 5 days week

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11/12/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Rebecca)

Rebecca was amazing. She joined in with the family and fitted in really well. She was great at loooking after the children, encouraging their independence and adventure. Enjoy your travels and best of luck with the future

(Excellent )

25/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Chiara) for host

I spent 3 weeks here and they made me feel completely welcomed and at home. Susan and John are both very open, friendly and their children are funny, full of energy and adorable. I could improve my english, meet new people and discover new cities(Southampton, Salisbury, Winchester, Romsey, Portsmouth and Bournemouth). The job is easy.. You have to… read more

(Excellent )

24/09/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Chiara)

It was lovely to have Chiara to stay. She did so much for us. Above and beyond what we asked. Can't thank her enough for all the help. Friendly, organised and great with the kids. Thank you

(Excellent )

06/09/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Zara)

Zara was so lovely. She really loved hanging out with the kids. They had a great time. She was really engaging with the children and keep to take them places or encourage them to do cooking. Would love to have her again.

(Excellent )

24/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Zara) for host

I stayed with this great family for two weeks and I’d love to come back soon. Susan and John are really friendly and open-minded people and I liked every moment with them. The kids are so special and it was hard to say goodbye to them. It was my first experience as a workawayer and it was really beyond expectations.

(Excellent )

11/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Fernando)

Fernando was very friendly and good with the children. He really enjoyed having an opportunity to speak english. His English was excellent. Thank you for staying

(Excellent )

14/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Fernando) for host

I've spent two weeks with this amazing family. All of them made me feel happy. I loved to talk with the parents and enjoyed a lot playing with the children. They are nice, polite, well-behaved and lots-of-fun. I hope we can meet again.

(Excellent )

08/07/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa)

Lisa was lovely to have to stay. We enjoyed our time with her and would have been happy for her to stay longer.

(Excellent )

21/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Olive) for host

Susan and John and the Leaver kiddos opened their home and their hearts to me. They taught me loads and shared so much more than a room and board. They shared their favorite places, experiences, and lovely friends. They were flexible when my 1 month turned into 6 and they have been caring and supportive beyond my time with them. The kiddos have… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Olive)

Olive has been amazing. She really is part of the family. She has taught is all loads. He one month stay became 6 months. We are so sad to see her go.

(Excellent )

28/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Carolin) for host

I had three great weeks while I was staying in Southampton. Susan and John are very welcoming and friendly, trying to integrate me as much as possible in their daily life and showing me many beautiful places in the surrounding area. I was also able to discover some places on my own. The kids were absolutely lovely and full of energy. I had so much… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Carolin)

Carolin is a friendly lovely girl. She has stayed for 3 weeks. She is good with the kids. Has been adaptable, punctual and good at communicating. We wish her loads of luck with her travels around the UK.

(Excellent )

29/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Sandra) for host

I spent two weeks in Southampton and I loved it. I was able to do so many things (alone and with the family) and saw loads of new places like Romsey, Lulworth Cove or Lepe. John and Susan are the most welcoming people and really tried to show me as much as possible of their lives. I also met so many new people and I loved talking to them. The… read more

(Excellent )

29/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Sandra)

We have had a really lovely 2 weeks while Sandra has been staying. she was really helpful around the house and great with the children. Polite, kind, punctual, and interesting to chat with. Her English was excellent and we could get a clear idea of what she hoped to get from the trip. She really got involved with life here and felt like part of… read more

(Excellent )

12/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Léna) for host

This experience was perfect. Susan and John are very friendly and their children are adorable. There are very good persons. I could improve my english and discover a new city, Southampton and its surroundings. I was glad to help John and Susan with their children and their house as well as meet their friends. I did a lot of thinks with us like… read more

(Excellent )

01/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Léna)

Lena was amazing. The kids loved her. She joined in with the family, was unphased by changes to plans or challenges (like the school wanting to phone us to check we knew someone else was picking up our kids), she was very willing and even did jobs around the house without being asked like clearing up from dinner and offering to clean her own room… read more

(Excellent )

07/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Cécile)

Cecile was amazing. She was great at entertaining the kids with games and playing outside and helpful around the house. She joined in with the family wonderfully with meals together, some great cooking and out on day trips with us and the kids during the holidays. She was independent with her days off and went exploring other towns nearby. We… read more

(Excellent )

06/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Cécile) for host

I spent two weeks there and it was a wonderful adventure ! The children are lovely and really clever. They like to discover new things and are curious. They are always full of energy ! I visited many places with the family and some alone too. It was really interesting to have someone explaining me some historical facts or the landscapes. I also… read more

(Excellent )

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