Job Description for a Part-Time Housekeeper - Wimbledon, London
Position: Permanent
Job Reference: DB939
Job Title: Housekeeper
Location: Wimbledon, London
Number of Children: 3 children, nanny employed
Pets: 1 Cavapoo
Salary: £25 gross per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Hours Required: Monday- Friday 8/9am - 1/2pm (total 25 hours a week).
Driver: Prefer driver, but not essential
Summary
A warm and welcoming family based in Wimbledon is seeking a professional and reliable daily Housekeeper to help manage their 5-bedroom home. The household includes three children (looked after by a nanny) and a small Cavapoo dog. This part-time role is ideal for someone who is organised, discreet, and takes pride in maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, with the flexibility to support light meal prep and occasional dog walking.
Key Responsibilities
- Dusting and polishing furniture, surfaces, ornaments, and skirting boards
- Vacuuming and mopping floors
- Cleaning bathrooms, toilets, and kitchen areas
- Changing bed linens and making beds
- Cleaning mirrors, windows (interior), and glass doors
- Emptying bins and managing recycling
- Washing, drying, ironing, and folding clothes and linens
- Caring for delicate fabrics (hand washing, steaming, etc.)
- Organising wardrobes, drawers, and household storage
- Cleaning and tidying kitchen surfaces, cupboards, and appliances
- Washing dishes and emptying dishwashers
- Organising pantry and fridge (checking expiry dates, restocking)
- Managing household supplies and shopping lists
- Accepting deliveries
- Occasional light meal preparation or simple cooking (by agreement)
- Keeping rooms tidy and clutter-free
- Cleaning behind and under furniture
- Occasional dog walking for the family Cavapoo
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Housekeeper in a private household
- Excellent attention to detail and pride in work
- Strong time management and organisational skills
- Good physical health and stamina
- Reliable, trustworthy, and discreet
- Friendly, approachable, and adaptable personality
- Child and pet friendly
- Driver preferred but not essential
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate: £25 gross per hour
- Permanent, part-time role with consistent weekday hours
- Supportive and welcoming family environment
- Opportunity to manage varied housekeeping duties in a well-maintained home
This job is posted by HomeOrganisers Limited. We are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent position.
To apply, you must have (or be willing to obtain):
* An up-to-date DBS
* At least two professional references from your most recent employers who are contactable
To apply, please quote the job reference number DB939.
