by Clare Palmer | Jun 18, 2025 | Blog post
What Is a Rota Governess or Nanny? A rota governess or nanny works on a rotational basis. In some roles this will be a shift of two weeks on, followed by two weeks off. For other families, it will be one week on, then one week off. I have seen jobs advertised for one...
by Clare Palmer | Jun 11, 2025 | Blog post
Ever wondered what type of nanny job would suit your lifestyle, personality, and goals? With so many different nanny roles out there (from live-in and travel positions to daily and VIP jobs) it can feel a bit overwhelming. When I first transitioned from teaching into...
by Clare Palmer | Jun 4, 2025 | Blog post
Classroom to Playroom: Discovering the Role of a Nanny If you’re a teacher feeling stretched too thin in the classroom, or a childcare student wondering where your studies might lead, nannying could be a path worth exploring. Perhaps you’ve reached a point where the...
by Clare Palmer | May 28, 2025 | Blog post
When I think back to my very first governess interview, I realise just how unprepared I was. Coming from a teaching background, I expected something structured and familiar. Instead, the entire interview was with the family’s PA. I didn’t actually meet or speak to the...
by Clare Palmer | May 21, 2025 | Blog post
Are you considering a career in private childcare and curious about working for high net worth families? You might be unsure whether a governess or VIP nanny role is the right fit for you. If that sounds like you, it’s essential to understand the key differences...
by Clare Palmer | May 14, 2025 | Blog post
If you’ve ever found yourself staring at your planning late at night and thinking, “There must be another way to teach,” you’re not alone. More and more teachers are quietly wondering if they can keep going in a system that feels increasingly rigid, rushed, and...
