Governess in London, Job ID J1F610
| Posting date: | 05 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £18 to £22 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 04 February 2026 |
| Location: | Paddington, West London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Little Ones UK Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | J1F610 3112 |
Summary
A lovely, artistic family is looking for a lively, and proactive Nanny/Governess to support their two children in a creative and musical household. This role is perfect for a reliable professional who can act as a stimulating presence, engaging the children in dancing, music, and arts while providing academic support with homework. Responsibilities include managing the afternoon routine, which involves food shopping and preparing healthy meals for the family, as well as occasional school runs, though the children are largely independent. The family is looking for a native English speaker or bilingual with very high english proficiency nanny who is flexible. The family is happy to offer babysitting until 11 pm a couple days a week (which can increase the role to 30 hours per week) and extra support during school holidays. While not essential, a driver for an automatic car would be a significant bonus for this energetic role.
A valid first aid qualification is a requirement for this position.
Working hours: Monday to Friday 3pm to 7pm
Duties include:
Coordinating daily activities and supervising transportation to and from all engagements, playdates, appointments, classes, activities
The nanny must be prepared to plan fun and engaging activities to entertain the children, including lots of time outdoors
Organising and planning clubs for holidays, forward planning for future holidays
Liaise with team on any upcoming events
Organise gifts for upcoming children’s parties
Organise gifts, books, hampers etc for holidays or events
Check all children’s supplies and replace when required
Check school app daily - organise anything needed for school
Check household email daily and respond where required
Flag anything important to the team where relevant
Calendar management and organising any activities, play dates etc.
Assisting with school pick up and drop off when necessary
Housekeeping on behalf of the children (this doesn’t include laundry, but wardrobe management, playroom management etc).
They seek someone who can start on Monday, 12 January 2026.
To learn more about this Governess role, please apply and a consultant will contact you with more information.
A valid first aid qualification is a requirement for this position.
Working hours: Monday to Friday 3pm to 7pm
Duties include:
Coordinating daily activities and supervising transportation to and from all engagements, playdates, appointments, classes, activities
The nanny must be prepared to plan fun and engaging activities to entertain the children, including lots of time outdoors
Organising and planning clubs for holidays, forward planning for future holidays
Liaise with team on any upcoming events
Organise gifts for upcoming children’s parties
Organise gifts, books, hampers etc for holidays or events
Check all children’s supplies and replace when required
Check school app daily - organise anything needed for school
Check household email daily and respond where required
Flag anything important to the team where relevant
Calendar management and organising any activities, play dates etc.
Assisting with school pick up and drop off when necessary
Housekeeping on behalf of the children (this doesn’t include laundry, but wardrobe management, playroom management etc).
They seek someone who can start on Monday, 12 January 2026.
To learn more about this Governess role, please apply and a consultant will contact you with more information.