Governess

Exclusive Household Staff; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A family in Saudi Arabia is seeking a kind and experienced Governess for their children, aged 9 and 11. The ideal candidate will be a fluent English speaker with the ability to assist with general learning and improve the children's English. This live-in position offers accommodation and occasionally involves travel. Experience with similar ages and being pet-friendly is essential.

Qualifications

• Fluent English speaker, ideally with a second language.
• Previous experience as a Governess with similar ages.
• Comfortable around pets as the family has a dog.

Responsibilities

• Help the children improve their English.
• Assist with homework.
• Encourage good manners.
• Create a structured yet fun environment for the children.
• Travel with the family occasionally.

Skills

Fluent English speaker

Previous experience as a Governess

Pet friendly

Second language (French or Spanish)

Job description

Our clients in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, are seeking a kind Governess for G9 and B11.

The children are due to start at an English-speaking school but only speak basic English at the moment, so the right candidate must be a fluent English speaker with bags of patience who can support the children with their general learning whilst helping them to improve their English.

The role involves occasional travel and is offered on a live-in basis, with separate accommodation provided.

Ideally the candidate would already be based in Saudi Arabia and able to start immediately, but the family will consider candidates from elsewhere and offers support with Visas and flights.

Someone who speaks a second language (ideally French or Spanish) would be a plus.

Duties include but are not limited to :

• Helping the children to improve their English
• Assisting with homework
• Encouraging good manners
• Creating a structed yet fun environment for the children
• Travelling with the family (occasionally)

Essential skills required :

• Fluent English speaker, ideally with a second language
• Previous experience as a Governess with similar ages
• Pet friendly - the family has a dog