Why Hire a Live-In Housekeeper?
Looking to hire a live-in housekeeper in the UK? A live-in housekeeper offers the perfect solution for high-income families, busy professionals, and estate owners who require consistent, high-quality household support.
Our clients often search for trusted help with daily cleaning, laundry, home organisation, and light cooking, alongside a discreet presence that ensures the smooth running of a family home. Whether you live in a London townhouse, country estate, or frequently travel for business, a private live-in housekeeper offers peace of mind and professional care.
Who Should Hire a Live-In Housekeeper?
You may benefit from a live-in housekeeper if:
You own a large family property or country estate
You need reliable domestic support every day
You’re a high-net-worth individual (HNWI) requiring discretion and privacy
You often travel and need continuity and home security
You’re looking for a housekeeper nanny combined to assist with both childcare and cleaning
Why Choose Our Live-In Housekeeper Agency?
We are a leading live-in housekeeper agency UK, trusted by families for over 15 years. We match clients with vetted, experienced domestic professionals who are committed to long-term placements and high service standards.
70% of new clients come via referral
Database of over 17,000 pre-screened domestic staff
Fast placements – many clients find a live-in housekeeper within 7 days
Specialist experience placing staff in VIP, UHNW, and royal households
We are a domestic staff agency UK with unrivalled discretion and professionalism
We focus on delivering personalised service to each family, ensuring the candidate is a perfect fit for your household dynamic and expectations.
What Are the Duties of a Live-In Housekeeper?
A full-time live-in housekeeper typically handles:
Daily and deep property cleaning and organisation
Laundry, ironing, and wardrobe management
Shopping and restocking of household items
Light cooking or meal prep
Running errands, receiving deliveries
Managing contractors and maintenance teams
Child-friendly support where required
Specialist care of antiques, silver, and fine furnishings
Window cleaning, plant care, and light gardening duties
Additional Skills Offered by a Live-In Housekeeper
Depending on your home’s needs, a live-in housekeeper may also:
Offer pet care and dog walking
Assist with packing/unpacking for travel
Greet and host guests
Provide silver service at formal events
Work as a housekeeper nanny combined role, offering childcare support
What is the Salary for a Live-In Housekeeper?
A private live-in housekeeper typically earns:
💷 £36,000 – £85,000 per annum for experienced professionals
💷 £25,000 – £36,000 per annum for entry-level live-in cleaners with hospitality backgrounds
Employers typically provide private accommodation, bills, and sometimes flights or bonuses, especially for international or long-term roles.
Our Candidate Vetting Process
We take recruitment seriously. As a trusted domestic staff agency for families, every candidate undergoes:
ID and document verification
Employment reference checks
In-depth interviews with our recruitment team
Signed confidentiality agreements
We ensure that your chosen live-in housekeeper is not only skilled but also trustworthy, respectful, and well-matched to your family’s culture and routines.
Ready to Find a Live-In Housekeeper?
Hiring with us is straightforward and efficient. We’ll guide you from first enquiry through to final placement, handling all the paperwork and logistics for you.
💼 Fill in our Housekeeping Requirements Form and we’ll begin matching you with ideal candidates right away.
⏱ It takes just 2 minutes to get started.
📆 Most placements are completed in under 7 days.
How to Find a Live-In Housekeeper?
Are you ready to find a live-in housekeeper? Our dedicated team will guide you through the recruitment process, ensuring you hire the ideal candidate for your home.
*Filling out a requirements form will take a couple of minutes*
Housekeeping Requirements Form
Is your Housekeeper looking for a Job?
We regularly post new live in housekeeper jobs on our live in housekeeper jobs board.
Find a live in housekeeper jobs here.
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