Exclusive Household Staff

Exclusive Household Staff was founded in 2012 by John Pettman, who for more than 25 years has been directly involved in the world of Domestic staff. John’s successful career spans over 10 years as a Butler, Estate Manager, Lifestyle Manager, and during the past decade in the recruitment of Household staff.

John’s career started at Buckingham Palace, followed by the British Embassy in Paris. Having himself managed multiple properties and staff worldwide for high-profile families, his in-depth knowledge and expertise are widely recognised and highly respected.

Now in the eleventh year of operation, Exclusive Household Staff is an established global market leader for the placement of experienced private household domestic staff.

Mar 17, 2026  
Live-in Travel Governess Italy & Travel, Salary Presented with expectation EHS #9019 Live-In Travel Governess / Governor Accommodation: Family flat in nearby village or access to villa close to family home Working days and hours: After school weekdays during term time, intensive on Saturdays, occasional Sundays as needed Salary: Please present expectation Location: Milan, Italy & Travel Job Reference: EHS #9019 Our client, a busy international family living just outside Milan with six children (ages 13, 11, 10, 8, 5, and 3), are seeking an experienced Live-in Governess / Governor to focus on the education and academic support of the older children. You will also have the families Nanny/Housekeeper to support you. Responsibilities to include: Providing 1:1 and small group tuition for the four older children (ages 13, 11, 10, 8) Supporting homework completion and study skills development Teaching key subjects: Maths and English for the primary-aged children; Science,...
Exclusive Household Staff Milán, Italy Full time
Mar 17, 2026  
Live-in Governess Dubai, Salary AED 30,000 per month net (DOE) EHS #8725 Job Title: Governess Location: Dubai – The Palm Salary: AED 30,000 per month net (DOE) Contract: 2 years Start Date: ASAP Hours: 6 days per week (day off during the week) - 11–12 hour days, covering the children from wake-up to bedtime Family Details: 3 children: 5-year-old boy, 3-year-old girl, 7-month-old girl Primary focus on the 5-year-old boy Fully staffed household including a team of Nannies and a Senior Nanny to support you 2 cats Role Overview: We are seeking a professional, experienced, and adaptable Governess to join a demanding but rewarding family. The ideal candidate will be confident, thick-skinned, and happy to assist wherever needed while respecting the family’s routines and preferences. Key Responsibilities: Provide full-time care and education support for the children, focusing primarily on the 5-year-old boy Plan and deliver age-appropriate educational and...
Exclusive Household Staff The Palm - Jumeirah - Dubai - United Arab Emirates Full time
Mar 17, 2026  
Live-in Governess Qatar, Doha, Salary 18,000 Qatari Riyal monthly EHS #8986 Location: Doha, Qatar Salary: 18,000 Qatari Riyal monthly Tax free approximately £3,600 monthly Start Date: ASAP Working Schedule: Sunday to Thursday, plus one additional day (Friday or Saturday) Family Composition: Mother, early teens daughter, and one small dog Household: Fully staffed The Role A professional, experienced, and nurturing Live-In Governess/Nanny is sought to support the structured care and holistic development of a bright young girl. This role combines traditional Nanny responsibilities with a Governess-style focus on organisation, academic guidance, and social development. The successful candidate will provide consistency, structure, and positive mentorship, fostering independence while maintaining clear boundaries. The family is looking for a warm, engaging individual who can build a close, trusting bond while confidently providing leadership and guidance...
Exclusive Household Staff Doha, Qatar Full time
Mar 17, 2026  
French Speaking Rota Nanny London, Holland Park, Salary Dependent on experience EHS #8997 Location: Holland Park, London Start Date: ASAP Schedule: 2 Weeks On / 2 Weeks Off (Rota) Accommodation: Live-in when on rota -  private bedroom and bathroom Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Travel: Yes – UK and International travel required Children: Twin boys, 16 months Job Reference: EHS #8997 Role Overview We are recruiting an experienced, French-speaking Rota Nanny for a high-net-worth family based in Holland Park, London. This position operates on a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rota schedule, working alongside another Nanny to provide seamless care. The role involves the full care and educational development of twin boys aged 16 months. This is a long-term opportunity suited to a confident, nurturing and professional candidate with strong early years experience, ideally with twins or children of a similar age. The successful candidate will be proactive in...
Exclusive Household Staff Holland Park, London, UK Rota
Mar 17, 2026  
Live-out Nanny London, Chelsea, Salary Presented with expectation EHS #9040 Location: Chelsea, London Hours: Approximately 12 hours per day, 6 days per week (flexibility for overnight care required) Contract: Live-out, contracted Start Date: ASAP Salary: Please present salary expectations Job Reference: EHS #9040 Overview A private family residing in a two-bedroom apartment in Chelsea is seeking an experienced, caring, and highly reliable full-time Nanny to support the day-to-day care and wellbeing of their child. This role is best suited to a nurturing, professional, and flexible candidate who is confident working within a private household and can adapt to the evolving needs of a busy single mother. Flexibility is essential, including the ability to provide overnight care and occasional 24-hour cover when required. Family Setup Mother (single parent) Two children One child aged 11 (main focus of the role) Second child travels frequently and is often away Two...
Exclusive Household Staff Chelsea, London, UK Full time
Mar 17, 2026  
Rota Nanny Central London with Travel, Please present salary expectation EHS #8980 Central London + Extensive Travel Start Date: ASAP Salary: Please present salary expectation The Family An UHNW family based in Central London is seeking an experienced, proactive and highly organised Rota Nanny to join their fully staffed household. The family have two children: One child currently attending boarding school aged 10 This is a long-term position suited to a highly educated candidate with previous UHNW experience and excellent, checkable references. The Role This is a 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off rota position. During working weeks, the role is 24/7. The successful candidate will be calm, discreet, adaptable and capable of managing a busy and ever-changing household schedule with confidence and professionalism. Key Responsibilities Duties will include, but are not limited to: Ensuring the children’s health, safety and overall wellbeing at all times...
Exclusive Household Staff London, UK Rota
Mar 17, 2026  
Live-in Nanny Jordan, Salary dependent on experience EHS #8954 Live-In Nanny Location: Jordan Start Date: May 2026 Contract Type: Permanent Salary: Flexible depending on experience and qualifications Accommodation: Private bedroom and bathroom Travel: Yes, occasional travel with the family (all expenses covered) Role Overview We are recruiting an experienced Nanny for a VIP family expecting a baby in May–June. This is a senior role with responsibility not only for the child’s care but also for overseeing the maternity nurse, additional nurses, and baby carers. The ideal candidate will be highly experienced, confident in leadership, and capable of managing a professional childcare team while maintaining exceptional standards of care. Key Responsibilities Full physical care of the child Acting as the main point of contact between parents and childcare staff Supervising and coordinating the Maternity Nurse, nurses, and baby carers Ensuring consistent...
Exclusive Household Staff Jordan Full time
Mar 17, 2026  
Live-In Italian Speaking Nanny Manchester, Please present salary expectation EHS #8898 Location: Manchester, UK Start Date: Mid-March Salary: Please present expectations Accommodation: This is a live-in role. The Nanny will be provided with the child’s bedroom, which includes a private en-suite bathroom, within a large luxury private residence. Working Pattern: Working hours: 8–10 hours per day, scheduled and spread throughout the day. To be discussed, but the family are looking for someone to be happy to help as if the child is their own. One full day off per week Family Profile: Three adults One child (16-month-old boy) One small dog (toy poodle) Large 5–6 bedroom private residence The household will also employ two Housekeepers Role Overview: The family is seeking a highly professional, discreet, and experienced Italian or Italian-speaking Nanny to provide dedicated childcare support within a private household. The role would suit a calm, reserved,...
Exclusive Household Staff Manchester, UK Full time
Mar 17, 2026  
Weekend Live-in Nanny North London, Hampstead. Salary £600.00 net per weekend EHS #8895 Weekend Live-In Nanny (French-Speaking Preferred) Hampstead, North London A warm and welcoming family of five based in Hampstead, North London are seeking a fun, energetic, and creative Weekend Live-in Nanny to care for their three children – two boys aged 9 and 13, and their sister aged 10. This is a shared-care position working closely alongside mum, within a fully staffed household. The role would suit a confident, proactive Nanny (male or female) who genuinely enjoys engaging with older children and their friends, and who thrives in an active, outdoor-focused environment. The children have busy weekends filled with sports, training sessions, and playdates.  Therefore, the Nanny must be confident managing one child independently whilst also overseeing multiple children at once. Position Details Location: Hampstead, North London Schedule: Friday 8:00pm –...
Exclusive Household Staff Hampstead, London, UK Part time
Mar 17, 2026  
£70,000 - £80,000 yearly
Rota Nanny London, Kensington, Salary £70,000 – £80,000 GPA EHS #8856 Rota Nanny Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 GPA, plus possible bonus (DOE) Rota Schedule: 1 week on / 1 week off Start date: ASAP Reporting to: Chief of Staff Reference Number: EHS #8856 Summary: Our client is seeking a professional and experienced Rota Nanny to join an established team of four Nannies caring for four children aged 8–15. This is a one-week on/off rota role, working Monday to Sunday, with two Nannies on duty at all times. Flexibility is required during school holidays and periods of travel, when longer days may apply. The role is a mix of live-in and live-out, depending on the family’s location and schedule. The family is primarily based in London (Richmond and Kensington), with regular use of UK residences at weekends and school holidays, as well as international travel. Please note when on rota it is alternate nights of live-in and out so you...
Exclusive Household Staff Kensington, London, UK Rota