EH208 - Nanny/Governess - Dubai

British American Household Staffing; Dubai; On-site; AED 279,000 - 334,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days paid leave

Visa and medical insurance covered

Separate apartment provided if living out

Job summary

British American Household Staffing is looking for a dynamic and professional nanny/governess for a busy expat household in Dubai. The ideal candidate should have experience in the Middle East, manage dual-household dynamics, and engage with children involving sports and academic structure. Responsibilities include helping the children develop life skills and providing assistance during international travels. The position offers a competitive salary of AED 25,000 - 30,000 per month with flexible working hours and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be a British or European passport holder.
• Native-level command of English is required.
• Previous experience working in the Middle East is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the children learn to tidy after themselves and develop impeccable manners.
• Provide structure for schoolwork and liaise with schools as needed.
• Participate in swimming and tennis with the children.
• Help children navigate a two-household schedule with sensitivity.
• Accompany the family on frequent international holidays.

Skills

Experience with divorced family dynamics

Ability to engage with neurodiverse children

Physical and sporty

Emotional maturity

Job description

Overview

A dynamic, professional, and active nanny/governess is required for a busy expat household in Dubai. Following a recent family transition, the mother is seeking a mature, thinking "team-player" to help mentor her three sons, aged 8, 10, and 12 years, into well-mannered, independent young men.

The ideal candidate has previous experience in the Middle East and understands the nuances of managing life across two households.

The schedule will be 6-days per week with split shifts: 6:00 AM – 9:00 AM (school run/tidying) and 2:00 PM – 8:30 PM (after-school activities/bedtime). On Saturdays and holidays, the candidate would be required to work a full day (starting at 8:00 AM). Flexibility is required to partner with a working mother.

There are two households; the candidate will be required to manage the transition to the father’s home one night a week. Experience with divorced family dynamics is essential.

This is a fully staffed household, and the candidate must be a team player. Theposition is to start as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• Focus on "life skills," ensuring the children learn to tidy after themselves and develop impeccable manners.


• Provide structure for schoolwork and homework; liaise with schools as needed.


• The eldest son is neurodiverse; the candidate must be able to engage him in high-level discussions regarding his interests (politics, history).


• Be "physical and sporty"—participating in swimming, tennis, and joining in with the boys and their friends.


• Help the children navigate a two-household schedule (mother/father) with sensitivity and professional boundaries.


• Accompany the family on frequent international holidays and business trips.

Qualifications

• The ability to speak Hindi is a bonus


• A valid driver's license is a plus for personal independence.

Requirements

• British or European passport holders (the family travels regularly)


• A native-level command of English.


• Proven experience working in theMiddle East


• Prior experience managingdual-household dynamicsis mandatory.


• Bubbly, high-energy, and mature. You must be able to "read a room" and set firm but fair boundaries with the children, offering emotional maturity


• Encourage and join in with the children's activities - tennis, karate, swimming, etc.


• Must be comfortable with a Siberian cat.

Salary and Benefits

• AED 25,000 - 30,000 per month (depending on experience)


• 6-day working week


• Live-in or live-out – if you live out, a separate apartment can be provided.


• 30 days paid leave


• Open to relocating the right candidate.


• Visa and medical Insurance covered