Short Term Live Out Housekeeper Job

Short Term Full time Live out Housekeeper Job, Henley on Thames, Oxfordshire.

A lovely couple with adult children who visit on occasion are looking for a temporary experienced housekeeper to join them, looking after their large fully staffed 10-bedroom home in the countryside. It is an informal household, but they expect high standards. The role is a combination of housekeeping and assisting with cooking for the family on occasion. They entertain often, especially during the shooting season so you will be expected to be flexible and help out. Employed already is a head Housekeeper who you will need to work alongside. 

We are looking for a professional, courteous, kind and relaxed team player. The role is a minimum of 3 days per week ideally, they would find someone who would be flexible to work up to 5 days With the odd day being on the weekend very occasionally although they will consider someone who can only do 3 days or 4 days.  

Duties to include:

  • Hands-on housekeeping, cleaning and tidying to a high standard.

  •  laundry and ironing

  • Food preparation and cooking

  • Managing the wardrobes

  • Occasional dog walking ( they have 2 large dogs)

  • Packing and unpacking suitcases

  • Helping when the family entertain

  • Other ad hoc duties as required

A full UK driving license and checkable references are essential. The ideal candidate for the role will have previous experience working in a similar role.

Property: 10-bedroom house

Days and Hours: Monday – Friday, 8.30 am – 5pm

Salary: £17 - £20 GPH

Start: ASAP for 3 months

Vacancy number: 116152

Consultant to contact: Carole Biduaya

If you would like to apply and are not already registered, please send your CV to:

carole@greycoatlumleys.co.uk