At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a warm family to manage housekeeping and support their children's routine.
- Company: Friendly household in beautiful rural Dorset.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, supportive environment, and a chance to be part of a family.
- Other info: Ideal for those seeking a long-term position in a caring home.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a family's life while enjoying a varied role.
- Qualifications: 2 years' housekeeping experience and a full UK driving licence required.
Location: Rural Dorset, near the Dorset/Wiltshire border
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm (40 hours per week)
Flexibility: Occasional flexibility required
Driving: Full UK driving licence and own reliable car essential
The Role
A warm, informal family is seeking an experienced, reliable and discreet Housekeeper to join their household in rural Dorset, close to the Dorset/Wiltshire border. This is a varied role combining general housekeeping with occasional light childcare and family support. The family has two school-aged children who are at school during the day.
Responsibilities
- Full housekeeping, including cleaning, laundry, ironing and organisation.
- Preparing simple family meals when required.
- Occasional school pickups and light childcare.
- Supporting the children's after-school routine when needed.
- Helping to ensure the household runs smoothly and efficiently.
- Using initiative and maintaining high standards throughout the home.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years' private housekeeping experience.
- Full UK driving licence and own reliable car.
- Strong spoken English and good communication skills.
- Flexible, approachable and able to work independently.
- Excellent attention to detail and high standards.
- Discreet, trustworthy, responsible and reliable.
- Excellent written references.
- DBS Required.
Location: Ideally suited to candidates based around Gillingham, Shaftesbury, Tisbury or the surrounding areas. This would suit an experienced Housekeeper looking for a long-term position within a friendly, informal household. The family values reliability, discretion and care and is looking for someone who can become a trusted part of their daily routine.
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