Governess Job and Vacancy
A professional young couple residing in Johannesburg require the employment of a long term Governess to ensure the well being of their two children (boy and girl, both under the age of 10).
The candidates extensive experience in working in a luxury private residence, with full care taking & child caring responsibilities with cooking ability will be utilised to its full potential within this excellent opportunity.
Qualified and energetic candidates can expect a competitive package with the option of accommodation.
Profile
- Fluent command of English in verbal and written communication (an additional African language would be a plus)
- Honest and Trustworthy individual with a pro-active mind set
- Detail oriented with the ability to manage: Child Education, Child Development, Child Care, General Housekeeping, Cooking
- Extensive experience in similar position within a luxury private family residence
- High level of experience in nanny duties, domestic and cooking ability
- Flexible and able to accommodate principle and children's schedule
- Education orientated and highly skilled
- Qualification in First Aid
- Drivers Licence, own vehicle
- Ability to travel with short notice
Duties & Responsibilities
- Bathing and dressing children
- Organising regular nutritious, balanced meals and snacks (children & parents)
- Washing & Ironing when required
- Taking to and collecting children from nursery, primary school, after-school activities
- Babysitting and child minding when required (after hours)
- Preparing and implementing a school and home routine
- Supervising homework and exam preparation
- Overseeing and encouraging healthy social development and interactions
- Teaching good manners and behaviour
- Organising stimulating activities during children's leisure time
- Teaching an additional language and customs (African)
- Informing parents on the children's progress and daily feedback
- Creativity, the ability to design fun and educational activities
- Patience and understanding
- Cleaning and tidying bedrooms, toys and game rooms
- Preparing and organising for special occasions, such as birthdays, Christmas eetc
- Preparing luggage ad toys for travelling
- Establishing and maintaining good communication with parents at all times
- Understanding and respect for the family protocols, habits and way of life
Requirements
- 3 years' experience working as a Nanny / Governess in a private residence
- Fluent English
- Driving Licence
- Cooking and Housekeeping experience
- Dynamic, friendly yet professional person with kind and honest attributes who values the discretion required
Extra information
- Schedule is flexible in accordance to the family needs (max 45 hour week)
- Salary based on experience and qualifications for the right candidate.
- Private room may be offered following trial period
- Full time placement with 1 month trial period
Position filled