A warm, well-organised, calm and happy family looking for a governess to take charge of the after-school period for our two children in our lovely West London home. The candidate will be comfortable with primary education (in particular they should be fluent in English and Maths for KS1 and 2). The school is within walking distance / we are in reach of excellent transport links. We really want someone who can build a great relationship with the children through everyday interactions whilst setting and expecting standards (informally or formally through homework) appropriate to the child's age and ability, in a caring and engaging way.

We are down-to-earth and approachable parents / employers - we work full time and wish to find a candidate that can work with us as a team. Contract, payroll and contracted holidays provided.

Further details:

Suggested hours and schedule (subject to discussion with the candidate)
- Term time: Monday to Friday, 3.00pm to 8.00pm (25 hours per week). Additional hours can be provided.
 - Holidays: additional hours can be provided.

A typical afternoon
- 3.15pm: collect the children from school (walking or public transport); snack and settle-in
-  4pm to 5pm: homework, reading and one-to-one academic work, with the KS2 child on structured 11+ preparation and the KS1 child on phonics, early maths and reading practice   
-  5pm: supper
 -  6pm:  tidy-up and getting ready to go upstairs
-  7pm to 8pm: baths, quiet reading and bedtime routine.
 Certain afternoons will vary with after school clubs etc.

Key responsibilities
- Academic: support both children across the primary curriculum (English, maths in particular) and work with parents
- Encourage curiosity, independence, good study habits and a love of reading
- Childcare related household duties
- School pick-ups and drop-offs, supervising play and activities
- Preparing children's meals (support can be provided) and keeping their areas tidy

Candidate requirements:
-  Proven experience as a governess/ teacher
- Excellent spoken and written English
-  Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain/update one) and right to work in the UK
- Verifiable references
-  A calm, patient, energetic and consistent personality; a good role model