A young modern family based in Belgravia, London, SW1 are looking for a new, long-term live in housekeeper.
Package Offered
- Fully employed
- They will pay between £450-600 net per week / £30-£42,000 gross per year.
- 20 days holiday plus 8 days bank holiday
- Accommodation provided in your own private apartment near the family home.
Family Background
A large property of 6 floors, there are three children aged 1, 4 and 7, and a busy mother and father. They have a full team of staff - five in total, two nannies, a full time cook and a full time housekeeper. They also have a part time housekeeper. They have had a long-term housekeeper who is retiring after many years and they are now looking to replace them. They have no pets. They travel regularly.
Duties
You will be responsible for all the housekeeping in the property. A formal household you will be provided a uniform. You should be happy to undertake all housekeeping duties, alongside the other existing staff. Hoovering, watering plants, washing dishes, taking out rubbish and serving the evening meals to the adults, clearing up before leaving. Flexibility is key, and attention to detail is key - you should be keen to find a long-term role. There is no travel with this role, when the family travel, your duties will remain the same, but your hours will reduce. You should be a good team player, happy to work alongside the other staff, willing to take direction and adjust to the needs of the family.
Location/Accommodation
The family live in Belgravia, Central London, SW1. You will be provided private separate accommodation in a private apartment near to the property.
Days/Hours
5.5 days a week, with 1.5 consecutive days off. 11 hours each day (apart from the half day), with one full hour for lunch break. When the family are travelling your hours will reduce considerably.
Languages
You must speak a good level of English.
Special Skills
You should be experienced at housekeeping in private properties.
Interview/Start date
ASAP