Senior Housekeeper

Achieve Hospitality
Position: Live-In or Live-Out Senior Housekeeper
Accommodation: Optional 1-2 bedroom cottage separate from the main house (partners and well-behaved pets considered)
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 (DOE) per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 18:30, with flexibility for 2 weekends / month
Achieve Hospitality is delighted to be assisting a warm and dynamic family of five in their search for an experienced Senior Housekeeper to oversee the daily care and presentation of their impressive 10-bedroom, 3-storey residence near Hungerford.
This is a hands-on, highly responsible position that requires energy, confidence, and discretion. As the sole housekeeper, you will work closely with the nanny and estate staff to ensure the smooth running of the household and the highest standards of service at all times.
The Senior Housekeeper will take full ownership of maintaining immaculate cleanliness and organisation throughout the home, while also managing wardrobe care, occasional light PA support, and select formal duties such as welcoming guests and serving refreshments. The role also requires a strong presence in the kitchen, with the ability to prepare family meals when required.
The ideal candidate will be proactive, polished, and exceptionally detail-oriented, bringing both professionalism and warmth to this busy household.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain immaculate upkeep of all interiors to the highest standard
- Manage laundry, ironing, and wardrobe care, including delicate and luxury fabrics
- Oversee household organisation, stock management, and occasional errands
- Prepare family meals as required
- Create and maintain fresh flower arrangements
- Liaise with household staff, estate team, and external contractors
- Assist with the basic care of the family’s spaniel
- Provide occasional support for events and visiting guests
Candidate Profile
- Minimum 5 years’ experience within similar HNW households
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational skills
- Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively
- Discreet, trustworthy, and confident working independently
- Flexible, proactive, and service-oriented attitude
- Physically fit and capable of meeting the demands of a large property
- Skilled in cooking family meals and assisting with entertaining
- Knowledgeable in high-end cleaning products and specialist techniques
- Must hold a valid UK driving licence and be able to commute daily if living out
Schedule & Benefits
- Full-time, 45-50 hours per week (typically Monday-Friday, 8:30am-6:30pm, with weekend flexibility)
- Salary: £50,000-£55,000 (negotiable, depending on experience)
- Live-in or live-out accommodation option available
- Stable, long-term role within a professional and respectful household
- Opportunity to work in a prestigious and well-managed estate
To apply, please send your CV outlining your relevant experience to jerome@achievehospitality.com.