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Simply Private Staff

Simply Private Staff -  a professional London-based recruitment agency specialising in the placement of highly qualified speakers of English, French, Spanish, Mandarin and other languages in private and VIP households all over the world, and have specialised in this field for the last 15+ years.

We supply qualified and experienced professional nannies, governesses, home-school teachers and tutors who work to give children a great start in life. We understand that many clients in locations including London, Moscow, Dubai, Switzerland, Bermuda and Monaco are seeking English or French-speaking nannies and private staff, who can assist in developing their children’s language and social skills from a young age. As a result, we go out of our way to place only the best and most experienced candidates in your home.

We also recruit and place highly trained private household staff with experience of working in VIP and HNW households across the globe. The majority of our candidates speak English or French as their first language, but we also supply candidates who speak Mandarin, Spanish, German, Italian, Arabic, Japanese or other languages as requested.

Sep 17, 2023  
Part-time governess role in Sloane Square, London, £600npw, to start ASAP Featured
£550 - £600 weekly
Fantastic opportunity for a governess for 3 children aged 7, 10 and 12 years old in Sloane Square, London. Part time – Monday to Friday, from 3.30 to 8pm The governess will pick up the children from school – will organize lessons – tutors – extra activities – and travel. Availability to travel a bonus. Location Sloane square, London Role & Brief Job Description Part time Governess.   The governess will pick up the children from school – will organize lessons – tutors – extra activities – and travel. Days / Hours of Work Monday to Friday, from 3.30 pm to 8pm. Salary Range £550/600 net per week  depending on experience Start Date & Duration To start ASAP, long term Accommodation Provided Live-out Essential Elements Experienced governess, professional and qualified Preferred Elements Good English...
Simply Private Staff London, UK Part time
Sep 11, 2023  
Fantastic nanny role in Germany for a 13 month old girl, separate accommodation Featured
£700 - £1,000 weekly
Lovely family in the countryside of Hamburg, Germany, are looking for an English speaking nanny for their 13 month old daughter. Relaxed family, with the Montessori educational approach, looking for a kind, caring and experienced nanny. Driver is a must as they live in the countryside. German or Chinese as a 2nd language would be a bonus. The role would be Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm. Separate accommodation. The nanny would travel occasionally with them, essentially in France and USA. Location Small village near Hamburg Role & Brief Job Description Full time nanny role for their 13 month old girl, educational activities to stimulate her, cooking healthy meals. Days / Hours of Work Monday to Friday, 8 am to 6pm Salary Range 700 to 1000 euros net per week depending on experience Start Date & Duration October 2023, ideally long term role Accommodation Provided Separate flat Essential...
Simply Private Staff Hamburg, Germany Full time
Sep 11, 2023  
French speaking Nanny/housekeeper, self-employed, for a lovely family in Paris, France, with separate accommodation Featured
£700 - £1,000 weekly
Lovely family in Paris are looking for a nanny/housekeeper to take care of their children (twins that are 4 and a 7 year old), ensuring their safety, well-being, and development. This includes activities such as preparing meals, assisting with homework, organizing playtime, and engaging in educational and recreational activities. Housekeeping: Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized home environment. This includes tasks such as cleaning and tidying up the house, doing laundry, ironing clothes, and ensuring that all areas of the home are kept neat and presentable. Meal Preparation: Responsible for preparing meals for the family, including planning menus, grocery shopping, and cooking nutritious and balanced meals. Household Management: Assist with managing the household, which can involve tasks such as scheduling appointments, coordinating repairs and maintenance, managing household supplies, and running errands Organization: Help with organizing and...
Simply Private Staff Paris, France Full time
Sep 06, 2023  
Nanny/Tutor needed for 3 year old son in Oman,Muscat. Live out, 5 days a week. £5K + a month! Featured
£5,000 monthly
Location Oman, Muscat Role & Brief Job Description Our client based in Oman, Muscat is looking for a Nanny/Tutor for their 3 year old son. Someone who is bubbly, kind, caring and looking for longevity within a role is required. This is a 5 day a week role with Friday & Saturdays off, Live out. They are looking for someone to teach their son English and prepare him for school, the family are Russian so require someone who speaks both Russian & English. Knowledge of a British curriculum and have worked within a private household before is essential. Candidates must hold a childcare/teaching qualification. Days / Hours of Work 5 – 8 hours a day Salary Range £5,000 + a month Start Date & Duration ASAP Accommodation Provided No, Candidate must already be based in Oman or willing to organise accommodation. Essential Elements Speak both English & Russian, Childcare or...
Simply Private Staff Muscat, Oman Full time
Sep 06, 2023  
Qualified Teacher Governess for Monaco, €6-8kpm, sep accomm, 6 weeks on, 2 off. Interviews now Featured
£70,000 - £90,000 yearly
Our client based in Monaco is searching for an exceptional experienced primary school teacher with UK and some IB curriculum experience and happy to negotiate a great salary for the right candidate, approx €70-€90k pa.  The children are in years 3-6, and this would be a full-time permanent role, with separate accommodation provided locally. Experience with children of this age group, and also the IB and UK curriculum are important, as are both classroom and home-tutor experience. The role will be focused on education as other staff are employed for housekeeping, cooking etc. The Family are happy to offer a semi-rota position of approximately 6 weeks on, 2 weeks off, ongoing, so potentially a great lifestyle role too. Location Monaco plus travel, possible relocation in future. Role & Brief   Job Description Fully qualified and experienced primary school teacher with experience of UK and IB curricula.  Accommodation will...
Simply Private Staff Monaco Full time
Sep 17, 2023  
Teacher/Tutor Needed for VIP family in Riyadh for 2 girls, Live in, 6 days, 10 hours a day!
£1,300 - £1,600 weekly
Location Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Role & Brief Job Description Tutor/Teacher    A VVIP family based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is seeking a Tutor/Teacher for their 2 daughters. The role requires a highly professional, experienced, discreet, calm and kind individual. Must have experience within a school as well as a private household and hold a teaching qualification. Able to encourage and implement independence. Introduction of new hobbies, experiences and creative activities. Able to seamlessly fit it with a large group of employees / staff. Flexibility to travel while continuing all duties whilst abroad with minimal disruption. Ability to create, accompany and adhere to a full scheduled including: Doctors’ appointments, dentist appointments, other medical appointments, parties, events, etc. Follow a planned structure as discussed and agreed with the parents. Create a safe and stimulating age appropriate...
Simply Private Staff Riyadh Saudi Arabia Full time
Sep 06, 2023  
Puerto Rico – Baby nanny, $60-72k pa, 5 days pw, Live-in, Start Jan/Feb ’24
This young family based in Puerto Rico have been known to us for some time now, and by Jan ’24 will have a one year old and a newborn due very imminently! They are searching for a career nanny with fluent English and Spanish, happy to work Monday -Friday 12 hour shifts, in conjunction with other nannies who will take care of the children during the nights and weekend.  Full nursery duties and this is a live-in role with nice accommodation provided.  Confident driver and swimmer essential. USA green card or passport preferred. Location Puerto Rico, Carribean Role & Brief   Job Description Full weekday daytime care of children aged 12 months+ and a newborn. Other staff employed. Knowledge of child development, ages and stages essential. Experienced with setting routines, feeding, weaning etc essential. Maternity experience preferred.   You can see details of Puerto Rico and San Juan here:...
Simply Private Staff Puerto Rico Full time
Aug 30, 2023  
Chinese/French speaking Governess/Governor role in Belgravia, London
High Profile family in Belgravia, London, is looking for a Governess/Governor role for their 2 boys, 5 and 7 years old. They have a 2 year old girl as well. Chinese and French speaking are a must. Part-time role, ideally 3 hours 4 times a week. Hours and salary to negotiate. The family is flexible for the right candidate. Location Belgravia, London Role & Brief Job Description Chinese/French speaking Governess/Governor role   Teaching both languages to the boys aged 5 and 7 years old Days / Hours of Work Flexible hours, ideally 3 hours 4 times a week Salary Range Top salary negotiable Start Date & Duration September, long term Accommodation Provided Live-out role Essential Elements Qualified governess/governor   Chinese/French speaking Preferred Elements Experience with children aged 5 and 7
Simply Private Staff Belgravia, London, UK Full time
Aug 30, 2023  
Male Chef/Chauffeur/Assistant needed for a High Profile family in Sloane Square, London
High Profile Family based in Sloane Square, London, is looking for their male Chef/Chauffeur/Driver to join their family from September. The role includes doing the school run of their 3 children (7, 10 and 12 years old), to run errands for the family and to cook nice meals every evening, ideally Mediterranean kinds of cuisine. The position is live-out, hours between 50 and 60 per week, Monday to Friday (8 am to 8pm, with 2 hours break if needed). Location Sloane Square, London Role & Brief Job Description Chef/Chauffeur/Asssitant role, doing the school run, shopping, cooking a nice meal every evening for the family Days / Hours of Work Monday to Friday, 8 am to 8pm, 2 hours break if needed Salary Range Negotiable depending on experience Start Date & Duration September, permanent Accommodation Provided Live-out role Essential Elements Chef and Driver experience   Visa to work...
Simply Private Staff London, UK Full time