The household

A discreet, established private household in Chelsea seeks an experienced housekeeper to take a senior role in the day-to-day running of the principal residence. The household is calm, professional, and well managed, with a small team of long-standing staff. Family in residence intermittently; the role suits a candidate who is comfortable working both alongside the family and in their absence.

The role

The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the immaculate presentation and care of the principal residence — managing all aspects of housekeeping, the careful upkeep of fine fabrics, finishes, and furniture, and supporting the smooth daily running of the household. The role calls for a confident, self-directed professional with strong judgement and a quiet, considered presence.

Key responsibilities

• Daily cleaning, presentation, and care of the principal residence to a consistently high standard
• Specialist care of fine fabrics, finishes, artwork, antiques, and furniture
• Laundry, ironing, pressing, and care of the principal’s formal wardrobe
• Management of household supplies, linen rotation, and inventory
• Liaison with contractors, deliveries, and other members of the household team
• Maintaining absolute discretion and confidentiality at all times

The candidate

You are an experienced private household housekeeper with a verifiable track record of working at the highest standard, ideally within Central or prime Central London. You bring a calm, professional presence to the household and are comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. You have a genuine eye for detail, a respect for fine things, and an understanding that discretion is a defining quality of this work.

Essential requirements

• Right to work in the United Kingdom
• Demonstrable experience in a comparable private household role
• Verifiable references covering recent employment
• Enhanced DBS check, or willingness to undertake one
• Excellent attention to detail and high personal standards
• Discretion and the ability to operate confidentially within the principal’s home

The package

Salary £55,000 – £65,000 gross per annum, depending on experience. Live-out position based in Chelsea, with standard annual leave entitlement. Working pattern Monday to Friday, with occasional flexibility required around the family’s diary.

Applying

Applications are reviewed personally by one of our founders. If your experience appears suitable, we will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail. Suitable applicants may then be invited to complete our full Candidate Registration Form as part of the next stage of the process.

All applications are treated in complete confidence.