Live in Nanny/ Housekeeper

Marcilly Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A private household in the UK is seeking a kind, caring live-in Housekeeper/Nanny to help support children's routines and manage housekeeping duties. The successful candidate will have experience in high-net-worth homes and will be flexible with their hours to meet the family's needs. A full clean UK driving license is essential, and the role offers competitive salary and accommodation. They are looking for a high-quality candidate who will stay long-term.

Benefits

No bills payable on accommodation

Opportunity for long-term employment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in high-net-worth (HNW) or fully staffed homes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Kind and caring personality, flexible and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• All housekeeping duties including cleaning, laundry and ironing.
• Helping children with morning and evening routines.
• Being available to take sole charge of the children when required.

Skills

Experience in UHNW households

Discretion and professional boundaries

Proactive and organised

Confident driving skills

Job description

Overview

Live-in Housekeeper/Nanny. A busy private household on the Hampshire/Wiltshire border, within easy reach of London. Marcilly Recruitment’s client is looking for a kind, caring and highly organised Housekeeper/Nanny with a flexible and proactive approach. This is a busy but welcoming family household set in a stunning countryside estate.

The successful candidate must have proven experience working in high‑net‑worth (HNW) or fully staffed homes and a strong understanding of the dynamics of working closely with parents and other household staff. This role requires teamwork, discretion and a calm, professional approach to support the children’s routines with warmth and care.

Details

• Salary: £50,000–£75,000 DOE
• Position: Permanent – Live-in
• Working Week: Saturday – Wednesday; Hours: 07:00 – 15:30 OR 11:00 – 19:30 (flexibility required)
• Days Off: Thursday & Friday (negotiable)
• Flexibility: Required – if the family are away for the weekend you will work Monday – Friday instead
• Salary (additional): Competitive, dependent on experience and longevity
• Travel: Not essential but occasional flexibility may be requested
• Start Date: Happy to wait a notice period for the right candidate
• Location: Stunning countryside property on the Hampshire/Wiltshire border, within easy reach of London
• Accommodation: Beautifully renovated and fully furnished annexe, adjacent to but separate from the main house with its own entrance, driveway, kitchen and living space; offering privacy and independence. No bills payable.
• Driving: Full, clean UK driving licence is essential

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)

The Successful Candidate Will

• Be experienced in UHNW or fully staffed households, understanding discretion and professional boundaries
• 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

Interviewing ASAP.

References required.

They are definitely looking for a high-quality candidate who will stay long-term, and in return you will be well looked after by the young family who are super personable and warm.

Marcilly Recruitment is an international recruitment firm who specialise in business administrative support and private household recruitment.

Unfortunately, due to the sheer volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond individually to each one. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within five working days then sadly your application has been unsuccessful.