Family Assistant/Nanny job (M/F) in Dubai, UAE
Job description
A busy, professional mother is seeking an experienced Family Assistant/ Nanny to support the care and development of her three boys (ages 8, 10, and 12).
This is a dynamic role within a recently separated family, requiring someone who is emotionally mature, adaptable, and confident managing older children, as well as navigating a co-parenting environment.
The position involves shared care with another nanny and coordination between both parents’ homes.
Responsibilities
- Â Morning routine: preparing breakfast, organising school bags, ensuring smooth start to the day.
- School pick-ups and after-school care.
- Managing after school routines between 3:00pm – 7:00pm.
- Supporting homework, structure, and boundaries for older boys.
- Coordinating and accompanying to extracurricular activities (swimming, tennis, karate, chess, playdates).
- Encouraging independence, good manners, and emotional development.
- Assisting as a family assistant.
- Organising clothes, toys, and personal items.
- Monitoring what the children need (clothing, school items, etc.).
- Light household coordination related to the children.
- Supporting bedtime routine when mother is working.
- Travel with the family (both parents separately) during school holidays.
- Oversea homework and coordinate with schools.
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years’ experience working with children.
- Strong experience with older boys and setting appropriate boundaries.
- Emotionally mature, calm, and flexible personality.
- Experience working with divorced/separated families is highly preferred.
- Confident managing routines across two households.
- Middle East (GCC) experience is essential.
- Background as a nanny (hands-on and practical) is key.
- Understanding of children’s development.
- Hindi language is a bonus.
- The family employs another nanny (Filipino) and has full household support including drivers
- A driver’s license is beneficial but not essential
- The candidate will be required to move between both parents’ homes with the children. Mother is based in Jumeirah Islands and father is based in Jumeirah Lake Towers.
- The children primarily reside with the mother, with regular time spent at the father’s home.
Work conditions
- Location: Dubai (Jumeirah Islands & JLT - split between both households)
- Start Date: Within 1 month
- Working hours: 7AM - 7PM Monday - Friday and 9AM - 6PM Saturdays.
(6 days a week)
- When the children are at school you will focus on family assistant duties to ensure the smooth running of the home
- Visa and medical Insurance covered
- Paid annual leave.
Salary
A passionate and dedicated recruitment consultant at Morgan and Mallet International, bringing years of hands-on private household experience to the team. While new to the recruitment industry, I offer invaluable insight into the unique needs and dynamics of high-profile households. My role involves supporting the entire recruitment process from drafting detailed job descriptions to identifying suitable candidates and coordinating interviews. With a deep understanding of what makes a successful household staff member, I bridge the gap between clients and candidates with empathy and precision. My firsthand knowledge, combined with a strong commitment to excellence, ensures a thoughtful and tailored recruitment experience for every client.
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