£70,000–£75,000 Gross Per Annum | Three-Week Rotation | Live-In While on Duty | ASAP Start
Burlington Nannies is delighted to be assisting a warm and respectful family who have recently relocated from the UK to Abu Dhabi in their search for an experienced Rota Manny / Personal Assistant.
This is a wonderful opportunity for a professional, engaging and highly organised candidate to care for an inquisitive five-year-old boy while providing valuable personal assistant support to the family.
The little boy attends full-time school, allowing the successful candidate to balance attentive childcare outside school hours with a range of child-related and household PA responsibilities during the school day.
The family employ a wider household team and are seeking someone who will bring warmth, discretion, professionalism and a positive approach to this long-term position.
Position Overview
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Salary: £70,000–£75,000 gross per annum
Schedule: Three-week rotation
Accommodation: Private bedroom and bathroom provided while on duty
Travel: International travel required, with flights to and from home paid by the family
Employment: Self-employed or PAYE arrangements available
Start Date: ASAP
Trials: Paid trials held in Abu Dhabi
The Role
The successful candidate will provide nurturing, developmentally appropriate care for a bright and curious five-year-old boy, supporting his education, confidence, independence and overall wellbeing.
You will be a positive male role model, creating a happy, stimulating and structured environment while encouraging learning through play, outdoor activities, sport and everyday experiences.
Outside school hours, you will take full responsibility for the child's care, routines and activities, ensuring consistency and maintaining excellent communication with the parents.
During school hours, you will undertake a variety of personal assistant responsibilities, supporting both the child and his mother with the smooth organisation of their daily lives.
Childcare and Educational Responsibilities
Provide attentive, engaging and age-appropriate care outside school hours.
Support early learning, language development, social skills and independence.
Plan stimulating activities, outings, sports and educational experiences.
Establish and maintain consistent daily routines.
Encourage good manners, confidence and positive behaviour.
Support homework, reading and educational development.
Accompany the family on international travel, maintaining the child's routines and wellbeing.
Work collaboratively with other household staff to ensure seamless daily care.
Child-Related PA Responsibilities
Manage daily school drop-offs and collections.
Oversee school communications, including emails, apps, notices and teacher correspondence.
Organise extracurricular activities, sports, lessons, clubs and playdates.
Coordinate school uniforms, supplies, books and equipment.
Arrange medical, dental and other appointments, maintaining relevant records.
Purchase clothing, shoes, educational resources and other essentials.
Prepare school bags, lunches and activity kits when required.
Maintain school calendars, important dates and educational milestones.
Support homework and learning reinforcement outside school hours.
Personal Assistant Support for the Mother
Assist with selected diary appointments, scheduling and reminders.
Undertake personal errands and reasonable administrative tasks.
Research and arrange family travel, activities and services.
Coordinate child-related logistics with other household staff.
Assist with correspondence and organisational responsibilities.
Provide practical, discreet support to ensure the family's day-to-day arrangements run smoothly.
Candidate Requirements
The family are seeking a polished, personable and capable professional who is equally comfortable providing hands-on childcare and undertaking structured PA responsibilities.
The ideal candidate will offer:
Essential experience working within a formal, fully staffed private household.
Strong childcare experience with children of approximately five years old.
Previous rota experience or experience providing 24-hour childcare, highly preferred.
Excellent organisational, administrative and time-management skills.
Confidence managing school schedules, communications and extracurricular arrangements.
A warm, engaging and positive approach to childcare.
Excellent communication skills and a discreet, professional manner.
The ability to work collaboratively with household staff.
Flexibility to accompany the family on international travel.
A proactive attitude, excellent attention to detail and the ability to anticipate family needs.
Native-level English proficiency preferred.
Salary and Benefits
Competitive salary of £70,000–£75,000 gross per annum.
Three-week rota schedule.
Private bedroom and bathroom while on duty.
Flights to and from the candidate's home paid by the family.
Option for self-employed or PAYE engagement.
International travel opportunities.
Paid trials in Abu Dhabi.
Long-term opportunity within a respectful and established household.
Apply for This Position
This is an appealing opportunity for an experienced Rota Manny / PA who enjoys combining childcare, educational support and personal assistant responsibilities.
If you are a warm, professional and highly organised candidate with experience in formal private households, we would be delighted to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV to Burlington Nannies.
