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Part-Time Housekeeper (16-20 hours) - Private Household - Long-Term Role

A lovely informal family household is seeking an experienced and hands on Part Time Housekeeper to support the smooth running of their home. This is a long term position suited to a professional, discreet and proactive candidate who takes pride in maintaining high standards and works well independently.

Working Schedule

  • 16 hours per week: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
  • 4 hours per day, starting between 8:00am-9:00am
  • Option to increase to 20 hours (5 mornings per week) for a candidate able to assist with cooking/meal preparation

Salary

  • £20-23ph self employed DOE


Duties to Include

  • Full housekeeping duties: cleaning, tidying and maintaining a high standard throughout a 5 bedroom home
  • Laundry, including hand washing and ironing
  • Changing bed linen and managing household linens
  • Kitchen upkeep and organisation
  • Opening blinds/curtains and daily household reset
  • Occasional errands (post office, light shopping)
  • Dog care (short walk for a very gentle Labradoodle if required)

For 20-hour role:

  • Simple, healthy meal preparation and kitchen focused day each week


The Household

  • Informal, welcoming family environment
  • Three children (older - one at home, others at university/boarding school, returning during holidays)
  • Both principals often work from home
  • Large, traditional interiors with antiques and artwork, wooden and stone floors


Candidate Requirements

  • Previous experience working in a similar private household, ideally within a larger home
  • Trustworthy and discreet (key holder)
  • Warm, friendly and professional with a calm presence
  • Able to work independently, respecting boundaries within a home where principals are often present
  • Strong attention to detail and good common sense
  • Dog friendly


Additional Information

  • Self employed preferred but PAYE considered
  • The family are seeking a long term commitment following with a proven track record in longevity with previous employers
  • Checkable references and an up to date DBS required.
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