International Governess, Job ID J1E2A9

A prestigious VVIP family based in Dubai is looking for a highly qualified Governess or Norland-trained Nanny to take on an important educational and developmental role for their three children. This position focuses on education and development, acting as the main point of contact between the school and the family, liaising with teachers, and ensuring that the children are keeping up with their studies and completing their homework. The successful candidate will create a structured yet inspiring learning environment, encouraging curiosity, good study habits, and a genuine love of learning. The ideal candidate will be highly qualified, ideally Norland-trained or with an equivalent background, and will have solid experience working with school-aged children in fully staffed, formal households. They should be discreet, professional, and willing to sign an NDA. Flexibility and a willingness to travel frequently are essential, as the family spends significant time abroad. A valid first aid qualification is a requirement for this position.

Working hours: 6 days per week, 10 to 12 hours per day

Accommodation: Separate bedroom and bathroom within the palace. Sharing a bedroom with another nanny during travel time.

Duties include:

• Coordinating daily activities and supervising transportation to and from all engagements, playdates, appointments, classes, activities
• The nanny must be prepared to plan fun and engaging activities to entertain the children, including lots of time outdoors
• Organising and planning clubs for holidays, forward planning for future holidays
• Liaise with team on any upcoming events
• Organise gifts for upcoming children’s parties
• Organise gifts, books, hampers etc for holidays or events
• Check all children’s supplies and replace when required
• Check school app daily - organise anything needed for school
• Check household email daily and respond where required
• Flag anything important to the team where relevant
• Calendar management and organising any activities, play dates etc.
• Assisting with school pick up and drop off when necessary
• Housekeeping on behalf of the children (this doesn’t include laundry, but wardrobe management, playroom management etc).

They seek someone who can start as soon as possible.

To learn more about this International Governess role, please apply and a consultant will contact you with more information.

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: £1,200 to £1,500 net per week

Location: Dubai, UAE + Worldwide travel (Europe + London mainly)