Job Description for a Live in or Live out Housekeeper Companion – Full Time – Godalming, Surrey
Position: Permanent
Job Reference: MD783
Job Title: Live in or Live out Housekeeper Companion
Location: Godalming, Surrey
Pets: Golden Retriever
Salary: £40,000 to £50,000 gross per annum
Start Date: ASAP
Hours Required: 5 days per week. 7am to 7pm with a break during the day
Driver: Yes, and must have own car
Accommodation: Own bedroom and bathroom
Summary
A warm and supportive family in Godalming, Surrey is seeking an experienced and compassionate live-in or live-out housekeeper to assist two active and mobile elderly individuals in their home. The ideal candidate will offer reliable domestic support while also providing gentle companionship, especially as one of the individuals is living with mild dementia. This role suits someone who is kind, patient, and organised, with a genuine interest in contributing to a calm, well-run household. A driver with their own car is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- General housekeeping, including cleaning, tidying, laundry, and ironing
- Preparing and cooking nutritious meals
- Accompanying the couple to local appointments, such as GP visits, shopping trips, or lunches out
- Providing gentle support and companionship, particularly with memory prompts and simple routines
- Ensuring the home remains clean, organised, and comfortable
- Occasional errands or ad hoc tasks as needed
Requirements
- Previous experience as a private housekeeper, preferably in a similar live-in or live-out role
- Kind, calm, and respectful approach, with a genuine care for supporting older individuals
- Confident driver with a full UK driving licence and own vehicle
- Able to cook healthy, home-style meals
- Comfortable supporting someone with mild dementia
- Right to work in the UK
- Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)
Benefits
- Opportunity to become a valued and appreciated part of a respectful, welcoming household
- Private accommodation provided if live-in: own bedroom and bathroom
- Flexibility in working hours depending on the needs of the family
- Scenic, peaceful location in Godalming, Surrey
- Competitive salary based on experience and employment type (live-in or live-out)
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
- At least two professional references from your most recent employers that are immediately contactable
Apply for this job
Please quote job reference number MD783 in your application.
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