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  • Luxury Residential Cleaner
    Luxury Residential Cleaner
    11 days ago
    £13.5–£14 hourly
    Part-time
    Mayfair, Westminster

    STARTING TOMORROW Location: London Hours: 10am - 1pm 3 hours per day, 7 days per week (21 hours per week) Pay: 13.50p/h About the Role We are seeking an experienced, professional, and detail-oriented Luxury Residential Cleaner to maintain a prestigious private apartment to an exceptional standard. This is a permanent role for someone who takes genuine pride in delivering immaculate results and understands the expectations of high-end residential clients. Key Responsibilities • Clean and maintain all rooms to a luxury standard., • Dust and polish delicate and high-value surfaces with care., • Vacuum and mop all flooring using appropriate cleaning methods., • Clean and sanitise kitchens, bathrooms, and living areas., • Make beds and ensure bedrooms are presented to a hotel-quality finish., • Empty bins and replenish household essentials where required., • Report any maintenance issues or damaged items immediately., • Follow client preferences and maintain strict confidentiality., • Ensure the property is consistently presented to the highest possible standard. Essential Requirements • Previous experience cleaning luxury homes, premium apartments, hotels, or private residences., • Exceptional attention to detail., • Professional, trustworthy, and reliable., • Excellent time management and organisational skills., • Able to work independently with minimal supervision., • Strong communication skills., • Right to work in the UK. Desirable • Experience working with high-net-worth or VIP clients., • Knowledge of caring for luxury finishes, marble, natural stone, premium wood, designer furniture, and specialist appliances., • Ability to identify when specialist cleaning products and techniques are required. What We’re Looking For We’re looking for someone who notices the small details that others miss. The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic, present themselves professionally, respect client privacy, and consistently deliver a five-star standard of cleaning. If you’re passionate about excellence and have experience maintaining luxury properties, we’d love to hear from you.

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  • Private Home Full Time Live Out Housekeeper Butler All Arounder
    Private Home Full Time Live Out Housekeeper Butler All Arounder
    12 days ago
    £40000 yearly
    Full-time
    Holland Park, Kensington and Chelsea

    Full-Time Live-Out Housekeeper | Notting Hill / Holland Park Friendly family of five (two adults, two university students, one teenager) seeks an experienced, proactive, full-time live-out housekeeper, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00/5:30pm. You will ideally have: • Fluent spoken and written English (essential), • Previous experience in a private household or quality hotel/hospitality environment, • A positive, proactive attitude with excellent communication skills, • Confidence to ask questions, seek clarification, and take initiative, • Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail, • A genuine love of dogs and enjoyment of working in a busy family home Key responsibilities include: • Daily cleaning, tidying and maintaining a high household standard, • Laundry, ironing and wardrobe management, • Organising cupboards, kitchens, storage and household systems, • Labelling, inventory management and monitoring household supplies, • Coordinating tradespeople, deliveries and external service providers, • Running local errands, returns and post office visits, • Maintaining household appliances and supporting seasonal deep cleaning, • Light meal preparation and cooking (an advantage) We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys creating calm and organised spaces, can work independently, and wants to become a valued, long-term member of our household.

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  • Care / Support Worker
    Care / Support Worker
    17 days ago
    £13–£16 hourly
    Part-time
    Watford

    Please note this is a non-sponsorship Job. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. A full UK driving license is essential. The role is subject to DBS checks. General This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. You may be required to perform any other duties as the organisation may require. You undertake to work to the best of your ability and use your best endeavours to promote, develop and extend the employer's organisation and interests. Conditions All offers of employment are conditional on you demonstrating your eligibility to work in the UK. Offers are also conditional on receipt of a minimum of two satisfactory references, covering at least the last three years on employment, with any gaps in employment history being explained satisfactorily. Whether references are deemed satisfactory is at the discretion of the organisation. Convictions During the recruitment process, we will ask job applicants to disclose any unspent convictions but will not ask job applicants questions about spent convictions, nor expect them to disclose any spent convictions, unless the job is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. If the position is identified as being exempt, the applicant will be required to undergo a DBS check, and this will also form a condition of employment. The main duties and responsibilities of the role are: • To assist clients with all personal care needs including, undressing, washing, bathing and toileting needs., • To follow the care plan., • To assist clients with mobility problems and other physical disabilities, including incontinence and help in use and care of aids and personal equipment., • To support and care for clients who require End of Life Support, • To engage in the promotion of mental and physical well-being of clients through talking to them, taking them out, sharing with them in activities such as reading, writing, hobbies, and recreations., • To make and change beds and all domestic tasks within the household., • Where required, to assist with client’s laundry., • Update, maintain current, accurate, confidential records for each client., • To perform such other duties as may reasonably be required., • To always comply with the organisation’s policies and procedures, which includes the client’s care plan and medication needs., • To report to the registered manager any significant changes in the health or circumstances of a client., • To encourage clients to remain as independent as possible., • All staff are required to attend mandatory training where appropriate; this includes induction and National Vocational Qualifications or their equivalent., • To enable and assist clients to maintain on a day-to-day basis as much autonomy and independence as possible., • To support and assist clients in identifying risks and recording the support plan which minimizes and manages the identified risk, • Identify and escalate any concerns, changes or Client needs to the Registered Manager., • Record & escalate appropriately all decisions which relate to clients who lack capacity., • Involve and consult with Registered Manager to ensure that the client’s views are expressed and acted upon., • Attend reviews of care as appropriate., • Update and continually improve practice by a mutually agreed method which may include attendance at staff meetings, learning support briefings and one-to-one supervision., • Take responsibility in conjunction with line manager for identifying further learning., • Be aware of requirements regarding codes of practice and relevant codes of conduct where appropriate issued by professional bodies., • Understand the requirement of the New Fundamental Standard Regulations 9 – 20, in relation to the Care Quality Commission Inspect regime and its importance to your workplace practice., • Promote good practice and be vigilant in recognising and reporting practice which does not meet the defined standard., • To assist and contribute to any regulatory body inspection or monitoring visit., • To always act, to safeguard clients from any form of abuse and to report such concerns immediately. Personal attributes • Caring and compassionate towards people in need of care and support and those providing these services, • Respect for people suffering from a range of medical conditions with different backgrounds and beliefs to your own. Strong commitment to anti-discriminatory care practice, • Commitment to respecting the rights of clients at all times and to promoting their privacy, dignity and independence throughout their lives, • Self-motivated and keen to learn. Willing to seek guidance when needed and follow instructions, • Excellent time keeper and reliable, • Professional, smart appearance Knowledge & understanding • Good understanding of the needs of people who require care and support at home and the provision of homecare services in line with best practice, • Good understanding of the principles of high quality person centred care and support and anti-discriminatory care practice, • A relevant social care qualification or be willing to work towards one. Experience & skills • Excellent communication skills. Experience of building positive working relationships with people who use services and their families, staff and other health and social care professionals, • Ability to support clients with all aspects of their daily living in a manner that respects their dignity, is non-judgemental and promotes their independence, choices and privacy, • Experience of care services, risk assessment and individual care and support Additional requirements • Willingness to work flexibly and to keep knowledge and skills up to date, • A satisfactory criminal records check and evidence that your name is not listed as barred from working with vulnerable people, • Full drivers licence with no points, Class 1 business insurance and a current MOT.

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  • Domicilliary Carer
    Domicilliary Carer
    1 month ago
    £12.72–£19.2 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Domiciliary Carer Location: West Sussex (community-based, visiting clients in their own homes) Contract Type: Zero Hours Contract initially – moving to part time/full time when client base grows Hours: Flexible, including mornings, evenings, and weekends as required Driving: Full UK driving licence required About the Role We are looking for a compassionate and reliable Domiciliary Carer to join our team in West Sussex. You will be visiting clients in their own homes, providing person-centred care and support that enables them to live independently and with dignity. As a key part of their daily life, you’ll make a genuine difference to the wellbeing of the people you support. This is a zero hours contract, offering flexibility to suit your availability, with work available across the West Sussex area. Key Responsibilities Assisting clients with personal care, including washing, dressing, and grooming Supporting with medication prompting and administration as required Preparing meals and supporting clients with nutrition and hydration Providing companionship and emotional support Assisting with mobility and safe moving and handling Light household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and shopping Accompanying clients to appointments or social activities where needed Maintaining accurate care records and reporting any changes in a client’s condition to the care coordinator Working in accordance with individual care plans and company policies Requirements A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (essential — you will be travelling between client homes across West Sussex) A genuine passion for supporting others and making a difference Good communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to work independently and manage your own time effectively Reliability, empathy, and a professional attitude Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check Right to work in the UK Previous experience in a care or support role Desirable (but not essential) NVQ/QCF Level 2 or above in Health & Social Care What We Offer Flexible working hours to fit around your lifestyle Competitive hourly pay, with additional rates for weekends and bank holidays Paid mileage allowance Full induction and ongoing training, including manual handling and medication Support towards care qualifications A supportive and friendly team environment Regular supervision and wellbeing check-ins We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: On the road

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  • Founding Area Lead — Brand Ambassador Team
    Founding Area Lead — Brand Ambassador Team
    1 month ago
    £1000 monthly
    Full-time
    London

    Company: The Pot London Location: London Type: Self-employed opportunity Pay: Commission, bonuses and future retainer potential Start Date: Immediate / Pre-launch stage The Pot London is building its first London ambassador team, and we are looking for one confident, experienced person to come in early as a Founding Area Lead. This opportunity is for someone who can sell, lead, recruit and build momentum. The Pot London is a fresh weekly meal subscription service delivering proper home-style food to households, offices, care homes and local businesses across London. We are now building our first sales and ambassador team to help grow pre-orders, business accounts and local awareness. This is not a normal flyer role. This is an opportunity to help build the first team behind a growing London food brand. What You’ll Be Doing You will help The Pot London grow by: • Promoting our meal subscriptions to households and businesses, • Approaching offices, salons, clinics, nurseries, gyms, care homes and local businesses, • Helping secure paid pre-orders, subscription sign-ups and business enquiries, • Introducing our corporate lunch packages and tasting boxes, • Helping recruit and support new brand ambassadors, • Helping ambassadors understand the script, the offer and the correct customer approach, • Tracking leads, referrals and results so opportunities can be followed up properly, • Helping The Pot London build strong local coverage across London Who This Is Great For This opportunity would suit someone aged 18+ who is confident, organised and comfortable speaking to new people. It could be a great fit for: • Someone with sales, field sales or promotions experience, • Someone who has worked in recruitment, events, hospitality, customer service or team leadership, • A confident self-starter who wants flexible earning potential, • Someone who wants to get involved early with a growing London brand, • Someone who enjoys speaking to both households and businesses, • Someone who is good at motivating others and building a team You do not need to be perfect. You do need confidence, consistency, good communication and the ability to follow up properly. Earning Structure This is a self-employed, commission-based opportunity during the first stage. For the first 4–6 weeks, you will earn through: • Your own customer sign-ups, • Business accounts you bring in, • Corporate tasting box bookings, • Approved ambassador referrals, • Performance bonuses linked to confirmed results After the first 4–6 weeks, we will review performance. If you have shown strong results, professionalism and leadership potential, you may be offered a confirmed Area Lead position. A confirmed Area Lead position may include: • A monthly base retainer, • Team override commission, • Recruitment bonuses, • Continued personal sales commission The starting retainer will depend on performance, team activity and confirmed results. What We’re Looking For We are looking for someone who is: • Confident speaking to people face-to-face, • Comfortable approaching businesses and introducing the brand professionally, • Reliable with communication, • Able to follow up leads properly, • Able to recruit, encourage and support other ambassadors, • Professional and respectful, • Self-motivated, • Serious about earning and growing with the brand Important This is a self-employed opportunity. You choose your own schedule and approach, but all promotion must be professional, honest and respectful. We do not allow: • Pressure selling, • Misleading claims, • Harassment, • Spamming, • Aggressive behaviour How to Apply Please send a short message with: • Your name, • The area of London you can cover, • Any sales, promotion, recruitment, customer service or leadership experience you have, • Whether you are comfortable approaching businesses, • Whether you are comfortable helping recruit ambassadors, • When you can start We are looking for someone who can move quickly, take initiative and help build something from the ground up. The first people in will have the biggest opportunity to prove themselves.

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  • Travelling Butler (UHNW family)
    Travelling Butler (UHNW family)
    1 month ago
    £60000–£65000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Job Title: Travelling Butler (UHNW family) only apply if you have experience with private households. Locations: Central London & Europe Hours: Rota / Full time Salary: £65,000 Start: ASAP About the Role An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a polished, experienced, and highly professional Travelling Rota Butler to support a UHNW family across their fully staffed residences in Central London and Europe. This is a fast paced, hands on role requiring a proactive, detail-oriented individual who can deliver consistently high standards. The successful candidate will be discreet, flexible, and confident overseeing multiple properties and managing household teams. It will be a full time rota role with 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off. Potential for live in (London) and accommodation provided in Europe. Key Responsibilities Household & Property Management: • Oversee the smooth day-to-day running of multiple residences., • Maintain and update household manuals, including care of fine art and furniture., • Ensure properties are maintained to impeccable standards at all times. Staff Management: • Manage household staff (train, supervise, mentor and motivate)., • Coordinate housekeeping teams to ensure seamless operations., • Implement structured cleaning schedules, including seasonal deep cleans. Operations & Logistics: • Manage household inventories and ordering of supplies., • Liaise with suppliers, contractors, and service providers., • Prepare residences ahead of the principals arrival, including meticulous packing and unpacking. Personal & Lifestyle Support: • Wardrobe management, including garment care and travel packing., • Manage events, dinners, and guest stays., • Deliver high level food and beverage service, including table setting and service etiquette. Driving: • Drive principals, family members and guests as required. Candidate Requirements • Proven experience as a Butler within UHNW households., • Experience managing multiple residences preferred., • Exceptional attention to detail, organisational, and leadership skills., • Flexible and able to travel extensively (up to 3 months at a time in Europe)., • Willingness to on holidays (time off in lieu provided)., • Right to work in the UK and ability to travel internationally., • Full, clean driving license., • Fluent in English. Additional languages (German, French or Italian) are highly desirable., • Able to pass background checks and provide strong references

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  • Private Chef (UHNW Family)
    Private Chef (UHNW Family)
    1 month ago
    £70000–£90000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Position: Travelling Private Chef (UHNW Family) Only apply if you have experience with private household. Location: Central London Salary: £90,000 Schedule: 5 days per week with weekend flexibility Start: ASAP A distinguished UHNW family based in Central London is seeking a talented and professional Private Chef with expertise in Italian, Spanish and French cuisine. This is a live-out role in London with 1 to 3 month travel throughout the year. There will be extensive travel to Europe with the family. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare lunch and dinner daily for the family, breakfast only for the family during holidays and upon occasion., • Prepare lunch for the household staff., • Deliver consistently high quality, seasonal, and health conscious meals focused on Italian, Spanish and French culinary traditions. Knowledge in Japanese or Asian cuisine is a huge plus., • Travel with the family, ensuring kitchen and provisioning readiness across all locations., • Manage food sourcing, kitchen hygiene, and pantry stock, respecting dietary preferences and high standards., • Able to maintain a highly organised, clean kitchen., • Innovative in suggesting and preparing daily/weekly menus, with new menu suggestions for adults and children., • Ability to manage budgets., • Work closely with the family and household team to adapt menus and routines based on travel, events, and changing requirements. Schedule & Flexibility: • 5 days per week with weekend flexibility required. Two consecutive days off, Sunday & Monday., • Willingness and ability to travel., • While abroad, a private studio apartment and vehicle will be provided. Ideal Candidate: • Proven experience as a Private Chef in high-profile, private households is desirable., • Previous experience as Head Chef in high tier restaurants., • Specialised in Italian, Spanish or French cuisine with a refined, modern touch., • Additional knowledge in Japanese or Asian cuisine is a bonus., • Highly professional, discreet, well presented, and enthusiastic., • Very organised, adaptable, and able to work under pressure in fast paced environments.

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