British Nanny/Governess - Dubai

We are working with a lovely Ukrainian family based in Damac Hills, Dubai, to assist in hiring a full-time British Nanny/Governess for their two young daughters, aged almost four years and four months. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a warm and settled family home and to play a central role in the early development and education of the children, with a particular focus on preparing the eldest daughter for school.

This is a live-out position, with the successful candidate ideally based close to Damac Hills. The role offers a balanced focus between nurturing the baby and supporting the development and school readiness of the eldest daughter, who will be starting at a leading British school in Dubai this August. The family’s emphasis is firmly on education, manners, and early childhood development, with the children’s mother remaining closely involved in day-to-day life.

The role is largely home-based, with only occasional family travel once or twice a year. The household is a relaxed and happy one, and also includes two cats and a small dog.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, nurturing care for two young daughters, aged almost four years and four months.
• Support and guide the early development and school readiness of the eldest daughter ahead of her start at a leading British school.
• Encourage excellent manners, social confidence, and a genuine love of learning.
• Engage with the children in perfect English to support language development.
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate educational and play-based activities.
• Establish and maintain consistent, comforting routines for both children.
• Provide partial care for the baby, including feeding, naps, and developmental stimulation.
• Balance time between the baby and the eldest daughter, with a greater focus on the eldest’s development and learning.
• Work collaboratively alongside the children’s mother, who remains closely involved.
• Accompany the family on occasional domestic and international travel.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-organised environment for the children.
• Uphold discretion and confidentiality at all times.

Ideal Candidate

• British nationality preferred.
• Native or perfect English essential.
• Previous experience as a nanny or governess within a private family.
• Background in early years education or child development highly desirable.
• Experience preparing young children for school entry, ideally within the British curriculum.
• Warm, patient, and nurturing, with a genuine passion for childhood development.
• Excellent manners and a polished, professional presentation.
• Visa provided; candidates already based in Dubai on a spouse visa will be prioritised.
• Comfortable living and working in a home with pets.
• Reliable, proactive, and discreet.

Package

• 5 days a week, Wednesday to Sunday (Monday and Tuesday off), 09:30 – 20:00.
• Occasional family travel once or twice a year, with all travel expenses covered.
• Visa (if required), medical insurance and annual leave as per UAE law.
• Salary: 25,000 AED – 30,000 AED net per month.