Job Description

for a Part Time Housekeeper based in Alton, Hampshire
Position: Permanent
Job Reference: DB913
Job Title: Housekeeper
Location: Alton, Hampshire
Number of Children: G9 and G15
Pets: A Fluffy Ragdoll
Salary: 18 to 20 gross per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Hours Required: 2days per week, ideally - Monday and Thursday - 3 hours each day. Total 6 hours
Driver: Yes, and must have own car
Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Housekeeper to join a warm, relaxed, and friendly family home on a long-term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is proactive, trustworthy, and takes pride in maintaining a clean, organised, and supportive household environment. The ideal candidate will be friendly, confident, and comfortable working both independently and alongside mum on occasion.
Key Responsibilities

• Full housekeeping duties for a 3-bedroom home, including cleaning, tidying, and general upkeep
• Running errands such as shopping, collecting prescriptions, visiting the bank or post office
• Making and changing beds, laundry management, and basic garment repairs (sewing/mending)
• Refilling household products and organising cupboards
• Occasional light gardening (e.g., weeding and planting in a small easily maintained garden)
• Pet care - brushing and grooming the family cat during summer months
• School runs and club collections for a 9-year-old (occasional)
• Assisting with heavy lifting and shopping tasks
• Light administrative support - including gift buying and wrapping
• Rare assistance with children's homework or school projects
• Potential for extra hours during school holidays, including helping to supervise children on outings

Requirements

• Proven experience in housekeeping or similar roles
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Friendly, approachable personality with good communication skills
• Comfortable working independently and taking initiative
• Flexible and adaptable to family needs
• Trustworthy, reliable, and punctual
• Confident driver with access to a vehicle preferred
• Willingness to commit to a long-term, stable position
• Must be happy to interact with a sociable and outgoing household

Benefits

• Warm and welcoming family environment
• Long-term, stable employment opportunity
• High level of independence and autonomy in your role
• Supportive and relaxed working atmosphere
• Opportunity to genuinely become a valued part of the household

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 DB913
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