Nanny/Housekeeper

Marcilly Recruitment Ltd; Remote; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique recruitment agency is seeking a professional and experienced Nanny/Housekeeper for a UHNW family in SW London. The ideal candidate will maintain high standards in household management and support children’s routines. Responsibilities include daily housekeeping, laundry management, and general family support. Applicants should have prior experience in a private household and be proactive and discreet. Salary is £55,000, and the role involves working Wednesday through Sunday with occasional travel required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a private UHNW household.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a fully staffed home.
• Proactive and highly professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation.
• Support daily household management and routines.
• Assist in the children’s morning routine.

Skills

Discretion

Team player

Fluent English

Strong organisational skills

Time management

Flexibility to travel

Job description

Nanny/Housekeeper Job Description

Marcilly Recruitment’s UHNW client is seeking a professional and experienced live out Nanny/Housekeeper to join their fully staffed residence.

Salary: £55,000

Hours: Wednesday – Sunday 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM, Monday and Tuesdays off - 1 weekend per month off

Start Date: ASAP

Location: SW London (Live out role)

The ideal candidate will be discreet, proactive, and capable of maintaining exceptionally high standards of cleanliness and presentation. You will work as part of a dedicated team to support daily operations, including household management, laundry care, and morning family routines. You must also be comfortable with pets.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience in a private UHNW household
• Team player – ability to work collaboratively within a fully staffed home
• Absolute discretion and confidentiality at all times
• Fluent English (spoken and written)
• Proactive, polished, and highly professional demeanour
• Strong organisational skills and excellent time management
• Flexibility to travel occasionally if required

Main Responsibilities

Daily Housekeeping & Cleaning

• Dusting and polishing furniture, fittings, and surfaces
• Vacuuming and cleaning carpets, rugs, and hard floors
• Cleaning inside cupboards and drawers regularly
• Full AM service and ground floor set-up; PM close-down routine
• Deep cleaning as scheduled, including playroom, gym, kitchens, and appliances

Laundry & Wardrobe Management

• Sorting, washing, drying, ironing, folding, and steaming of clothing and linens
• Wardrobe organisation and seasonal rotation (including children’s wardrobes)
• Managing all dry‑cleaning and seamstress requirements

Kitchen & Service

• Breakfast preparation in the absence of the chef
• Lunch service and kitchen clear‑down
• Cutlery, silver, and glassware polishing

Household Support

• Monitoring and restocking of household supplies
• Reporting repairs, maintenance needs, and coordinating contractors as directed
• Managing incoming packages and deliveries
• Supporting the Principal with errands, floristry requirements, and light admin

Children & Family Support

• Assist in the children’s morning routine, including preparing snacks, organising uniforms, and helping them get ready for school
• Manage and maintain children’s laundry and wardrobe
• Liaise family PA to coordinate school items, activities, or appointments

Marcilly Recruitment is a boutique, London based recruitment firm who specialise in business administrative support and private household recruitment in the UK and Middle East.

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