Summary
Position: Live-In or Live-Out Senior Housekeeper
Accommodation: Optional 1-2 bedroom cottage separate from the main house (partners and well-behaved pets welcome)
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 18:30, with occasional flexibility for weekends
A family of 5 is looking for a Senior Housekeeper to assist them in their 10-bedroom, 3-storey home near Hungerford. Hoping to have someone starting immediately, the ideal candidate is someone with a few years experience and would be happy to hit the ground running.
The Senior Housekeeper will oversee the smooth running of the household while working collaboratively with a team of three other staff. The ideal candidate will be highly experienced, proactive, well-presented, and detail-oriented. This role requires hands-on housekeeping, wardrobe management, and occasional light personal assistant duties.
Key Responsibilities:
- Organising and maintaining the family’s wardrobes, including seasonal changes and garment care.
- All laundry and ironing
- Carrying out general cleaning duties to uphold the high standards of a luxury home
- Managing errands such as parcel drop-offs, dry cleaning, online shopping, and other small tasks.
- Preparing simple meals occasionally, as needed.
- Flower arrangements
- Monitoring and restocking pantry items and household supplies.
- Assisting with basic care for the family’s spaniel when required.
Requirements:
- Proven track record in a similar role within a HNW household.
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Comfortable collaborating within a team environment.
- Must hold a valid UK driving licence and be able to commute daily if the candidate opts to live out.
- Willingness to accommodate occasional weekend work or adapt to the family’s needs.
- Highly professional and well-presented.
