Job Description for Housekeeper - Part-time - Herne Hill
Position: Permanent
Job Reference: DB996
Job Title: Housekeeper
Location: South East London, SE24 area
Children: Two boys aged 3 years and 3 months
Pets: None
Salary: £22 to £25 gross per hour, depending on experience
Hours Required: Approximately 12 hours per week across 3 days (Monday, Wednesday and Friday preferred), ideally 9 am to 1 pm, however, there is flexibility on days and timings.
Start Date: ASAP
Driver: No driver required
Overview
A warm and informal family based in Herne Hill, South East London are seeking a reliable and experienced Housekeeper to help maintain their home to a high standard and support the smooth running of the household.
This is a housekeeping-focused role within a busy family home. While childcare is not part of the role, the successful candidate should be comfortable working in an environment with young children and alongside a part-time nanny.
The family are looking for someone who is friendly and approachable, as well as diligent, organised, and able to work independently. The role will suit a housekeeper who takes pride in their work and is confident managing their duties without supervision.
Key Responsibilities
- Thorough cleaning of a large family home, organised across the week
* Daily and deep cleaning tasks including kitchens, bathrooms and living areas
* Hoovering, vacuuming and general upkeep of floors and surfaces
* Taking out bins and managing household waste
* Laundry including washing, drying and folding
* Changing bed linen on a weekly basis
* Occasional ironing if required
* Maintaining an organised and well-run home environment
* Supporting with general household organisation and identifying what needs attention
* Occasional kitchen stock management or light cooking if helpful
Requirements
- Previous experience working as a housekeeper within a private household
* High standards of cleaning and strong attention to detail
* Organised and able to manage workload across the week
* Proactive and able to take initiative
* Friendly, cheerful and professional manner
* Comfortable working in a home with young children
* Fluent English
* Right to work in the UK
Benefits
- Permanent part-time position
* Competitive hourly rate
* Flexible working hours
* Friendly and informal family environment
* Opportunity for additional hours on an ad hoc basis if required
About HomeOrganisers Limited
HomeOrganisers Limited is a professional household staffing agency established in 1970, placing high quality housekeepers, nannies, companions and domestic staff with private households across Surrey, London and the Home Counties.
HomeOrganisers Limited is acting as an employment agency for this position.
Application Process
If you are an experienced and reliable Housekeeper seeking a part-time role within a friendly family home, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Please submit your CV for consideration. Suitable candidates will be contacted to discuss the role further.
