Governess / Private Educator (SEN Awareness) – Luxury Estate

Le Chene; Dubai; On-site; AED 183,000 - 219,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private accommodation provided

International travel expenses covered

Job summary

Le Chene in Dubai seeks an experienced Governess/Private Educator to oversee education and daily routines for two young children aged 5 and 3. You will deliver structured learning, nurture language and sensory development, and support SEN needs within a fully staffed estate.

You will collaborate with parents, educators, and specialists, coordinating routines, travel, and enrichment activities. A UK-style teaching qualification is preferred, with flexibility for international travel and

Qualifications

• Proven governess/educator experience in UHNW or high-profile households.
• Strong knowledge of early childhood development for ages 2–6.
• Excellent English communication and high discretion.
• Flexible for international travel and dynamic schedules.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured age-appropriate learning for a 5-year-old (literacy, phonics, numeracy, handwriting).
• Guide language, sensory development, and school readiness for the 3-year-old.
• Provide SEN support and coordinate with parents, teachers, and specialists as needed.
• Establish daily routines, coordinate nursery homework, and plan extracurriculars.

Skills

Governess experience

Early childhood development

English fluency

Discretion

Education

QTS

Norland trained

Montessori

Tools

Paediatric First Aid/CPR

Job description

Le Chene is supporting an Ultra-High-Net-Worth (UHNW) family in Dubai to appoint an experienced Governess / Private Educator to oversee the educational development, early learning, and daily routines of two young children (aged 5 and 3).

Scope

• Educational & Developmental Support: Deliver structured, age-appropriate learning in literacy, phonics,numeracy, handwriting, and school readiness for the 5-year-old, while guiding early play-based learning, language,and sensory development for the 3-year-old.
• SEN & Behavioral Guidance: Support emotional regulation, attention, sensory, and behavioral needs, working alongside parents, teachers, and specialists as required.
• Routine & Enriched Learning: Establish structured daily routines, manage homework/nursery coordination, and curate engaging extracurricular activities, cultural outings, and positive social interactions.
• Hands-On Care & Travel: Provide supportive, hands-on childcare within a fully staffed estate, adapting flexibly during international family travel, holidays, and schedule changes.

Profile

• Proven experience as a Governess, Private Educator, or Governess/Nanny within UHNW or high-profile private households
• Strong knowledge of early childhood development (ages 2–6) and structured learning frameworks
• Practical SEN experience (or exposure to sensory, attention, or behavioral support) is highly desirable
• Relevant early childhood or teaching qualifications (e.g., QTS, Norland, CACHE Level 3+, Montessori, or SEN certification) preferred
• Native-level or fluent English communication skills
• Full flexibility for international travel, valid Paediatric First Aid/CPR certification, and high discretion

Compensation & Package

• Base Salary: Starting from AED 18,000+ per month (negotiable based on candidate caliber, SEN credentials, and background)
• Package: Private accommodation provided, international travel expenses covered
• Location: Dubai, UAE (with international travel)