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.