Job Openings Norland Governess | Dubai

About the job Norland Governess | Dubai

Location: Al Barsha South, Dubai
Salary: £75,000–£95,000 gross per annum (approx. AED 30,600–38,750 monthly)
Benefits: Separate apartment provided, flights, visa, medical insurance
Children: G10, G7 & G5
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 10 hours per day 
Start date
: ASAP / flexible for the right candidate

A wonderful opportunity for a Norland-trained governess to build a life in Dubai with a warm, well-established Arabic family, caring for their three daughters, aged 10, 7 and 5. The mother grew up in the United Kingdom and wants that same British upbringing for her girls, with someone who can be a genuine role model as they grow. The family have had a governess in this role for years, so routines are already in place and it's a settled, happy household to join. There's also a two-year-old son, cared for by his own nanny.

Care of the three girls during working hours, with real scope to shape their days. The nanny will support their school and homework, manners and confidence-building, outings, beach afternoons, and all the things that make growing up in Dubai brilliant. There will also be travel in the role.

Duties include:

  • Planning and delivering educational and recreational activities, both at home and out
  • Organising outings and excursions, from the beach to Dubai's best family days out
  • Managing the weekly schedule and daily routines
  • Instilling manners, respect and good conduct, central to the family's values
  • Supporting the girls' schooling and development day to day
  • Travelling with the family
  • Working alongside the family's existing nanny to keep the household running smoothly
  • Communicating clearly and regularly with the parents
  • The Ideal Candidate
  • Norland-trained or equivalent
  • Proven experience as a governess or nanny within a private household
  • Experience with children of a similar age range
  • British-educated, with a strong understanding of British childcare and educational standards
  • Comfortable working within an Arabic household while maintaining a British-style routine
  • Calm, organised and able to work independently
  • Driving licence an advantage, not essential