Live-in Housekeeper / Nanny

Colten Care; Fareham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent care provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a live-in Housekeeper/Nanny to manage household responsibilities while supporting children's routines. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-net-worth environments, demonstrating discretion and professionalism. Key responsibilities include all housekeeping duties, child care during weekends, and collaborating with parents to maintain household harmony. This role offers a competitive salary between £45,000 and £70,000 depending on experience, along with accommodation included.

Benefits

Accommodation provided

No bills payable

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in a high-net-worth or fully staffed home.
• Ability to manage children’s routines with warmth and care.
• Flexibility in adjusting hours based on family needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all housekeeping duties including cleaning and laundry.
• Assist children with morning and evening routines.
• Take sole charge of children when required.
• Work with parents to ensure smooth-running routines.
• Maintain professional boundaries and discretion.

Skills

Experience in high-net-worth households

Teamwork and discretion

Organizational skills

Ability to drive

Kind and caring personality

Job description

The successful live‑in Housekeeper / Nanny must have proven experience working in a high‑net‑worth or fully staffed home and a strong understanding of working closely with parents. This role requires teamwork, discretion and a calm, professional approach to help ensure the household runs smoothly and the children’s routines are supported with warmth and care. The children already have a full‑time nanny during the week, so you will work closely with them. During the week the role will focus on housekeeping and household organisation, with weekend hours more focused on childcare and family support.

Key Responsibilities

• All housekeeping duties including cleaning, laundry, ironing, wardrobe management and household organisation
• Helping the children with morning and evening routines, including breakfast, after‑school support, mealtimes, bath and bedtime
• Being available to take sole charge of the children when required
• Working with the parents to ensure smooth‑running routines and household harmony
• Flexibility to adjust hours and duties depending on the family’s schedule (especially during weekends, school holidays or if the family are away)
• Be experienced in a HNW/UHNW household, understanding discretion and professional boundaries, and be able to be part of the family
• Have a kind, caring and calm personality with a willingness to "muck in"
• Be proactive, highly organised, and able to remain one step ahead
• Be confident working independently as well as alongside parents and other staff
• Be a confident driver, happy to work weekends, and committed to building a long‑term relationship with the family

Location

Hampshire

Salary and Working Hours

• Salary: £45,000 – £70,000 (DOE)
• Working week: Saturday – Wednesday (flexible depending on family needs)
• Hours: 07:00 – 15:30 or 11:00 – 19:30 (flexibility required)
• Days off: Thursday & Friday (negotiable)
• Accommodation: Beautifully renovated and fully furnished annexe, offering privacy and independence (no bills payable)
• Driving: Full, clean UK driving licence essential