Housekeeper (Live in or Live out)

Silver Swan is currently looking for an experienced Housekeeper for a client based in Belgravia, London. The Housekeeper will be working alongside another Housekeeper and will need to work collaboratively with the House Manager, whilst also showing their own initiative when occasionally working alone.

The ideal candidate will have experience in laundry, including handwashing delicates and pressing, valeting and spot cleaning.

The household is occupied for around 8 months of the year, with the work schedule being based on a 5-day working week, with an additional 6th day (Saturday or Sunday) during busy periods, but this will be given back in lieu.

Please Note: Candidates must have a legal right to live and work in the UK prior to applying as, unfortunately, we do not offer visa sponsorship. If you do not have a legal right to live and work in the UK, your application will NOT be considered.

Responsibilities:

• Laundry, including the handwashing of delicates, cashmere and silk
• Ironing and pressing of all bedding
• Polishing silver and brass
• General Housekeeping throughout the property
• Stocking of fresh and dry good
• Packing and unpacking as requested
• Reporting any maintenance and stock requirements to the House Manager
• Ensuring all equipment is functioning correctly and serviced as required

Ideal Candidate:

• 5+ years of Housekeeping experience of UWNW household(s)
• Longevity in previous role(s)
• Full driving license
• Fluency in English
• Valid DBS

Package:

• Salary: £40,000+
• Accommodation provided (can also be a live-out)
• Permanent contract
• Immediate start date