Job Detail

Housekeeper

• Field: Hotel & Licensed Trade
• Deadline: 2026-03-30 06:03
• London

Our client is looking for a Housekeeper to join their household staff and look after their country estate in the serene beauty of North Devon. 

Job Title: Live-in Housekeeper
Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm (Occasional flexibility needed with some weekend hours)
Accommodation provided on site
Open to Relocation
Salary: Up to £37000 per annum 
 
Responsibilities of the Housekeeper will include:

Carry out all housekeeping duties
Making sure the home is kept clean and tidy
Daily cleaning of kitchen, bathrooms and bedrooms
Cleaning with knowledge of products and usage, polishing, vacuuming, laundry, ironing, window cleaning, making beds
Driving - shopping and occasional school runs plus after school clubs
Occasional cooking for family when required
Looking after pets from time to time and housesitting
Occasional overnight childminding
Experience of care and maintenance of fine art and antiques is preferable Skills required of the Housekeeper:

Organisation & Prioritisation skills
Ability to use own initiative, and able to spot what needs doing
Good communication skills and able to work within a team
Time management
Attention to detail
Discretion and confidentiality at all times Other Requirements of the Housekeeper:

Private residence housekeeping experience is necessary
House Management Experience in a 6+ bed residence
Must be child and pet friendly
Clean driving licence
Own Transport due to remote location
Able to run and manage a large property 
Must be able to clear an Enhanced DBS Check Benefits for the Housekeeper:

20 days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Accommodation provided - a cottage on the estate (Council Tax Included)
Close to the coast and sea 
Permanent Contract 
Pet friendly 
Open to relocating candidates