Role: Temporary Live-in Housekeeper

Poppy Lane Placements Ltd; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a skilled Live-in Housekeeper for a temporary contract in Maida Vale, London. The role requires overseeing a high-tech household, where you will manage cleaning, cooking, and guest relations for a busy Principal. Ideal candidates are proactive, have significant experience in private households, and possess excellent communication abilities.

Benefits

Accommodation provided

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience as a Domestic Couple in a private household.
• Fluency in English.
• Valid DBS check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Perform general housekeeping duties including cleaning, laundry, and cooking.
• Manage grocery shopping and household supplies.
• Attentively welcome guests when required.

Skills

Housekeeping

Cooking

Communication

Tools

Crestron

Job description

Days: Monday-Friday (weekend flexibility when Client is in-residence)

Hours: 9am-6pm (greater flexibility when Client is in-residence)

Hourly Rate: £20-£25 per hour

Contract: (June-September 2025)

Accommodation:Large en-suite studio flat, within a beautiful garden house on the estate

Start: Immediate

We are immediately seeking an experienced, flexible and energetic Live-in Housekeeper for a temporary contract, to oversee a residence in Maida Vale, central London

You’ll be working for a personable male Principal who has high standards and who travels a great deal. When he is away from the residence you will work standard hours and when he is in-residence greater flexibility will be required

The Housekeeper will perform all general housekeeping duties including; cleaning, laundry & ironing, packing & unpacking and wardrobe managementto a very high standard. They should also be able to prepare simple healthy dishes occasionally, so be comfortable with light cooking. They will manage grocery shopping, organise deliveries, and manage household supplies. The Housekeeper may be required to welcome occasional Guests to the household and be welcoming and attentive

This is high-tech new home, so previous use of systems such as Crestron would be beneficial

This is fantastic position for a pro-active and self-managing Housekeeper with confidence in the kitchen and excellent communication abilities

To apply for this role you must;

• Be eligible to work in the UK
• Be fluent in the English Language
• Have a valid DBS check or be willing to obtain one
• Have excellent contactable references, and display longevity in positions
• Have 3-5+ years’ minimum experience working as a Domestic Couple within a private household

To apply for the position please send your CV to [e-mail]