Live-Out or In Housekeeper / PA

Exclusive Household Staff; Greater London; Presencial; GBP 43.000 - 58.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Private bedroom with ensuite (live-in)

Descripción de la vacante

Exclusive Household Staff is seeking a highly professional Housekeeper/PA for a family in Holland Park, London. The role covers maintaining the home to the highest standards of cleanliness, organisation and efficiency, while supporting the family in a large four-floor property.

The candidate should have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in formal private residences, with at least 3 years in one household, plus strong laundry, wardrobe, and pet-care skills.

Formación

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in formal private residences, with at least 3 years in one household.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee household running to the highest standards of cleanliness, organisation and efficiency.
• Provide general support to the family.
• Pet care and liaise with staff and trades as needed.

Conocimientos

Trustworthy

Organised

Energetic

Initiative

Safety-conscious

Flexible

Teamwork

Descripción del empleo

Holland Park, London , Salary: £50,000 gpa (doe)

Location: Holland Park, London
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm
Salary: £50,000 gross per annum, depending on experience
Accommodation if Live-In: Private Bedroom with Kitchenette and ensuite (separate entrance)
Start Date: ASAP

Job Summary
A highly professional and experienced Housekeeper / PA is required for a family of three, with two university-age children, in a large four-floor property in Holland Park, London. The home includes 5 bedrooms (inc staff accom), 7 bathrooms, a drawing room, family room, gym, and spa. A highly energetic, self-motivated, and reliable candidate is essential.

The role involves overseeing the smooth running of the household to the highest standards of cleanliness, organisation, and efficiency, as well as providing general support to the family.

Pet friendliness is essential as the family has dogs (both small and large), supported by a daily dog walker.

Key Responsibilities

• Cleaning and tidying the entire home to a superior standard, including interior windows, patios, pathways, and steps
• Assisting with food preparation, cleaning, tidying, and organising the kitchen, butler’s pantry, and wine room; ability to prepare fresh family meals is a plus
• Making weekly grocery shopping lists; maintaining refrigerator, pantry, and cupboards; discarding out-of-date items
• Making beds, changing linens and towels
• Collecting, washing, ironing, mending, and returning laundry
• Managing wardrobes and arranging dry-cleaning
• Answering the door and telephone; managing deliveries and running errands
• Feeding and attending to household pets
• Watering household plants and flower arranging
• Assisting with preparation for dinner parties and special events
• Handling petty cash and family debit card
• Liaising with tradespeople, suppliers, and contractors
• Managing security alarms
• Maintaining household supplies, cleaning equipment, and arranging servicing of all appliances and home systems
• Notifying the employer immediately if any items need repair or are broken
• Carrying out any other reasonable tasks as requested by the family

Required Attributes

• Trustworthy, reliable, and responsible
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and consistent in work quality
• Able to follow instructions and take initiative
• Safety-conscious and accountable for mistakes
• Flexible and adaptable
• Team work is highly important as you'll be working with their weekend housekeeper on cross over days

Essential Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5 years’ experience working in formal private residences, with at least 3 years in one household
• Highest standards of cleaning and hygiene
• Excellent laundry and wardrobe management skills