Live-in Housekeeper — 25 hrs/wk, Private Cottage

Abode Staff Ltd; Hungerford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Separate cottage

Private accommodation

Job summary

Abode Staff Ltd is seeking a live-in housekeeper for a private family near Hungerford, Berkshire. The role is approx 25 hours per week, with a separate three-bedroom cottage for your own accommodation. Salary is £20–£23 gross per hour, depending on experience. The ideal candidate will have private household housekeeping experience, be a confident driver, and enjoy independent work.

Responsibilities include daily cleaning, laundry, ironing, some cooking, dog walking, and optional garden tasks.

Qualifications

• Previous private household housekeeping experience.
• Confident driver with own vehicle due to rural location.
• High-standard cleaning, laundry and ironing skills.
• Able to work independently and manage workload.
• Organised, reliable and trustworthy.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain the home to a high standard, ensuring it is tidy and well presented.
• Manage the estate office, laundry, ironing, and clothing care.
• Occasional simple cooking and care for the family dog.
• Option to take paid extra hours for garden maintenance.

Skills

Private household housekeeping

Driving

High-standard cleaning

Laundry & ironing

Independent working

Job description

Abode Staff Ltd is seeking a live-in housekeeper for a private family near Hungerford, Berkshire. The role is approx 25 hours per week, with a separate three-bedroom cottage for your own accommodation. Salary is £20–£23 gross per hour, depending on experience. The ideal candidate will have private household housekeeping experience, be a confident driver, and enjoy independent work.

Responsibilities include daily cleaning, laundry, ironing, some cooking, dog walking, and optional garden tasks.