Live-in or Live-out All-Rounder

Location: Melton, Suffolk
Salary: Circa £50,000 GPA
Start Date: Anytime before July
Job Reference: EHS #9161

Schedule:

Flexibility is required, based on approximately 50 hours per week, with one evening of babysitting weekly. Typical hours may include 7am–5pm, 9am–7pm, or 10am–8pm.

Accommodation (if live-in):

A newly refurbished two-bedroom cottage located approximately 10 minutes from the main residence.

Overview:

A warm, friendly family based in Suffolk are seeking a long-term All-Rounder to become a valued part of their household. The family are looking for someone who will stay for many years and grow with them as the role evolves over time.

The family have three children a 5-year-old boy at school, a 3-year-old girl in nursery, and a 4-month-old baby boy and are seeking a confident, experienced candidate who is comfortable managing multiple children in a busy family environment.

The role is a mix of shared and independent care, with the parents often present, so the ideal candidate must be happy to follow parental lead when required, whilst also being confident working autonomously.

A key focus of the role is maintaining a well-run, organised household to a high standard, with strong emphasis on housekeeping ownership and creating structure and order within the home.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the care and supervision of three young children (B5, G3, B4 months)
• Preparing and cooking fresh, healthy meals for the children and family
• Assisting with daily routines including school/nursery runs, activities, and bedtime
• Providing a positive, engaging, and energetic presence within the home
• Taking full ownership of housekeeping duties including cleaning, laundry, organisation, and maintaining order throughout the household
• Supporting general household tasks including dog walking, light gardening, and family support as needed
• Ensuring the home is consistently well-presented and running smoothly
• Travelling with the family and providing overnight support when required

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Strong ability to care for multiple children of different ages
• Confident driver with own car
• Flexible and proactive approach to working hours
• Strong cooking skills and interest in preparing fresh, healthy meals
• Comfortable with dogs
• Willingness to support a mix of childcare, housekeeping, and general household tasks
• Positive, fun, and engaging personality
• Open to occasional overnight stays and family travel
• Strong organisational skills with ability to take ownership of household routines