Live in Housekeeper

Live-In Housekeeper Maida Vale, London ASAP Start

Salary: £700 per week net (approx. £45,500 gross per annum equivalent)

Start Date: ASAP - preference for candidates available immediately (no notice period)

Accommodation: Large private bedroom with shared bathroom with 1 other housekeeper

Location: Maida Vale, London

A highly regarded private household in Maida Vale is seeking an experienced Live-In Housekeeper to join their long-standing domestic team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a professional Housekeeper looking for a long-term role within a warm, respectful and well-run household where staff retention is excellent and employees are genuinely valued. The family enjoys entertaining and hosting guests throughout the year and is seeking a discreet, proactive and highly organised Housekeeper who takes pride in maintaining impeccable standards.

The Role

Working alongside an established team, including a live-in Chef and another Live-in Housekeeper, the successful candidate will take responsibility for the afternoon and evening housekeeping shift.

• Approximately 2:00pm-8:00pm daily (with flexibility to 10:00pm when entertaining)
• 6 days per week when the family are in residence
• Reduced schedule of 4 days per week when the family are travelling (approximately 4 months of the year)

Key Responsibilities

• Full housekeeping duties to an exceptionally high standard
• Daily cleaning and upkeep of all living areas
• Routine bathroom servicing and presentation throughout the day
• Laundry, ironing and wardrobe management
• Care of fine furnishings, silverware and artwork
• Assisting the principal with packing and unpacking
• Supporting the household during entertaining and dinner service
• Working closely with the live-in Chef to ensure smooth household operations
• Maintaining organisation, cleanliness and presentation across the property

The Household

• Large family home in Maida Vale
• Four-bedroom property (typically only two bedrooms regularly occupied)
• One well-behaved Golden Retriever and one cat
• Additional household support including a gardener and overnight security
• Excellent staff longevity and a positive working environment

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience working within long-term private household positions
• Available immediately
• Meticulous housekeeping standards and strong attention to detail
• Trustworthy, discreet and professional at all times
• Calm, hardworking and highly organised
• Able to work independently and use initiative
• Comfortable around petsFlexible approach when the family are entertaining
• Strong, checkable private household references essential

This role would suit a polished and experienced Housekeeper who enjoys being part of a close-knit team and is seeking a stable, long-term position within a respectful and welcoming household.