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Job Description for a Housekeeper Companion Based in Loughton, Essex Position: Permanent Job Reference: MD778 Job Title: Housekeeper Companion Location: Loughton, Essex Pets: None Salary: £18-20 gross per hour Start Date: July 2025 Hours Required: Monday to Friday 10am to 3pm Driver: Prefer driver, though not essential Summary: We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and detail-oriented Housekeeper Companion to support a very independent elderly couple in their 90s. This part-time role is based in a well-kept 3-bedroom semi-detached home with a bathroom, lounge, kitchen, and garden. The ideal candidate will take pride in maintaining a clean and organised home environment, while also offering light companionship and practical daily support. This is a perfect opportunity for someone with a gentle, kind, and happy demeanour, who enjoys building relationships and supporting older adults in maintaining their dignity and independence. Fluency in Greek is advantageous (as the couple are Greek), but not essential for the right person who can communicate with warmth and patience. Key Responsibilities Housekeeping: Perform thorough and regular cleaning of all rooms (kitchen, lounge, bathroom, bedrooms), hoovering, dusting, washing floors, and ironing. Laundry and Washing: Manage washing and ironing of clothes and linens. Meal Support: Assist with preparing and cooking meals or support the lady of the house in the kitchen, as she enjoys cooking. Companionship: Spend time with the couple, offering conversation, a friendly presence, and general emotional support. Light Assistance: Support with practical tasks like changing light bulbs or fetching shopping, which have become more challenging for them. Outings & Walks: Accompany the lady of the house on short local walks or assist with light errands. Requirements Experience in housekeeping, elderly care, or companion roles (formal or informal). Kind, patient, and friendly personality, with a positive and respectful attitude. Ability to encourage independence rather than take over tasks unnecessarily. Trustworthy and reliable, with good references. Ability to work unsupervised and use initiative. Basic understanding of elderly wellbeing, including medication reminders and monitoring. Fluent in English with strong communication skills. Desirable: Previous experience working with elderly individuals or in domiciliary support. A background in cleaning roles with a focus on detail and hygiene. Basic cooking skills or enjoyment of food preparation. Benefits Meaningful and rewarding role supporting a wonderful couple in maintaining their lifestyle. Regular working hours (daily visits), with opportunity to build a trusted, long-term relationship. Friendly and respectful home environment. Supportive family in the background ensuring open communication and continuity. Opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of two elderly people who value their independence and companionship. HomeOrganisers Ltd acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent position. Along with your CV, you must also have an up to date DBS or be willing to obtain, along with a minimum of 2 last / current employer professional referees that are immediately contactable. Apply for this job Please quote job reference number MD778
🏡 Full-Time Housekeeper with Cooking Skills We are seeking a reliable and experienced full-time Housekeeper with the ability to prepare healthy meals. This is a long-term position. Responsibilities include general cleaning, laundry, and preparing healthy meals. Must have proven experience and references. Should be skilled in caring for different fabrics, including delicate items, with strong attention to detail. Key Responsibilities - Perform daily housekeeping duties: hoovering, mopping, dusting, wiping surfaces, and cleaning bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and living areas. - Handle laundry and linen care, including light ironing and wardrobe organization. - Maintain tidy and well-organized storage areas, cupboards, and wardrobes. - Monitor and manage household supplies: track cleaning products and toiletries, restock items as needed. - Receive deliveries (e.g., Amazon, grocery orders, Deliveroo). - Prepare healthy, home-cooked meals as part of daily duties. Requirements - Previous experience as a housekeeper/cleaner or in a similar domestic role. - Ability to cook nutritious meals confidently and independently. - Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. - Proficient in English. - Knowledge of proper care for various fabrics and delicate items. - Familiarity with a wide range of cleaning techniques and products. - Must have valid eligibility to work in the UK. Position Details - Location: Swiss Cottage, London - Employment Type: Full-Time - Schedule: 6 days per week, 8 hours per day - Salary: £15 per hour - Start Date: ASAP
We are a gay couple living between Dagenham East and Romford London and are looking for a nurturing and experienced full-time live in nanny to care for our 1 year old baby girl called Miley. Looking to start from 25th August 2025. We will provide you with a room and food free of charge and pocket money for the care of the child. Or if you prefer live out nanny that can be arranged. Looking for 5 days a week from 9 till 5pm from Monday to Friday. The ideal candidate must be warm, engaging, and confident in supporting a young child’s early development. A good knowledge of age-appropriate routines, weaning, and sleep schedules is important. A nanny who can cook healthy and nutritious meals for the child. It would be a bonus if you spoke Russian. Duties include: full care of the baby during the day planning and engaging in age-appropriate developmental activities preparing and cooking healthy meals for the child maintaining the child’s routine and sleep schedule keeping the nursery and play areas clean and organised light housekeeping related to the child Requirements: Current Paediatric First Aid Current Enhanced DBS UK Work Permit
Live-in nanny + housekeeper + chef Hello, We are looking for some help for our family of 3 in NW10 London, and looking for a live-in nanny + housekeeper + chef. We live in a beautifully renovated, large house (15min walk distance of Queens Park) where you will have your own large bedroom + ensuite bathroom (shower, toilet) on the 1st floor. We have a south-facing garden and a friendly cat. Tube and overground are 5 and 8min walking distance. 6 months minimum. 28 days per year holiday (paid) pro rata (including bank holidays). You must have the right to live and work in the UK, and will provide a background check (DBS) upon request. No smokers. Start date: first week of July. The role: 23h of childminding per week: feeding, dressing up, playing, bathing, dropping / picking up from nursery (20min walk) 6h of cleaning / ironing / housekeeping per week 4h of cooking / meal prep per week Total: 33h per week: 6.30am - 10am and 4.30pm - 7pm Monday to Friday, and 6.30am - 9.30am on Saturdays £12.50/ hour + accommodation and food (£74.62 weekly deduction for accommodation) Paid monthly. Please apply by email. We respond within 24h. Thank you