
July 2026: Current Private Household Vacancies
If you’re currently exploring your next role within a private household, we are working with a number of families and estates across the UK who are actively hiring.
At Abode Staff, we specialise in placing experienced professionals into private homes – from housekeepers and nannies to house managers and domestic couples.
Below is a selection of our current live vacancies.
Mother’s Help – Cookham Dean, Berkshire
A warm and welcoming family in Cookham Dean is looking for a reliable and proactive Mother’s Help to support the smooth running of their busy home.
- Monday to Thursday, minimum 16 hours per week
- Ideally 2:00pm–6:00pm
- £18–£23 gross per hour, depending on experience
- Additional hours available if desired
- Live-out position
A varied role combining school pick-ups, family meal preparation, laundry, household organisation and practical family support.
Full-Time Housekeeper – Near Marlborough, Wiltshire
A welcoming family of six near Marlborough is looking for an experienced full-time housekeeper to care for their large rural family home.
- Monday to Friday
- 5–8 hours per day
- £20–£25 gross per hour, depending on experience
- Live-out position
A lovely long-term opportunity for a proactive housekeeper who enjoys maintaining a busy family home and is happy to provide occasional additional support when needed.
Live-in Housekeeper – Near Turville, Buckinghamshire
A welcoming family on a private country estate near Turville is seeking an experienced and proactive live-in housekeeper.
- 45 hours per week
- Two consecutive days off during the week
- Up to £50,000 gross per annum
- Flat provided just outside the estate
A varied position combining high-standard housekeeping with family-style cooking, errands, driving and care of the family’s dogs.
Estate Administrator – Near High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
A private estate near High Wycombe is looking for a proactive and highly organised Estate Administrator to support the principals and wider estate team.
- Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm
- £30,000–£40,000 gross per annum, depending on experience
- Possibility of working from home one day per week
An excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator seeking a varied role within a busy and professionally managed private estate.
Part-Time Nanny / Housekeeper – Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
A lovely young family in Henley-on-Thames is looking for a reliable and hands-on Nanny / Housekeeper to support them on a long-term basis.
- Two days per week
- 9:00am–5:00pm
- Flexibility on working days
- Up to £25 gross per hour, depending on experience
- Live-out position
A rewarding role combining childcare with light housekeeping and household organisation.
Experienced Housekeeper – Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
A welcoming family in Henley-on-Thames is seeking an experienced and detail-focused housekeeper to maintain their beautiful home.
- Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm
- £45,000–£50,000 gross per annum, depending on experience
- Live-out position
An excellent long-term opportunity for an experienced private housekeeper with meticulous standards and a proactive approach.
Working with Abode Staff
We work closely with both clients and candidates to ensure the right fit for every placement.
Our approach is always:
- discreet
- considered
- tailored to each household
If you are experienced in private households and are considering your next move, we would be very happy to hear from you.