- Immaculate Housekeeping: Maintaining the cleanliness and tidiness of the entire residence to the highest standards.
- Room Preparation: Ensuring all rooms are perfectly prepared for the family's arrivals.
- Household Management: General oversight of the property, including basic maintenance checks and ensuring everything runs smoothly.
- "Family" Cooking: Simple, homely cooking skills are preferred for occasional family visits.
- No Formal Gardening: Exterior grounds and extensive gardening are managed by separate outside contractors.
The Ideal Candidates
You will be:- Experienced in private household environments.
- Proactive, organised, and possess a keen eye for detail.
- Reliable, trustworthy, and discreet.
- Comfortable working independently and managing your own time effectively.
Accommodation & Benefits
- Private, self-contained two-bedroom flat with its own kitchen and private entrance.
- All household bills are covered.
- Use of a car for work-related duties.
- Open-minded to considering couples with pets and/or children, understanding the importance of a stable home life.
Job Features
Job Category | Housekeeper |
- General cleaning, ensuring that all areas of the residence are clean and well-maintained at all times.
- Laundering and ironing, ensuring that all garments are properly cared for according to their fabric type.
- Maintain tidy and organised spaces throughout the home, including rearranging rooms as requested and assisting with wardrobe organisation.
- Monitor and oversee replenishment of household supplies (cleaning products, toiletries, linen, etc.).
- Guest hosting support, assisting with preparing guest areas and providing support during high-profile visits or gatherings, ensuring everything is presented to the highest standard.
- Event support, providing cleaning and organising required support before, during, and after events or parties held at the residence.
- On occasion, assist with light meal preparation for the family or staff during events or gatherings.
- In certain instances, assist with light meal preparation, especially for the family or staff during events or gatherings.
- Proven experience as a Housekeeper, ideally in a private household or with high-net-worth individuals.
- Strong attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness.
- An ability to maintain a professional and discrete demeanour.
- A high regard for security awareness, to ensure the privacy and security of the household.
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to multitask efficiently.
- Trustworthy and reliable, with a respectful approach to privacy and confidentiality.
- An ability to follow instructions and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Experience with fine fabrics, delicate items, and high-value property is desirable.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and occasionally travel with the family if needed.
- A positive and proactive attitude with a hands-on approach to work.
- A valid UK driving license (if required to drive the household vehicle)
- A certificate in professional cleaning or housekeeping is an advantage.
- First Aid and/or basic health and safety training is desirable.
- Salary from £40,000 to £45,000, based on experience.
- Opportunity to work in a prestigious household.
- Accommodation may be provided if required.
- Discretionary bonuses.
- Other benefits as applicable.
Job Features
Job Category | Housekeeper |
- Wardrobe Management: Meticulous care, organisation, and maintenance of an extensive wardrobe, including high-end fashion, delicate fabrics, and accessories. This includes seasonal rotation, inventory management, and ensuring items are always prepared for immediate use.
- Garment Care Expertise: Expert laundering, handwashing, pressing, steaming, and ironing of fine garments and linens. Proficient in stain removal and knowledgeable about specialist cleaning methods for various materials (silk, cashmere, leather, couture, etc.).
- Personal Dressing Assistance: Assisting the Principal with daily dressing, ensuring impeccable presentation for all occasions.
- Packing and Unpacking: Efficient and organised packing and unpacking for travel, ensuring all items are meticulously prepared and accounted for.
- Personal Shopping & Errands: Assisting with personal shopping, returns, alterations, and other errands as required.
- Light Personal Valeting: Maintaining the Principal's personal spaces (dressing room, bathroom) to the highest standards of tidiness and organisation.
- Sewing & Repairs: Basic mending, alterations, and repairs to garments as needed.
- Discretion & Confidentiality: Upholding the highest levels of discretion, professionalism, and respect for privacy always.
- Travel: Flexibility to travel with the principal as required (domestic and international).
- A minimum of 3-5 years of verifiable experience as a Ladies' Maid or similar role within a UHNW private household or luxury environment.
- Exceptional knowledge of luxury fabrics, garment care techniques, and wardrobe management.
- Impeccable attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a calm and discreet demeanour.
- Proactive, resourceful, and able to anticipate needs.
- A clean UK driving license is preferred.
- A competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000 per annum, commensurate with experience
- The opportunity to work in a beautiful private residence in Henley-on-Thames.
Job Features
Job Category | Ladies' Maid |
- Comprehensive cleaning of all rooms, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and polishing.
- Laundry duties, including washing, ironing, folding, and putting away clothes and linens.
- Organising and maintaining household supplies.
- Managing wardrobes and ensuring they are tidy and well-organised.
- Running errands
- Caring for delicate items and surfaces appropriately.
- Maintaining a high level of cleanliness in bathrooms and kitchens.
- Ensuring bins are emptied and waste is managed appropriately.
- Ad hoc household tasks as required.
- Proven experience as a housekeeper, with excellent references.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to high standards of cleanliness.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage tasks efficiently.
- Discreet and respectful of privacy.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Good communication skills.
- Flexibility to work occasional weekends as needed.
- Right to work in the UK.
- Experience with caring for specific types of materials (e.g., antiques, delicate fabrics).
- Driving license (may be beneficial for running errands).
- Competitive annual salary of £36,000 - £40,000, commensurate with experience.
- Consistent Monday to Friday working hours.
- A positive and respectful working environment.
- Opportunity to become a valued member of our household.
Job Features
Job Category | Housekeeper |
- Planning and preparing a diverse range of high-quality meals, tailored to the family’s preferences and nutritional needs.
- Operating with complete autonomy in all aspects of the role, including menu planning, sourcing the finest local ingredients, and managing kitchen stocks efficiently.
- Demonstrating a strong understanding of nutrition and a passion for creating healthy and delicious dishes.
- Ensuring the highest standards of kitchen hygiene and food safety. As there are allergies on site.
- Driving to local markets in the South of France and suppliers to procure the best seasonal produce.
- Proven experience as a private chef or in a high-end culinary environment.
- A genuine passion for nutrition and the ability to create healthy and appealing meals.
- Excellent knowledge of local sourcing and the ability to identify and procure high-quality ingredients.
- Exceptional organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to work independently as a chef with help throughout the kitchen by the house staff.
- A full, valid UK driving licence is essential.
- Discretion and professionalism at all times.
- £65k
- Accommodation provided for the duration of your stay in the South of France and here in Exeter.
- All travel expenses to and from the South of France will be covered.
- The chance to work in a stunning location and immerse yourself in French culture, with possible expansion of the role Into a full-time position
Job Features
Job Category | Chef |
- Meal preparation as directed
- Dusting furniture, shelves, and other surfaces
- Vacuuming rugs and sweeping hard floors
- Mopping floors, including bathrooms and kitchens
- Cleaning showers, bathtubs, toilets, countertops, and sinks
- Cleaning countertops, stovetops, sinks, and appliances
- Cleaning windows and mirrors
- Emptying rubbish and recycling bins
- Regularly sanitizing surfaces and high-touch areas.
- Making beds and changing linens and towels
- Washing, drying, and folding laundry
- Light ironing of clothes and linens
- Keeping the property organized and tidy
- Keeping track of household stocks and inventory
- Providing a full changeover of the property between renters – changing all linens, safely storing principle’s personal items, restocking supplies (cleaning products, bathroom essentials, welcome hamper etc.)
- Keeping track of household stocks and inventory
- Greeting renters and providing a walk-round and introduction to the property
- Being a first point of contact for renters staying in the property for any basic queries – i.e. how to switch on a certain appliance, where to find cleaning products etc.
- Reporting any safety hazards, breakages, or damages to the property to the principle
- Overseeing tradesmen visits when the principle is not in residence
- At least 3 years’ experience in HNW private residence
- Contactable references
- Driving licence
- DBS
Job Features
Job Category | House Manager, Housekeeper |
- Perform daily cleaning tasks, including dusting, vacuuming, and polishing
- Maintain bathrooms, kitchens, and living areas to a high standard
- Manage laundry, including washing, ironing, and wardrobe organisation
- Plan, prepare, and serve delicious, healthy meals for the family on the weekend
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen
- Demonstrate competence and capability as a cook
- Run errands and manage household supplies
- Assist with guest preparations and special events
- Childcare duties when required (secondary school age)
- This is a full-time, live-in position in Buckinghamshire, near Marlow
- Weekend work is required
- Occasional travel to their London residence and overnight stays may be required
- Two days off during the week, likely Tuesdays and Wednesdays
- Minimum 5 years of experience in private household or luxury hospitality settings
- Must have contactable references
- Excellent cleaning and laundry skills
- Strong cooking abilities and menu planning experience
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (preferable but not required)
- Ability to work independently and take pride in their work
- Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential matters
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Live-in accommodation provided (separate flat on the property)
- Use of a vehicle for work-related tasks
- We are unable to accommodate any dependents (partners, children) on-site
- Applicants who prefer to work a 4-day week will also be considered
Job Features
Job Category | Cook, Housekeeper |
- Financial & Legal administration, managing financial records, liaising with legal professionals, and handling sensitive documentation.
- Personal & Business Support: Coordinating travel, managing schedules, organising events, and handling correspondence.
- Family Office/PA Environment: Providing high-level support within a demanding environment.
- Cultural Liaison: Effectively bridging the gap between British and Eastern European cultures.
- Day-to-day routine management: errands, helping with house management, and other such tasks.
- Proven experience in a Personal Assistant or similar role, ideally within a family office environment.
- Strong financial or legal background.
- Exceptional organisational and time-management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level of English proficiency (both written and verbal).
- Strong understanding of cultural differences between Britain and Eastern Europe.
- Residency in the UK for a minimum of 5 years.
- Flexibility to work outside of standard office hours.
- Native Ukrainian speaker would be an advantage.
- A sportsmanlike and children-loving personality.
- Location: Kensington & Chelsea, London.
Job Features
Job Category | Personal Assistant |
- Preparing breakfast and light meals over the weekend
- Cleaning
- Laundry
- Pet care (two small dogs) who will need to be fed and exercised (overnight too)
- Grocery shopping
- Running errands
- Occasional babysitting over weekend evenings (twins aged 12)
- Managing security alarms
- Experience in a similar role
- Discreet and trustworthy
- A good communicator; English speaking (doesn't need to be a first language)
- Comfortable working weekends
- A full UK driving licence (points will need to be disclosed in the application)
- Excellent references
- Your own private living space on the property (meals not provided)
- Competitive salary
- Every weekend
- Weekend availability
- English (preferred)
- Driving Licence (preferred)
- In person
New Role: Live-in Housekeeper Wanted
Location: Leek, Staffordshire
Salary: £36,000-£40,000 per year
Hours: 40 hours per week, Thursday to Monday (weekends required)
About the role:
We are looking for a friendly and reliable housekeeper to join a family in Leek. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including:
Preparing breakfast and light meals over the weekend
Cleaning
Laundry
Pet care (two small dogs) who will need to be fed and exercised (overnight too)
Grocery shopping
Running errands
Occasional babysitting over weekend evenings (twins aged 12)
Managing security alarms
About you:
Experience in a similar role
Discreet and trustworthy
A good communicator; English speaking (doesn't need to be a first language)
Comfortable working weekends
A full UK driving licence (points will need to be disclosed in the application)
Excellent references
Benefits:
Your own private living space on the property (meals not provided)
Competitive salary
To apply please send your CV to:
info@oxfordshireeliteprivatestaff.co.uk
We look forward to hearing from you.
Job Features
Job Category | Housekeeper |
- Grounds keeping: Lawn care, hedge trimming, weeding, planting, and general garden maintenance.
- Handyman duties: Basic repairs, painting, carpentry, and general maintenance around the property.
- Other tasks: May include assisting with occasional errands or tasks as needed.
- Proven experience in grounds keeping and basic handyman skills.
- A full, clean UK driving licence.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A positive and proactive attitude.
- Competitive salary.
- Opportunity to work in a beautiful environment.
- Friendly and supportive working environment.
Job Features
Job Category | Grounds keeping, Handyman |
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