A Governess is needed in Chelsea, London to help them in looking after their two school aged children. The governess will be calm.....
A Governess is needed in Chelsea, London to help them in looking after their two school aged children. The governess will be calm and patient but have the energy to keep up with the children and take charge of light housekeeping tasks related to them. The governess should also be prepared to organise educational activities for school holidays. They are looking for someone with an educational background that can take sole charge on childcare and all children's admin. The home is very busy so the governess will be comfortable to get on with tasks and lead an example. The principal likes to maintain a tidy household, however, understands that children will be children, so the governess will ensure that following playtime, the residence is returned to its original state. The governess will also be responsible with liasing with chef on menus. Someone pet-friendly is ideal as they have a guinea pig in the home but this is not a deal-breaker.
A valid first aid qualification is a requirement for this position.
Working hours: 5 days a week from 6:30 am to 7:30 pm, 65 hours per week
Accommodation: Separate flat provided
Duties include:
Coordinating daily activities and supervising transportation to and from all engagements, playdates, appointments, classes, activities
The nanny must be prepared to plan fun and engaging activities to entertain the children, including lots of time outdoors
Organising and planning clubs for holidays, forward planning for future holidays
Liaise with team on any upcoming events
Organise gifts for upcoming children’s parties
Organise gifts, books, hampers etc for holidays or events
Check all children’s supplies and replace when required
Check school app daily - organise anything needed for school
Check household email daily and respond where required
Flag anything important to the team where relevant
Calendar management and organising any activities, play dates etc.
Assisting with school pick up and drop off when necessary
Housekeeping on behalf of the children (this doesn’t include laundry, but wardrobe management, playroom management etc).
They seek someone who can start as soon as possible.
To learn more about this Governess role, please apply and a consultant will contact you with more information.
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: £60,000 to £70,000 annual gross
Location: Chelsea, London
