#4248Housekeeper (Spain, Marbella)
Villa in Marbella, family of 4, seasonal residence with guests; Format: full-time, live-in (private room with bathroom); 5/2 schedule, paid vacation, annual flights home
Country🇪🇸 Spain
Salary€3,300 net/month
Governess in – with a strong educational background
Pedagogical education and experience working with families
Knowledge of educational programs and teaching methods.
Individual development and training programsWe will find a governess for a preschool or school-age child in – and worldwide—whether for a live-in or live-out arrangement, full-time or part-time work, a rotational schedule, or travel accompaniment. We offer candidates with proven teaching experience, references, and skills in child development tailored to the child's age and educational curriculum.
When a family needs a governess
A family in – needs a governess when it is important not only to provide childcare but also to establish a structured home-based education and development program. Clients most often turn to us when a child requires personalized academic support, bilingual education, preparation for school admission, or a smooth adjustment period after moving to another country.
Individual home-based learning
A governess helps the child follow the educational curriculum, explains complex topics, oversees the completion of homework, and fosters consistent study habits.
Support in a bilingual environment
It is suitable for families where a child is studying in a foreign language or growing up in a multilingual environment and needs an educator to help establish the language of instruction and communication without stress.
School and exam preparation
The governess develops a plan for preparation—whether for school, tests, academic competitions, or entrance exams—while fostering the child's confidence and independence.
Regarding relocation and the international school
An ideal option for families who are moving, switching educational systems, or choosing an international school and want their child to navigate this transition as smoothly and consciously as possible.
Examples of governess profiles
The types of governesses we introduce to families
Before a contract is signed and the request is discussed in detail, we can send you several examples of governess profiles; however, we verify their current availability and suitability for the specific assignment on an individual basis.
Anna
EducationHigher — Psychology
LanguagesRussian — Native, Ukrainian — Native, English — Fluent
Coursesneuropsychology and psychological correction, work with SEN children, first aid
Children's age3-16 years
Work experienceOver 5 years in families (since 2013)
Governess and tutor with over 10 years in private families, specialising in school-age children and full management of home education. Ran the complete academic and daily schedule for two homeschooled girls in family (2019–2025): taught all school subjects up to Year 7, selected private schools and tutors, coordinated household staff and family travel — the elder child was admitted to the British International School of Tbilisi. Experience with SEN children, neuropsychology and psychological correction. Fluent English, additional education in psychology in Scotland, holds a UK work visa, Schengen and Canadian visas
Timon
EducationPedagogical — Austrian Early Childhood Education Diploma
LanguagesGerman — Native, English — Fluent, Spanish — Basic
CoursesAustrian Swimming First Aid, First aid and emergency assistance, Beginner snowboard instructor
Children's age5-16 years
Work experienceSince 2024
Timon, Austrian national, is a highly capable male candidate for a Nanny-Governess or mentor role. He brings substantial experience from over 580 hours of structured internships in Austrian kindergartens and crèches, working directly with children aged 0-6, alongside less than one year of family work experience. Timon is also an accomplished sports coach and mentor, with expertise in bouldering, snowboarding, and various other sports, including being a former regional bouldering champion and snowboard instructor, and civil service at the Austrian Red Cross.
Julia
EducationDegree in Social Education
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
CoursesFundamentals of Pedagogy in Montessori Education (UK), Childcare and Young People Development (UK), Diet & Nutrition, Maternal & Newborn Nursing, Paediatric First Aid, First Aid & CPR
Children's age0-6 years
Work experiencesince 2023
Julia is a Spanish national residing in Zurich, Switzerland, seeking a private nanny position. Fluent in Spanish and English, she is open to working abroad. Julia possesses a robust educational foundation, including training in Childcare and Young People Development, Montessori Education, Diet & Nutrition, Maternal & Newborn Nursing, Paediatric First Aid, and general First Aid & CPR/AED. Her comprehensive skill set covers childcare and development, Montessori-inspired activities, meal planning, support for diverse needs, and emergency response, highlighting her dedicated and responsible approach to child welfare.
Angelika
EducationUniversity of Cambridge
LanguagesEnglish, Polish
CoursesCertificate in First Aid, Life Saving, Defensive Driving, Self-Defense
Children's age0 - 7 years
Work experience with families20 years
A nanny from Poland with over 20 years of international experience working for families in the UK, the Netherlands, Australia and Morocco, she specializes in caring for newborns and preschool children, early development and teaching English. She is fluent in English and Polish and is an ideal choice for bilingual and academically oriented families. She is distinguished by her maturity, reliability and ability to create a calm and safe atmosphere for children, combining care, development and well‑organized active leisure.
Jumarni
EducationPsychology
LanguagesEnglish, French
CoursesCertification in Counselling Psychology for Children & Adolescents, Teaching Children with Visual Impairment, Health, Nutrition & Wellness Coach, Kids Yoga Teacher
Children's age0-11 years
Work experience12 years
A nanny-governess from Indonesia, currently based in France, with over 19 years of experience caring for children from newborns to school age in families in Singapore and across Europe. She speaks fluent English and French and holds a valid EU residence and work permit. She specialises in full infant care, early childhood development and school support, combining attentive care with creative and wellness activities that help children grow physically and emotionally in a calm, structured environment.
Eliza
EducationMusic, Philology, Pedagogy
LanguagesEnglish, Finnish, Russian
CoursesPiano, music literature, solfeggio, choir
Children's age1,5 - 9 years
Work experience with families8 years
A nanny-governess with a professional Finnish diploma in child and family care and a degree in philology. Since 2015 she has been working with children from high-profile families in Helsinki, including in a diplomatic environment, where she was responsible for the development of a child aged 1.5 to 9. She has six years of experience in a Finnish-English kindergarten and the Seure kindergarten, is fluent in Russian and English and has good command of Finnish, which makes her a strong candidate for multicultural families who value a high level of protocol, confidentiality and impeccable nanny manners.
Anna
EducationHigher — Psychology
LanguagesRussian — Native, Ukrainian — Native, English — Fluent
Coursesneuropsychology and psychological correction, work with SEN children, first aid
Children's age3-16 years
Work experienceOver 5 years in families (since 2013)
Governess and tutor with over 10 years in private families, specialising in school-age children and full management of home education. Ran the complete academic and daily schedule for two homeschooled girls in family (2019–2025): taught all school subjects up to Year 7, selected private schools and tutors, coordinated household staff and family travel — the elder child was admitted to the British International School of Tbilisi. Experience with SEN children, neuropsychology and psychological correction. Fluent English, additional education in psychology in Scotland, holds a UK work visa, Schengen and Canadian visas
Timon
EducationPedagogical — Austrian Early Childhood Education Diploma
LanguagesGerman — Native, English — Fluent, Spanish — Basic
CoursesAustrian Swimming First Aid, First aid and emergency assistance, Beginner snowboard instructor
Children's age5-16 years
Work experienceSince 2024
Timon, Austrian national, is a highly capable male candidate for a Nanny-Governess or mentor role. He brings substantial experience from over 580 hours of structured internships in Austrian kindergartens and crèches, working directly with children aged 0-6, alongside less than one year of family work experience. Timon is also an accomplished sports coach and mentor, with expertise in bouldering, snowboarding, and various other sports, including being a former regional bouldering champion and snowboard instructor, and civil service at the Austrian Red Cross.
Julia
EducationDegree in Social Education
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
CoursesFundamentals of Pedagogy in Montessori Education (UK), Childcare and Young People Development (UK), Diet & Nutrition, Maternal & Newborn Nursing, Paediatric First Aid, First Aid & CPR
Children's age0-6 years
Work experiencesince 2023
Julia is a Spanish national residing in Zurich, Switzerland, seeking a private nanny position. Fluent in Spanish and English, she is open to working abroad. Julia possesses a robust educational foundation, including training in Childcare and Young People Development, Montessori Education, Diet & Nutrition, Maternal & Newborn Nursing, Paediatric First Aid, and general First Aid & CPR/AED. Her comprehensive skill set covers childcare and development, Montessori-inspired activities, meal planning, support for diverse needs, and emergency response, highlighting her dedicated and responsible approach to child welfare.
Angelika
EducationUniversity of Cambridge
LanguagesEnglish, Polish
CoursesCertificate in First Aid, Life Saving, Defensive Driving, Self-Defense
Children's age0 - 7 years
Work experience with families20 years
A nanny from Poland with over 20 years of international experience working for families in the UK, the Netherlands, Australia and Morocco, she specializes in caring for newborns and preschool children, early development and teaching English. She is fluent in English and Polish and is an ideal choice for bilingual and academically oriented families. She is distinguished by her maturity, reliability and ability to create a calm and safe atmosphere for children, combining care, development and well‑organized active leisure.
Jumarni
EducationPsychology
LanguagesEnglish, French
CoursesCertification in Counselling Psychology for Children & Adolescents, Teaching Children with Visual Impairment, Health, Nutrition & Wellness Coach, Kids Yoga Teacher
Children's age0-11 years
Work experience12 years
A nanny-governess from Indonesia, currently based in France, with over 19 years of experience caring for children from newborns to school age in families in Singapore and across Europe. She speaks fluent English and French and holds a valid EU residence and work permit. She specialises in full infant care, early childhood development and school support, combining attentive care with creative and wellness activities that help children grow physically and emotionally in a calm, structured environment.
Eliza
EducationMusic, Philology, Pedagogy
LanguagesEnglish, Finnish, Russian
CoursesPiano, music literature, solfeggio, choir
Children's age1,5 - 9 years
Work experience with families8 years
A nanny-governess with a professional Finnish diploma in child and family care and a degree in philology. Since 2015 she has been working with children from high-profile families in Helsinki, including in a diplomatic environment, where she was responsible for the development of a child aged 1.5 to 9. She has six years of experience in a Finnish-English kindergarten and the Seure kindergarten, is fluent in Russian and English and has good command of Finnish, which makes her a strong candidate for multicultural families who value a high level of protocol, confidentiality and impeccable nanny manners.
Anna
EducationHigher — Psychology
LanguagesRussian — Native, Ukrainian — Native, English — Fluent
Coursesneuropsychology and psychological correction, work with SEN children, first aid
Children's age3-16 years
Work experienceOver 5 years in families (since 2013)
Governess and tutor with over 10 years in private families, specialising in school-age children and full management of home education. Ran the complete academic and daily schedule for two homeschooled girls in family (2019–2025): taught all school subjects up to Year 7, selected private schools and tutors, coordinated household staff and family travel — the elder child was admitted to the British International School of Tbilisi. Experience with SEN children, neuropsychology and psychological correction. Fluent English, additional education in psychology in Scotland, holds a UK work visa, Schengen and Canadian visas
Timon
EducationPedagogical — Austrian Early Childhood Education Diploma
LanguagesGerman — Native, English — Fluent, Spanish — Basic
CoursesAustrian Swimming First Aid, First aid and emergency assistance, Beginner snowboard instructor
Children's age5-16 years
Work experienceSince 2024
Timon, Austrian national, is a highly capable male candidate for a Nanny-Governess or mentor role. He brings substantial experience from over 580 hours of structured internships in Austrian kindergartens and crèches, working directly with children aged 0-6, alongside less than one year of family work experience. Timon is also an accomplished sports coach and mentor, with expertise in bouldering, snowboarding, and various other sports, including being a former regional bouldering champion and snowboard instructor, and civil service at the Austrian Red Cross.
Julia
EducationDegree in Social Education
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
CoursesFundamentals of Pedagogy in Montessori Education (UK), Childcare and Young People Development (UK), Diet & Nutrition, Maternal & Newborn Nursing, Paediatric First Aid, First Aid & CPR
Children's age0-6 years
Work experiencesince 2023
Julia is a Spanish national residing in Zurich, Switzerland, seeking a private nanny position. Fluent in Spanish and English, she is open to working abroad. Julia possesses a robust educational foundation, including training in Childcare and Young People Development, Montessori Education, Diet & Nutrition, Maternal & Newborn Nursing, Paediatric First Aid, and general First Aid & CPR/AED. Her comprehensive skill set covers childcare and development, Montessori-inspired activities, meal planning, support for diverse needs, and emergency response, highlighting her dedicated and responsible approach to child welfare.
Angelika
EducationUniversity of Cambridge
LanguagesEnglish, Polish
CoursesCertificate in First Aid, Life Saving, Defensive Driving, Self-Defense
Children's age0 - 7 years
Work experience with families20 years
A nanny from Poland with over 20 years of international experience working for families in the UK, the Netherlands, Australia and Morocco, she specializes in caring for newborns and preschool children, early development and teaching English. She is fluent in English and Polish and is an ideal choice for bilingual and academically oriented families. She is distinguished by her maturity, reliability and ability to create a calm and safe atmosphere for children, combining care, development and well‑organized active leisure.
Jumarni
EducationPsychology
LanguagesEnglish, French
CoursesCertification in Counselling Psychology for Children & Adolescents, Teaching Children with Visual Impairment, Health, Nutrition & Wellness Coach, Kids Yoga Teacher
Children's age0-11 years
Work experience12 years
A nanny-governess from Indonesia, currently based in France, with over 19 years of experience caring for children from newborns to school age in families in Singapore and across Europe. She speaks fluent English and French and holds a valid EU residence and work permit. She specialises in full infant care, early childhood development and school support, combining attentive care with creative and wellness activities that help children grow physically and emotionally in a calm, structured environment.
Eliza
EducationMusic, Philology, Pedagogy
LanguagesEnglish, Finnish, Russian
CoursesPiano, music literature, solfeggio, choir
Children's age1,5 - 9 years
Work experience with families8 years
A nanny-governess with a professional Finnish diploma in child and family care and a degree in philology. Since 2015 she has been working with children from high-profile families in Helsinki, including in a diplomatic environment, where she was responsible for the development of a child aged 1.5 to 9. She has six years of experience in a Finnish-English kindergarten and the Seure kindergarten, is fluent in Russian and English and has good command of Finnish, which makes her a strong candidate for multicultural families who value a high level of protocol, confidentiality and impeccable nanny manners.
What a governess does in your family
Governess duties
The functionality is always tailored to the family, but most often it includes the following.
Child learning and development
- Following the school curriculum and helping with homework
- One-to-one lessons in key subjects, within the governess's areas of expertise
- Preparation for tests, assessments, exams and school entry
- Building reading, writing, numeracy, logic and concentration skills
- School readiness: focus, study routine and first learning habits
- Working within the family's chosen approach: Montessori, Waldorf or bespoke programmes
- Developing independent study: planning, self-checking, learning from mistakes
- Managing the schedule of lessons, tutors, clubs and school deadlines
- Liaising with the school and teachers, as agreed with the parents
- Setting up the study space and preparing materials for lessons
- Enriching free time: reading, music, creative work, museums, educational trips
- Regular feedback to the parents on progress and areas to develop
Linguistic and cultural development
- Lessons in one or two languages, at the family's request
- Building vocabulary and developing confident spoken language
- A natural language environment day to day: play, walks and everyday conversation
- Supporting bilingualism and maintaining a second language after relocation
- Pronunciation, reading and writing in the foreign language
- Preparation for language exams and entrance interviews at international schools
- Introducing the cultures and traditions of other countries, where this matters to the family
- Etiquette, manners and social conduct, including table manners
- Shaping character: courtesy, responsibility and respect for boundaries
- Support in adapting to a new country, school and language environment
- Nurturing an interest in music, art, literature and history
- The role of mentor and companion: trusted conversation and personal example
A governess's responsibilities go well beyond academics. She is a qualified professional who combines the roles of educator, mentor and companion, caring equally about the child's intellectual progress and the formation of their character.
Sourcing geography and formats
International recruitment of governesses and relocation support
We rarely place a governess "in one city". More often a family keeps two homes in different countries, spends the school year in one jurisdiction and the summer in another, is about to relocate or is already mid-move. That changes what matters in a candidate: not only subjects and languages, but passport, visas, lived experience in the country and the ability to pack for a trip at a day's notice.
In every search for families in – we take into account the candidate's visa status and right to work in the relevant country, the languages of the family and the child, the education system, the cultural context, and genuine readiness to fly and change time zones.
Why families choose Royal Keeper when looking for a governess
We help families avoid spending months searching and connect immediately with vetted governesses—both locally and worldwide.
Access to strong candidates
Over the years, we have built a private database of specialists, many of whom do not post their resumes publicly and work exclusively through trusted agencies.
Picking speed and accuracy
Understanding your requirements, we quickly propose several suitable candidates, taking into account the child's age, the educational program, languages, and the employment arrangement.
Support throughout the partnership
If, for any reason, the governess is no longer a good fit for you, we initiate a new search and facilitate a smooth transition to a new specialist.
Risk minimization
We verify candidates' references, work experience, and reputation to screen out unsuitable or unprofessional individuals before they even reach the interview stage with you.
Most families who first try to find a governess on their own encounter the same difficulties — lack of time, uncertainty, and the risk of making a mistake. Royal Keeper takes care of all that so you can focus on your family instead of endless interviews.
Need household staff or a nanny?
Leave a request and a Royal Keeper recruiter will get in touch
to discuss your needs and propose the first candidates.
Our approach to recruitment
How we recruit staff
01
Request diagnostics
We discuss the family's lifestyle, schedule, level of responsibility, and service expectations — not just a list of duties.
02
Contract signing
We record all key collaboration terms in an individual contract. After signing, the team launches the project.
03
Search and selection
We run an extensive search, interview candidates, and verify their experience, references, and work history.
04
Finalist presentation
You receive a shortlist with detailed profiles and recruiter notes; interviews are arranged with selected candidates.
05
Onboarding support
We help agree on terms, support onboarding, and remain available for any questions after the candidate starts.
01
Request diagnostics
We discuss the family's lifestyle, schedule, level of responsibility, and service expectations — not just a list of duties.
02
Contract signing
We record all key collaboration terms in an individual contract. After signing, the team launches the project.
03
Search and selection
We run an extensive search, interview candidates, and verify their experience, references, and work history.
04
Finalist presentation
You receive a shortlist with detailed profiles and recruiter notes; interviews are arranged with selected candidates.
05
Onboarding support
We help agree on terms, support onboarding, and remain available for any questions after the candidate starts.
Child safety and family privacy
Safety and privacy
standards
standards
We work with private households where what matters
is not just skills, but the nanny's ethics too.
Verified experience in private households and checked references.
Competency-based interviews: reactions to non-standard situations, approach to discipline, gadgets and personal boundaries.
Confidentiality: ban on publishing family photos and information, NDA on request.
VIP environment understanding: many nannies have already worked in public and international families.
About Royal Keeper
About Us
Royal Keeper is an international agency for the selection of premium household staff and nannies for families around the world, founded in 2000. For over 25 years we have combined luxury service standards with a very attentive approach to each family.
Our recruitment team speaks several languages and works with clients across Europe, the UK, the USA, the Middle East and Asia, so we understand the cultural nuances and requirements of different countries.
We build long-term relationships: most families come back to us or refer their friends, and candidates bring their colleagues and acquaintances.
Year founded
2000
Countries of presence
20+
Years of experience in private service
25+
Successfully filled vacancies
14 000+
Candidates in the agency database
85 000+
Year founded
2000
Countries of presence
20+
Years of experience in private service
25+
Successfully filled vacancies
14 000+
Candidates in the agency database
85 000+
Nanny placement terms with Royal Keeper
Service pricing and cooperation terms
We work transparently: you understand the interaction format and fee structure in advance.
Ranges from 12% to 22% of the specialist’s annual salary and depends on the country of recruitment, the level of the position, the urgency of the search, and the selected contract format. The replacement guarantee period ranges from 6 to 12 months, and the number of replacements depends on the selected contract.
Payment is made in two stages: an initial deposit is required to confirm the order and start work on the request, and the remaining balance is paid after the candidate has been approved.
Special conditions are available for returning clients, repeat requests, and orders involving the selection of several specialists for one family.
Governess Recruitment Services
Governess for a child in –
Have you considered the profound implications of entrusting your children's intellectual growth and personal safety to an individual whose background and approach might not fully resonate with your family's ethos or protect your private circumstances? Our agency excels in identifying governesses in – who are selected with careful attention to the specific nuances of your daily life and household dynamics, delivering solutions that foster trust and harmony.
We employ a rigorous multi-stage selection methodology encompassing detailed personal interviews, extensive reference validation, and in-depth security assessments to guarantee the highest standards of professionalism and reliability. Among the essential hard skills required are mastery of developmental psychology for children, design of bespoke learning programs, advanced multilingual teaching capabilities, and expertise in health and safety procedures including first aid certification.
Options for families in – encompass full-time residential arrangements, part-time daily visits, interim placements for travel seasons, and targeted specializations for newborns, primary school children, teenagers preparing for university, and those with particular developmental requirements. The agency takes full charge of all administrative procedures such as formulating the job specification, aligning on the working timetable, and clarifying role obligations, making the entire process seamless and reassuring for you.
Latest Royal Keeper vacanciesLatest
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vacancies
We update the list of vacancies daily for nannies, housekeepers, chefs, estate managers and other staff. Pick a role and a country to see offers that best match your experience.