Job Description for Housekeeper - Family Assistant - Godstone, Surrey
Position: Permanent
Job Reference: DB984
Job Title: Housekeeper / Family Assistant
Location: Godstone, Surrey (RH9)
Children: Two boys, aged nearly 13 and 15
Pets: None
Salary: £33,500 gross per annum, based on 28 hours per week (£23 gross per hour)
Hours Required: 28 hours per week, Monday to Thursday, structured across consistent weekday hours with a mix of daytime and after-school support
Start Date: As soon as possible
Driver: Yes. Confident driver required. Car provided for use on duty
Overview
A friendly and straightforward family based in Godstone is seeking an experienced and reliable Housekeeper to support the smooth running of their large, modern six-bedroom home.
This is a hands-on role, primarily focused on maintaining a high standard of housekeeping, combined with broader household and family support. It would suit someone who enjoys a varied position and takes pride in keeping a home organised, efficient and running smoothly.
The family have two teenage boys who are at school during the day and largely independent. Support is centred around school runs, meal preparation and general organisation, with a light-touch approach to supervision.
The role follows a consistent weekly structure, allowing you to manage responsibilities effectively across the four working days.
This is a sole-charge position, suited to someone proactive, organised and confident working independently.
Key Responsibilities
Housekeeping & Home Management
- Full housekeeping to a high standard across the home
- Laundry and ironing, including wardrobe organisation
- Maintaining overall cleanliness, order and organisation
- Care of surfaces, fixtures and fittings
- Managing household supplies and general upkeep
Household Support
- Receiving deliveries, including groceries
- Running occasional errands
- Dishwasher management and general kitchen upkeep
- Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the home
Family Support
- School runs
- Preparing meals for the children
- Supporting organisation of school and sports kit
- Providing a calm, supportive presence while encouraging independence
Requirements
- Previous experience in a similar private household role
- High standards of housekeeping and attention to detail
- Reliable, trustworthy and discreet
- Confident and safe driver
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Warm, friendly and approachable
- Strong communication skills
- Ideally based within a reasonable commuting distance of Godstone
Benefits
- Long-term, stable role within a respectful and well-run household
- Car provided for use on duty
- Flexibility around family travel
- Straightforward working environment
- Use of home gym if desired
About HomeOrganisers Limited
HomeOrganisers Limited is a long-established private household staffing agency, established in 1970. We specialise in the placement of professional household staff across Surrey, London and the Home Counties.
HomeOrganisers Limited is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
