Job Title: Housekeeper/PA
Location: Beckenham, London
Days/Hours: Monday–Friday | 07:30–12:30 (25 hours per week)
Salary: £18 per hour (gross)
Start Date: ASAP

Overview

A busy self-employed creative based in Beckenham is seeking a highly organised and proactive PA/Housekeeper to provide dual support across household management and personal assistance. This varied role combines home organisation, children’s morning routine, household care, and brand/product management, ensuring everything runs smoothly and remains well-presented. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, flexible, and capable of balancing hands-on housekeeping with admin and lifestyle support.

Key Responsibilities:

Children’s Morning Routine (Approx. 07:30–08:30)

• Wake-up, prepare, and take children on the school run (10-minute walk)

Housekeeping Duties

• Daily: general tidying, clearing children’s spaces, wiping surfaces, maintaining common areas
• Weekly: deep cleaning of all rooms, high-touch surfaces, appliances, windows/blinds (as feasible), and hard-to-reach areas
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of special product spaces and studio

Laundry & Linens

• Wash, dry, and fold laundry twice weekly
• Change bed linens weekly (including Fridays) for fresh bedding

Cooking & Meal Prep

• Prepare simple, healthy meals 1–2 days per week

Trash & Recycling

• Ensure bins and recycling are put out on Wednesdays

Admin & Household Support

• Handle returns, open and organise mail
• Grocery shopping and ordering household supplies
• Maintain inventories for wardrobe, kitchen, and household essentials

Wardrobe & Product Management

• Unpack, organise, and manage product deliveries
• Maintain wardrobe (folding, hanging, steaming/ironing, caring for delicate items)
• Track and process gifted/promotional items, returns, and exchanges
• Organise accessories, shoes, and ensure products/outfits are prepared in advance

Schedule & Brand Support

• Stay informed of calendar, events, and shoots
• Assist with preparation of displays, backdrops, and product organisation

General Support & Errands

• Run local errands as required
• Maintain a well-presented and organised household environment
• Be flexible and adaptable to respond to last-minute changes

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience in private households
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to multitask between household duties, admin, and wardrobe/product care
• Confident cooking skills for simple, healthy meals
• Discreet, professional, and flexible with a proactive approach
• Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Looking for a long-term position with a supportive family