Live-in Housekeeper, Shenley.
Nature of the business: Private Household
Ref Number: KK-51547
Location: Shenley, WD7
Children’s ages: 8, 12 & 14 years old
Salary: Starting at £45,000 gross per annum
Contract length: Permanent
Intervals of pay: Monthly
Notice Period: Statutory notice period, 4 weeks after successful completion of probation
Working Days & hours: Monday – Friday 7:30am – 7:30pm, Saturday 7am – 12pm
Start Date: ASAP

Benefit: Wonderful live in housekeeper role offering semi-private accommodation and a competitive salary!

Job Summary:
I am working on behalf of a UHNW family based in Shenley who are looking for an exceptional, proactive, and adaptable Live-in Housekeeper to assist in the daily management of their beautiful 5-bedroom home.

The ideal candidate will possess a keen eye for detail and a meticulous approach to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation.

They are looking for someone who is a strong team player with a positive, 'can-do' attitude, and a natural willingness to support wherever necessary. You will seamlessly integrate with the family, becoming a trusted and valued member of their household.

Job specification:
All housekeeping duties, including:
Daily cleaning, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, changing beds, and cleaning bathrooms and kitchen
Getting children ready for school in the mornings
Maintaining the laundry and ironing
Cooking light meals for the children and occasionally for the parents
Receiving deliveries and dealing with contractors
Helping when the family is entertaining (preparing things, clearing up afterwards, etc.)
Feeding the four dogs, letting them out in the garden, and occasionally walking them
Ad hoc duties as required

Candidate specification:
Prior housekeeping experience in a high-end private household
Right to work in the UK
Hardworking, dedicated, and flexible
Team player with a positive attitude
Proactive and organised
Meticulous attention to detail
Trustworthy and reliable
Excellent checkable references
Available and willing to trial
DBS issued in the last year OR on the update service

Accommodation: Semiprivate, top floor – own bedroom, bathroom and kitchenette in utility room (food provided)

DBS check required at offer stage & and a current First Aid Certificate

How to apply:
Applying for this position: Please email your interest in this position to kkapps@edenprivatestaff.com Please ensure you include the reference number for the position you are applying for (found at the top of the advert). For candidates who are not currently registered with Eden Private Staff, please include an up-to-date CV when applying. Applicants for this position should have excellent checkable references and a valid DBS. Please note we only register candidates with a minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role. If applying for a UK based role, please ensure you have the correct right to work documentation as we are unable to support with visa applications or sponsorships.