Part-Time Housekeeper Bowdon (3 Days per Week: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday or Sunday)
Location: Bowdon, near Hale
Job Type: Part-Time, Live-Out
Start Date: Interviews ongoing start date As soon as possible
Salary: £18 gross per hour
A busy and welcoming family in Bowdon are looking for a reliable and experienced Housekeeper to help care for their beautiful 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home.
Family Background
The household includes a friendly professional couple with an adorable 3-year-old son, who is cared for by a full-time nanny. Both parents have demanding jobs, often working long hours and travelling regularly. They are seeking someone dependable and detail-oriented to help keep their home running smoothly.They already have a housekeeper on the opposite days of the week so you will work in tandem with them.
Schedule
Working days:
* Tuesday
* Thursday
* Saturday or Sunday (flexible on which weekend day works best)
Hours: 5 hours per day (with flexibility on start/finish times) but ideal is 10-3pm or similar
The family may occasionally request additional hours or a different day, with advance notice.
Responsibilities
You should be confident managing all aspects of housekeeping and caring for a home to a high standard. This includes:
* General cleaning and upkeep of the house
* Laundry and ironing
* Changing bed linen
* Cleaning bathrooms and kitchen
* Unpacking groceries
* Running errands (post office returns, dry cleaning, etc.)
* Wardrobe management
* Emptying bins and dishwasher
* Preparing the home for the familys return from travel (e.g., restocking the fridge, unpacking luggage)
* Letting in and liaising with contractors when needed
A proactive approach, strong initiative, and excellent attention to detail are essential.
Ideal Candidate
* At least 3 years of private housekeeping experience
* Excellent references
* Strong English communication skills
* Positive, can-do attitude
* Happy to work independently and follow instructions
* Must hold or be willing to obtain a valid DBS (agency can assist)