A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Temporary Housekeeper to join a warm, professional, and well-run private household based in a stunning new-build home set on 50 acres in Southwold working alongside a Senior Housekeeper, House Manager/Chef, and Groundsman.
This position is to start as soon as possible on a rolling contract whilst the client is searching for a permanent candidate to fulfil the role.
A positive attitude, integrity, and a willingness to be guided are key. The principals are looking for someone with common sense, emotional stability, and a strong work ethic – someone who enjoys working harmoniously as part of a team.
Role Responsibilities:
- Standard daily housekeeping duties: cleaning, tidying, laundry, ironing
- Cooking simple breakfasts (juices, smoothies, English breakfast), occasional requirement to prepare simple lunches and dinners when the Chef is unavailable
- Assisting with shopping, errands, and local driving duties (e.g. train station drop-offs)
- Pet care – two dogs and three cats, including walking and feeding – love of animals essential
- Support during dinner parties and evening entertaining
- Working closely with the Senior Housekeeper and learning household routines and preferences
- General household support as needed when principals are travelling
- Ad hoc tasks delegated by House Manager
Working Hours:
- Morning shift starts at 6:45am for pet care and breakfast prep
Day 1 (“Early Shift”)
- Start: 6:45 AM
- Work until: 1:00 PM
- Break/Off: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Work again: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM or 7:00 PM (end time varies)
Day 2 (“Late Shift”)
- Start: 9:00 AM
- Work until: 1:00 PM
- Break/Off: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Work again: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM or 7:00 PM (end time varies)
Evening presence required when the principals are entertaining
Largely Monday to Friday as the Senior Housekeeper works over the weekend, however, the flexibility to work weekends as needed is required.
Ideal Candidate:
- Fit and able to assist with physical tasks
- Willing to learn and adapt to the household’s preferences and standards
- Team player with integrity, common sense, and a calm, non-reactive personality
- Loves animals and happy to help care for pets
- Driver with clean UK licence – essential
- Non-smoker
Accommodation:
- Beautiful, spacious, warm, and sunny 1-bedroom luxury apartment provided
- Separate from main house, ideal for privacy and comfort
Salary:
- Negotiable, please present your hourly rate
REF: S&W#3407363
