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>> JOB OF THE MONTH

> EUROPE SKI JOBS SUMMER JOBS
Looking for the chance to work in a ski or summer resort? www.natives.co.uk - the season workers' website - has hundreds of opportunities listed on our website which you can apply for online. 

Summer Jobs - we are still recruiting for summer jobs both in the UK and Europe. These jobs range from trek leaders to nannies, chefs to resort managers. You can either apply for jobs online at www.natives.co.uk or if you have catering skills please call Steph on 020 8789 7672.

Ski Jobs - many employers have already started recruiting and interviewing for next winter season. We have a massive amount of information on what sort of jobs are available and how to get them. Again you can apply online by visiting the site at www.natives.co.uk or call us on 020 8785 3888 if you would like to run your own chalet and have the necessary skills. ** Please note - most companies are really looking for o/21s, although there are some jobs available for younger applicants.

Advice and information - We also have advice on CVs and preparing for interview, plus tips on how to survive a season, what to take with you and much, much more. To find out more about working in ski and summer resorts, visit www.natives.co.uk today.

>> NEW JOBS

> FRENCH ALPS SKI JOBS
Simon Butler Skiing info@simonbutlerskiing.co.uk Contact Jay Blatherwick either on the above email address or telephone number 01483 728706. Jobs to fill are for nannies, chalet people, cooks and ski instructors. All require hard working and dedicated people that are willing to work within a team environment. Season starts the beginning of December through to the end of April. Good package included - also free ski lessons available. Candidates need to be able to enter France on their passport.

> USA SKI JOBS
International Student Exchange Center. Ski resort work in the USA - late Nov to early April. Includes free ski pass for days off and other benefits. Return flights to New York and one way bus travel to resort included. Only £575! Look at our website at www.isecworld.co.uk or call 020 7724 4493. Program deadline Aug 20th. Many other countries and opportunities also available. Nationalities accepted: British, Irish, possibly Australian, New Zealand etc. Visa required - full assistance given.

> FRENCH ALPS SKI SEASON CHALET HOSTS
We are looking for chalet hosts to work in France either as a couple, single, or two/three friends together to run catered chalets for English guests. You have to be able to cook to a high standard; breakfast, afternoon tea, 3 course evening meal, either have experience or cooking qualification. You will have to be available from 1 December 2001 until 30 April 2002 over 21 years of age and hold an EEC passport. The package includes; Return travel from the UK to resort, full board and accommodation, lift pass, insurance, skis and boots, £65 - £120 per week plus tips. Please email ski CV to; dan@freeradicals.co.uk or apply on line www.freeradicals.co.uk 

> THE ALPS SKI SEASON NANNIES
We are looking for English nannies to look after English children you have to be qualified or have relevant experience. Looking after children from babies to 8 years olds on a shift basis so plenty of time to ski. You have to be available from 1 December 2001 until 30 April 2002 and hold an EEC passport. The package includes; Return travel from the UK to resort, full board and accommodation, lift pass, insurance, skis and boots, £65 - £120 per week.  Please email ski CV to; dan@freeradicals.co.uk or apply on line www.freeradicals.co.uk 

> THE ALPS SKI SEASON BAR STAFF
We are looking for experienced bar staff in The Alps. You must be able to speak French, have relevant experience, over 21 years old and hold an EEC passport. Excellent package, full board and accommodation, lift pass. The bar is open from 9am - 2 am and you work on a 1 shift basis so 3-4 full days skiing with 2 days off.  Please email ski CV to; dan@freeradicals.co.uk or apply on line www.freeradicals.co.uk 

> THE ALPS SKI SEASON CHALET MANAGERS
We are looking for chalet managers to look after 4 chalets for an excellent independent company. Ideal applicants are people who have worked a season as a chalet host and hold an EEC passport. Excellent package, full board and accommodation, lift pass, insurance, skis and boots £100 per week.  Please email ski CV to; dan@freeradicals.co.uk or apply on line www.freeradicals.co.uk 

> THE ALPS SKI SEASON RESORT MANAGERS
We are looking for resort managers who can speak fluent French, Italian or German. All applicants have to hold an EEC passport and be over 25 years old. Responsible job for anyone with relevant experience and who can manage staff and deal with client problems. Excellent package, full board and accommodation, lift pass, insurance, skis and boots £100 - £130 per week. Please email ski CV to dan@freeradicals.co.uk or apply on line www.freeradicals.co.uk 

> THE ALPS SKI SEASON CHEFS
We are looking for many experienced and qualified chefs to work in hotels and restaurants across The Alps. All applicants must hold an EEC passport. Excellent opportunities working on a shift basis so plenty of time for skiing. Excellent packages from £100 - £250 per week with all benefits. Please email ski CV to dan@freeradicals.co.uk or apply on line www.freeradicals.co.uk 

> THE ALPS SKI SEASON HOTEL MANAGERS
We are looking for hotel managers that can speak French or Italian. All applicants must hold an EEC passport and have relevant experience. Excellent working conditions, pay and benefits plus bonus. Please email ski CV to dan@freeradicals.co.uk or apply on line www.freeradicals.co.uk

> FRANCE SKI RESORT JOBS
Winter season 2001/02. Val D'Isère, Méribel, Chamonix, Verbier. DICKS TEA BAR REQUIRE Managers and supervisors with fluent French Chefs and commis, DJ's, Security staff, bar staff to work in their busy nightclubs, bars and restaurants. For an application form write to: Personnel department, Dick's Tea Bar, BP 61, 73550 Méribel, France. e-mail Dickspersonnel@aol.com. Please quote ref JAB1. All applicants must hold an EU passport and full UK NI number.

> AUSTRALIA FARM WORK
The Visitoz Scheme - Offers a full 'meet and greet package' from Brisbane Airport coupled with five days at Springbrook Farm with full board and accommodation, and a short introduction to Australian agricultural techniques. During the introductory period participants are offered a choice of jobs from the full range of farming activities, such as cattle, sheep, horse, arable and general farm work available in all parts of Australia except Tasmania. All jobs are paid at the union negotiated rate or better. The Scheme is open to to all who are entitled to an Australian Working Holiday Visa or a Student Visa which allows the holder to work. www.visitoz.org

> AUSTRALIA CHILDCARE
THE AU PAIR CONNECTION - Au Pair Needed to live in with an Australian Family.A commitment of 3 months will be required. Family will provide free board and lodging and an allowance of Between $160-$220 for taking care of children. WORKING HOLIDAY VISA is required. Drivers licence is an advantage and letter of reference. CONTACT Violeta - email aupairpb@ozemail,com.au. Telephone +++ 612 98081491.

> AUSTRALIA AGRICULTURE
We have a number of farmhand positions available in Queensland and New South Wales. Applicants must have a farming background and experience with farm machinery. Long hours will be worked. Wages start at $12.00 an hour. Own transport an advantage, not essential. All enquiries contact Natasha Ph: 61-7-4927 4300. Working Holiday Visa required. Outback Staff outbackstaff@flatrate.net.au

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RECOMMENDED READING
Work Your Way Around the World - Published by Vacation Work
NEW 10th Edition - Published January 2001
http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/1854582518/payaway

Seasoned working travellers will be familiar with this book. Now in its 10th edition, it's invaluable to veterans and those about to work abroad for the first time. WYW features many first-hand accounts and advice on finding jobs - paid and voluntary - either in advance or on the spot. It includes sections on opportunities in such places as Russia, Hawaii and South Africa and also covers working a passage.

"Guaranteed to give you wanderlust" The Sunday Telegraph

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> UK AGRICULTURE
Volunteers needed to help out on our 62-acre organic farm in beautiful West Wales. Food and accommodation in our farmhouse provided in exchange for 8 hour work per day, 5 days per week. Please note that we cannot pay you, but there are many benefits for enthusiastic volunteers! We accept any nationality (must speak a little English), but please check with UK immigration. Apparently voluntary work is still work - so some guests come on an "educational farm visit".  We aim to be self-sufficient and have Jersey dairy cows, suckler cows, Tamworth pigs, ducks & chickens. We grow our vegetables in and outside the polytunnel, make bread, butter, yoghurt, cheese, jams, beer, cider & preserves. We live here with our parents and our 2 children (another expected in March!). 

Work involves helping with the animals, hedging, fencing, clearing brambles & bracken. Seasonal work includes ploughing, planting, hay making, harvesting barley, oats & straw; inevitable weeding on an organic farm, and best of all, picking the evening meal! When the weather is bad, painting and renovation of farm equipment, maintenance & tidying up.  Please contact us if you would like to know anything else about us, or if you would like to learn any particular skills. Croeso/Welcome! Email greens2000@farmersweekly.net 

> UK VOLUNTARY
Vacancies for full time Volunteer Workers to support disabled people wishing to live in their own home. Free accommodation in Herefordshire and Worcestershire (no bills). 4-6 month placements. £58.88 weekly allowance. No experience required. Training provided. On going vacancies. Volunteers need to be 17+. Overseas applicants are welcome, must have a good standard of spoken English. For further details and an application form please contact Sue Abbott on 01905-350686, or write to Worcestershire Lifestyles, Woodside Lodge, Lark Hill Road, Worcester WR5 2EF.

> CHINA TEACHING ENGLISH
Fuzhou Napier College is a new teaching establishment supported by private investors and Fuzhou University. Students are taught business and IT subjects in Chinese and English languages to Diploma level after which they will continue their degree courses either in China or overseas. Foundation year level takes high school graduates to 5.5 IELTS level. We are using modern teaching techniques.

Job Description: English conversation with foundation year Management and IT pre-degree year students, and first year degree students

Job Responsiblities: Encouraging students to speak English. Encouraging extracurricular activities - sport, drama music, whatever. Workload no more than about 15 hours contact time in class. Social contact as required by teacher.

Requirements: Standard spoken English. Graduate preferably in business or IT, but any discipline OK. Must be computer literate. 

Benefits: RMB4000 per month - this is very adequate given the cost of living e.g. Beer US$0.20 per bottle. Modern apartment with all facilities inc air conditioning. Shared with other teachers - own bedroom of course. Air fare US, UK, Europe, return. 10 months contract. Serious opportunities to learn Chinese language, reading, writing and business culture. Plenty opportunities to travel in China 

Other Information: We are in go-ahead Eastern coastal region. Do not expect hardships of any kind. The College is new, very friendly, English speaking. We are looking for new English teaching methods. The Director of Studies is a resident Brit. Contact Fuzhou University: mcgregor@pub1.fz.fj.cn

> MADAGASCAR VOLUNTARY
PIONEER MADAGASCAR - Volunteering Opportunities in Madagascar. Madagascar is one of the biologically richest yet humanly poorest countries in the world. Most plants and animals are endemic to the island and most are in danger as a result of habitat destruction. It is estimated that 96% of the island's forests have been lost, mainly due to slash-and-burn agriculture. Only 27% of the 15 million population have access to clean drinking water and the mortality rate for children under 5 is a staggering one in ten. 

Pioneer Madagascar is the volunteer programme of Azafady, a registered UK-based charity (no. 107121) and Madagascar-based NGO. Through Pioneer Madagascar volunteers can experience working with a grass-roots organisation combating the problems of extensive deforestation and extreme poverty on this unique island. The programme focuses on integrated conservation and development initiatives which work closely with local people. Each scheme lasts 10 weeks, places are extremely limited and subject to a selection process. Approximately 80% of the ‘minimum donation’ go directly to running the projects; the remaining 20% covers your costs in-the-field. We have schemes starting in October 2001, January 2002, April 2002 and July 2002.

During placements volunteers will learn to speak basic Malagasy and gather skills relevant to working in the fields of development, conservation and sustainable livelihoods. Our projects are led by some of the most competent conservationists and development workers on the island; they are based on communities' expressed needs and therefore provide an insight for volunteers into real on-the-ground work - they are not set up simply for volunteers. Volunteers will work on an extensive array of projects from beach surveys of endangered turtles to the building of wells in remote villages.

Azafady's conservation-based projects have been endorsed by, among others, Sir David Attenborough and the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, while for our Sustainable Livelihoods Initiative we recently received the Sting and Trudie Styler Award, one of the coveted Whitley Awards for conservation. 

For further information on Azafady please visit our website on www.madagascar.co.uk and for more details on the Pioneer Madagascar volunteer programme (and application forms) go to the same website and follow the connections for Volunteering. Any questions can be directed to Mark Jacobs (Projects Director) Azafady Studio 7, 1a Beethoven Street, London W10 4LG Telephone +44 (0) 20 8960 6629 Fax +44 (0) 20 8962 0126 Email mark@azafady.org 

> WORLDWIDE INTERNSHIPS & VOLUNTARY
HorizonCosmopolite offers internship programs abroad, volunteer work opportunities on every continent and Spanish immersion in Central America. We offer you, for example, work in national parks of Ecuador, teach English in a rural village of Nepal, Ghana or India, spend time with underprivileged children of the Philippines, help a rehabilitation center for wildlife animals in Guatemala or learn about medicinal plants in Costa Rica. Our programs are designed for any age group, all nationalities and we rarely ask for specific knowledge or qualifications. HorizonCosmopolite, 3011 Notre-Dame Ouest, Montreal Qc, H4C 1N9, Canada. Tél: 514-935-8436. Fax: 514-935-4302. Email cosmopolite@sprint.ca. Web www.horizoncosmopolite.com 

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RECOMMENDED READING 
Teaching English Abroad - Published by Vacation Work
NEW 5th Edition - Published January 2001
http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/185458250X/payaway

Designed for all those interested in teaching English as a foreign language, whether or not they have English teaching qualifications, this guide offers information on teaching in more than 70 different countries.

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JAB - THE JOBS ABROAD BULLETIN
A Monthly Bulletin for Finding Jobs Abroad, 
Working Holidays and Gap Year Opportunities
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ISSUE 17 - AUGUST 2001 - PART 2 OF 3

>> NEW JOBS

> UK CONSERVATION WORKING HOLIDAYS
The following are working holidays and weekend breaks with Conservation Volunteers Northern Ireland. To apply or to request further information, please contact: Billy Belshaw, 159 Ravenhill Road, Belfast BT6 0BP, N. Ireland. t: 00 44 (0)28 90 64 51 69. f: 00 44 (0)28 90 64 44 09. e: cvni@cvni.org OR b.belshaw@cvni.org i: http://www.btcv.org/cvni/cv1.html

WORKING HOLIDAYS - A NATURAL BREAK.
A Working Holiday offers you the chance to meet and spend a week with ten or twelve other volunteers while undertaking important practical conservation work. No previous experience is required as full training is given. The group meets in Belfast on the first day and travels to the venue together. Work begins the next day and continues through the week with one day off for sightseeing. The work usually lasts from 9.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. with lunch and tea breaks but the leader will make sure that you are not overdoing it. The evenings present lots of opportunities for enjoying the local social life. Costs of Working Holidays range from £69 - £99 inclusive of food and accommodation. It is not necessary to become a member to attend a Natural Break. You must be over 18. You need to bring your own working clothes and waterproofs: everything else, including insurance (while work-ing only), and return transport to Belfast, is covered in the holiday price. A full list of what to bring, where to meet etc., will be sent to you with confirmation of your booking. 

*Old Colin Woodland, Co. Antrim, 18 – 25 August.  Accom: Green Park Lodge. Cost £69. Work: Access. Old Colin Woodland has been managed by CVNI for 12 years.  It is a beautiful tranquil mature woodland, situated on the greenbelt overlooking Belfast.  It nestles on the southern slopes of the Colin Mountain and is used as an educational resource by the local community.  This week’s project is to improve access to the area by establishing a network of paths.  Accommodation is the very comfortable Green Park Lodge on the outskirts of Belfast.

* A Caving Combination, Co. Fermanagh, 25 Aug – 1 Sept. Accom: Coachman’s House. Cost £99. Work: Pathwork and Caving. Combine worthwhile conservation work in the “Lake District” of N. Ireland, with three days exploring Lough Erne and the surrounding countryside.  The work will be repairing Footpaths on the Ulster Way. Qualified cavers will show you some of the best underground systems in the UK.  Accommodation is provided in our centre on the shores of Lower Lough Erne.  Your day off may be spent exploring the Fermanagh and Cavan Mountains.  Hire of all equipment and insurance for canoeing is included in the cost.

* Exploring Lough Erne, Co. Fermanagh, 1 – 8 September. Accom: Coachman’s House. Cost £99. Work: Pathwork and canoeing. The unspoilt countryside of County Fermanagh provides the setting for this special Natural Break, which combines three days’ access work on Northern Ireland’s only long distance footpath – the Ulster Way with two days’ canoeing on Lough Erne.  Accommodation is on the shores of Lower Lough Erne, which is famous for it’s angling.  The hire of all equipment and insurance for canoeing is included in the cost.

* Seed Collection, Co. Down, 13 – 20 October.  Accom: Dendron Lodge. Cost £69. Work: Seed Collection. A chance to spend a week learning about the seeds of native Northern Irish trees.  This will include seed collection, the treatment of seeds, their sowing and documentation.  Sites visited may include the Glens of Antrim, the coast of Lough Neagh and Ballycastle.  The seeds available for collection will be Ash, Blackthorn, Hawthorn, Alder, possibly Spindle, Oak, Holly and Yew.  Accommodation is at our very comfortable training centre – Dendron Lodge set in Northern Ireland’s largest area of deciduous woodland.

* Tree Week, Co. Down, 24 Nov – 1 Dec.  Accom: Dendron Lodge. Cost £69. Work: Tree Planting. Northern Ireland with only 5% tree cover has the lowest European average.  Help us redress the balance by spending this week which is National Tree Week planting indigenous trees..  You may want to visit the local area known as the Ring of Gullion because of its dramatic geological nature.  It is one of the best examples of a ring dyke in Europe.   Accommodation is at our very comfortable training centre in Clandeboye Estate close to Bangor. 

* Christmas in N. Down, Co. Down, 22 – 29 December. Accom: Dendron Lodge. Cost £75. Work: Tree-planting. See in Christmas at the Clandeboye Estate in North Down.  As well as enjoying traditional Irish hospitality we will be planting indigenous trees and carrying out some vital woodland management work in North Down and the greater Belfast countryside – very important work because Northern Ireland is the least wooded area in the EEC.  The accommodation is our training centre Dendron Lodge, set in 600 acres of broad-leafed woodland, the largest in Northern Ireland.

* New Year  at Clandeboye, Co. Down, 29 Dec – Jan 5.  Accom: Dendron Lodge. Cost £75. Work: Tree-planting. See in the New Year at the Clandeboye Estate in north Down and work off those Christmas calories.  With its beautiful woodlands and lake you couldn’t ask for a more inspirational start to the New Year.  This week will be spent carrying out tree planting and vital woodland management work in the North Down countryside – very important work because Northern Ireland is the least wooded area in the EEC.  The accommodation is our training centre, Dendron Lodge, set in 600 acres of broad-leafed woodland – the largest in Northern Ireland.

TREAT YOURSELF TO A WEEKEND BREAK
A weekend Break with Conservation Volunteers is both memorable and enjoyable.  No previous knowledge is necessary as full instruc-tion is given by experienced leaders. Participants get together on the Friday evening and the work begins on the Saturday morning.  Saturday evening offers the chance to enjoy the craic.  Work resumes on the Sunday morning but part of the afternoon may be spent sightseeing or visiting places of interest.  Departure is around teatime.

The cost of a Weekend Break is around £16 sterling inclusive of food, accommodation and return transport from Belfast if required (concession price of £12 may be available on some weekends for unemployed and over 50’s).  You should bring your own working clothes and waterproofs.  Volunteers must be over 18 and are fully insured (while working only).  A full list of what to bring, where to meet, etc., will be sent with confirmation of your booking.  It is not necessary to become a member to attend a weekend break.

*  Co. Fermanagh, 21 – 23 September.  Accom: Coachman’s House. Cost £16. Work: Access. Spend this weekend in beautiful Fermanagh.  The work will be improving access.  There is much to see and do in Fermanagh, famous for it’s wildlife and angling.  The accommodation is on the shores of Lower Lough Erne, it is very comfortable with scenic walks nearby.

*  Co. Down, 28 – 30 September, Accom: Dendron Lodge. Cost £16. Work: Access. A chance to spend the weekend improving access in the North Down area.  Accommodation is our very comfortable training centre – Dendron Lodge which is within Northern Ireland’s largest piece of deciduous woodland

*  Co. Antrim, 5 – 7 October. Accom: Green Park Lodge. Cost £16. Work: Seed Collection. A chance to learn something about the seeds of our native Northern Irish  trees.  This enjoyable weekend will involve collecting seeds from Blackthorn, Hawthorn, Alder, possibly Spindle and Hazel trees.  Sites visited may include Glenarrif and the north shore of Lough Neagh.  Accommodation will be very comfortable Green Park Lodge which is situated on the outskirts of Belfast.

*  Co.L/Derry, 26 – 28 October. Accom: Derganagh House. Cost £16. Work: Sand Dune Management. This weekend offers you a chance to improve our environment by carrying out some much needed sand dune management.  Work on the sand dunes will take place on the North Antrim coast just four miles from many tourist attractions including the Giants Causeway.  Accommodation is the comfortable Derganagh House.

* Co. Fermanagh, 16 – 18 November.  Accom: Coachman’s House. Cost £16. Work: Access. This weekend offers you the chance to improve access in the Fermanagh area.  Accommodation is the very comfortable Coachman’s House in Castle Archdale situated on the shores of Lower Lough Erne, famous for it’s wildlife and angling.  A beautiful place to spend a weekend doing something very worthwhile.  

* Co. L/Derry, 7 – 9 December . Accom: St. Columb’s Park House. Cost £16. Work: Tree Planting. Enjoy this weekend tree planting in a 35 acre mature wood in Derry.  This beautiful woodland is over 100 years old and boasts a magnificent lake as well as a wetland area.  The accommodation is St. Columb’s Park House which is very comfortable and well run.  

Notes on accommodation. The following notes refer to the accommodation offered on the programme of Conservation Volunteers’ Working Holidays, Weekend Breaks and Training Courses

Dendron Lodge is the Conservation Volunteers’ Residential Centre in Clandeboye Estate, situated just outside Bangor, Co. Down.  Very comfortable with excellent facilities and offering delightful scenery which will provide a relaxing dimension on the day off.

Coachmans House is the Conservation Volunteers’ Residential Centre in Castle Archdale Country Park in Co. Fermanagh on the shores of Lower Lough Erne.  Formerly where the estate’s  coachman resided it has now been refurbished and offers excellent facilities for residential groups.

Derganagh House is a residential centre owned by the North Eastern Board and is situated in Ballycastle home of the Auld Lamis Fair.  It has excellent facilities and will provide very comfortable surroundings for your break.

Green Park Lodge was originally used as nurses accommodation in the early nineties and is about 3 miles from Belfast’s centre.  Green Park Trust have kindly made this superb accommodation available to CVNIs’ Residential Programme.  Green Park Lodge boasts self contained rooms with good kitchen space.

St. Columb’s Park House is situated in St. Columb’s Park in the city of Derry.  It is surrounded by mature trees and offers easy access to the city delights.  Living facilities are very comfortable.

> SWITZERLAND CHILDCARE
We are looking for a qualified experienced nanny to look after our 3 children (5, 4, and 2) and their new brothers or sisters (twins) when they arrive in September. We live 30 minutes outside Geneva overlooking the French alps. Duties involve complete responsibility for looking after the children including taking and picking them up from school / nursery. A valid driving licence is a must. Please contact me or my wife on 00 44 22 366 2356 or by e-mail on colinf@surfeu.ch

> UK VOLUNTARY WORK 
Voluntary Work at the Monkey Sanctuary. The Monkey Sanctuary accepts applications for volunteer work from people of all nationalities.

General Information: The Monkey Sanctuary is home to a colony of woolly monkeys, established in 1964 as a refuge for ex-pet and ex-zoo woolly monkeys. The Sanctuary received recognition as the first place where this beautiful species of monkey bred outside its own habitat in the South American rainforests. The Sanctuary is open to the public during the summer months. The care of the monkeys is in the hands of an experienced team of people. As a conservation and educational unit run by a small community, the Sanctuary attracts people of varied backgrounds and interests. The Sanctuary team share concern for animal welfare, conservation and global political issues. The Sanctuary is not a scientific centre, rather, a community of people working to better the captive life of the primate community here.

Volunteers: Over the course of a year, the Sanctuary receives several dozen people for voluntary work, with up to seven staying at any one time. First time volunteers are booked in for either two, three or four weeks. Sometimes placements can be extended, depending on requirements at the time. Usually a few people each year stay for longer periods, often people who have volunteered before and wish to return. Volunteers must be 18 years or older to stay in the house. Younger volunteers are accepted, but have to arrange their own accommodation. Volunteers need a workable knowledge of the English language. No qualifications are needed - volunteers usually come because they share a concern for animal welfare, conservation and the need to question people's attitude to other animals. 

Voluntary Work: All year - Volunteers join the Sanctuary team in cleaning monkey territory, preparing monkey food, domestic help, gardening, street collecting and general maintenance. Summer - The Sanctuary is open to the public from Easter to the end of September. During these times volunteers help in various ways: serving in the Sanctuary's vegetarian cafe, and sweeping paths and public areas. Winter: From October to Easter, most work is in the grounds and gardens including monkey territory maintenance. Volunteers help with building, repairing and painting territory structures, management of wildlife friendly areas of the gardens and maintenance of the house and grounds. Volunteers do not work directly with the monkeys under any circumstances. Keepers spend many months learning to recognise not only each individual monkey but also their personalities and the group dynamics. 

Financials: Volunteers pay £35.00* weekly towards the cost of accommodation and food. (*£25.00 students / £15.00 unwaged)

Accommodation and transport: Volunteers live in with the Sanctuary team, sharing a room with other volunteers. Food is provided and is vegetarian. We are unable to help with travel costs. The summer holiday period is very popular, and is therefore often fully booked months in advance. 

For further information, write to: Mike Brown at The Monkey Sanctuary, Looe, Cornwall, PL13 1NZ (Please enclose a stamped addressed envelope with correspondence requiring a reply) or e-mail monkey_sanctuary_uk@compuserve.com The Sanctuary has a website at: http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/monkey_sanctuary_uk/

> KOREA TEACHING ENGLISH
Jisan Ding Ding Dang English School, 1275-3 Bummul-dong Soosung-gu, Taegu, South Korea 706-100 *Tel: +82-53-782-5200 *Fax: +82-53-782-6434 *E-mail: dings@korea.com
1. Brief overview of school. Ding Ding Dang was established in Taegu, the third largest city of South Korea in 1989. Now DDD has 18 franchises in Korea. Jisan DDD opened in 1995 and is still growing. 20 staff members are working here with 490 students. Their ages are from 4 to 15. We are best known as an excellent English school for children. We publish our own text books and also have our own 3 year curriculum for ages from 8 to 13. We have a 2-year kindergarten curriculum for ages from 6 to 7, and a 2-year pre school curriculum for ages from 4 to 5. We have various yearly events, such as Parents' Meeting (same as PTA), Easter, Halloween and Christmas Party. 2. Job title: Native English teacher. 3. Location: Daegu, South Korea. 4. Starting date: August-24, 2001. 5. Qualifications: University B.A. degree. 6. General Job description: 28 hours a week (Our class hours are from 10:00 to 12:00 in the morning and from 3:30 to 8:00 in the afternoon from Monday to Friday. There is no morning class on Saturday and we have classes from 2:00 to 6:30 in the afternoon. ). 7. Pay & Benefits. *Salary: 1,800,000 won (about 1,350 US dollars. 2,120 Canadian dollars) *Paid vacation: 12 paid holidays plus 16 national holidays. *Severance payment: 1,800,000 won after one year. *Accommodation: A double furnished apartment is provided. *Transportation: round trip ticket after one year. *Health insurance. For more information, contact Tess Mun.

> UK IT
Visual Basic programmer required urgently. Good telephone manner. Provide telephone & online help for end users. ASP / Access / Frontpage experience an advantage. Possibility of some sales duties and on site programming. Must have own transport. Option to work from home. Salary dependant on experience. Must be self motivated and work to deadlines. Contact Specialist Software Systems Ltd: recruit@specialist-software.com. Live in Herts / Beds / Bucks area, UK.

> INDONESIA INDUSTRY
We are an established reputable Project Management Company in Malaysia, dealing with international projects involving Power Plants, Power Services, General Construction and IT Consultancy. We seek suitable and highly motivated candidates for the below areas.

1. Coal Fired Boiler Specialist: Possess a recognised Degree in the relevant field; Minimum 10 years working experience in maintenance / design; Able to work independently in planning, operation and controlling all activities on site; Able to liase with clients; Matured and able to lead. Average Salary : US3200/per month including site allowance 

2. Coal and Ash Handling Specialist: Possess a recognised Degree in the relevant field; Minimum 10 years working experience in maintenance / design; Able to work independently in planning, operation and controlling all activities on site; Able to liase with clients; Matured and able to lead. Average Salary: US3200/per month including site allowance.

The above positions will be based in Kalimantan, Indonesia for a contract period of 5 years. Transport and Accomodation will be provided during the contract period. Interested candidates for the above positions are invited to submit a detailed resume (in Microsoft Word 6/ Text File / RTF format) stating current and expected salary, and scanned photograph (if possible) to the our email address no later than 30th August 2001. Arif Tenaga Sdn.Bhd. (Project Management Consultants) Suite 1E, Wisma YPR. Jalan 2/87G. Lorong Kapar, Off Jalan Syed Putra. 58000. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Email: ariftenaga@maxis.net.my Tel: 603-22602526. Fax: 603-22602526. Mobile: 012-234 6810. All or Any nationalities accepted / Visa Arranged by company.

>> FROM THE CLASSIFIED & BULLETIN BOARDS

> GREECE HOSPITALITY
Female staff in a Greek island. Girls are asked for a central coffee bar in Limnos. Vacations can be easily be combined with job. House and a satisfactory salary is provided during all the year. Excellent cooperation is guaranteed. Email info@limnosestate.com 

> UK CHILDCARE
Nessies Nanny and Au Pair Agency. Email Email: nessies@aupairs47.freeserve.co.uk Website: members.tripod.co.uk/aupairs/index.html Au Pairs required. We are an Agency in England, and we are in need of Czech, Slovak, Hungarian, French Au Pairs etc.

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Details of over 30,000 summer jobs in over 50 countries around the world. Jobs for fruit pickers, holiday company representatives, pool attendants, bar staff, kibbutz volunteers, budding archaeologists, farm hands and tour guides are included, plus advice on permits and insurance.

"Packed with details" Sunday Times.

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JAB - THE JOBS ABROAD BULLETIN
A Monthly Bulletin for Finding Jobs Abroad, 
Working Holidays and Gap Year Opportunities
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ISSUE 17 - AUGUST 2001 - PART 3 OF 3

>> STILL RECRUITING 

> WORLDWIDE VOLUNTARY
VSO is an international development charity that works through volunteers. VSO enables people aged 21-68 to share their skills and experience with communities and organisations across the developing world. We passionately believe we can make a difference in tackling poverty and disadvantage by helping people realise their potential.

Placements are in education, health, natural resources, technical trades, engineering, business, communications and social development. Over 1,900 volunteers work in 74 countries in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe and the Pacific. It is a rare privilege to be able to live and work alongside people in differing countries, sharing skills and looking at challenges from very varied perspectives. Most VSO volunteers feel that they learn more than they are able to give and all agree that it is a life-enhancing experience.

VSO placements are mostly for two years and you need to be qualified and usually have 18 months post-qualification work experience. There are also placements for newly qualified graduates prepared to teach Maths, Sciences, English and shorter placements on VSO youth programmes for those aged 17-25. VSO placements are fully funded: fares, insurances, grants, accommodation, modest living allowance, medical cover and pension contributions are all provided. Training in passing on skills and language training are provided where necessary.

VSO currently recruits people of any nationality who are living in the UK, the Netherlands, Canada, the Philippines or Kenya.  For more information see our website www.vso.org.uk or contact: enquiry@vso.org.uk. Alternatively call 020 8780 7500 (Minicom: for hearing impaired enquirers only 020 8780 7440) quoting reference JAB/0801. You can also write to us at VSO, 317 Putney Bridge Road, London SW15 2PN.

> FRENCH ALPS WINTER STAFF
Snowline is a premium Ski Tour Operator providing luxury chalet holidays in the French Alps. We are currently looking for Chalet Hosts, Chalet Managers, Drivers, handypeople and ski guides to join us for the 2001/2 season. For full descriptions of the above jobs, please see our website: www.snowline.co.uk

If you think you have what it takes to provide a high level of customer service in a challenging environment them please contact us on one of the numbers below: 020 8875 9235 or 020 8870 4807. Email: recruitment@snowline.co.uk Must be a British Passport Holder.

> EUROPE TOURISM
Canvas Holidays - Are the pioneers of the self drive camping holiday and work with a number of luxury campsites across Europe. We are looking for enthusiastic, resourceful people to work as Campsite and Children’s Couriers for the 2001 season. Positions are available from March - October 2001. For more information please contact the Overseas Personnel dept. Tel: 01383 644018.  www.canvasholidays.com 

> WORLDWIDE VOLUNTARY
i-to-i have emerged as the UK's most innovative voluntary organisation with placements across 5 continents, lasting from 2 weeks to 1 year. They can send you to any of the following places: Australia | Bolivia | Costa Rica | Ecuador | Ghana | Uganda | Russia | India | Sri Lanka | Nepal | Thailand | Mongolia | China. Placements include TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language), Conservation, Business, Medicine, Media. i-to-i TEFL Courses available both Live and online for £195! Visit www.i-to-i.com or email info@i-to-i.com for more info. T: 0870 333 2332

> WORLDWIDE CRUISE SHIP GIFTSHOP PERSONNEL
You MUST be at least 21 years of age and MUST have at least 2 years of retail / shop experience. Ideally in Clothing, Perfumes / Cosmetics or Jewellery.

Job Description: * Earn a great tax-free income working in the onboard giftshops on luxury cruise ships travelling to many exotic locations throughout the world.

Highlights: Work hard but play harder! * Lots of free time whenever the ship is in port. * Use of ships facilities including; gymnasium, spa, jogging tracks, entertainment, shows, disco's, etc. However, rules do vary between cruise companies. * Own crew bar - the best and cheapest on board! * Meet hundreds of like-minded people from around the world. * Free or discounted excursions/island tours for crew members. * Great career opportunities on board. Always looking to promote up to management. *Complete as many or as few contracts as you wish. * An all-round amazing life experience!

Salary / Pay: Basic wage of $500 per month, around £300, but this doesn't include any commission or tips. Average wage is usually at least $1,000 to $1,500. Also, remember there are no living expenses - free board and as much food as you can possibly eat! Every penny you earn is tax-free, cash-in-hand (exc. US citizens).

Successful individuals must be committed to hard work, and possess a strong flair for building sales through enthusiastic customer service. If you have at least 2 years retail / shop experience and think you've got what it takes to become a successful crew member, then we'd love to hear from you. Email us your CV/resume or send a brief description of your skills and experience and we'll be in touch. All nationalities considered. MK (overseas) Recruitment mkships@aol.com

> EUROPE HOTEL & CATERING
CHOICE HOTELS EUROPE: 112-114 Station Road, Edgware - Middx HA8 7BJ (UK) Own, manage and franchise over 400 hotels in 13 European countries. Assistance can be offered with finding placements / work experiences for E.C. nationals (or those coming under a working visa), but posts are primarily for the UK & Ireland. Applicants must have qualifications / experience of the Hotel / Catering or Tourism / Leisure business + language skills. Minimum length for employment is 6 months (1 year in Front Office). Applications are received all year round (letter + CV in English), Attn Françoise Bernardon, Human Resources Officer, to the address above or via fax (0044) 20 8233 2080 or Email: Fbernardon@ChoiceHotelsEurope.com 

> RUSSIA VOLUNTARY
Would anybody be interested in having a bit of teaching experience in Izhevsk, Russia, let me know. That would involve teaching English at the English evening courses, up to 15 hours a week and additionally teaching almost any classes (if one feels like doing it) at a regular Junior / Junior High School. Can be anything from PE to Physics... (Done in English or any other major language, just let me know which!).

The time one can or wants to start up all this is negotiable. Almost anytime is fine. One up to a few months stay is possible. We will provide you with room (homestay) and board (nothing too fancy, but the basic needs will certainly be covered), forward your visa support papers (all expenses paid), help you arrange your travel around, in, from Russia in the most economical way possible, assist you with itinerary and transportation advice. We will be happy to see you on our outdoor and bicycle trips too. No extra money paid for that, just the regular contribution, everyone makes up to the trip expenses.

Anyone needs more details, drop me a line or two! Web site: http://www.sv-agency.udm.ru Email ji@sv-agency.udm.ru

> GREECE TEACHING ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Many positions available throughout GREECE. We are an agency, but our services to teachers are free. We have a network of teachers throughout the country, and arrange social meetings and professional development activities.

QUALIFICATIONS: BA or BSc; native speaker; British or Irish citizen; prefer RSA Cert. SALARY: 300 - 600 pounds net per month (no tax), health insurance & pension contributions, free accommodation, 4 weeks' paid holiday, bonuses. Phone & Fax 00 30 741 53511. e-mail: jobs@anglo-hellenic.com www.anglo-hellenic.com

> GHANA, RUSSIA, PERU, INDIA, CHINA VOLUNTARY
Volunteer abroad with Cross-Cultural Solutions! Short (2 weeks) or long-term (6 months or more) placements, beginning at various dates year-round. Peru, Ghana, Russia, China, India. Volunteer activities depend on the country but include working with orphans, working with disabled children, working in daycare centers and senior citizens' centers, observing doctors, interviewing local village chiefs, teaching English, and more. Help others while immersing yourself in a foreign culture. A life-changing experience! Any nationalities accepted; visas depend on country.

For more information, please contact: Cross-Cultural Solutions, 47 Potter Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10801 USA. Tel: 914 632 0022 or 800 380 4777. Fax: 914 632-8494. E-mail: info@crossculturalsolutions.org Web site: http://www.crossculturalsolutions.org 
 
> CHINA TEACHING ENGLISH
Delter-Telfort-Mount Royal Business Institute is one of the largest Western joint venture ESL and business school in China with campuses in Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Shenzhen, Wuhan, Changchun, etc. It has been awarded as one of the top ten best colleges since 1996 till now.

We offer only western style working and living facilities in a high class environment. Our compensation package is one of the tops in China compared to many other local schools. Since the living cost is low here, your income will enable you to have a high quality lifestyle and also have higher savings per hour taught than other Asian countries. We also offer scholarship to our staff if they wish to take Delter’s EMBA post-graduate diploma or MBA degree offered by The University of Surrey (SeMs, Surrey European Management School) in China. You can complete the EMBA or MBA studies in China while working as a teacher with Delter. Our ESL teachers will also receive a Delter TESL certificate including training program and more than 500 hours classroom teaching practice at the end or contract. 

We offer English Language, Business Management, Computer Applications and MBA degree studies to both individuals and groups. All of our students are adults and average class size is about 10 students. We hire ESL, Business Management, Computer Applications and MBA teachers.

As we are rapidly growing and opening branch schools across the China, also as the largest Western joint venture business school in China, you have great opportunities to join in our management team and develop your future career in education.

If you are interested in developing your career in China, please contact us by e-mail or fax. Our e-mail: bingL@public3.bta.net.cn Fax: 86-21-6484-1439, or: 86-10-6223-9116. Attn.: Mr. Bing Liang. For more information, please visit our web site: http://www.delter.com Thank you for your attention and see you in China on the top of the Great Wall.

> GREECE TEFL
Looking for work in the largest Tefl market in the world? Look no further, Cambridge Teachers Recruitment agency is the largest and foremost agency for the Greek Tefl market. Established 9 years ago, we have striven to achieve excellence in the field of recruiting Tefl teachers in Greece. We pride ourselves on the fact that we only deal with stringently vetted, accredited and reputable language schools. Employing around 70-80 teachers (individuals and couples) per year to private language schools throughout the Greek mainland and islands, C.T.R sets the standards in the world’s largest Tefl market.

Comprehensive details of schools/areas is given at the interview but below are some of the salient points to consider: 25 hours per week; Sept 2001-May 2002 (some summer work now); Monday-Friday afternoons (4-10pm); Elementary-Advanced classes (up to Cambridge Exams); Young learner to Adult (differs from school to school); Good salary and conditions; Accommodation provided; Health insurance/pension; Holiday pay at Christmas and Easter (4 weeks); Bonuses at Christmas, Easter and summer (2 months extra salary).

In short, C.T.R strives for professionalism and achieves excellence in an ever-expanding European Tefl market. Expect good salary and conditions at some of Greece’s top establishments and, above all, expert advice and a highly competent service. Please contact Andrew Macleod-Smith at C.T.R in Athens to arrange an interview date and time before 19/6/2001 on 003- 01 258 5155, or London 020- 8 686 3733 from 20/6/2001 until 3/09/2001. Email Andrew Macleod-Smith: Macleod_smith_andrew@hotmail.com. UK and Irish nationals only.

> SPAIN ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
Spanish Environmental Research/Education Centre. We are currently looking for volunteers for our research centre in Southern Spain, Sunseed Desert Technology. Here research, education and ecological living are uniquely combined. We aim to find and spread new ways to reclaim desert soils and to help people living on arid land, by developing appropriate and sustainable technologies and agricultural methods for use in Third World countries. Education of volunteers through our research and also through demonstrating sustainable living is an important part of our work. If you are interested in experiencing this unique project, visit our website at www.sunseed.org.uk to find out about our working holidays (either short term or long term) or gap year placements.

We are also currently looking for new staff to join our team. Staff receive a small weekly allowance, food and accommodation and a chance to gain experience working with volunteers. If you have relevant qualifications or experience in the fields of Appropriate Technology, Construction and Maintenance, organic gardening or Sustainable living and Community, send your CV and covering letter, stating which job you are applying for, to Debra Smith, 11 Ffordd Y Capel, Efail  Isaf, Pontypridd, Mid Glamorgan, CF38 1AP or email at debrasm@hotmail.com or telephone 01443 201596.

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Live & Work in Italy - http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/1854581821/payaway 
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> SPAIN TEACHING ENGLISH
We are looking for a part-time Tefl teacher in a small but expanding language academy, situated on the Atlantic coast in Spain. Applicants must have experience AND a TEFL qualification. The successful applicant would be expected to teach up to 5 groups, 3 times a week during the afternoons (mornings would be free!). Conil de la frontera is a small fishing village in the most southern part of Spain and an ideal place to come and work and live if you are looking for a relaxed life style. The post is from the last week in September 2001 and is for a duration of 9 months. Position open to native English speaker with permission to live and work in Europe. Contact Academia Atlantika: David.Milward@Hotmail.com

> SOUTH AFRICA VOLUNTARY
Abundant Life Ministries are looking for qualified teachers to do volunteer work at a Christian School in King William`s Town, South Africa. Open to all nationalities, with South African visa, we will provide accommodation. Email Pastor Danie Rossouw pastor@border.co.za

> GERMANY CHILDCARE
British Au-pair (20+) required for 2 boys aged 8 and 1,5. Should be unconventional, creative, caring and responsible. Contact mirja_lindberg@hotmail.com for further information.

> UK CHILDCARE
NNEB/NVQ3 or equivalent nursery nurses needed for a private day nursery in Ascot and Berkshire. We can offer a competative wage, Help with accommodation if required, Training available, Free Uniform. Free use of Gym, Squash courts, Tennis Courts, Swimming Pool and Golf. Free parking, Train station 5 minutes walk. If you feel you would like to join our happy family please contact Jay or Becka on 01344 873140 for more information, otherwise please send a copy of your CV to Edith Rose Day Nursery, South Lodge, Station Road, Sunningdale, Ascot. Berkshire.

> UK CHILDCARE
We are an Agency in the UK, looking for Au Pairs that would like to be an Au Pair with Families. Czechs, Slovaks, Turkish, French, Hungary, German, Dutch, Belgium, Slovenians, Slovaks, and Croatians required. Nessies Nanny and Au Pair nessies@aupairs47.freeserve.co.uk

> CHINA TEACHING ENGLISH
Dongya University and Dongya School Group. Dongya University and Dongya School Group is in fact one institution. The institution comprises one kindergarten, one primary school, one junior high school, one senior high school and a university. The School Group is a unique institution in China. The university is its apex. There are 13000 students in all, 5500 of whom are studying in the university. The institution is located in the downtown area of the city of Qiqihar, Heilongjiang Province, which is China's most northeastern province. The city is the second largest city in the province with 5.5 million population. It is a modern city. There are some interesting local sights, such as Longsha Park where ice sculpture and architecture are made every winter, and Zhalong Crane Reserve, where the rare red capped crane is found. These places attract a lot of tourists from home and abroad. 

Dongya University and other schools in Dongya School Group are looking for native speakers to teach Conversational English in their schools. We have 6 positions to fill, three of which are for the university, two of which are for the middle schools and one for the primary school. 

Job Descriptions - For teachers on one-year contract: At the university level, the teachers will teach Conversational English / Business English / other courses such as reading and writing. At junior / Senior high school level, the teachers will teach Conversational English.  At primary school level the teachers will teach children to learn English. For all the teachers, the teaching load will be 20 contact (real) hours a week, 14 of which will be spent teaching ordinary lessons, 6 of which will be spent teaching our Conversational English Classes at weekends. The teachers may be required to have informal conversation with students or teachers. The maximum teaching load is 20 contact hours. During the winter and summer, the teachers are required to teach in our winter and summer programs. 

Qualifications - For teachers on one-year contract: At university level we require at least a good four year degree, together with specific TEFL/TESL training (RSA/Cambridge CELTA or equivalent is preferred). At high school level and primary levels we require a bachelor's degree plus an appropriate teacher education qualification. Specific TEFL/TESL training is also required, either within the teacher education studies or in addition to them. We are looking for team workers with pleasant personality who are willing to share their teaching experience with other teachers 

Benefit Packages - Dongya offers the following benefits for teachers on one-year contracts: 1. SALARY: Salary will be set between 3500 and 4000 RMB, depending on qualifications and experience. RMB is the same unit of currency as the internationally known Yuan, and its value usually hovers around 8 RMB per US$. This salary is clearly much higher than local teachers earn (The average salary for the local teachers who do the similar jobs is about 1000 RMB), and is sufficient for a person to live comfortably, and to save for travel, especially for travel within China. 2.HOLIDAYS: The teachers have three weeks paid vacation for one-year contract. The teachers also have two consecutive days off in a week and other public holidays. 3.ACCOMMODATION: A two-room furnished flat is provided rent free with TV, refrigerator and other facilities. 4.TRAVEL EXPENSES: For each teacher, one economy class return airfare will be reimbursed at the completion of the contract period. There is a limit of US$1000 to this offer, and the flight should be by the most direct route possible between the teacher's hometown and Beijing or other international airport which is close to Qiqihar. A return train fare between Beijing and Qiqihar will be paid for and arranged by Dongya.  5.MEDICAL CARE: The teachers are provided free medical cover up to 500 RMB. 6.FREE MANDARIN LESSONS: Free mandarin lessons of 2 academic hours each week will be provided in the evenings or on public holidays.

OUR SUMMER PROGRAMME: We are also looking for native speakers for our summer programme. The qualifications are as above for the university and high school level. Teacher trainers are preferred, but applications from others are welcome. The teachers are required to teach students conversational English and do some teacher training. Dongya offers the following benefits for summer programme teachers: 1.We offer 5000 RMB for 6 weeks. The teaching load will be 20 contact hours per week, with one and a half days free per week. 2 Accommodation will be provided free, and meals are available cheaply at the university cafeteria. 3. Local sightseeing will be arranged by at no cost of the teachers. 

STARTING DATES: For one-year contract, the starting date is 1 September, 2001. For summer program, the starting date is 16July and the closing date is 24August, including briefing, preparation, debriefing (program evaluation), and sightseeing sessions. Contact person: Mr Li Cai, Head of School of Foreign Language Studies, and Teacher Recruitment Manager. Telephone: ++86 452 2410042. Fax: ++86 452 2410042. Email: dong.ya.university@lycos.com

> UK FRUIT PICKING
Fruit Pickers from mid June to the end of September. Paid daily in cash. Campsite near farm. All pickers must be able to work legally in the UK.  Please see our website for more information: http://members.netscapeonline.co.uk/chandlerdunn/

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