Job Description for Housekeeper - Part-Time - Thames Ditton, Surrey
Position: Permanent, Part-Time, Daily (Live-Out)
Job Ref: DB1085
Job Title: Housekeeper
Location: Thames Ditton, Surrey
Children: Two teenagers, aged 16 and 18
Pets: One small Jack Russell crossbreed dog
Salary: £25 gross per hour
Hours Required: 10 hours per week over 3 or 4 days, Tuesday to Friday. Flexible hours, with work to be completed by 3pm at latest
Start Date: ASAP
Driver: Required, with own car
Overview
A lovely family in Thames Ditton, Surrey, is looking for an experienced, proactive and reliable Part-Time Housekeeper to help keep their busy family home clean, organised and running smoothly.
The family lives in a four-bedroom, three-bathroom, open-plan home with two teenage children and a much-loved small dog. The household is friendly, relaxed and informal, although there are some valuable furnishings and antiques that require careful attention.
The family is particularly keen to find someone who takes genuine pride in their work, thinks ahead and anticipates what needs doing without constant direction. Excellent laundry and ironing skills, attention to detail and the ability to maintain an organised cleaning routine are especially important.
The position offers 10 hours per week, spread across three or four days between Tuesday and Friday. There is flexibility around the working pattern, provided the hours are completed by 3pm.
This is a lovely opportunity for an enthusiastic, organised Housekeeper who enjoys working independently and making a positive difference to a busy family home.
Key Responsibilities
Housekeeping and Cleaning
General cleaning and upkeep of the home to a consistently high standard.
Cleaning bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen and living areas.
Dusting, vacuuming, mopping and polishing surfaces.
Taking particular care when cleaning valuable furniture, antiques and delicate items.
Establishing and maintaining a regular cleaning rota for periodic tasks, including skirting boards, woodwork and fridge cleaning.
Ensuring the home remains tidy, welcoming and well organised.
Laundry and Ironing
Managing household laundry, including washing, drying, folding and putting clothes away.
Ironing clothing and household linens
Changing bed linen and keeping bedrooms fresh and tidy.
Anticipating laundry requirements and ensuring washing and ironing are kept on top of.
Household Organisation
Monitoring household cleaning products and supplies, advising when items need replenishing.
Maintaining an organised and efficient approach to household tasks.
Occasionally assisting with small errands, such as dropping items at charity shops.
Taking initiative and identifying tasks that need attention without being prompted.
Requirements
Previous experience working as a Housekeeper in a private household.
Excellent cleaning, laundry and ironing skills.
A proactive, organised and self-motivated approach to work.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to care for delicate furnishings and antiques.
Someone who thinks ahead, prioritises effectively and works independently.
A positive, energetic and enthusiastic attitude.
Good communication skills and a friendly, approachable manner.
A genuine love of dogs and confidence around a small, occasionally nervous dog.
Reliable, trustworthy and respectful of the family's privacy.
A driver with their own car.
Benefits
Flexible working pattern across three or four days.
Friendly, welcoming and positive family environment.
Opportunity to work independently and take ownership of household routines.
About HomeOrganisers Limited
HomeOrganisers Limited is an established domestic staffing agency specialising in the recruitment of professional household staff for private families across London, Surrey and the Home Counties.
We pride ourselves on matching experienced candidates with families where they can build positive, long-term working relationships.
Application Process
If you are an experienced, proactive Housekeeper who…