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Childcare & Social Welfare Work

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4 - 24 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+

rating  Perfect 4.6  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Good response rate

Highlights

  • Program centers include childcare centers, safe houses for women and children, creches and kindergartens
  • Ideate to make the functioning of the center smoother and more congenial for the beneficiaries
  • Explore the city on weekends and places such as Table Mountain, Robben Island, Lion’s Head and Camps Bay
  • Make memories for life with fellow participants from around the world

Especially good for

Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups
50+

About the program

Work for the welfare of the local community and underprivileged children in Cape Town

All volunteers usually work alongside local staff or supervisors at the project and plan different activities with the children as well. All Social Welfare and childcare projects are keen to have volunteered so that they can bring in new ideas and also help the overburdened staff. The projects are ...

About the program

All volunteers usually work alongside local staff or supervisors at the project and plan different activities with the children as well. All Social Welfare and childcare projects are keen to have volunteered so that they can bring in new ideas and also help the overburdened staff. The projects are located in Cape Town's townships and suburban areas which are socially disadvantaged areas of the city.

The project is highly recommended for, both, short term and long term volunteers. Short term volunteers gain an insight into the local culture along with providing the much-needed help at the projects, while the volunteers who join for a longer period are able to make a greater impact on the community and the project they work in.

Volunteers working for childcare and social welfare program in Cape Town will be expected to fulfill the following tasks on a daily basis;

  • Feeding, clothing and playing with the children
  • Assisting children with homework.
  • Meal preparation and assistance in general activities at the project.
  • Involve the children in art, craft, dance and drama activities.

Typical day

Sunday - Arrival at Cape Town (all volunteers stay in volunteer house for the first day)
Monday - Orientation + transfer to the respective accommodations. The orientation session will be conducted by the local coordinator, covering topic areas; such as safety, culture, language, places to visit, ...

Typical day

Sunday - Arrival at Cape Town (all volunteers stay in volunteer house for the first day)
Monday - Orientation + transfer to the respective accommodations. The orientation session will be conducted by the local coordinator, covering topic areas; such as safety, culture, language, places to visit, behavior, food, and other suggestions over things to do in South Africa.
Tuesday to Fri - Volunteer work
  • Breakfast - 06:30 am to 07:30 am (provided at the accommodation)
  • Leave for the project - 07:30 am
  • Working hours at the placement - 08:00 am to 03:00 pm
  • Lunch - 12:30 pm to 02:00 onwards (volunteers staying in the volunteer house need to manage lunch on their own)
  • Dinner - 06:00 pm onwards (volunteers staying in the volunteer house need to manage dinner on their own)
The same volunteer work schedule continues from the second week onwards

Free-time activities

Cape Town has so much to offer for travelers and there is a lot to do on the weekends and during the free time. Volunteers usually take the Garden Route tours on the weekend or explore the beautiful beaches of Cape Town. You can also do a full day Cape Point Tour and head south to Cape of Good Hope. ..

Free-time activities

Cape Town has so much to offer for travelers and there is a lot to do on the weekends and during the free time. Volunteers usually take the Garden Route tours on the weekend or explore the beautiful beaches of Cape Town. You can also do a full day Cape Point Tour and head south to Cape of Good Hope. On a free day, you can do a trek up to Table Mountain or just chill out at the Waterfront area. There is a lot to do and you will never have a dull day in the beautiful city of Cape Town.


Requirements

Requirements

Minimum Age: 18 years

In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

Language Skills

You need to speak English (intermediate level)

Criminal Background Check

required

Required Documents

CV and Police Check Report

Nationality Restrictions

No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

Time Commitment

Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

What's Included

What's Included

Services by Volunteering Solutions

What are you Paying for?
  •  24 hrs Assistance and support from Staff
  •  Comprehensive Pre- Departure Information
  •  Airport Pickup from Cape Town International Airport
  •  Orientation
  •  Food (All meals at host family accommodation and only breakfast if staying at volunteer hostel accommodation)
  •  Accommodation in the volunteer house or host family
  •  Travel & Medical Insurance (Available at an extra cost)

Airport Pickup at Cape Town International Airport

Volunteers are picked up from the Cape Town International Airport by a representative and transferred to the volunteers hostel accommodation by a shuttle transfer.

Accommodation

Volunteering Solutions arranges accommodation for volunteers in a Volunteer hostel or in homestays in local communities. The Volunteer hostel is a dormitory-style accommodation situated in the Observatory area of Cape Town. The rooms in the hostel typically have 4-8 people per room. The Observatory accommodation is located in a beautiful suburb of Cape Town, about 20 minutes from the city center. The hostel is perfectly situated close to shops, restaurants, public transport, and some of the best beaches in the world! The areas are also very safe. 

Accommodation is also available in host families located in suburban Cape Town.

Food & Beverages

Volunteers staying at the hostel accommodation are provided with supplies for breakfast which they can cook on own. Breakfast usually consists of eggs, cereals, fruit, toast, tea/coffee, etc. For lunch and dinner participants eat out, cook at home or order food from restaurants. If you have any special dietary needs, please inform us in advance. 

For those participants staying at host family accommodations, all meals are included except on day of arrival.

Internet Access

Good access at the project site

What's NOT included?

What's NOT included?

Flight Tickets

The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town. We assist you to find cheap flights to South Africa. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

Travel Insurance

Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for South Africa provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

Vaccines

If you are intending to volunteer in South Africa you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for South Africa. VACCINE CHECKER

Details on arrival

2023
  • October - 08,15,22,29
  • Nov - 05,12,19,26

2024 
  • Jan - 07,14,21,28
  • Feb - 04,11,18,25
  • March - 03,10,17,24,31
  • April - 07,14,21,28
  • May - 05,12,19,26
  • June - 02,09,16,23,30
  • Jul - 07,14,21,28
  • Aug - 04,11,18,25
  • Sept - 01,08,15,22,29
  • Oct - 06,13,20,27
  • Nov - 03,10,17,24

Availability
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Program fees

4 weeks (min. stay) 1,003€
5 weeks 1,149€
6 weeks 1,295€
7 weeks 1,442€
8 weeks 1,588€
24 weeks (max. stay) 3,927€
Average fees 207€/week

Program fees

207€ per week 4 - 24 weeks Age 18 - 50+

Payment methods

Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

NO CREDIT CARD FEES


Duration

4 - 24 weeks

Deposit

The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.


Final Payment

Your final payment will be agreed with Volunteering Solutions during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.


Meet your organization

Volunteering Solutions

Perfect 4.6 rating (43 reviews)

Agency - founded in 2007

Verified by Volunteer World

  Good response rate

Coordinated by

Sahil

About the project

Providing placements to overseas travelers under several different volunteer projects in 25 different destinations across Asia, Africa, South America and Europe.

Meet your organization

Who we are?

Volunteering Solutions was established in 2006 with the aim of changing the face of volunteer traveling, and in the last 10 years, we have had more than 15,000 volunteers who completed their journeys with life changing experiences. Nicknamed as VolSol, we provide the best volunteer and intern opportunities to interested candidates from different parts of the world, and we ensure that each of them gets the maximum out of the program they choose.

As an organization, we have a cross-cultural set up in all our offices across the world. We have people from different countries, cultures and ethnicities working for us in order to make the process of volunteer traveling smoother and more flexible.

We have dedicated coordinators at each volunteer destination, coming from different countries.We take care of the volunteer’s placement, traveling, accommodation, meals and security. 

What we do?

Currently, Volunteering Solutions operates in more than 25 countries, providing more than 100 volunteering and interning options ranging from Child Care, Teaching, Medical and Healthcare, Community Development, Marine Conservation and much more. Most of our volunteers are high school students, couples, corporate groups and individuals on their summer break or gap year.

We are in collaboration with NGOs, schools, hospitals, orphanages, HIV/AIDS clinics, women groups and other social welfare organizations all across the globe. Each of these organizations have been working at the grassroot level for years, and successfully contributed towards the development of the concerned people. VolSol has ensured that the contribution of every volunteer is counted, and there’s sustainable growth.

Our mission/vision

Our mission is to offer the most comprehensive volunteer abroad experience to travelers from all walks of life, with a vision to promote ethical and sustainable travelling. We aim to make a difference in the lives of the unprivileged people in different parts of the world and to bridge the gap between the volunteers and the host communities to establish a 'Win-Win' situation for both.

Who are we looking for?

Travelers who are flexible in their approach, dedicated to provide their time and effort, and determined to make a difference in the society. Our volunteers come from all walks of life; be it a high school student or a retired professor. Any and everyone can join our projects, as long as they have the determination to be the part of volunteering brigade. The minimum age requirement to join our programs is 17 years, while, there's no maximum age limit. One need not have any particular degree or qualification to join our programs, and all we look for is the dedication and flexibility in the volunteer. 

Please Note: For our medical programs, volunteers need to be pre-med/medical/or certified doctors.

Why choose us?

Not only our placements are the safest, but also are one of the most affordable all over the world. Our credibility reflects from not only as a registered member of WYSE Travel Confederation, but also from the 11k+ satisfied volunteers whom we have placed in the last over a decade of our operations. 

For the internship programs, participants opting for Medical and Healthcare projects get to work with professionals and learn how to deal in emergency situations. Our internship programs are crafted and designed in a way that every participant gets to know about the medical scenario of the particular country. It is both an inward and outward journey - inward, as you’ll get to learn a lot through first hand experience, and outward, as the society will be benefitted by your contribution.

43 reviews · rating4.6

Mari Den rating2.8

2023 at Childcare & Social Welfare Work

It was a amazing expierience and there is so much to do in capetown, however it would have been amazing To spend more time with the children in the townships instead of the privat kindergarten :) ...
Beatriz Martin rating5

2021 at Childcare & Social Welfare Work

My experience in wehaf has been incredible. I never imagined that I could learn so much and meet such wonderful people. Tedy, the mothers and their children make this experience unique and you feel like a family. I would like to repeat this great ...
Valeria Carcaiso rating4.8

2024 at Teach English to Young Monks

I stayed in Chiang Mai, Thailand, for two weeks. I really wish I could stay there more, because I had a wonderful experience and a longer program would have made it even greater. I supported a Thai teacher at Chetupon Suksa School, helping novice Buddhist monks to learn English. The kids were ...
Lea Haller rating4.8

2023 at Support the Sea Turtle Ecosystem

It was different then excepted, but amazing. I loved the turtles and already miss them soo much. Even tho the turtles were amazing, they were not the best part of my trip. The people in the Aasha House made it so Spezial and every single day to an amazing day which I will never forget. It was the ...
Uzma Ijaz rating3

2023 at Medical & Healthcare Assistant

Cusco is a beautiful city and I felt so thankful being able to be there. After work I had plenty of free time to explore the city and do excursions during the weekends. Note: only partake in this program if you are fluent in Spanish! No one at the clinic spoke any English nor did my host family. I ...
I had the most amazing experience in Sri Lanka! Thanks to Tatiane and the team for wonderful support and trip. Highly recommend Volunteering Solutions! The airport pickup was a bit delayed due to local conditions, but I was in constant contact with the coordinator and Tati on WhatsApp. The house ...

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