A family based in central London seeks a career governess and tutor to work with a 6-year-old boy. The boy speaks English well and is attending school in the UK.
Time will be spent working with him 3 days after school through the week, plus a Saturday. The family would like the governess to liaise with his school and tutor him to ensure that he continues to progress well. The boy is active and busy during the week and the governess or governor will be expected to oversee and coordinate his extracurricular classes and activities.
At weekends the boy needs help to catch up on his homework and there will be time to arrange some more educational activities that will be fun and stimulating to partake in together. The charge is very interested in board games, cars and golf. Overall he is a happy and well-mannered child.
The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience working in a similar role and will be open to working with the family long-term. Good references from previous positions are essential.
The family is easy-going and flexible, and well-motivated to provide their son with a stable and long-term governess/ mentor. The family has employed a governess in the past and live in a staffed house.
SCHEDULE
Monday, Thursday, Friday, (3pm to 7pm), and Saturday. During the week after-school hours. Saturday (10pm to 6pm).
SALARY & CONDITIONS
25 GBP/ Hour
REQUIREMENTS
Well-educated, kind, creative person able to build a strong rapport with the family and their son
Experience in a similar role
Background check and references required
Open to working long-term with the family
***Candidates living in the UK or right to work in the UK required***