Private high-profile family based in Saudi Arabia, are looking for a devoted and experienced Arabic speaking Governess for their 12-year-old child, who can assist them academically with their path towards their GCSEs. The Governess will be bilingual in Arabic (to native level) and English and will have had experience assisting and teaching children of similar ages. The Governess will work in residence, 6 days a week, one day off, during term times: the child will attend school and attend other weekly activities therefore it is pivotal the Governess will prepare material and activities in harmony with the child’s social engagements. The right professional will be flexible, culturally aware of a positive and nurturing disposition. The Governess will be in direct contact with the school and work by the UK school system and syllabus.
Accommodation will be provided in residence, salary on application, The role runs from January to June/September to December, summer is off (full salary)
START DATE: January 2026 - interviews in person mid-December 25 in London
ROLE HIGHLIGHTS:
Supporting Arabic studies and subjects, UK syllabus, working towards GCSEs
6 days per week, mainly afternoons, one day off, term time, summer is off
Prepare related material and maintain contact with the school
Create a nurturing and educational environment for the child
Ensuring safety and wellbeing at all times
EXPERTISE AND REQUIREMENTS:
Bilingual Arabic and English. Arabic spoken to native level
PGCE or QTS or equivalent Tutor and or Governess experience, knowledge of UK national curriculum
Experience in similar private settings and/or school/pastoral roles
Able to work in a team
Flexible, nurturing, fun and of a positive disposition
Verifiable references and background checks a must

ACCOMMODATION: provided, in residence
REMUNERATION PACKAGE: on application, please discuss directly with us at interview stage.
CONTACT: email Elvie Dakin at elvie@elviedakinprivatestaff.com
DISCLAIMER:

Due to the high volume of applications, only suitable candidates for this role will be contacted. Interviews and meetings are by appointment only.