FULL-TIME GOVERNESS JOB
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Agency Perfect Household Staff
https://www.perfecthouseholdstaff.co.uk
WhatsApp for sending CV: +44 7851103297
FULL-TIME GOVERNESS JOB
PHS Job 2284
A friendly family located in Holland Park, London is searching for a Full-Time English-speaking Governess with several years of relevant pedagogical experience to look after and help develop their two children (6 and 9 years old). The parents would like the governess to help with homework and engage in education-based activities with the children. The ideal candidate for the Full-Time Governess job is expected to be flexible, positive, and a genuinely positive person by nature.
We are looking for a Full-Time Governess who enjoys developing children by employing a range of techniques and methods best suited to the children and their age group. Your everyday routine will incorporate helping with homework, reading, and other development activities. Occasional simple cooking for the children will be required when the family chef is off.
Your day will normally start when picking up the children from school with the family chauffeur. Driving in London is not required however being a confident driver will increase your chances of success in your application as driving abroad when traveling with the family will be a bonus.
Traveling with the family is required during school holidays and therefore we are searching for a Full-Time Governess with flexibility in their life.
The family own two small dogs and we are therefore searching for a person who has no allergies and is dog friendly.
Type: Full-Time Governess, Live Out Governess
Working days: 5 - 6 days / week with flexible days off, for example on Sun and Tue
Working Hours: 15:45 - 21:00 (Mon - Fri), 9:00 - 19:00 on Sat + full day during travelling on school holidays
Children: 6 and 9 years old girls
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Full-Time Governess Job in Holland Park, London
Language: Fluent English
Full-Time Governess Job in Holland Park duties may include:
- Daily routine
- Creating a safe and stimulating environment for the children
- Helping with homework
- Responsible for safety and wellbeing
- Development activities
- Reading to the children
- Reporting to parents on any development
- Basic simple cooking for the children only
- Pick up children from the school with the chauffeur
- Leasing with school, tutors and other afterschool activities
- Travelling with the family on school holidays
Full-Time Governess Job Requirements:
- Minimum of 5 years similar of work experience
- Excellent checkable references
- Good knowledge of British curriculum, experience in helping with homework
- Fluent English
- UK working permit
If you are personally interested in the vacancy or are aware of another potential candidate who may be interested in such a vacancy, please apply via the website https://www.perfecthouseholdstaff.co.uk or What’s app your CV to +44 7851103297
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year
Experience:
- Governess in Private Families: 3 years (required)
Language:
- Fluent English (required)
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for FULL-TIME GOVERNESS JOB roles across Perfect Household Staff's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £50,000 - £60,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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