Host Families - Mothers Help
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Generally our Mother's Help originate from Europe, Australia, Canada and New Zealand Some may have already completed a similar programme in another country and now wish to continue their career in the UK. These candidates are generally fluent in English and adapt well to the British lifestyle.
A Mother's Help is expected to:
- have had some experience in child care but is not expected to have had formal training
- be treated as a member of the host family
- be provided with their own bedroom and full-board
Under the supervision of the employer a Mother's Help works between 36 - 45 hours per week plus two evenings babysitting.
Whilst Mother's Helps are not domestic cleaners, duties can include childcare, light housework, washing and ironing. Often these candidates are happy to help out with school runs, after school activities, play-dates and help educate the child in a creative and positive manner. They are a welcoming extra pair of hands to a busy active family.
Our experienced Counsellors will be able to help you select the most suitable candidate according to your preferences to help you with your child's specific needs, be it someone sporty, an animal lover, a nature enthusiast, or an applicant with artistic or musical skills.
Salary from £180 net per week for native English speaking Mother's Help depending upon age and experience. Salary of between £130 - £180 net per week for European Mother's Help applicants where English is not their first language.
Holiday entitlement: UK basic holiday entitlement of 28 days per annum pro rata should apply which includes bank holidays.
It is the employer's responsibility to ensure that tax and national insurance contributions are paid. We will be pleased to give guidance on this.