Mrs Barrett, an English-speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help her in her home for a few hours a day next summer. Write a letter to Mrs Barrett. In your letter: • suggest how you could help her in her home • say why you would like to do this work • explain when you will and will not be available
Dear Mrs. Barrett
I am writing to the advert you have posted recently to inform you that I would like to be considered for the position you are offering for the next summer.
As next summer, I am going to stay in town, I can do some of your stuff. I have prior experience in cleaning the house because I worked for a housing service company for 1 year when I came here.
Also
, I have previous experience in babysitting. Linking Words
As a result
, I could take care of your child if you would like to.
Honestly, I am saving money for the holiday that I have planned to visit my own country next year. Linking Words
Consequently
, it costs me a fortune to afford the cost of accommodation and flight. So, I am quite keen on working for you.
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Additionally
, for next summer, I was offered a position in the hall of residents to be responsible for catering from 9 in the morning to 3 PM. Linking Words
Then
, I got a couple of hours as spare time. I would like to help you do your chores or any duties that you consider for me. I am available from June to September.
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position and I look forward to hearing from you. Please contact me if you need any Linking Words
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details.
Yours faithfully,
John SmithLinking Words
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