Housekeeper / Family PA

Rural Surrey (Farnham) - Full-Time, Live-In (Separate Accommodation Provided)

Private family based in Farnham, Surrey, seeking an experienced, organised and proactive Housekeeper / Family PA to oversee the smooth day-to-day running of their home.

Father and three teenage daughters (aged 14, 17 and 19), + mid sized friendly dog ( not 'hands on' childcare). Varied role suited to someone who enjoys working independently and takes pride in creating a well-managed environment.

Live-in basis and includes a newly refurbished, fully private two-bedroom cottage within the grounds. All bills are included, and a car is available. Current housekeeper (for 7 years) is available for handover period

The Role

This role covers aspects of housekeeping, family support, dog care and light PA duties.

Household Management

* Managing / maintaining the main living areas - especially kitchen / diner / utility etc

* Laundry (washing, ironing and wardrobe organisation)

* Weekly house clean and as required daily to maintain tidy spaces.

* Seasonal preparation organisation - (Christmas / easter / party / summer pool house etc)

* Managing household supplies and co ordinating recurring tradesman support ( eg window cleaning / gardeners)

Cooking & Food Management

* Weekly meal planning and associated food shopping / deliveries

* Preparing 2-3 family meals per week

* Batch cooking for weekends and occasional guests

* Larder / freezer organisation and stock rotation

Family Support - driving and being present

* School pick-ups (2-3 per week) in the mid to late afternoons

* Activity drop-offs and collections - slightly higher frequency in school holidays

* Errands into local town etc and lifts to / from places ( e.g. station) - all local

Dog Care

* Daily walk - various local options (approximately 1 hour)

* Feeding and general care ( e.g. groomers and vet appointments)

* Occasional pet sitting during weekends or holidays when family away

PA & Administrative Duties

* Managing household emails and bills (as required)

* Booking appointments and household services

* Birthday and small event planning & organisation / presents etc

* Holiday research and travel booking support

* General Admin support e.g. vehicles taxed / MOT etc .

* Minor house projects ( e.g. new photo books or pictures framing etc).

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

* Highly organised and detail-oriented

* Warm, discreet, proactive and trustworthy

* Confident around teenagers and comfortable with dogs

* Experienced in a similar private household role

* A confident driver with a full, clean driving licence (essential)

* DBS checked (or willing to obtain one)

Please note:

This role is not suitable for candidates with pets or children living with them.

Couples are welcome to apply, provided one partner has their own separate employment

Details

Full-time, Monday-Friday c 40 hour week approx. 9am to 6pm with lunch break and flexibility required as some weeks quieter and some weeks busier

Live-in position with separate, private two-bedroom cottage

All accommodation and household bills included

Rural location - driving essential

Competitive, negotiable salary depending on experience

Start date flexible - late spring to summer

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you would be well suited to this position