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Governess Job

  • Sector: Childcare
  • Function: Governess/Governor
  • Contact: Thais Favrau
  • Contact Phone: +442072339950
  • Start Date: Flexible
  • Location: West London
  • Salary: DOE
  • Job Ref: 175414
  • Contact Email: thais@greycoatlumleys.co.uk

Live out Governess Job, Maida Vale, Flexible start (as soon as the right person is found)

A returning client of Greycoat Lumleys is looking for a Live out Governess for their three children, twin boys aged 4 years and their sister aged 5 years. All children attend school from 8.30am to 4pm, with some afterschool clubs as well. The eldest child is academically advanced and adores mathematics.

The family is looking for someone firm but fair and educationally focused, with a positive approach, who can make learning fun. The ability to be confident with the logistics regarding three children is essential. The family also strongly believes in giving their children the opportunity to do free play. A full-time housekeeper is employed and will help with the children when needed, especially when the Governess does 1-on-1 tutoring.

Qualification is essential. The ideal candidate will be an ex-teacher (bonus points if ex-maths teacher!) with experience teaching young children. For the right candidate, the family is happy to pay for a full-time salary although the hours during term time will not be intense. In exchange, they are looking for flexibility.

An up to date first aid certificate and police check are essential for this position.

Duties:

  • School drop offs and pickups
  • Taking the children to afterschool activities such as piano or swimming
  • Helping with homework
  • Providing extra educational support / tutoring
  • Organising developmental activities
  • Allowing for free playtime
  • Occasional bedtime
  • Occasional proxy parenting

Salary: full-time salary, DOE (please state your salary expectation)
Hours:
- During term time: 7.30am to 8.30, then 3pm to 7.15pm
- During school holidays: full-time hours, TBC 
Babysitting: by prior agreement
Driving: bonus
Travel: bonus
Language: English essential, Spanish bonus
Other staff employed: full-time housekeeper

Consultant to contact: Thais Favrau

Vacancy number: 175414

If you are not registered with Greycoat Lumleys and would like to apply for this job, please email your CV to: dkelly@greycoatlumleys.co.uk