Start With How Your Household Actually Works It can be tempting to base staffing requirements on the size of a property alone. In reality, two six-bedroom homes can require completely different levels of support. A family with young children, regular guests and two working parents may have a relatively modest property but require considerable day-to-day […]
About the Role Our client is looking for an experienced and reliable Live-in Housekeeper to support the day-to-day running of their six-bedroom private residence near Hungerford. Working five hours per day, Monday to Friday, you’ll take responsibility for keeping the home clean, organised and beautifully presented. This is a largely independent position, so it would
About the Role We are looking for an experienced Housekeeper in Chipping Norton to join a private household in the North Oxfordshire countryside. This is a varied live-in position combining high-quality housekeeping with companionship, driving, meal preparation and dog care. The main focus of the role will be maintaining the Principal’s home to a high
About the Role The family is looking for a Housekeeper and Driver/Handyman couple to help with the day-to-day running of their North Oxfordshire home and wider estate. The estate includes a two-bedroom converted barn, a five-bedroom family home which is not occupied full-time, a small farm office, pool house and other estate spaces requiring occasional
About the Family This is a warm and welcoming high-profile family living just outside Hungerford. With three lively young children, their home is joyful and busy – definitely more “family lived-in” than pristine showroom! They’re looking for an experienced, unflappable Housekeeper to help keep things running smoothly behind the scenes. It’s a fully staffed household
What Do Employers Look for in a Private Housekeeper? Every household is different, but there are certain qualities that consistently matter when recruiting a private housekeeper. Employers are generally looking for someone who is reliable, discreet and able to work to a consistently high standard without needing constant direction. Previous experience within a private household
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What Salary Should You Pay a Full-Time Housekeeper in Berkshire? As a general guide, £35,000–£60,000+ gross per year is a useful range when budgeting for a full-time private housekeeper. Where a particular role sits within that range will depend on its requirements. A position focused primarily on cleaning, laundry and maintaining the home, with straightforward
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Is 15–20 Hours a Week Enough for a Housekeeper? For some larger homes, 15–20 hours of housekeeping support per week can work very well. This is often enough where there are one or two adults living in the property, some rooms are rarely used, or the household’s requirements are primarily cleaning, laundry and general upkeep.
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A Long-Term Opportunity for a Domestic Couple Near Reading This is a varied position combining approximately 20 hours per week of housekeeping with a full-time Maintenance Manager/Gardener role of approximately 40 hours per week. The Housekeeper will take responsibility for the day-to-day upkeep and organisation of the family’s six-bedroom main house and a two-bedroom cottage
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A New Opportunity for a Part-Time Housekeeper/Cook in Cookham, Berkshire This position would suit an experienced private Housekeeper who enjoys taking responsibility for the day-to-day care of a home and is confident working independently. Alongside general housekeeping, laundry and ironing, cooking is an important part of the role. The principal enjoys fresh, nutritious food with
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A Great Opportunity for a Live-In Housekeeper in Notting Hill This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Live-In Housekeeper to join a private household in Notting Hill and take responsibility for maintaining the property to consistently high standards. Working Monday to Friday, 8.00am–6.00pm, the Housekeeper will oversee the day-to-day upkeep and presentation of the
A Great Opportunity for a Housekeeper in Cookham, Berkshire This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Housekeeper to join a warm and welcoming family in Cookham, Berkshire. Offering approximately 30–35 hours per week, the role is ideal for someone looking for a varied, long-term position where they can take real ownership of the day-to-day
