Full Time Housekeeper Job in Belgravia, Greater London

TEMPORARY FULL-TIME LIVE-OUT HOUSEKEEPER JOBBELGRAVIA | LONDON | GBSALARY: £22 – £25 PER HOUR GROSS (SELF-EMPLOYED)PHS JOB 3580A distinguished opportunity has arisen for an experienced, energetic, and highly capable Housekeepers to join a beautifully appointed four-storey private residence in the heart of Belgravia, on a temporary summer placement. This exceptional household is set within one of London's most prestigious addresses, and the successful candidates will work alongside an established household team, including a Chauffeur and a private Chef.Working in rotation, the two Housekeepers will maintain the property to an exceptionally high, formal standard throughout, with particular attention required for the arrival of house guests expected from mid-August, staying for approximately 2 weeks. The principal is highly discerning and values calm, capable professionals who require minimal guidance — this is a role for confident, self-sufficient individuals who take genuine pride in maintaining an immaculate home without close supervision.This is initially a two to three month temporary placement, with strong potential for extension depending on the household's evolving needs. The successful candidates will be engaged on a self-employed basis, working in rotating shifts (morning or afternoon) across a standard 40-hour week with a lunch break included.Type: Temporary, Full-Time, Live-Out, Self-Employed (working in rotation)Working Days: Full-time, rotating shift pattern (morning or afternoon shift)Working Hours: 8–12 hours per shift Language: English; Tagalog strongly preferredSalary: £22 – £25 per hour gross, self-employedLocation: Belgravia, London (SW1X)Household: Principal and daughter in residence, with guests arriving mid-August for approximately two weeksStarting Date: ASAPDuration: 2-3 months The Duties:Maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and presentation throughout a four-storey private residence, including all bedrooms, bathrooms, reception rooms, and communal areasWorking confidently and independently, using initiative and requiring minimal guidance or trainingFull silver service and the specialist care of fine surfaces and formal tablewareComprehensive wardrobe and garment management, including sorting, hand-washing, and full garment care — not limited to packing and unpackingPreparing the property to an immaculate standard ahead of guest arrivals, particularly from mid-AugustWorking collaboratively in rotation with a second Housekeeper to ensure full daily coverage of the householdLiaising professionally with the household's existing team, including the Chauffeur and ChefMaintaining absolute discretion, calm professionalism, and a low-key, unobtrusive presence within the householdMinimal Requirements:Significant private household Housekeeping experience, ideally within formal, high-standard residencesComfortable working with minimal supervision and full independence from day oneTwo excellent, checkable references from previous private household employersConversational and written English; Tagalog strongly preferredValid right to work in the United KingdomEnergetic and physically capable of working across a multi-storey property with high ceilings

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