Role: Live-in Nanny / Housekeeper
Location: Emirates Hills, Dubai
Days / Hours: 6 days per week; 7am-7pm (appropriate breaks during the day)
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Salary: AED 8,000-15,000+ per month, (DOE)
Start date: Flexible: March / April 2026
Benefits: Accommodation, food and utilities, visa sponsorship, insurances, 30 days annual leave
A warm, organised and self-sufficient Live-in Nanny/Housekeeper is required for a private family based in Emirates Hills, Dubai
This role combines childcare support for school-aged children, with housekeeping duties – and would suit a candidate who is calm, hygiene-conscious and organised, with confidence managing daily routines independently. This is a replacement role, with an overlap period provided to allow a smooth handover and training from the outgoing nanny/housekeeper
The family is open to candidates who meet one or more of the following criteria:
• Spanish-speaking (preferred but not essential)
• Previous experience working in Europe or international households (preferred)
• Experience supporting children with additional SEN needs
Childcare responsibilities include:
• Supporting morning routines and breakfast
• Assisting with school preparation and schedules
• Afternoon supervision, activities, and outdoor play
• Supporting evening routines
• Providing a calm, structured, and nurturing environment
Housekeeping responsibilities include;
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and hygienic home environment
• Light laundry and ironing (majority handled by another housekeeper)
• Washing dishes and keeping kitchen areas tidy
• Packing and unpacking following family travel
• Wardrobes are already organised; maintaining order as required
• Working independently and taking initiative in day-to-day household tasks
• Cooking light simple dishes for the children (e.g. chicken, salmon, salads)
To apply for this role you must;
• Be Dubai-based or be willing to relocate
• Have excellent contactable references
• Have 3-5+ years’ experience working as a Nanny/Housekeeper within a private household
To apply for the position please send your CV to mena@poppylaneplacements.com