Nov 19, 2025

№570 Full-Time Live-in English-Speaking Nanny/Governess in Dubai, UAE

Job Description

Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-time, Live-in
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Schedule: 6 days on / 1 day off  (day upon agreement)
Salary: Negotiable + relocation support

About the Role

A professional English-speaking Nanny / Governess is required for a private family in Dubai to provide high-quality care, learning support, and structured routine management for a 5-year-old boy who attends school. The role focuses on educational development, emotional support, and the creation of a nurturing, stimulating environment. Experience supporting children with ADHD is essential.

This position offers long-term stability, a collaborative family environment, and the opportunity to work in one of the world’s most dynamic locations.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide full daily care for a 5-year-old boy: hygiene, feeding, bathing, bedtime routine

  • Support school readiness and after-school routines.

  • Elevate primary learning with extra lessons, structured homework support, engaging reading and writing sessions, and personalised developmental activities.
  • Create engaging developmental games, educational activities, and outdoor play

  • Accompany the child to school and extracurricular classes

  • Prepare simple meals/breakfast when required

  • Ensure structured routines and a positive behavioural environment

  • Travel with the family when needed

  • (Option 2 only) Perform PA duties while the child is at school, including errands, organisation, and light administrative tasks

 

Candidate Profile

Ideal Age Range: 25–50 years old
Language Requirement: Fluent English speaker
Education:

  • Degree in Pedagogy, Early Childhood Education, Primary Teaching, or equivalent

Essential Experience:

  • Previous work in private families and/or educational institutions

  • Proven experience as a governess, teacher, or professional nanny

  • Experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD

  • Confident in establishing routines and delivering structured educational support

Personal Qualities:

  • Professional, reliable, flexible, and discreet

  • Active, energetic, positive attitude

  • Passionate about child development and early education

  • Able to adapt quickly within a family-focused household

 

Work Schedule & Accommodation Options

Option 1: Nanny/Governess

  • Schedule: 6/1

  • Shared bedroom with the child

  • The child attends school daily from 08:00 to 15:00.

Option 2: Nanny/Governess + Family Personal Assistant

  • Schedule: 6/1

  • Separate room while the child is at school

  • PA duties required from 08:00–15:00 

  • Shared room with the child during travel

 

Benefits & Offer

  • Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience and qualifications)

  • Live-in accommodation provided

  • Relocation support if needed

  • All expenses covered when travelling with the family

  • Safe, comfortable working environment in a premium household

  • Long-term employment potential

 

To apply, please send your updated CV and a recent photo, along with details of your qualifications and childcare/ADHD experience, to info@polyglot.family or WhatsApp/Telegram: +7 929 580 2222

 


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