GOVERNESS.

Governess

Governess job (M/F) in Paris, France

Job Description

A family of two adults and three young children is seeking an experienced, reliable, and highly autonomous Governess to join their household in the 12th arrondissement of Paris.

The family lives in a comfortable 110 m² apartment and is looking for someone capable of taking ownership of the home’s day-to-day organisation while providing childcare support when required.

This is a varied position combining household management, cooking, organisation, and childcare. The successful candidate will be confident working independently, able to anticipate the family’s needs, and comfortable establishing efficient daily routines.

The three children are aged 4, 6½, and 8 years old. Childcare will primarily be required on Wednesdays and during periods when the family’s usual nanny is unavailable.

Responsibilities

Household Management

  • Take overall responsibility for the daily upkeep and organisation of the home.
  • Maintain the apartment in a clean, tidy, and well-presented condition.
  • Manage household shopping and ensure essential supplies are available.
  • Handle laundry and general household organisation as required.
  • Keep children’s areas and shared spaces orderly.
  • Establish practical household routines and ensure they are maintained.
  • Work independently and identify tasks that need attention without being asked.

Cooking & Meal Preparation

  • Plan and prepare fresh, nutritious meals for the family.
  • Provide healthy and well-balanced everyday cooking.
  • Organise grocery requirements and select suitable ingredients.
  • Take the family’s preferences and nutritional needs into consideration when planning meals.

Childcare & Governess Duties

  • Provide attentive care for the three children when required.
  • Take primary responsibility for the children on Wednesdays.
  • Provide childcare support whenever the family’s regular nanny is absent.
  • Collect or accompany the children as required.
  • Take the children to extracurricular activities and other scheduled commitments.
  • Help maintain a structured and consistent daily routine.
  • Provide a warm, reliable, and positive presence for the children.
  • Encourage good organisation, independence, and age-appropriate routines.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate will be an experienced household professional who is equally comfortable managing domestic responsibilities and caring for children.

  • Proven experience in a comparable Governess, Household Manager, or private household role.
  • Strong ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Highly organised, efficient, and proactive.
  • Trustworthy, dependable, and discreet.
  • Comfortable taking initiative and managing several responsibilities.
  • Genuine interest in preparing healthy and balanced family meals.
  • Confident caring for school-aged and younger children.
  • Comfortable accompanying children to extracurricular activities.
  • Flexible and adaptable according to the family’s needs.
  • Comfortable working in a home with pets.
  • Professional and respectful of family privacy.

Working Conditions

  • Position: Governess
  • Location: Paris 12th arrondissement, France
  • Accommodation: Live-out
  • Schedule: Monday to Friday
  • Hours: 30–35 hours per week
  • Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary

€2,000 per month, depending on experience and suitability.

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