The Role
Temporary English speaking Governess required for G7 & G9 located in Tuscany, Italy. £1000 – £1400 per week, Start June 2023 (2.5 month contract)
A returning family residing in Tuscany, Italy is seeking an experienced, energetic and enthusiastic Governess to promote the language development of their 2 daughters.
The girls have a beginner level of English. The Governess will be required to assist with their development by providing educational games, play, activities, classes as well as meeting their daily needs. You will arrange interesting summer activities, plan classes, escort to/from extracurricular activities and interact during the day whilst the girls are undertaking daily routines. You will encourage development, share mealtimes, promote good behavior, teach etiquette, assist with daily care and be a positive role model. Light cooking may be required occasionally and you will maintain the order of the girls’ rooms/belongings.
There are other household staff in the home and you will be required to work with them. The candidate has to be confident in sole charge as proxy parenting may be required when the parents are away.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced Governess with childcare/education qualifications with an outgoing personality. The family is sporty and athletic and seeks a candidate with shared values. Ability to speak Russian and/or European passport would be beneficial to your application.
The working schedule will be 6 days on / 1 day off (negotiable), working up to 12 hours a day.
This is a live-in position with a private room provided in the family house.
The family is spending the summer in Tuscany for 2.5 months.
The salary on offer is from £1000 – £1400 per week and will reflect the skills, experience and qualifications of the candidate.
Package:
Salary from £1000 – £1400 per week
Live in position (Private room provided)
2.5 months contract
Requirements:
English speaking candidate
Qualified, professional and experienced Governess
Energetic, sporty and fun
Available to start ASAP
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