Job Description
- Location: Chigwell, Essex
- Accommodation: Private house provided for sole use
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 3:00pm to 9:00pm | Saturday, 10:00am to 5:00pm
- Salary: £80,000 to £100,000 gross per annum, plus accommodation and car
- Start: July 2026
- Holiday: 28 days including bank holidays
- Commitment: Long Term
The Role
A highly organised and experienced Educational Mentor Senior Governess is sought to support a bright and lovely 16 year old boy as he embarks upon his A Level studies.
The role would suit a senior candidate with a strong academic background, excellent knowledge of the UK education system, and the ability to help the student maximise his potential. The family would ideally like someone highly educated, preferably with a Russell Group university background, who can provide structure, guidance, and consistent support during this important academic stage.
Working within a fully staffed household, the successful candidate will take responsibility for overseeing the student’s educational progress, academic commitments, and daily routine, whilst also ensuring he maintains a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
The household does not employ a chef during these hours, therefore the family would like a candidate who is happy to prepare balanced, nutritious meals.
Key Responsibilities
- Liaising with tutors, teachers, and school
- Sourcing suitable tutors where required
- Supporting university applications and personal statements
- Ensuring attendance and punctuality for educational commitments
- Ensuring the boy has the appropriate resources for each session
- Supporting him in remaining on top of homework and coursework
- Driving him to and from school, activities, and appointments
- Arranging extracurricular activities
- Encouraging regular exercise and a healthy routine
- Preparing balanced meals
Requirements
- Female candidates only
- Secondary PGCE essential
- Russell Group university degree preferred
- Minimum five years’ experience within an UHNW private household
- Strong understanding of the UK education system, particularly A Levels
- Highly organised and proactive
- Experienced supporting teenagers through important academic stages
- Happy to relocate to Chigwell, Essex
- Confident driver
- Comfortable with two outdoor family dogs
Package
- £80,000 to £100,000 gross per annum doe
- Private house provided for sole use
- Car provided
- 28 days’ holiday including bank holidays
- Minimal travel may be required
To apply, please send your CV to enquiries@quintessentialgoverness.com quoting “Senior Governess Chigwell” in the subject line. Please note that due to the high volume of applications received, only suitable candidates will be contacted.
