French speaking Governess in Doha, Qatar
Type of Job
Overseas
Published Date
January 14th, 2022
Job Location
Doha, Qatar
Published By
Exclusive Nannies
About the Agency
About the job
Our clients, based in Qatar are looking for a professional Governess to 3 children aged 1, 9 & 10.
The family are seeking an experienced candidate who is accustomed to working within a formal household environment and is familiar with offering a good level of flexibility to meet the needs of the children’s busy schedules. Due to this, working days and hours will be discussed at interview stage, but days off will be given during the week.
Ideally the candidate will be warm, emotive, and caring towards the children. Someone who is confident, calm, and clear thinking when under pressure, but most importantly a good role model. Being able to set firm boundaries, encouraging a strong work ethic and placing an importance upon education and the children's progress.
Duties will include but are not limited to:
Supervise/direct the children’s nannies on their daily duties and the children’s needs
Liaising with the tutors and school staff to ensure the children’s progress is being fully tracked
Overseeing and guiding college preparation and applications
Organising the children’s timetables
Helping the children with their homework which will include languages, Mathematics and other staple subjects
Making sure that the children keep a good routine
Managing the children’s health including attending doctor visits, dispensing medication and keeping the medicines organised and well stocked
Liaising with other members of staff when necessary
Being resourceful when keeping the children entertained – creating fun with games and entertainment
Encouraging outdoor play and physical sporting activities
Ensuring all child related supplies, clothing, stationary and educational materials are checked, well stocked, in good order
Maintaining cash flow logs
Administrative duties, along with photo/data management
Travelling with the children
Encourage responsible care for and play with their three Chihuahua dogs, including during travel at times
Being aware of dietary requirements
The family frequently and spend long periods of time on a yacht so require someone to think strategically, making sure that the children are kept creatively active, occupied, and happy. When traveling, you will also be required to take care of their clothing, manage their wardrobes, organise cultural and fun activities.
It is preferred that you possess the following:
Fluent French speaker
Musical theory knowledge
CRB/DBS checked
Full clean driving licence
First aid knowledge/ training/ certificate
Non-smoker
High level of education (experience in a children’s educational setting)
Comfortable dealing with children/young adults of all age ranges from 1 to 20
Comfortable working in a household with dogs
No motion sickness
Location: Qatar
Contract Length: Permanent
Start Date: Ideally ASAP
Children: 3 Children – B1, G9 & G10
Working Days & Hours: To be discussed at interview stage
Salary: Desirable salary for the right candidate