We do like our homesitters to be generally available throughout the year. This is because (a) we are busy all year round, and (b) clients often want the same Homesitter at different times of the year.
No. We request that you meet your friends or family away from the clients’ properties, during your permitted absence periods. This may seem rather restrictive, but understandably clients like to know the people who will be in their home.
The average length of an assignment is about two weeks, but there are lots of opportunities to sit for shorter periods – or considerably longer periods.
Certainly not! But the aim of home sitting is to look after the client’s property, Children, pets and loved ones who require special care, so our absence periods have to be limited. We aim to achieve a sensible balance between taking Proper responsibility for our clients’ homes, Children, pets and loved ones who require special care, Allowing you the chance to explore new areas.
Yes – you must be experienced in running your own Home. Our employees are “surrogate homeowners” Which means that they must be able to apply their Domestic skills to the needs of the client. Many Homesits include the care of children, pets, loved ones who require special care so a liking for children, people and pets, some hands-on experience is also a Great asset.
Yes, we provide safety insurance which covers you whilst you are working for us.
