PART-TIME HOUSEKEEPER JOB

A warm and welcoming private household nestled in the beautiful Surrey countryside near Chelsham is seeking an experienced, highly capable, and self-motivated Part-Time Housekeeper to join their home. The principal has a wealth of experience working with private housekeeping professionals — their previous housekeeper was a trusted and beloved member of the household for an impressive seven years. This is a wonderful opportunity for a dedicated professional who takes genuine pride in their work, thrives in a rural setting, and relishes the chance to manage a stunning and spacious private residence to the very highest standards.

Chelsham is a charming and picturesque village in the Surrey Hills, surrounded by beautiful countryside and offering a wonderfully peaceful working environment. Given the property's rural location, a driving licence and own vehicle are essential for this role — the commute and all travel responsibilities rest entirely with the professional, as is standard within private household placements.

The principal has previously benefitted from the services of an exceptional housekeeper and understands and values the full breadth of what a skilled household professional brings to a home. The successful candidate will be a meticulous, warm, and self-sufficient professional who can manage a large, beautiful property independently, maintain impeccable standards throughout, and bring the same reliability, discretion, and attention to detail that defines the very best in this industry. The role is offered on a part-time, self-employed basis, and will suit a professional who combines these hours with another family placement.

Type

Part-Time | Live-Out | Self-Employed

Working Days

Three days per week

Working Hours

7 hours per day — 20–21 hours per week

Language

English

Salary

£20–£25 per hour gross

Location

Chelsham, Surrey

Pets

None

Children

Adult children (22 and 20 years) — no underage children in the household

Driving Licence

Essential — own vehicle required for commuting to this rural location

Employment Basis

Self-Employed

Starting Date

As soon as the right candidate is found

Duties Include

Delivering meticulous daily and deep cleaning throughout a six-bedroom, four-bathroom property — maintaining all rooms, surfaces, and living areas to an absolutely spotless and consistently high standard

Thorough cleaning and presentation of all bathrooms, shower rooms, and the separate WC to an impeccable standard

Full laundry management, including washing, ironing, and pressing of clothing and household linen to an exceptional standard

Wardrobe management and clothing organisation for all household members — ensuring all garments are correctly cared for, neatly stored, and beautifully presented

Maintaining the overall presentation and staging of the home to the highest level, ensuring the property always looks immaculate and welcoming

Managing and preparing guest bedrooms to a hotel-quality standard ahead of family visits and guest stays

Packing and unpacking luggage for the principal's travel, including organising clothing, managing returns, and attending to all post-travel laundry

Providing front-of-house assistance during dinner parties and household events — greeting guests, offering and presenting refreshments, and ensuring all public areas of the home look and feel exceptional throughout

Management of the kitchen, including running the dishwasher, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring all kitchen areas are kept impeccably clean and organised at all times

General household organisation and upkeep — maintaining order, managing household supplies, and attending to all day-to-day requirements of the residence

Minimal Requirements

3+ years of private Housekeeper experience

Two excellent, checkable references

Conversational English — essential

Valid right to work in the United Kingdom

Own vehicle; essential given the rural location

DBS check

If you are personally interested in this position or are aware of another qualified professional who may be interested in such a vacancy, please apply via our website or contact Daria directly at daria@perfecthouseholdstaff.co.uk