Nanny Jobs, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Nanny Jobs in Abu Dhabi
Tax-free, live-in positions with private families across Saadiyat Island, Al Bateen, Al Reem and Khalifa City, accommodation, flights and visa typically provided.
For Nannies, Governesses & Maternity Nurses
Build your career in Abu Dhabi with Lumière
Abu Dhabi's private families offer experienced nannies and governesses exceptional packages, tax-free pay, accommodation, flights and full visa sponsorship, often within calm, fully staffed households. Lumière recruits for professional, contract-based roles, and one of our long-standing client families is based here.
We recruit across Saadiyat Island, Al Bateen, Al Reem Island, Khalifa City, Al Raha Beach and Yas Island. Registering is free for candidates.
Roles We Recruit For
Live-In Nanny
Full-time, accommodation-included roles with one family.
Live-Out / Daily Nanny
Day roles returning to your own home each evening.
Governess
Education-led care and learning for school-age children.
Maternity Nurse
Newborn and postnatal specialists, day or 24-hour.
Travel & Yacht Nanny
Roles that travel with the family, including charter seasons.
Rota Nanny
Rotational patterns such as 2-weeks-on / 2-weeks-off.
Pay & Conditions in Abu Dhabi
Indicative NET ranges for declared, contract-based roles. Actual pay reflects your experience, languages and qualifications.
UAE roles are contract-based with visa sponsorship, accommodation and flights, we place declared, professional positions, not informal arrangements.
What Families in Abu Dhabi Look For
- Verifiable childcare references and a clean background check
- Comfortable with international travel; visa sponsored as part of the package
- Strong swimming usually essential; driving a significant advantage
- Qualifications (Norland, NNEB, CACHE, Montessori) valued for senior roles
English is essential; Arabic, Russian, French or a European language is a strong advantage with Abu Dhabi's international families.
Why Work With Lumière
Founded by a working career nanny, not a recruiter
Lumière is French Riviera-based and founded by a working career nanny, so we understand both sides of a placement. We place only declared, properly contracted roles, we are honest about families and expectations, and we stay in touch with our candidates. Register once and we will reach out when the right Abu Dhabi role comes along.
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Abu Dhabi Nanny Jobs, FAQ
How do I find nanny jobs in Abu Dhabi?
Register with Lumière using the application form on this page. We match experienced, reference-checked candidates with private families across Saadiyat Island, Al Bateen and Al Reem, live-in, governess, maternity and travel roles.
Are nanny salaries in Abu Dhabi tax-free?
Yes, the UAE levies no personal income tax, so your salary is paid free of tax, typically alongside accommodation, return flights, medical insurance and visa sponsorship.
Do I need a visa to work as a nanny in Abu Dhabi?
A residence and work visa is required, but it is sponsored as part of the placement, you do not arrange it yourself. Accommodation and flights are usually included too.
What does a live-in nanny earn in Abu Dhabi?
Typically AED 12,000–AED 18,000+ per month, tax-free, plus accommodation, flights and medical cover. Governesses, maternity nurses and multilingual career nannies earn at the higher end.
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