A fully staffed household in Dubai is seeking a warm, professional, and engaging nanny to care exclusively for their 5-year-old daughter. She has older brothers with their own nanny, so your role will be solely focused on her development and wellbeing. The position is live-in, working 12 hours per day, 6 days per week (12/6 schedule), with a private apartment provided.

Duties include:

Sole charge of the 5-year-old girl
Encouraging her English language development through fluent, confident conversation
Organising fun, age-appropriate games and activities
Being a positive role model and supportive presence
Planning playdates and social activities
Travelling internationally with the family as needed
Working closely with other household staff to maintain smooth routines

Requirements:

Fluent English speaker (essential)
Minimum of 5 years’ professional childcare experience, ideally with children of a similar age
Strong early years knowledge and ability to create engaging, stimulating activities
Paediatric First Aid and Enhanced DBS (or local equivalent)
Excellent references from previous long-term placements

Accommodation & Contract:

Live-in position with a private apartment provided
12/6 working schedule
Minimum 2-year contract

The ideal candidate will:

Be warm, kind, and nurturing while setting gentle boundaries
Have excellent communication skills and the ability to engage children through play and conversation
Be professional, discreet, and confident working in a fully staffed household
Be flexible and happy to travel internationally

Offer:

Salary from £1,100 per week (paid in dirhams)
Accommodation provided (private apartment)
Long-term opportunity with a respectful and supportive family

Full-Time Live-in Nanny – Dubai, UAE