School Gap Assistants

Are you interested in becoming a school gap assistant in Australia? Don't miss this exciting opportunity to get work experience for your CV! Become a 'gappie' at an Aussie school and work Down Under. Are you aged between 17-24? Are you a school leaver or graduate with previous childcare experience? Then you can apply to become a school gap assistant in Australia! 'Gappies' assist teaching academic classes, coach sports and help with homework. 'Gappies' also assist with extra-curricular activities and help with the smooth running of the school.

Do you want to spice up your CV? Becoming a school gap assistant is the ideal way to gain great work experience abroad. Plus you'll earn some spending money at the same time! As a 'gappie' you will help out at an Australian boarding school for either a 6 or 11 month placement. Make the most of every moment, working alongside school staff and getting immersed in every element of school life. All term-time accommodation and meals are included. You also get a weekly allowance so you can save up to travel and explore Oz - awesome!

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Assist in Aussie Schools

As a school gap assistant in Australia you'll soon become part of the school family. You'll live on campus and soon get stuck in to your 'gappie' role!  You'll help kids aged between 3 and 18 to learn and enjoy a range of academic, sporting and other activities. If you have specific skills in a certain area then you can put these to good use. Share them with the kids in the classroom or on the sports field!

Free food and accommodation

During term time, 'gappies' get free accommodation at the school and all meals included. This all-in-one Australian school gap assistant package means that you don't have to worry about living expenses in term time. You can save your pennies to travel in the school holidays!

Earn an allowance

Aussie school gap assistants are paid an allowance of between AUD75 and AUD250 per week. This means that you'll have money to spend on any extras you want while you are abroad. Or you can save up to travel and explore Australia!

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