Live out or Live in Housekeeper Job in Earl’s Court, London
A lovely family is seeking an experienced and highly professional Housekeeper to support the smooth running and exceptional presentation of their five storey family home in Earl’s Court. The family consists of a couple with two children, one of whom is at boarding school, and a German Shepherd. The household is supported by an established team including a House Manager/Chef, Live in Housekeeper, and Live in Au Pair.
The ideal candidate will be meticulous, proactive, and discreet, with excellent attention to detail and a genuine pride in their work. The successful candidate will be comfortable working as part of a team while also being able to work independently and manage their responsibilities to a consistently high standard. Flexibility is essential, as the role will also involve travelling to the family's country residence in the Cotswolds, with stays ranging from a couple of days to up to two weeks at a time.
Duties to include:
Maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness
Full housekeeping duties across the five-storey residence
Laundry and ironing
Cleaning the family dog when he returns from walks
Assisting with occasional cooking and meal preparation as required
Travelling to the family's Cotswolds residence as required
Previous experience working within a private household or high-end residence is highly desirable. The successful candidate will be an experienced Housekeeper who takes pride in maintaining a home to the highest standards and is comfortable working as part of an established household team. The ability and willingness to travel to the family's Cotswolds property is essential, and a driving licence would be advantageous.
Accommodation: en-suite bedroom located in the basement of the property with a shared staff kitchen and separate entrance
Residence: 5 storey family residence in Earls Court (with a lift) and 3 storey Cotswolds property
Working week: 5 days per week, with the days off during the week
Working hours:
Weekdays: 1:00 pm – 9:00 pm or 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm (1-hour break)
Saturdays: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm (1-hour break)
Sundays: 8:00 am – 9:00 pm (2-hour break)
Start date: As soon as the right candidate is found
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 DOE
Job reference: 246407
Consultants to contact: Melinda Nagy – Live out, Francesca de Paoli – Live in