Housekeeper / Family PA
Rural Surrey (Farnham) – Full-Time, Live-In (Separate Accommodation Provided)
Private family based in Farnham, Surrey, seeking an experienced, organised and proactive Housekeeper / Family PA to oversee the smooth day-to-day running of their home.
Father and three teenage daughters (aged 14, 17 and 19), + mid sized friendly dog ( not ‘hands on’ childcare). Varied role suited to someone who enjoys working independently and takes pride in creating a well-managed environment.
Live-in basis and includes a newly refurbished, fully private two-bedroom cottage within the grounds. All bills are included, and a car is available. Current housekeeper (for 7 years) is available for handover period
The Role
This role covers aspects of housekeeping, family support, dog care and light PA duties.
Household Management
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Managing / maintaining the main living areas – especially kitchen / diner / utility etc
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Laundry (washing, ironing and wardrobe organisation)
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Weekly house clean and as required daily to maintain tidy spaces.
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Seasonal preparation organisation – (Christmas / easter / party / summer pool house etc)
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Managing household supplies and co ordinating recurring tradesman support ( eg window cleaning / gardeners)
Cooking & Food Management
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Weekly meal planning and associated food shopping / deliveries
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Preparing 2–3 family meals per week
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Batch cooking for weekends and occasional guests
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Larder / freezer organisation and stock rotation
Family Support – driving and being present
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School pick-ups (2–3 per week) in the mid to late afternoons
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Activity drop-offs and collections – slightly higher frequency in school holidays
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Errands into local town etc and lifts to / from places ( e.g. station) - all local
Dog Care
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Daily walk - various local options (approximately 1 hour)
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Feeding and general care ( e.g. groomers and vet appointments)
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Occasional pet sitting during weekends or holidays when family away
PA & Administrative Duties
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Managing household emails and bills (as required)
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Booking appointments and household services
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Birthday and small event planning & organisation / presents etc
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Holiday research and travel booking support
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General Admin support e.g. vehicles taxed / MOT etc .
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Minor house projects ( e.g. new photo books or pictures framing etc).
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:
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Highly organised and detail-oriented
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Warm, discreet, proactive and trustworthy
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Confident around teenagers and comfortable with dogs
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Experienced in a similar private household role
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A confident driver with a full, clean driving licence (essential)
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DBS checked (or willing to obtain one)
Please note:
This role is not suitable for candidates with pets or children living with them.
Couples are welcome to apply, provided one partner has their own separate employment
Details
Full-time, Monday–Friday c 40 hour week approx. 9am to 6pm with lunch break and flexibility required as some weeks quieter and some weeks busier
Live-in position with separate, private two-bedroom cottage
All accommodation and household bills included
Rural location – driving essential
Competitive, negotiable salary depending on experience
Start date flexible – late spring to summer
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you would be well suited to this position
