Daily Chauffeur / CPO - Kensington, London

Seeking Chauffeur/Family Driver with CP / Security certification to work for VIP family. Limited CP, more driving, but client wants to have this in place (just in case!).

The role combines high‑level driving competence with impeccable personal presentation, logistical awareness, and the ability to operate within a private household or UHNW environment maintaining a consistently high standard of service.

This role runs alongside a 2nd Driver, sharing the overall household driving requirements and household and family office errands.

The job requires a high degree of flexibility - 5 days across 7 day week - including frequent late evenings and weekend work, and some travel.

Non negotiable Deal Breakers - Must hold a Close Protection / Security licence, be living in Central London for ease of access to and from property (esp for late finishes), hold relevant right to work in UK, possess an Enhanced DBS & Driving Certification (ideally RoSPA Advanced certification ), and readily checkable references .

Salary £65k + statutory entitlements, PAYE contract.

Please DO NOT apply unless you have the specific certifications. To apply, email cv@ljwrecruitment.com

French Nanny / Governor / Tutor – Central London

Our private clients are seeking a part-time French‑speaking Nanny Governor Tutor to support their teenage children with French language development, homework support, and structured after‑school care.

The position is ideal for a calm, confident, proactive candidate with experience supporting teenagers and encouraging good study habits.

The role is discreet, and the family values professionalism and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide consistent French tutoring (spoken, written, reading comprehension)

  • Support homework and school organisation

  • Engage the children in culturally relevant activities

  • Offer calm, structured after‑school care

  • Maintain routines, boundaries, and positive behaviour

  • Overnight supervision once per week

  • Work collaboratively with the weekday nanny and weekend nanny

Essential

  • Fluent French speaker

  • Experience working with teenagers

  • Confident, mature, and able to manage three children calmly

  • Reliable, discreet, and professional

  • Comfortable with overnight duties

Desirable

  • Background in tutoring, education, or French schooling

  • Driving helpful but not essential

Contract & Benefits

  • £35,000 gross per annum (part time salary)

  • Start date flexible – the family will appoint once the right person is found

  • Please email your resume to cv@ljwrecruitment.com 

Live Out or Live In Carer / Companion - Enfield, London

Seeking a compassionate, reliable, and dedicated female Carer / Companion* to support an elderly female within her home in Enfield / Waltham Cross area, to deliver personalised support tailored to her individual needs and wellbeing.

This position is well suited to an individual with prior care experience who is committed to enhancing quality of life through companionship, reassurance, and practical assistance.

The successful candidate can either provide a Live Out Daily service or if they need accommodation, can offer a small room to Live In as part of the package.

Key responsibilities include assisting with personal care (including washing and dressing), managing medication, preparing light meals or reheating food, and supporting with household tasks, light housekeeping and local shopping. The property is a two-storey home with three bedrooms, equipped with a stair lift and walk-in shower.

Strong English communication skills are essential, as the role involves coordinating medical appointments, liaising with contractors, and maintaining regular communication with family members, who visit frequently and are in daily contact.

Key Responsibilities

  • Providing day-to-day personal care and practical support

  • Assisting with personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility support where required

  • Preparing meals and supporting nutritional needs

  • Providing companionship and emotional support

  • Assisting with medication prompts and wellbeing monitoring

  • Supporting light housekeeping, laundry, and maintaining a clean environment

  • Accompanying the client to appointments or community activities if required

  • Promoting dignity, independence, comfort, and wellbeing at all times

Essential Requirements:

  • Previous experience in live-in private care, domiciliary care, care homes, or support work ideal

  • Right to work in the UK

  • Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one — we can assist)

  • Recent and checkable references

  • Compassionate, reliable, and professional approach to care

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable (but not Essential):

  • Clean driving licence and car

  • NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)

  • Medication administration or manual handling training

 Must haves:

  • Must have the right to work in the UK

  • Enhanced DBS (or happy to undertake)

  • Recent and checkable references covering last 6 years.

  • Basic IT skills for documentation purposes are beneficial.

  • Previous experience supporting elderly clients, mobility needs, etc.

  • Flexibility and reliability are highly valued.

Hours/Package:

  • Live Out Daily, Monday to Friday / Saturday 8.30am to 7.30pm with 1 hour lunch break, and rest periods throughout the day

  • Live In, start at 1.30pm - 7.30pm then start in morning 8.30am to 10.00am.

  • Self employed / salary to be discussed/determined

  • F/F bedroom with TV, bathroom and use of kitchen

  • Access to garden plus parking space

  • Alcohol, Smoke and Pet free home

Who this role would suit:

Would suit a female who enjoys a quiet life - a friendly, positive, and engaging carer with excellent listening skills. The ideal candidate will be able to uplift the client’s mood, provide meaningful companionship, and build a warm, trusting rapport. Patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to the client’s wellbeing are essential, along with prior experience in a caregiving role and a compassionate, dedicated approach. NB: *female due to personal & intimate care.

To apply, email your covering letter and CV introducing yourself to cv@ljwrecruitment.com

Live-Out Daily Housekeeper – St John’s Wood, London

We are seeking an experienced, proactive Live-Out Housekeeper to join a lovely family in a large, high-spec 5-bedroom home in St John’s Wood (set over 4 floors, no lift).

The Family
A warm, busy household with three children (one living at home). The principals travel frequently, so flexibility and independence are key.

Working Hours

  • Monday–Friday | 8:30am–5:30pm

  • Occasional evenings (up to 8pm, with later start)

  • Occasional weekend support (with time off in lieu)

Salary & Benefits

  • £50,000–£55,000 DOE (flexible for the right candidate)

  • 20 days holiday + bank holidays

  • Overtime or time off in lieu for extra hours

Key Responsibilities

  • Overall care and smooth running of the household

  • High-standard housekeeping (with support from a cleaner 3x per week)

  • Cooking healthy, Mediterranean-style meals (lunch/supper most days + occasional dinner parties)

  • Weekly shopping & household errands

  • Managing deliveries, meeting contractors & greeting guests

  • Dog care: daily walk for a friendly Labradoodle + occasional weekend/overnight care

  • Overseeing contractors and maintaining household organisation

Ideal Candidate

  • Flexible and happy to adapt to the family’s schedule

  • Positive, friendly, “can-do” attitude

  • Confident cook with an interest in healthy cuisine

  • Comfortable with dogs

  • Non-smoker

  • Strong English communication skills

  • Willing to travel to the family’s France home for 2–3 weeks (summer)

Additional

  • Occasional overnight stays when the family travels (for house/dog care) preferred

  • Kennel option available if needed

  • Trials July / Start early August 2026

Must have clear English and communication skills, have right to work in UK and DBS clearance (or happy to apply) along with longevity in previous private roles, recent and checkable references.

If you’re an organised, warm and capable housekeeper looking for a long-term role in a beautiful home, we’d love to hear from you! Email your application to cv@ljwrecruitment.com 

Daily Housekeeper / Cook - Notting Hill, London

Our client is seeking a highly professional Housekeeper/Cook, to join a young family in Notting Hill (closest tube, Notting Hill Gate or Holland Park).

The property comprises 6 floors inclusive of 4 bedrooms plus sauna/steam room and small garden, thus would require a fit and energetic Housekeeper.

While the household is relaxed and informal, high standards, reliability, flexibility and discretion are essential.

This is a newly created position and a varied role, suited to an all-rounder who can become a trusted and reliable long-term member of the household.

A working week would look like - Monday: food shopping and prep / batch cook for week ahead, and Tuesday to Friday housekeeping duties, laundry, sweeping outside etc. You will also liaise with contractors, and deal with answering door, mail, general errands etc.

Must have longevity and proven experience in a similar role, with recent and checkable references, DBS and right to work in UK with easy commuting distance to Notting Hill.

Interviews now for immediate start. Monday to Friday 45 hour week with some flexibility. Salary: £50,000–£55,000 gross pa per year plus statutory holiday entitlements.

Email your covering letter, along with resume to cv@ljwrecruitment.com