GOVERNESS - UHNW family (Job Location: Dubai)

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Dubai seeks an experienced Governess or Private Educator to support two children aged 3 and 5 with education, development and wellbeing through structured learning activities. The role requires warmth, professionalism and experience in private households.

You will coordinate literacy, numeracy and school readiness, travel with the family as needed and collaborate with parents, teachers and therapists to sustain a stimulating learning environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Governess, Governess/Nanny or Private Educator
• Extensive hands-on experience with children aged approximately 2-6 years
• Strong understanding of early childhood development, literacy, phonics, numeracy and school readiness
• Confident in managing children's behaviour and establishing consistent boundaries

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate educational activities for learning and development
• Support literacy, phonics, reading, handwriting and numeracy for the 5-year-old
• Introduce the 3-year-old to early learning through play, books and sensory activities
• Reinforce school and nursery learning at home
• Monitor progress and report to parents
• Travel with the family as required and coordinate with teachers/therapists

Skills

Native English

Child development

Literacy support

Behaviour management

Private household experience

Education

Paediatric First Aid / CPR

Job description

We are seeking an experienced, highly professional and nurturing Governess / Private Educator to join an esteemed UHNW private family in Dubai.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the educational, developmental and overall wellbeing of two young children, aged 3 and 5, through structured, engaging and age-appropriate learning activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Governess or Private Educator who combines strong educational expertise with a warm, caring approach and understands the expectations of working within a fully staffed, high-profile private household.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate educational activities to support the children's learning and development.
• Support the 5-year-old with literacy, phonics, reading, handwriting, numeracy and school readiness.
• Introduce the 3-year-old to early learning through play, books, language, music and sensory activities.
• Reinforce school and nursery learning at home.
• Monitor educational progress and provide regular updates to parents.
• Support attention, emotional regulation, sensory and behavioural development where required.
• Work collaboratively with parents, teachers, therapists and other professionals.

Childcare & Daily Routines

• Provide additional childcare support and assist with daily routines when required.
• Support children's meal and snack arrangements.
• Maintain consistent routines, positive behaviour and appropriate boundaries.
• Encourage independence, good manners and positive sibling relationships.
• Oversee school preparation, homework, reading and educational requirements.
• Liaise with teachers and keep parents informed of school-related matters.
• Research and organise extracurricular activities, sports, arts, cultural experiences, outings and playdates.
• Create an engaging and stimulating learning environment.

International Travel

• Travel internationally with the family as required.
• Maintain educational routines and developmental activities while travelling.
• Prepare appropriate learning resources and activities for travel.
• Adapt to changing schedules, time zones and different environments.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Significant experience as a Governess, Governess/Nanny or Private Educator with strong educational responsibilities.
• Extensive hands-on experience with children aged approximately 2-6 years.
• Strong understanding of early childhood development, literacy, phonics, numeracy and school readiness.
• Confident in managing children's behaviour and establishing consistent boundaries.
• Warm, caring, energetic, organised and proactive personality.
• Experience working within private households and alongside other childcare professionals.
• Native-level or fluent English.
• Excellent references and willingness to undergo background checks.
• Current Paediatric First Aid / CPR certification.
• Genuine interest in a long-term position.

Highly Desirable

• Previous experience within UHNW, VVIP, royal, presidential or other high-profile private households.
• Combined Governess and Nanny experience.
• Private tutoring or teaching experience within a private family.
• Practical SEN experience, including behavioural, sensory, attention or developmental support.
• Relevant SEN qualification or certification.
• Montessori, Norland, CACHE Level 3+, QTS, Early Years or equivalent qualifications.
• Experience collaborating with schools, therapists and child development professionals.
• Previous international travel with private families.
• UAE driving licence is an advantage.

EMPLOYMENT ENVIRONMENT

The family operates a fully staffed private household with dedicated household and childcare professionals. The Governess will work collaboratively with the wider team, with her primary focus being the children's education, development, care and overall wellbeing.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for someone who can combine educational excellence with genuine warmth, patience and professionalism. The ideal candidate will be passionate about helping young children thrive academically, socially and emotionally while becoming a trusted and consistent presence in their lives.

INTERESTED IN THIS OPPORTUNITY?

If you have relevant Governess, Private Educator or UHNW private-family experience and are interested in this confidential opportunity in Dubai, we would be pleased to hear from you.