Housekeeper - Part Time

Job Description for a Housekeeper - Part Time - Cobham, Surrey

Position:
Permanent

Job Reference: MD792

Job Title:
Housekeeper

Location:
Cobham

Number of Children: 1 child at boarding school

Pets: Small dog

Salary: £18-£20 gross per hour

Holiday: 25 days holiday per annum

Start Date: ASAP

Hours Required:
Tuesday to Friday, 5 hours per day

Driver:
Yes, and must have own car

Summary
A professional and experienced part time housekeeper is sought for a private household in Cobham, Surrey. This permanent role would suit someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and confident managing their own time. The family is looking for a warm, reliable individual with a positive attitude and strong housekeeping skills, including high standards of cleaning, laundry, and home organisation.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone local to Cobham seeking a part time housekeeper position with a stable and respectful employer. The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently, liaising with external contractors, and maintaining a well-presented, elegant home. A love of dogs is a plus, as the household includes one small pet.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily housekeeping, including dusting, hoovering, and mopping to a high standard
• Laundry and ironing, including wardrobe care and organisation
• Changing beds and towels on a weekly basis
• Managing household supplies and accepting deliveries
• Running errands such as dry cleaning, post office trips, and light shopping
• Returning online orders as needed
• Coordinating and liaising with external service providers (e.g. gardeners, car valets, window cleaners, oven cleaners)
• Occasional ad hoc tasks to support the smooth running of the home

Requirements

• Previous private housekeeping experience in a similar role
• Excellent standards of cleaning, organisation, and laundry care
• Self-motivated with a practical and discreet approach
• Confident managing household tasks independently
• Comfortable around small dogs
• Must be a driver with own car
• Fluent in English and able to communicate confidently with the family and tradespeople
• Availability to work Tuesday to Friday, 5 hours per day, ideally during the mornings
• Able to start as soon as possible

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of £18 to £20 gross per hour, depending on experience
• 25 days of paid holiday per annum
• Permanent part time position offering excellent work-life balance
• A warm, respectful, and appreciative household environment
• Located in Cobham, Surrey, ideal for candidates based locally

This job is posted by Home Organisers 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
• A Paediatric First Aid Certificate (if required for the role)
• At least two professional references from your most recent employers that are immediately contactable

Apply for this job
Please quote job reference number MD792 in your application.