International Nanny, Governess and Tutor Recruitment for UHNW Families
International recruitment of exceptional childcare and education professionals for UHNW families.
Very Important Personnel recruits nannies, maternity nurses, governesses, governors and private tutors for British, European and internationally mobile families who prioritise child safety, outstanding education, multilingual development, discretion and exceptional trust.
We support children from newborns to teenagers. Every confidential search reflects the child’s routine, character and developmental needs, together with the family’s educational ambitions, parenting philosophy, preferred languages, residence portfolio, international travel and expectations regarding the specialist’s personal qualities.
Our clients include millionaires, billionaires, entrepreneurs, investors, next-generation wealth holders and family offices whose professional networks may include HSBC Global Private Banking, Coutts, Lombard Odier, BNP Paribas Wealth Management and Julius Baer. Every mandate is managed with family-office-level confidentiality, whether or not the principal is recognised by Forbes, Bloomberg or the Financial Times.
Childcare and Education Professionals We Recruit:
Newborn Care Nanny
A Newborn Care Nanny provides specialist support during a baby’s first year. Relevant newborn experience, knowledge of feeding, sleep routines, hygiene, bathing and infant development, together with a calm and reassuring approach, are essential for this appointment.
Toddler Nanny
A Toddler Nanny manages daily care, safety, routines, meals, outings, age-appropriate development, play and child-related duties. The professional may also accompany the family between London, Monaco, Switzerland, the French Riviera and other international residences.
Nanny-Educator
A Nanny-Educator combines attentive childcare with purposeful early-years development. Activities may strengthen speech, motor skills, concentration, memory, creativity, confidence, independence and social awareness.
The specialist is also responsible for safety, daily routines, meals, hygiene, outings, children’s belongings and consistent communication with parents or the family office.
Governess
A Governess supports a child’s education, manners, cultural awareness, languages, independence and academic progress. This professional typically works with preschool and school-age children attending leading British and international schools following the English National Curriculum, IGCSE, A-Level, International Baccalaureate or other recognised programmes.
Governor
A Governor is a male educational mentor who supports academic progress, discipline, sport, confidence, interests and broader personal development.
The appointment may combine school support, foreign languages, cultural education, etiquette, travel and preparation for greater independence.
Private Tutor
A Private Tutor develops a personalised educational pathway, establishes academic goals, structures the workload and prepares a child for examinations, school entrance or university admission.
Assignments may include preparation for Eton College, Harrow School, Institut Le Rosey and leading universities such as Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial College London, LSE, ETH Zurich or other competitive institutions worldwide.
Childcare Professionals for Every Stage of Development
- For a newborn, priorities include specialist infant-care experience, feeding, sleep routines, bathing, hygiene and close observation of the baby’s well-being.
- For a toddler, the focus is safety, emotional security, speech and motor development, play and growing independence.
- For a preschool child, the professional creates a stimulating environment incorporating school readiness, literacy, numeracy, creative activities and social skills.
- For a school-age child, responsibilities may include managing the routine, supervising homework, strengthening languages, developing cultural awareness and supporting good manners.
- For a teenager, the role may involve academic planning, examination preparation, school or university applications, mentoring, workload management and the development of independence.
Multilingual Nannies, Governesses and Tutors:
English-Speaking Nanny, Governess, Governor or Tutor
A native or fluent English-speaking professional helps the child develop confident British English through conversation, reading, educational activities, schoolwork and everyday interaction. Candidates may also provide support with British etiquette, pronunciation and preparation for leading UK schools.
French-Speaking Governess or Governor
A French-speaking Governess or Governor develops pronunciation, vocabulary, conversational fluency, literacy and cultural understanding. This may be particularly valuable for families living between the United Kingdom, France, Monaco, Switzerland and Belgium.
Mandarin-Speaking Nanny or Governess
A Mandarin-speaking Nanny or Governess introduces the child to spoken Mandarin, characters, traditions and cultural context through natural communication, games, reading and structured educational activities.
Russian-Speaking Nanny or Governess
A Russian-speaking Nanny or Governess helps children maintain and strengthen their Russian through natural daily communication, reading, storytelling, games and age-appropriate educational activities. This is particularly valuable for bilingual and multilingual families who wish to preserve Russian as a family or heritage language while living abroad.
The professional may develop vocabulary, pronunciation, conversational fluency, reading and writing skills while introducing the child to Russian literature, music and cultural traditions. The programme is tailored to the child’s age, current language level, school curriculum and the family’s educational objectives.
Confidential Candidate Screening
The agency interviews candidates, evaluates their employment history and references, and reviews education, professional qualifications, relevant experience with children of the required age, language proficiency, schedule availability, international mobility and suitability for the family’s requirements.
For professionals entrusted with children, particular attention is given to reliability, emotional stability, attentiveness, honesty, discretion, safeguarding awareness, respect for family boundaries and the ability to respond calmly and responsibly in unexpected situations.
How Our Recruitment Process Works
We begin with a confidential consultation covering the child’s age, character, routine, health considerations, educational objectives, languages, schedule, travel, responsibilities and the family’s expectations regarding the candidate’s experience and personal qualities.
We then create a bespoke position profile, conduct a targeted search through our database and international network, screen candidates, present a carefully selected shortlist, arrange interviews and coordinate trial days where appropriate.
Discuss the Recruitment of a Nanny or Governess
Tell us about your child, family schedule, international residences, travel plans, preferred language, educational ambitions and expectations for the role. We will prepare a tailored position profile and introduce suitable professionals aligned with your family’s approach to care, education and private household service.