Daily Housekeeper with Light Nanny Duties – Dorset/Somerset Border – £40–45K DOE
A warm and welcoming private family is seeking an experienced Live-Out Daily Housekeeper to support them in their beautiful rural home near the Dorset/Somerset border. The role includes light nanny duties for twin children (aged 11) who attend a local day school
Rural Dorset – near Gillingham, Templecombe, Tisbury. Must be able to drive due to location.
Monday to Friday only. Early start preferred, with availability for school pick-up. Occasional overnight stay when mum is in London (with advance notice)
A relaxed and informal household comprising a mother and her two children. The children are at school during the day. The father works in London during the week.
Responsibilities:
1. Full housekeeping: cleaning, laundry, ironing, tidying
2. School pick-ups and occasional light childcare
3. Light family cooking (simple, healthy meals)
4. Running errands, grocery shopping, general household support
Requirements:
5. Minimum 3 years’ experience in private housekeeping roles
6. Confident driver with a full UK driving licence
7. Fluent or strong spoken English
8. Organised, reliable, and flexible with a warm and friendly personality
9. Comfortable with children and able to support a busy family routine
£40,000–£45,000+ per annum, depending on experience