Personal Assistant / Housekeeper (with Childcare Support)

Location: West London
Start Date: Early September 2026
Position Type: Live-out
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
Salary: £22–£25 per hour, depending on experience and suitability

Overview

A warm and welcoming family of three based in West London is seeking an experienced, proactive, and highly organised Personal Assistant / Housekeeper to provide comprehensive support within their private household.

This varied role combines household management, personal assistant duties, hands-on housekeeping, and after-school childcare support. The successful candidate will play an integral role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the household while providing attentive care and support for the family's child after school.

The family would particularly welcome applications from French-speaking candidates and are seeking someone who is dynamic, energetic, adaptable, and pleasant to have around the home.

Key Responsibilities

Personal Assistant Duties

• Diary and schedule management
• Coordinating appointments and household services
• Running errands and assisting with administrative tasks
• Supporting the principals with day-to-day organisational requirements

Housekeeping & Household Management

• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation throughout the residence
• Laundry and ironing
• Wardrobe organisation and management
• Monitoring household supplies and replenishing stock as required
• Ensuring the household runs efficiently and proactively identifying areas requiring attention

Childcare Support

• School collection as required
• Providing after-school care and supervision
• Assisting with children's routines and activities
• Preparing simple meals and snacks when required
• Supporting the family with approximately 24–30 hours of childcare-related duties per week

Additional Duties

• Light family cooking as required
• Providing flexible support according to the family's changing needs
• Maintaining complete discretion and confidentiality at all times

Candidate Requirements

The ideal candidate will be:

• Fluent in French (preferred)
• Experienced in a similar private household role
• Organised, proactive, and highly trustworthy
• Professional, discreet, and service-oriented
• Comfortable working independently and taking initiative
• Flexible and adaptable to the evolving needs of a busy family
• Warm, engaging, and confident around children
• Well-presented with excellent interpersonal skills
• Reliable, energetic, and positive in their approach

This is an excellent opportunity for a capable and dedicated candidate seeking a long-term position within a respectful and appreciative family environment.