7 governess jobs found in London

British Governess for 20-Month-Old Girl  Ref: FG7051 Mayfair, London, UK + International From £7,500 / month Live-in or Live-out 40–50 hrs./week Start ASAP EED is delighted to be representing a Saudi national family – based internationally but spending significant time in London – who are seeking an exceptional British governess for their daughter, aged 20 months and turning two in September. She is the couple’s first child. This is a foundational, developmental educator role rather than a standard nanny position. The family regards this as the single most important appointment at this life stage, and the successful candidate will be central to laying the groundwork for their daughter’s journey toward London’s top girls’ prep school pathway — with St Paul’s Girls’ School and, ultimately, Oxford as the family’s aspiration. The governess will be responsible for building strong English language...

Location: Kensington, London Accommodation: Live-in Schedule: Sunday morning–Thursday evening (24/5) Salary: £75,000–£80,000 gross per annum Start Date: September 2026 (flexible for the right candidate) Holiday: To be discussed Commitment: Long-term The Role A wonderful opportunity has arisen for an experienced, highly organised and dedicated Governess to join a warm, informal UHNW family based in Kensington, caring for three delightful children: a boy aged 6, a girl aged 9 and a girl aged 11. This is a fully staffed household with an established housekeeper and after-school nanny already in place, allowing the successful candidate to focus entirely on the children’s education, development and overall wellbeing. Mum works from home, is incredibly supportive and involved, and is looking for a Governess who will confidently take full charge of the children’s educational journey while working collaboratively with the wider household team. The role...

20–30 July 2026 | £250–£300 / day EED is delighted to be supporting a highly regarded Kuwaiti family seeking an experienced, engaging and professional teenage companion to provide childcare support for their 13-year-old son during a short summer stay in London. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident childcare professional who enjoys working with older children and teenagers and can offer a balance of supervision, companionship, independence support and activity planning. The family is looking for a reliable and positive candidate who can act as a trusted presence while helping their son enjoy his time in London through age-appropriate activities, outings and experiences. The successful candidate will be confident navigating London independently, well-informed about the city’s cultural attractions, museums, sporting venues and family-friendly activities, and able to plan and adapt itineraries based on the boy’s interests....

Location:  Chelsea Barracks, London Child:  One boy, aged 11 Schedule: 3 weekdays per week: 12:00 pm–9:00 pm | Saturday and Sunday: 7:00 am–9:00 pm Salary:  Negotiable depending on experience Start Date:  1 September 2026 Trial:  Spain during August 2026 Accommodation:  Live-out Driving:  Not required Languages:  Russian or Ukrainian preferred The Role A private family based in Chelsea Barracks is seeking a warm, mature and highly reliable Nanny for their 11-year-old son. This will be a predominantly sole-charge position, as the child will usually be alone with the nanny during working hours. The family is looking for an experienced candidate who can provide a calm, caring and dependable presence while supporting the boy’s routines, wellbeing and daily needs. The ideal candidate will be confident preparing simple, healthy meals and must genuinely love animals. The family has two dogs, and the nanny...

Location:  Chelsea, London Accommodation: Private live-in accommodation provided (lower ground floor - en suite bedroom with separate entrance) Schedule:  Full-time | Monday to Friday with flexibility Salary:  £50,000–£60,000 gross per annum, with flexibility for a qualified teacher or exceptional candidate Start Date:  Late August/early September 2026 Trial:  One-week paid trial during the final week of August Driving:  Confident driver essential | Car provided Travel:  Very limited The Role A warm and welcoming family in Chelsea is seeking a highly organised and proactive Live-in Family Assistant/Nanny to support their busy household and four school-aged children: six-year-old twin girls and eight-year-old boy/girl twins. The mother is extremely hands-on and is looking for someone to work alongside her in a genuine shared-care capacity. The children’s father works abroad but remains actively involved...

Private Tutor (KS2 & 11+ Preparation) West Hampstead, London (in-person). Job ref: PT7036 A family based in West Hampstead is seeking an experienced and engaging private tutor to support a 9-year-old boy with his academic development. The role will focus on strengthening core subject knowledge and preparing for 11+ entrance examinations. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide structured tutoring across core subjects (English, Mathematics, and Verbal/Non-Verbal Reasoning) Prepare the student for 11+ entrance exams, including exam techniques and timed practice Identify strengths and areas for improvement, tailoring lesson plans accordingly Support homework completion and reinforce school learning Track progress and provide regular feedback to parents Build confidence, motivation, and independent learning skills SCHEDULE: Monday: 5:00pm – 7:00pm Tuesday or Friday: 5:00pm – 7:00pm Saturday: Flexible hours REQUIREMENTS: Proven...