Full-time Live-in Housekeeper - Private family estate in Somerset- September start

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced, proactive and detail-oriented Housekeeper to take sole responsibility for the interior management of a prestigious private family estate in Somerset.

Highlights

• Start: ASAP
• Location: Somerset
• Working Hours: Approximately 45 hours per week, 5 days (with flexibility when the family are in residence)
• Salary: £40,000–£55,000 gross per annum, depending on experience

Overview

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Live-in Housekeeper to join a prestigious private family estate in Somerset.

This is a long-term, permanent position for a highly organised, proactive and detail-oriented professional who takes genuine pride in maintaining a beautiful home to impeccable standards. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the interior housekeeping, presentation and day-to-day organisation of the main residence and guest accommodation, working closely with the PA/House Manager and Groundsman to ensure the estate runs seamlessly.

The family are seeking someone who naturally anticipates needs, is discreet and trustworthy, and thrives in a high-end private household environment.

Extra Details of the Role

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Full housekeeping of the six-bedroom main residence and guest cottages
• Detailed cleaning and presentation of bedrooms, bathrooms, living and entertaining spaces
• Preparing the property for family stays and visiting guests
• Laundry, ironing, linen and wardrobe management to an exceptional standard
• Caring for delicate fabrics, luxury clothing and arranging dry cleaning where required
• Maintaining fine art, antiques, silverware, china, crystal and specialist finishes
• Managing household supplies, inventories and stock levels
• Ordering groceries, toiletries, cleaning products and household essentials
• Managing deliveries, online shopping and household errands
• Organising pantries, cupboards and storage areas
• Preparing breakfast and assisting with simple family lunches and dinners
• Supporting entertaining with table setting, food preparation and guest service
• Welcoming guests and ensuring the home is beautifully presented before and after events
• Monitoring basic household technology, Wi-Fi, appliances and media systems
• Supporting the family with occasional errands and travel
• Assisting with the care of the family dogs
• Maintaining a discreet, unobtrusive presence when the family are in residence
• Approximately 3–4 weeks of annual travel to the family’s European residence

Benefits

• Private one-bedroom cottage on the estate
• All accommodation bills included

Key Criteria

• Exceptional attention to detail and pride in maintaining immaculate standards
• Proactive, self-motivated and able to work independently
• Comfortable around family dogs
• Full UK driving licence preferred
• No dependants or pets
• Non-smoker
• Excellent, checkable references demonstrating longevity and reliability

If you are interested in this role, please apply with an up-to-date CV. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.