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High profile client seeks two experienced Daily Housekeepers in beautiful home in Oxfordshire. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in a private home or hotel.  They must be self-motivated and have exceptionally high standards. The home is fully staffed and so a team player is essential but must also have the ability to work on their own.

The housekeeper will need to ensure that the interior of the household, furniture, fitting and fixtures are clean, tidy and maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Laundry is another key element to this position and so previous experience caring for fine clothes is essential. Wardrobe management, washing, ironing and arranging dry cleaning. On occasions you will serve guests lunch/dinner/tea/coffee. Due to the nature of this position the housekeeper must be discreet and will need to sign a confidentiality agreement.

Working  Monday - Friday, 9am-6pm (with flexibility to cover evenings and weekends when required. Salary : DOE

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A kind, warm, enthusiastic, and country loving nanny is sought by this family who live in a beautiful location in Wiltshire and have a delightful and inquisitive 4-year-old boy. Nursery duties, cooking healthy, nutritious meals and age-appropriate activities for the little boy would be required. He loves reading, music, exploring and bugs, and the family are keen to find a nanny who can encourage his thirst for knowledge.

They are ideally looking for a local live out candidate or a live in nanny who would live out at the weekends. Accommodation provided is an annex next to the main house with a private bedroom/ bathroom, own sitting area and kitchenette. Driving is essential and a manual car will be provided.

Working a Monday to Friday week with flexibility to work at weekends very occasionally would be appreciated. 

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Rota Nanny sought for a lovely family with 2 young children (both in primary school) based in Kensington.  

Working 3 weeks on and 3 weeks off, on a rota basis with  another nanny.

The family are looking for a self-motivated and organised nanny with a ‘can-do’ attitude. They would like the candidate to use their initiative during the role and ensure that the children are always stimulated mentally and physically while on shift. 

They are looking for someone who is a confident driver, happy to muck in with the odd jobs around the place and ensure that the children are always on schedule. 

Cooking for the children occasionally would be appreciated.

The family are very laid back and would like the nanny to become a part of their family and always ensure they feel comfortable in their surroundings while assisting the children. 

The children are still very much in their early years of their development so would like someone who has some previous teaching/creative skills to assist with primary school aged children and good computer skills are important. 

Ideally suited to a self motivated nanny with a great work ethic. Confident driver (car provided) and swimmer a must. Spanish speaker would be a bonus but not essential. 

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Daily Part-time Housekeeper/Babysitter in Countryside near Ramsgate, Kent. Salary dependant on experience, ASAP start.

Part-time Housekeeper/Babysitter sought for family based in Kent with one child.

16 hours per week over 4 days ideally. Housekeeper must be flexible to assist with babysitting on occasions and to work additional hours when the family are entertaining.

A driver with own car is essential. 

Possibility of travel with family to USA and Europe.

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Appreciative family based in Farnham, near Shaftesbury, Dorset are looking for a live-out Nanny with housekeeping skills to look after a boy and girl (ages 3 and 7). This is a great role for a nanny/housekeeper who has perhaps had children of her own, and is a practical, ‘hands on’ child orientated person. Good work ethic, flexibility and previous experience in a private home are essential attributes.

Role is shared charge with busy Mum. Housekeeper also employed to assist. Cooking an evening meal for the children is required and any extra family cooking would be really appreciated but not essential.

Working 4 or 5 days per week (employer can be a little flexible), roughly 40 hours with salary offered £40k-£45k gross pa.

Driver essential with own car due to remote location (no driving needed in the role).

Interviewing now to start when ideal candidate found

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Full time, live-in housekeeping couple required to work as part of a large team on a private shooting estate in Hampshire, near Odiham.

The day-to-day life for the principals is relatively informal, with 2 children at boarding school in the UK but they will host guests often. The position may also include the opportunity to travel with the family to various destinations around the world.

Accomodation offered is a one-bedroom terraced cottage, regret not suitable for pets or dependents. Working 5 days a week including weekends with 2 days off to be taken during the week. 

Interviewing now to ideally start in August

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Experienced  Housekeeper sought to look after 6 bed property set in 3 acres in Oxshott, Surrey.

Duties to include all day to day housekeeping, cleaning and laundry for the employer. Attention to detail and high standards of cleaning essential.

Any cooking skills would be very welcome but not as important as good housekeeping. Employer happy to bring in caterers when required.

Housekeeper must be happy with dogs as employer has 3 friendly but big dogs in the house (no dog walking or care needed though as dog walker employed).

 Accommodation offered is a 1 bed flat over the garage block, all costs covered.

 Monday - Friday (occasional help on a Saturday morning would be ideal but not essential), 40hrs, salary negotiable according to experience around £40k gross pa 

 (Employer would also consider a domestic couple for this role with partner looking after garden/maintenance duties).

 Interviewing now for an ASAP start although willing to wait for the ideal candidates.

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Client with beautiful property close to Bath is looking for an experienced dynamic Housekeeper/Cook to take charge and maintain high standards throughout the home.
Part time housekeeper employed to assist. Occasional cooking for light lunches or supper. Employer is in residence approx 70% of the time. Would ideally suit an organised and experienced Housekeeper with a keen eye for detail and lots of energy!
3 or 4 days a week (occasional weekends)

Salary negotiable around £13-£15net ph. Interviewing now for an ASAP start.

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Exciting new position for a Housekeeper/Cook & Gardener/Maintenance couple to be based in beautiful Hamburg, near the lake. Previous couple employed for 17 years!

Appreciative employer with adult children in occasional residence is looking for a hands on Housekeeper and family style cook to look after their 5 bed house in central Hamburg (daily cleaner to assist). Gardener with reasonable knowledge prefered to look after herbaceous borders and lawns together with general garden maintenance and occasional driving. Part time gardener employed to assist.

EU passports and driving licences essential as is knowledge of English or willingness to learn German

Role is Monday - Friday, 8-4, private flat within the house provided as staff accommodation (separate entrance), 6 weeks holiday
Salary negotiable from £5000/£6000 per month clear according to experience

Interviewing now to commence when ideal couple found.

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Returning client with office close to Hyde Park Gate is looking for a bilingual French/ English  or Spanish /English speaking PA to assist him 3 or 4 days per week. The ideal candidate will have lots of previous experience, a strong educational background and excellent references. This role would suit a mature, hard-working, flexible PA who is happy to help with accounts, expenses, organise family travel arrangements, secretarial tasks, manage schedules and meetings etc. Offering between £55k - £75k gross pa pro rata. Interviewing now for an ASAP start date.

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Experienced House Manager sought for estate in Banbury, Oxford for appreciative, returning VIP client

Household Manager to manage, inspire and lead the team of household staff by example. Ensure house kept to high standards. Good knowledge of Housekeeping is essential so the team can be run efficiently and with attention to detail.

 Engage and oversee contractors, manage daily maintenance, look after guests, serve meals, manage wine cellar. Ideal candidate would have previous experience of overseeing grade listed renovations, managing estates that have 400 acres plus, great track record of similar roles and excellent references.

 40hrs, 5 days (weekends/Bank hols worked on rota basis with other staff)

2 bed cottage on estate provided. Interviewing now for an asap stat date and offering an excellent salary DOE.

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Fantastic opportunity for a travelling Butler/ Chief Stewardess (Japanese speaking) to be working for this very appreciative client with multiple fully staffed homes around the world. Strong knowledge of the Japanese culture and previous experience working in the high end service industry is a must. Their ideal candidate is someone with strong leadership skills, someone who speaks fluent Japanese as well as English, has worked in private homes before and has the ability to think a few steps ahead. This is a very exciting role as the Principal loves travelling so the Butler/ Chief Stewardess will be supporting him and his family in the different parts of the world. 

Excellent package on offer for the right profile. Working schedule to be agreed – could be 3 months on/ 1 month off or 3 months on/ 3 months off depending on candidates preference. Salary very negotiable according to experience in the region of £50k - £75k gross per annum.

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Highly experienced, professional, super organised family PA with attention to detail and strong communications skills sought for one of our returning clients based in central London. Previous experience working as a PA for HNWIs, excellent languages skills and flexibility are essential, a strong educational background (BA level) and glowing references as well . This role will include full personal assistance to the principal and her family. Duties would include but are not limited to running errands, personal shopping, liaising with other members of the family office, organizing and checking of invoices, managing day to day interactions with third party service providers, office assistance and secretarial tasks, schedule management, household and staff management, organizing  travel arrangements, etc.

As the principal splits her time between several countries , the work load will be more intense when she is in London and there is a lot of free time when she is abroad.

Offering a very competitive salary depending on experience and qualifications. Interviewing now for an ASAP  start date.

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Part time Housekeeper sought for family in Market Harborough, Northamptonshire

24 hours pw x £16ph

This lovely client is looking for a trustworthy, friendly, proactive, reliable self–starter part time Housekeeper with a good level of English to help them out with managing the household and lives fairly local. This is very relaxed household , so would suit someone who is happy to muck in and work alongside the lady of the house.

This is a large house over 3 floors, which will require a fair amount of running up and down the stairs. An animal lover with a good sense of humor would be a great advantage as the family have many pets ( 3 dogs, chickens ….) .

·       Duties include: General cleaning and tidying, changing the bedsheets, cleaning antiques, silver, and delicate surfaces, emptying the dishwasher etc. No laundry or ironing required.

The housekeeper will be required to work 2-3 days per week  - the client is flexible on the days but would like a Friday, hours of work 9am to 5pm but equally flexible to offer more days and less hours if someone needs to work around school pick ups. Offering a salary of £15-£17 per hour gross with an ASAP start date .

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Appreciative and informal family with Georgian home close to Henley on Thames are looking for a flexible Housekeeper/occasional family Cook and Maintenance Gardener/Driver to take over from the current couple of 3 years (returning to New Zealand as their visa expires). Would best suit a “hands on” couple who are looking for a long term role and work well as a team.

Duties to include all housekeeping, cleaning and cooking for the 2 children on their return from school. Occasionally cooking a meal for the family of 4 would be appreciated but no dinner party cooking required. Maintenance gardener to look after the 5 acre garden, mostly laid to lawn. Hedge trimming, mowing and pruning and general house maintenance, basic DIY would be useful. Only one driver needed for occasional school runs, car provided.

Monday to Friday, 8-6 with breaks in the day, self contained one bed furnished flat provided as staff accommodation. Salary negotiable according to experience from £55k-£60k gross pa

Interviewing now to start in June.

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Superb new role for a bright, experienced and talented Chef, for a lovely role in sought after location near Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire. 

6 months of the year will be a busy time catering for a couple and their guests. The other 6 months will be more relaxed with plenty of down time.

This in an informal household but on occasions high profile guests are entertained. Other staff employed, so a team player is a must. Good references and a current DBS essential.

The chef will need to adjust to a variety of dietary requirements and strict allergies, gluten free, vegetarian etc. The Chef will also be responsible for the shopping, menu organisation and taking care of the kitchen. Incorporating healthy cuisine using local fresh ingredients.

Working 5 days a week (most weekends March-September).

Own separate flat and a salary of £55k+ pa gross

Interviewing now for an immediate start!

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International, semi formal VIP family based in Bahrain is looking for a professional, discreet, knowledgeable and ideally qualified nanny who can focus on the early year’s development of their one year old, very bright little boy. This would suit a very proactive, sporty and enthusiastic career Nanny with many years of experience with this age group. This is a fully staffed household therefore no housekeeping or driving will be required. However, a full range of nursery duties will be expected including organising educational yet fun activities for the little one. Someone who is well presented, used to working for different cultures, very professional, flexible and adaptable is essential! Interviewing now with an ASAP start date but happy to wait for the right candidate.

A valid first aid qualification is an important requirement for this role.

Working hours: 6 days a week, 10-12 hours per day, separate flat next door provided and a salary of £1100 to £1200 per week net depending on experience and qualifications on offer.