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Traineeship

Traineeship title: Sociocultural Animator

Reference: N154353/20/MADEIRA
Hosting period start: 01/06/2026
Hosting period end: 30/11/2026
Region
Madeira
Country
Portugal
Traineeship start date:
01/07/2026
Traineeship end date:
30/11/2026
Traineeship Duration:
Approximately 5 months
Deadline
30/04/2026
Work Schedule
09H30 to 13H00 and from 14H00 to 17H30 monday to friday
Location
Funchal
Traineeship Area:
Education and Pedagogy
Period and duration of the language course:
The Portuguese language course takes place during the first month of the internship (1 June to 30 June 2026).
Includes Trips
No
Description of the tasks to be undertaken by the trainee(s):

Assistance in recreational-pedagogical activities with children, young people and adults with developmental disorders and autism. Craft activities will be carried out at tables, school worksheets, outdoor activities such as playing ball and traditional games. Going outside, going to the beach, parks, museums.
The aim is that even if you do not have experience dealing with autism, you come willingly and learn to work with them. They are sweet and learn well and create emotional bonds with their monitors. It is a rewarding experience and of great relevance for your professional future.

Profile of the Trainee

Qualifications

Degree in Sociocultural Animator or Social Service or Educator

Personal and Social Skills

Punctual, assiduous, responsible, team spirit, sociable, pro-active, dynamic

Language Skills

Portuguese or English or spanish

Information Technology (IT) Skills

Word, Excel, and Powerpoint

Other Skills

Other Skills

Language Competences
Understanding
Speaking
Language
Listening
Reading
Spoken Interaction
Spoken Production
Writing
English
A1
A1
A1
A1
A1