Live-in Part- time Housekeeper/Companion

We are looking for a kind, experienced, and proactive Companion/Housekeeper to join a warm and welcoming household based near Chipping Norton. This is a part-time 6 months initial contract (3 days and 3 nights), live-in role with a unique companion element — supporting the principal’s elderly mother (94 years old). This would suit someone with a caring nature, possibly from a background in companionship, caring, nursing, or private support work.

You will work alongside an existing Housekeeper/Companion in a rota-style setup, offering additional support and cover, especially when the principals are away. This is a lovely opportunity to become part of a respectful and supportive home in the heart of the Cotswolds. The role would suit someone looking for a long-term position with variety, companionship, and structure.

Duties Outlined but not limited to :

  • Hands-on housekeeping: cleaning, tidying, and maintaining high standards throughout the home
  • Laundry and wardrobe management, including delicate fabrics and ironing
  • Running errands and managing household supplies for elderly individual
  • Providing companionship and general assistance to the elderly mother 
  • Cooking elderly mother nutritious meals
  • Driving elderly mother as and when required
  • Assisting with household organisation and communication with external contractors if needed
  • Warm, trustworthy, and naturally caring
  • Background in private households, ideally with some companion/caring experience
  • Happy working collaboratively and independently
  • Flexible, proactive, and discreet
  • Fluent English
  • Must have an enhanced DBS and a full, clean UK driving licence, excellent spoken english

Location: Near Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire

Salary: £25,000 +

Accommodation: En-suite bedroom within elderly mothers house (live-in)

Schedule: Thursday 9am – Sunday 9am and Holiday cover 6 Month Contract

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