All-Rounder/Domestic Couple for Private Household (Live-out)
Hours | Monday - Friday, 9 - 5pm
Location | Notting Hill, London, UK
Salary | £110,000, DOE
Overview
A private family in Notting Hill, London, is seeking a dedicated and discreet Live-out All-Rounder Domestic Couple to manage both housekeeping and maintenance duties. The position requires a high level of attention to detail, ensuring that household is always maintained to the highest standard. Driving is essential for this position (at least one individual must hold valid UK driving licence).
The ideal couple will be proactive, efficient, and capable of handling a wide range of tasks, demonstrating exceptional service standards. A warm and friendly demeanour is key, as the household is informal and welcoming. Experience as a Domestic Couple in a similar setting is preferred but a willingness to adapt to a less formal setting is also important.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Domestic Couple to achieve a healthy work-life balance with a Monday-to-Friday schedule, along with the benefit of living offsite.
Job duties
Responsibilities of the All-Rounder/Domestic Couple in Notting Hill include:
Housekeeping
- Daily cleaning, laundry, ironing, and wardrobe management
- Maintaining the household to a high standard of cleanliness and organisation
- Care for valuable furnishings and delicate materials
- Oversee inventory management and ensure household supplies are well-stocked
Maintenance
- General upkeep of the property, ensuring all systems are in good working order
- Conduct minor repairs and troubleshooting or liaise with contractors when necessary
- Ensure outdoor areas are maintained and tidy
- Manage basic household systems such as heating, lighting, and security
- Assist with any ad-hoc maintenance or projects that may arise
Driving
- Safely transport Principals/guests to and from the airport and other locations
- Perform various errands such as delivering packages and picking up items as directed
- Keep the car clean, refuelled, and in good working condition, arranging for servicing and repairs as needed
- Drive carefully and professionally
- Plan efficient routes to minimise travel time whilst prioritising passenger safety and comfort
- Engage in conversation with passengers when appropriate and respect their preferences for quiet or discussion
Additional responsibilities
- Coordinate with external contractors
- Maintain a discreet and respectful presence
- Manage schedules and general household organisation as needed
- Ensure a high level of discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism at all times
- Perform occasional gardening tasks, requiring basic knowledge of plant care, landscaping, and garden upkeep
Candidates must be/have:
- Prior experience working as a Domestic Couple or in similar household positions
- Excellent housekeeping and maintenance skills
- Highly proactive, organised, and detail-oriented
- Strong communication skills, able to work seamlessly as a team
- Discreet and trustworthy, maintaining a high level of confidentiality
- At least one individual in the couple must hold a valid UK driving licence
- Must have the legal right to work in the UK
- Ability to manage time effectively and work independently with minimal supervision
- A flexible and adaptable attitude towards working hours and duties
Accommodation
No accommodation is provided.
Location
Near Notting Hill Gate, London.
The position is live-out, so candidates must reside within 40 minutes of the property.
Hours
Full-time hours. Monday to Friday, 9 – 5pm.
Working hours to be discussed with the family, but generally during standard working hours (with flexibility for occasional special events or needs). Time off in lieu given when the family is not around.
Salary
£110,000 (combined).
Dependent on experience.
Job ref
CP792: All-Rounder / Domestic Couple in Notting Hill, London.