Temporary Housekeeper

Exclusive Household Staff; Windsor; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A private household in Windsor is seeking a highly organised Housekeeper to provide temporary assistance over the holiday period. The role involves housekeeping duties, laundry care, pet management, and light cooking. The ideal candidate has experience in private households, strong organisational skills, and is pet-friendly. This position offers £20 gross per hour, requiring hours from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.

Qualifications

• Proven background in a private household with excellent references.
• Experience in laundry and garment care, including delicate fabrics.
• Comfortable with pets and children.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all areas of the home to a high standard of cleanliness.
• Manage wardrobe and assist with travel packing/unpacking.
• Provide pet care, including walks and grooming.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Pet-friendly

Discretion

Team player

Job description

Our client, a welcoming family based in Windsor, is seeking an experienced and highly organised Housekeeper to provide temporary assistance over the holiday period.

This role requires someone who is proactive, meticulous, and takes great pride in maintaining a beautifully presented home. The dates required are below.

• 17th- 24th December
• 29th - 31st December
• 2nd - 6th January

Key Responsibilities

• Full housekeeping duties - ensuring all areas of the home are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and presentation
• Laundry and garment care - including delicate and luxury fabrics
• Wardrobe management – seasonal organisation, packing/unpacking for travel, and general upkeep
• Pet care - daily walks, grooming, and vet appointments for the family’s miniature dachshund
• Errands and household tasks - grocery shopping, dry cleaning, and local collections/deliveries
• Inventory and stock management - monitoring and replenishing household supplies
• Light cooking and meal preparation - preparing lunches and assisting with family meal prep
• Liaising with contractors and tradespeople - overseeing visits and ensuring household maintenance runs smoothly

Requirements

• Experienced Housekeeper - proven background in a private household with excellent references
• Strong organisational skills - high attention to detail and ability to prioritise tasks efficiently
• Pet-friendly and child-friendly - comfortable around children and the family dog
• Driver with own vehicle
• Discreet and professional - maintaining the utmost confidentiality at all times
• Team player - able to communicate effectively with other household staff members

Salary: £20 gross per hour

Hours: 7:00am – 3:30pm