Housekeeper - Live-In Role

Housekeeper - Live-In Role

Job Reference KHS00xx503
Added : 19/03/2026
Expiry : 16/04/2026
£60,000
UK
Contract Type: Perm

Live-in Housekeeper / House Manager – West London Private Household – £50,000–£60,000 GPA

Role: Live-in Housekeeper / House Manager

Days: Monday – Friday

Hours: 7:00am – 7:00pm (with a 2-hour break)

Location: West London

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 gross per annum (depending on experience)

Accommodation: Provided

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced and professional Live-in Housekeeper / House Manager to join a private UHNW family of three based in West London (two principals and their 7-year-old daughter).

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small, well-established household team, working alongside a Chef, PA, and an additional Housekeeper. The successful candidate will take responsibility for maintaining the home to an exceptional standard, while also overseeing the day-to-day management and smooth running of the property.

The role requires a highly organised, discreet, and proactive individual who is confident working independently.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain the property to a consistently high standard of cleanliness and organisation
  • Manage all laundry duties, including ironing and coordinating dry cleaning
  • Oversee property maintenance, repairs, and general upkeep
  • Liaise with and supervise contractors and service providers
  • Ensure all household areas and storage spaces are well organised
  • Manage household supplies, groceries, and cleaning products
  • Assist with packing and unpacking for family travel and events
  • Support front-of-house duties, including greeting guests and assisting with meal service when required
  • Prepare and serve breakfast
  • Receive, unpack, and organise deliveries
  • Run errands, including shopping and occasional school drop-offs/collections
  • Ensure family vehicles are clean, fuelled, serviced, and well maintained
  • Assist with household budgeting, bills, and administrative tasks
  • Provide occasional babysitting and ad hoc childcare support
  • Care for the family’s two cats, particularly when the family is away

 Requirements:

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a similar role within a private household
  • Previous experience working for a UHNW family in London (live-in preferred)
  • Highly professional, discreet, and trustworthy
  • Able to work independently and use initiative
  • Excellent, contactable references
  • Eligible to work in the UK
  • Valid passport
  • Full UK driving licence and confidence driving in London (preferred)
  • Up-to-date DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one)

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