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Job Description for Full-time Housekeeper / Nanny / Family Cook near Sevenoaks Kent.
Position: Permanent- Full time
Job Reference: DB884
Job Title: Combined Housekeeper, Nanny and Family Cook
Location: Edenbridge, Kent
Number of Children: Two children aged 13 and 10
Pets: 2 cats and tropical fish
Salary: £36,400 gross per annum
Holiday: 28 days holiday per year (5.6 weeks) to include bank holidays
Start Date: ASAP
Hours Required: 35 hours per week.
- Monday 12.30 pm to 7.30 pm
- Tuesday 12.30 pm to 8pm
- Wednesday 12.30 pm to 7.30 pm
- Thursday 12.30 pm to 8 pm
- Friday 12.30 pm to 6.30 pm
Driver: Yes, and must have own car
Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Housekeeper, Nanny, and Family Cook to join a welcoming family based in Edenbridge, Kent. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, reliable, and have a strong background in domestic duties within private homes. This is a dynamic role that combines housekeeping, childcare, cooking, and pet care, offering the chance to make a real difference in the daily life of the family.
Key Responsibilities:
Housekeeping:
- Maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of the family home to a high standard.
- Perform general cleaning duties, including vacuuming, dusting, and sanitising.
- Manage laundry and ironing, ensuring clothes are clean, pressed, and well-organised.
- Assist with running errands, such as food shopping and other household needs.
- Oversee contractors as needed for home maintenance and repairs.
Childcare:
- Collect the two children (aged 13 and 10) from school and supervise them until the parents return.
- Offer light supervision and engage with the children during free time, ensuring their well-being and safety.
- Foster a positive and nurturing environment in the home.
Cooking:
- Prepare nutritious, balanced family meals and cater to any dietary needs or preferences.
- Plan and organise family meals, from breakfast to dinner, with an emphasis on healthy eating.
- Assist with meal preparation for special events or occasions as needed.
Pet Care:
- Care for two cats, ensuring they are fed, groomed, and their litter trays are maintained.
- Feed and care for a pet pig (this is desirable but not essential), including any feeding and maintenance tasks related to this unique family pet.
Essential Skills & Qualities:
- Proven experience in a similar role, ideally in a private household.
- Excellent communication skills and a friendly, approachable manner.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.
- Passion for children, with experience in childcare or similar roles.
- A keen eye for cleanliness and organisation.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a family-oriented team.
- Trustworthy and reliable with a high level of discretion.
HomeOrganisers Ltd acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent position. Along with your CV, you must also have an up-to-date DBS and Paediatric First Aid Certificate or be willing to obtain, along with a minimum of 2 last/current employer professional referees that are immediately contactable.
Apply for this job. Please quote job reference number DB844
