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Live-in Housekeeper– Beautiful Private Estate near Henley-on-ThamesBespoke Bureau • Henley on Thames, England, UK
Live-in Housekeeper– Beautiful Private Estate near Henley-on-Thames

Live-in Housekeeper– Beautiful Private Estate near Henley-on-Thames

Bespoke Bureau • Henley on Thames, England, UK
30+ days ago
Salary
£45.00 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Live-in Housekeeper Beautiful Private Estate

Location: Chiltern Hills (approximately 4 miles from Henley-on-Thames and 10 miles from Marlow)
Contract: Full-time Live-in
Working Schedule: Approximately 40 hours per week with flexibility required to meet the familys needs (days off ideally Mon and Tue but would consider Sunday & Monday or by agreement)
Salary: Approximately 45-50k gross per annum for a Housekeeper (negotiable depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP although the family are happy to wait for the right candidate(s)


We are seeking an experienced proactive and personable Live-in Housekeeper to join a lovely informal family on their beautiful private estate in the Chiltern Hills.

This is a long-term opportunity working for a warm and welcoming retired couple who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy spending time with their children and grandchildren who visit regularly. The family are looking for candidates who will become a valued part of the household and wider estate team.

The successful Housekeeper will take full responsibility for maintaining the principal residence to an exceptional standard while managing the day-to-day running of the household.

The family particularly appreciate candidates who are positive proactive have excellent initiative and genuinely enjoy working within a busy private household.

Household

  • Two principals
  • Seven adult children and ten grandchildren who visit regularly
  • Two well-trained family dogs (Bertie a Black Labrador and Teddy a Chocolate Spaniel)
  • Five-bedroom main residence (approximately 8000 sq ft)
  • Six tenanted cottages and six short-term holiday lets located on the estate (the Housekeeper wont clean these properties just the main residence)
  • Existing estate team including:
    • Personal Assistant
    • Shepherd
    • Facilities Manager / Handyman
    • Contract gardeners
    • Family members actively involved in the estate

Housekeeper Responsibilities

  • Full housekeeping of the principal residence only to an exceptional standard
  • Daily cleaning and presentation of all living areas
  • Laundry ironing and wardrobe care
  • Household organisation and maintaining immaculate standards throughout
  • Grocery shopping and household stock management
  • Running household errands as required
  • Basic family cooking
  • Answering the telephone gate intercom and taking messages when required
  • Assisting with diary awareness and planning ahead
  • Caring for the family dogs including walks and general day-to-day care
  • Moving into the main house to care for the dogs while the principals are away (approximately three months of the year in two-week periods)
  • Working closely with the principals and wider estate team to ensure the household runs smoothly

Schedule

  • Approximately 40 hours per week
  • Flexibility required depending on the principals schedule
  • Days off generally Sunday and Monday or by mutual agreement
  • Long-term live-in position


Requirements

Housekeeper

  • Previous experience working within high-end private households
  • Exceptional housekeeping and laundry skills
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Basic family cooking skills
  • Full driving licence would be preferred but its not a MUST
  • Excellent spoken English
  • Non-smoker
  • Outstanding references
  • Positive attitude with plenty of initiative


Personal Attributes

  • Friendly positive and approachable
  • Naturally organised and proactive
  • Happy to become part of a close-knit household and estate team
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Calm under pressure
  • Highly trustworthy and discreet
  • Genuine team player with a positive can-do attitude


Benefits

Package

  • Competitive salary (approximately 45k-50k gross for the Housekeeper negotiable depending on experience
  • 22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
  • Modern two-bedroom accommodation located approximately two minutes walk from the main house
  • Long-term opportunity on a beautiful private estate
  • Supportive and welcoming family environment



Required Skills:

Proven experience in a similar private household role ideally min 5 years Good communication skills Adaptable dependable and able to follow instructions Pet-friendly and confident with dogs Looking for a long-term stable position


Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 600 - 600
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Live-in Housekeeper– Beautiful Private Estate near Henley-on-Thames • Henley on Thames, England, UK

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