Daily or Live In Housekeeper/Cook - Henley on Thames, Sth Oxfordshire

Seeking a daily or live in professional, experienced housekeeper, to work and care for this formally run weekend home.

The principals, and their 2 children (who are young adults), use the property at weekends, normally arriving Friday late afternoon/early evening, then leaving on Sunday after lunch, or occasionally first-thing on Monday morning. Therefore, its essential that applicants understand this role requires someone happy to work Saturday, taking days-off Sunday and Monday.

Applicants must be dog lovers as there are 2 dogs in permanent residence, a Labrador and an elderly  spaniel who need to be fed and walked along with receiving TLC. (There is a full-time gardener employed, who can feed and look after the dogs on the housekeeper’s days off).

The housekeeper will not only need to look after laundry and keep the house clean and tidy, which includes 7-bedrooms and various reception rooms, but they must also have an advanced eye for detail and that natural ability to present every room beautifully, in a homely and inviting way, with cut flowers and houseplants, and when/where necessary, scented candles, candles and fireplaces lit. You will also be a good family cook.

This happy family, love their home and weekend-life. Therefore, it is especially important that the housekeeper can fit in quickly and easily, is well-presented, and exhibits a cheerful and friendly disposition, combined with a can-do/will do attitude.

Salary £40 - £45k gross pa. Must have right to work in UK, DBS clearance and recent and checkable references. Interested candidates should email their CV to cv@ljwrecruitment.com.

P/T Housekeeper - Vauxhall, London

We are seeking a highly professional and skilled Housekeeper for a luxury apartment on the Pimlico side of Vauxhall, which boasts fine finishings and furniture.

You will be confident yet highly discreet, and extremely self-motivated. The role would suit someone fairly local to Victoria, Pimlico or Vauxhall, who has a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), and a calm, pleasant disposition.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Trustworthy, reliable, and able to work independently

• Organised and proactive, with a sense of pride in their work

• Comfortable working in a private home with minimal supervision – the Principal is frequently away for 4–5 months of the year

• A team player who can support the House Manager as needed

Role Overview:

• Days/Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 2:00pm – 7:00pm

• Household: 1 Principal in residence (3-bedroom apartment; other bedrooms rarely used)

Key Responsibilities:

• Housekeeping and cleaning of a high-spec apartment to a high standard

• Laundry and ironing (bed linen sent out to a laundry service – oversight required)

• Light food preparation (breakfast bowls, salads, vegetables, and plating of main courses – no cooking required)

• Occasional grocery and household shopping

• Managing a small petty cash float

• Keyholder responsibilities (no alarm duties)

• Chaperoning tradespeople/engineers when required, in liaison with the Riverwalk concierge and maintenance team

• Providing support and occasional cover for the House Manager during holidays

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a respectful, well-run household with a kind and appreciative Principal. Must have recent and checkable references, longevity in previous roles, right to work in UK and current DBS (or happy to apply). £18 per hour PAYE.

Please email your covering letter and CV cv@ljwrecruitment.com

Daily Housekeeper - Chiswick, London

Seeking a Daily Housekeeper to work in this family home of 5, including 3 children.

• Duties include a high standard of housekeeping, laundry & wardrobe duties, shopping, restocking, dealing with tradespeople etc., with occasional babysitting.

• Would suit an active and highly organised Housekeeper - 4 floors, so lots of stairs - 6 bedrooms, 5 bathroom.

• Monday to Friday, 5 days a week, 9am to 5pm. Occasional weekend with notice in advance to assist with any special family dinners or parties, with time off in lieu.

• Must have right to work, current DBS, and recent checkable private housekeeping references in similar role.

• Would suit a Housekeeper who lives in commutable distance to the property - closest station Chiswick Overland Train Station.

• Role to start in Sept 2025 - Interviews now. Salary upto £53,000 gross pa DOE.

Email interest to cv@ljwrecruitment.com

Daily Housekeeper - Fulham, London

We are seeking a daily Housekeeper for our lovely clients based in Fulham, to maintain their contemporary 3 storey family home.

Along with housekeeping, you will be required to offer simple cooking and able to follow recipes, so confidence in kitchen is a real plus and enjoy cooking.

You will also be required to do all laundry and provide wardrobe management, organising cupboards, running household errands such as dry cleaning, shopping etc. and ensuring all inventory is fully stocked up in house. You will also liaise with suppliers and contractors, and deal with visitors at the door etc.

Ideal Candidate will possess excellent housekeeping references from similar household, with proven longevity, excellent time management and ability to work autonomously with a high attention to detail, be discreet and confidential, with good spoken english.

You will have right to work in UK, and possess a full, clean UK driving licence and comfortable driving in London. This is non negotiable as car needed for errands.

Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm / Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 gross per annum (depending on experience) / Immediate start. Email interest to cv@ljwrecruitment.com

Rota Nanny - Notting Hill, London

Seeking an experienced and qualified rota nanny - 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off - live in 24/7 sole charge with accommodation provided in-house whilst on duty.

Would suit a Rota Nanny with experience sole charge twin babies, covering all associated duties ie Feeding & Nutrition, Sleep & Routine Management, Hygiene & Health, Safety Measures, Stimulative Activities & Individual Attention, Milestone Support, Daily Reports, Routine co-ordination, Emotional Support & Bonding etc.

Role to start asap. Salary £70,000 gross pa. Must have right to work in UK, Enhanced DBS clearance, some formal childcare qualifications, first aid certification and recent and checkable childcare references. For more details, email  cv@ljwrecruitment.com