Educated Households is a highertier household staff agency based in London placing lite educated private staff with VIP & UHNW families in the Middle East and worldwide: .
Our very prominent Clients based out in Doha Qatar are in need of a supremelyexperienced and educated Governess to orchestrate the daily life of their 10yearold daughter and to stand as an inspirational Companion to the little girl.
This VIP family has a stunning residence situated nearby the beach in Doha and will provide the Governess / Companion with a bedroom with ensuite within the main residence on a separate floor with use of the familys swimmingpool.
The Governess / Companion sought should be endowed with emotional intelligence to deal with all the facets of the life of the little girl when it comes to the childs daily & social life as well as in regards to all the pedagogical matters surrounding academia.
The ultimate Governess / Companion will exude naturalborn authority whilst not being domineering in order to instil confidence in the child. With this in mind the Governess / Companion will resort to their soft skills diplomacy and flair to seamlessly get the child engaged entertained and content. A good sense of humour as a coping mechanism would be a definite asset in this position.
This pivotal role encompasses working collaboratively as this a fullystaffed household. The livein Governess / Companion will work in synch with the parents and with any other private staff handpicked by the family.
This is a 6dayaweek role. Yet down time will be granted to offset this schedule.
Whilst travelling (not in residence) the Governess / Companion will be expected to share a room with the little girl.
Speaking one Eastern European language will be greatly advantageous to your application.
Adhering to confidentiality is nonnegotiable in this role as the Principals do value their privacy.
The role is to start ASAP.
Requirements
The duties shall include but not limited to:
- Experience with UHNW and VVIP Principals.
- Experience reporting to highpowered Principals & Family Offices.
- Keeping on top of the childs daily schedule and social affairs.
- Supporting the childs daily life and implementing structure.
- All schedules should be adhered to.
- Supporting any adhoc tasks.
- Ensuring that homework is understood and fully completed.
- Serving as a point of contact liaising with teachers and instructors.
- Encouraging piano practice.
- Planning playdates.
- Being a confidencebooster to the child.
- Providing insightful companionship to the little girl.
Skills required
- A minimum of 5 years experience in this role.
- Mastering the English language.
- One Eastern European language would be a bonus.
- An eye for detail being meticulous and organised.
- Fun to be around.
- A positive & helpful outlook.
- Diplomatic skills.
- Excellent communicator.
- Approachable & supportive.
- Not being fazed by lastminute arrangements.
- Acting graciously under pressure.
- Bachelors Degree or Masters Degree from a prestigious institution renowned worldwide.
Benefits
- Versatility in the role.
- Interacting with different stakeholders.
Salary on par with experience and other perks will be discussed on the second rounds of interviews.
Please indicate your location & availability whilst applying.
Whats next: if interested please send your CV and cover letter to:
Only candidates fitting this brief will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding.
This position has been put ON HOLD 12/11/23.
Required Experience:
Senior IC