Weekend Nannies - Kensington, London (JOB ON HOLD)

Our client is seeking Weekend nannies to assist with the care of 4 children aged 2 yrs old to 12 years old. A fully staffed formal household, the family are seeking 2 Nannies to be on duty and work together.

This is a demanding role for a highly organised, energetic and capable childcare professional who can confidently manage busy and active days. You will be educated, reliable and confident with sole and shared charge.

You will also be used to getting around London taking children to their activities, along with support with any additional homework requirements, educational games, musical instruments etc.

Must have recent and checkable references as a Nanny, right to work in UK, and Enhanced DBS.

Hours: Saturday & Sunday start 8am to 8pm, with flexibility around families schedule.

Salary based on self employed status £30 - £35 gross per hour, or PAYE contract with pro-rata statutory entitlements £28 - £30 gross p/hour. Start ASAP. Email full work history and resume to cv@ljwrecruitment.com

Daily Formal Housekeeper - Kensington, London

We are seeking an experienced and professional Housekeeper to join a team of four within a large, formally managed family residence in Kensington. Spanning five principal floors, this substantial household requires a dedicated team player who will work collaboratively with the existing domestic staff to maintain the highest standards of care and presentation.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, take great pride in their work, and demonstrate exceptional attention to detail. A flexible and proactive approach is essential, with a willingness to go above and beyond when required to ensure the smooth running of the household’s day to day operations. The family have other nearby properties and one in Surrey, whereby a member of the domestic team is transported to clean one day a week, therefore your flexibility to travel to any one of these properties is also key.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Providing an exceptional standard of service to the family and their guests.

• To be able follow the instructions provided by the principals/guests/management and report to the House Manager

• The day to day running and working in all areas of housekeeping, to deliver the highest level of personal service to the principal.

• Maintaining stock control and rotation of all household items.

• Assist with Trip planning and packing/unpacking for the principals.

• Must be comfortable working around children

• Follow and complete all departmental SOPs, Systems and duties to the exceptional household standards expected.

• Responding to any other ad hoc duties as required by the family – a high level of amenability and flexibility is required.

Hours & Salary

• Monday – Friday between either 8am – 6pm or 9am – 7pm

• £55 - £60,000 gross pa DOE

• PAYE contract and Statutory Entitlements

Start ASAP. Must have current DBS or willing to apply, recent and checkable references and right to work in UK. Email full work history and resume to cv@ljwrecruitment.com

P/T Laundress - Kensington, London

We are seeking an experienced and professional Laundress to join a team of four housekeepers within a large, formally managed family residence in Kensington. Spanning five principal floors, this substantial household requires a dedicated team player who will work collaboratively with the existing domestic staff to maintain the highest standards of care and presentation.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, take great pride in their work, and demonstrate exceptional attention to detail. A flexible and proactive approach is essential, with a willingness to go above and beyond when required to ensure the smooth running of the households’ laundry.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Providing an exceptional standard of service to the family and their guests.

• To be able follow the instructions provided by the principals/guests/management and report to the House Manager

• The day to day running and working in all areas of the laundry (washing, pressing, sorting, spot cleaning, minor repairs and dry cleaning).

• Full ownership of the care and washing of the principals clothing, dry cleaning linen and towels.

• Liaising with the Principal’s to ensure wardrobes and other requirements are well taken care of.

• Wardrobe Management and Organising - Managing all day-to-day items and a high-end shoe collection. Maintaining of all drawers and wardrobes.

• Guiding the housekeeper’s assistance within the laundry.

• Assisting with housekeeping duties when required, supporting members of the operational house team to deliver the highest level of personal service to the principal.

• Maintaining stock control and rotation of all laundry items.

• Assist with Trip planning and packing/unpacking for the principals.

• Must be comfortable working around children

• Follow and complete all departmental SOPs, Systems and duties to the exceptional household standards expected.

• Responding to any other ad hoc duties as required by the family – a high level of amenability and flexibility is required.

Hours & Salary

• Monday – Friday between 9am – 1pm / 2pm

• Hourly rate of £25 - £27 gross per hour DOE

• Total hours 20 – 25 hours per week depending on candidate availability

• PAYE contract and Statutory Entitlements pro-rata

Start ASAP. Must have current DBS or willing to apply, recent and checkable references and right to work in UK. Email full work history and resume to cv@ljwrecruitment.com

Housekeeper team required - Kensington, London

Our private client is looking for a formally trained senior housekeeper, an assistant housekeeper and a junior Housekeeper with minimum 5 - 10 years previous experience in London prime properties, or experience working within 5* luxury hotels or private residences reporting to a House Manager.

You will work on rota within a small domestic team, and comply with such instructions consistent with the position reporting to Head Housekeeper, and subsequently the House Manager.

The housekeeper will be a good team player and used to supervise staff and equally join the team in a hands on housekeeping and cleaning capacity.

You will be organised with a real eye for details, taking pride in your job and willing to go the extra mile, ensuring exceptional housekeeping services. Must be comfortable working around children and family pets.

Must have an understanding and experience handling high fashion and all associated laundry and wardrobe management ie pressing, storing, organising, packing suitcases, unpacking etc.

Working pattern, Holiday and Overtime

• Working Week: 5 days per week / 2 days off

• Hours: Housekeeping service runs between 7am to 9pm, and split across 3 different shifts, each up to 9 hour shifts - as follows:

  • 1st shift of the day starts Early 7am - 3pm

  • 2nd shift of the day starts Middle 9am - 6pm

  • 3rd shift of the day starts Afternoon/Eve 1pm - 9pm

Salary and Package

• Salary £35,000 to £55,000 gross pa DOE

• Additional day of holiday in lieu if any additional days are worked

• Statutory holiday entitlement of 20 days annual leave plus English Bank and Public Holidays

• Enrolment to the workplace pension scheme

Must have:

• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to supervise and motivate a team

• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure whilst maintaining high standards of cleanliness

• Right to work in UK, current Enhanced DBS (or willing to undertake) and recent and checkable references

To apply, please email your CV including full work history to cv@ljwrecruitment.com 

Daily Housekeeper - Virginia Water, Surrey

Seeking 2 x highly experienced full - time daily housekeepers required to join a team in a newly refurbished property for an UHNW client relocating from overseas.

This is an Ultra-high spec property thus candidates must have a high level of cleaning skills, a good eye for detail, excellent laundry skills and be flexible with their hours. No cooking required.

Full - time rota. 9 – 5 pm (hours may vary). 45 hour week. Over - time paid. Salary £45,000 - £50, 000 gross per annum DOE. 

An up-to-date CV, written references & proof of right to work in the UK essential, and happy to obtain a DBS check.

Driver an advantage & own car. Private parking on - site available. 

Immediate start. Email cv@ljwrecruitment.com