Nanny / Governess - London, UK

Job description

Job Description

Nanny / Governess – London, UK 

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Salary: £60,000–£65,000 gross per annum (DOE) 
\nAccommodation: Separate 2 bed flat provided in Prime Central London with all bills & utilities paid 
\nTravel: Extensive international, luxury travel required 
\nStart Date: ASAP, but happy to wait a notice period  

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Marcilly Recruitment’s client is seeking an experienced, educated and nurturing Nanny/Governess to join their fully staffed private household based in London. 

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This is a wonderful opportunity for a professional candidate with a strong educational background who enjoys supporting children’s development within a structured, warm and engaging home environment. The family is particularly interested in candidates with previous teaching experience who are looking to transition into a private household role. 

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The role involves supporting two children, candidates with experience providing educational support and a calm, patient approach would be highly desirable. Accommodation is provided at one of the family’s apartments. 

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Working Schedule: Monday to Friday  

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• 6:30am–12:00pm 

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• 3-hour afternoon break 

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• Return for school pick-up, after-school activities and bedtime routine 

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• No weekend work required 

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The family travels extensively during every school holiday and throughout the summer, therefore candidates must be highly flexible and comfortable travelling internationally for extended periods. Candidates must also be comfortable working around pets. 

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Nanny/Governess duties will include: 

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• Supporting the children’s educational development and homework 

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• Planning engaging and age-appropriate activities 

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• Assisting with school routines and scheduling 

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• Supporting after-school activities and bedtime routines 

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• Encouraging confidence and curiosity  

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• Travelling internationally with the family during school holidays 

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• Working collaboratively with parents and household staff 

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• Providing additional educational support where required 

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The successful candidate will: 

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• Have previous teaching experience, ideally within a school environment 

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• Be calm, organised, proactive and discreet 

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• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

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• Be flexible and happy to travel extensively 

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• Be warm, engaging and professional in their approach 

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Marcilly Recruitment is a boutique London and Dubai-based recruitment agency specialising in business operational and administrative support and private household recruitment across the UK, Europe and the Middle East. 

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Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond individually to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within five working days, sadly your application has been unsuccessful. 

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Greater London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

13-06-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English