A busy and welcoming family in Radlett, Hertfordshire, is seeking an experienced, proactive, and versatile full-time live-in housekeeper to manage their modern five-bedroom home, which spans three floors. This beautiful property includes a cinema room and a swimming pool.
The role is long-term and ideal for a candidate who is organised, dedicated, and passionate about maintaining high standards in a warm family environment.
The household comprises of Mum and Dad, three children (aged 8, 12, and 14) and four dogs. It is a lively and dynamic home with a steady flow of visitors, offering a fun yet structured atmosphere. The family is looking for a personable housekeeper who will become a valued member of their home.
Working hours:
You will work Monday to Friday, 07.00-19.00 and a shorter day on Saturday, 07.00-12.00 (67.5 hours/week). There will be time for breaks during the day, including a lunch break.
Accommodation:
Your private accommodation is located on the top floor and includes an en-suite bedroom. All meals will be provided.
Key responsibilities:
1. Daily deep cleaning, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and cleaning bathrooms and kitchens
2. Laundry and ironing
3. Preparing the children for school in the mornings
4. Ensuring the children have everything needed for the following day (uniform, sports kit, etc)
5. Cooking and serving light meals for the children and occasionally for the parents
6. Feeding, letting out, and occasionally walking the family’s dogs
7. Assisting with entertaining, including preparation and clean-up
8. Receiving deliveries and liaising with contractors
9. Performing other ad hoc duties to ensure the smooth running of the household
The ideal candidate will have:
1. Previous experience working in a high-end private household
2. Fluency in English and full rights to work in the UK
3. A hardworking, proactive, and highly organized approach
4. A positive, “can-do” attitude with the ability to work as part of a team
5. Strong communication skills, particularly with children
6. A pet-friendly attitude
7. Trustworthiness, reliability, and discretion
8. Excellent, checkable references
9. Their own fully insured car, with a clean licence (duty mileage to be paid)
The family takes pride in treating their staff exceptionally well, offering a supportive and respectful work environment. This role is perfect for a personable and detail-oriented housekeeper seeking to become part of a welcoming household.
If this sounds like a role you would enjoy and excel in, please apply below.
Location of the job: Radlett, Hertfordshire
Minimum experience Level for this job: Three years
Details of any training needed for this job: Enhanced DBS (update) and Paediatric First Aid
Details of any qualifications needed for this job: None, but proven experience essential
Days and Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 07.00-19.30 & Saturday, 07.00-12.00 (67.5 hours/week)
Pets in the home: Yes – four friendly dogs
Driving required: Yes – own fully insured car required. Duty mileage will be paid
Pay: £56,000 gross per annum
Job Start Date: ASAP
This is a permanent job
The family supports the principle of Equality and Diversity in employment wholeheartedly and opposes all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination.
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