Job Description for a Housekeeper - Part Time - Cobham, Surrey Position : Permanent Job Reference : MD792 Job Title : Housekeeper Location : Cobham Number of Children: 1 child at boarding school Pets: Small dog Salary : £18-£20 gross per hour Holiday : 25 days holiday per annum Start Date : ASAP Hours Required : Tuesday to Friday, 5 hours per day Driver : Yes, and must have own car Summary A professional and experienced part time housekeeper is sought for a private household in Cobham, Surrey. This permanent role would suit someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and confident managing their own time. The family is looking for a warm, reliable individual with a positive attitude and strong housekeeping skills, including high standards of cleaning, laundry, and home organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone local to Cobham seeking a part time housekeeper position with a stable and respectful employer. The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently, liaising with external contractors, and maintaining a well-presented, elegant home. A love of dogs is a plus, as the household includes one small pet. Key Responsibilities Daily housekeeping, including dusting, hoovering, and mopping to a high standard Laundry and ironing, including wardrobe care and organisation Changing beds and towels on a weekly basis Managing household supplies and accepting deliveries Running errands such as dry cleaning, post office trips, and light shopping Returning online orders as needed Coordinating and liaising with external service providers (e.g. gardeners, car valets, window cleaners, oven cleaners) Occasional ad hoc tasks to support the smooth running of the home Requirements Previous private housekeeping experience in a similar role Excellent standards of cleaning, organisation, and laundry care Self-motivated with a practical and discreet approach Confident managing household tasks independently Comfortable around small dogs Must be a driver with own car Fluent in English and able to communicate confidently with the family and tradespeople Availability to work Tuesday to Friday, 5 hours per day, ideally during the mornings Able to start as soon as possible Benefits Competitive hourly rate of £18 to £20 gross per hour, depending on experience 25 days of paid holiday per annum Permanent part time position offering excellent work-life balance A warm, respectful, and appreciative household environment Located in Cobham, Surrey, ideal for candidates based locally 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 A Paediatric First Aid Certificate (if required for the role) At least two professional references from your most recent employers that are immediately contactable Apply for this job Please quote job reference number MD792 in your application.