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9 Apr 2024
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Description
South African family living in the United Kingdom. Both parents work and have 2 Lovely boys of good character.We live in Bedford, Bedfordshire so its very Central and close to all the good routes.We are surrounded by many beautiful parks where one can walk and enjoy nature.There is good public transport and we also like to get out and do nice things too.
We ideally looking for someone to help with our 11 year old who struggles to read. We have a 19 year old boy who is on the autism spectrum, he is bright and fully functional. A bit of housework anf cooking would be amazing.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
They will live with a South African family, which is an experience in its own.They can enjoy the Local town and surroundings. They will have most of the time free to do as they wish, with a good base. We would be happy to take the right person on an excursion based on good effort and results.
Help
We would be happy for someone to spend an hour a two a day with our 11 year old and assist with his ability to read and write. Any assistance and help will be appreciated.If the person likes to cook they are welcome to prepare meals. Taking the boys for walks and playing some ball or tennis.Just have some good active fun with the boys.
Languages spoken
Afrikaans: Fluent
English: Fluent
Accommodation
A basic room would be provided in the house. Good clean accommodation, with good meals. WiFi and Television.
What else ...
Helpers are welcome to explore neighbouring towns, villages and the countryside.If they have points of interest we would be happy to assist them in achieving this based on the effort they make with our boys and results achieved with my younger sons reading.
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 2-3 hours a day, 5 days a week
