LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER JOB
NEWMARKET | SUFFOLK | GB
Salary: £61,000–£65,000 per annum gross
Job Overview:
A wonderful opportunity has arisen to join a private household in the beautiful Cambridgeshire countryside. The property is a well-appointed six-bedroom, residence set across two floors, with a separate annex provided for the housekeeper's accommodation.
The Principal resides at the property for approximately six months of the year, during which time the role operates at full capacity. During the off-season, the housekeeper continues to reside in the annex with lighter responsibilities.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced, discreet, and professional housekeeper who takes pride in maintaining impeccable standards. This is a split-shift role, with morning duties followed by a break and then afternoon/evening responsibilities. The housekeeper will work closely with the Principal to ensure his daily routine runs seamlessly.
A Private Chef is employed within the household; however, basic cooking skills and the ability to assist with meal preparation when required would be beneficial. A private, self-contained annex is provided on the property for the housekeeper's sole use. The accommodation is available year-round, including during the off-season when duties are lighter. A vehicle is also provided for work-related errands and shopping.
Only applicants with the right to work in the UK can be considered.
Job Details:
Location: Newmarket, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire
Type: Live-In, Full-Time, Permanent
Working Days: 5.5 days per week (on-season) / 5 days per week (off-season)
Working Hours: Split shift arrangement
Language: Fluent English
Cooking: Basic
Salary: £61,000-£65,000 per annum gross
Accommodation: Separate private annex on the property
Driving: Essential (vehicle provided)
Start Date: Flexible – handover with outgoing housekeeper preferred
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Full housekeeping of a six-bedroom, five-bathroom property to the highest standard
- Preparing and maintaining the Principal's bedroom and bathroom each morning and afternoon
- Organising breakfast and assisting with evening meal arrangements
- Laundry, ironing, and wardrobe management
- Bed making and linen changes
- General cleaning including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and polishing
- Occasional grocery shopping and errands, including trips to Cambridge
- Assisting the Private Chef with meal preparation when required
- Maintaining the property during the off-season months
- Providing additional support during the family's summer visit (six weeks)
REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum five years of private housekeeping experience in a similar live-in role
- Two excellent, checkable verbal references
- DBS check
- Full UK driving licence (essential – vehicle provided)
- Valid UK work permit
- Fluent English
- Respectful understanding of household practices
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Perfect Household Staff has over 15 years of experience placing professional Housekeepers within distinguished private households across the UK and internationally. We are a boutique domestic staffing agency specialising in long-term, quality placements. If you are seeking a permanent Housekeeper position within a respectful and well-managed household, we would be delighted to assist
If you are personally interested in this Housekeeper position, or know of another professional who may be suitable, please apply via our website or email us directly.
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