Summary
Location: Devon
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum, negotiable DOE
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Status: Live-in
We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Junior Housekeeper to join a friendly private household in the beautiful Devon countryside. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with 1 to 2 years of experience working in private households who is looking to continue developing their skills in a supportive and professional environment.
The role involves helping to keep the home clean, tidy, and well-maintained. Day-to-day duties include general cleaning, laundry, ironing, and assisting in preparing the house for family visits and guests. You will also help with cooking and food preparation, restocking household supplies, and running occasional errands. A key part of the role includes caring for two friendly dogs, so a love of animals is essential.
We are seeking someone who is proactive, trustworthy, and takes pride in delivering high standards. You should be confident working independently, with a good understanding of the expectations within a private home, and happy to be part of a small, close-knit team.
You may also assist with household organisation tasks such as managing inventories and updating household calendars. The role offers the chance to support more senior staff and grow into increased responsibility over time.
This is a 45-hour work week, with the schedule running from Thursday to Monday and Tuesday and Wednesday as designated days off. A comfortable two-bedroom cottage is provided opposite the estate for live-in staff. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior housekeeper with some prior private household experience who is looking to build a long-term career in a welcoming and well-run home.
DUTIES TO INCLUDE:
· Cleaning, tidying, and maintaining all areas of the home
· Laundry care, including washing, ironing, and organising dry cleaning
· Preparing the house for family visits and guests, and assisting with packing and unpacking
· Looking after the family and helping to make their stays as enjoyable and easy as possible
· Assisting with cooking and food preparation, including harvesting and preserving garden produce
· Running errands and managing household tasks
· Pet Care
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
· 1 to 2 years of experience working in private households
· Ability to carry out general housekeeping duties including cleaning, laundry, and ironing
· A confident cook with experience in food preparation
· Proactive, discreet, and detail-oriented approach
· Able to work independently and take initiative
· Flexible and adaptable to the changing needs of the household
· Full, clean UK driving licence
· Fluency in English
· The right to live and work in the UK
