Full-Time Private Housekeeper in Wexcombe, Marlborough SN8
Salary: £38,000–£40,000 gross per year
Location: Wexcombe, Marlborough SN8
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
Benefits: 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
About the Role
We’re looking for a reliable, proactive, and detail-focused Housekeeper to join the team at a beautiful private country estate in Wexcombe, Wiltshire. This is a full-time, permanent role within a respectful and well-organised household, where high standards, discretion, and teamwork are genuinely valued.
You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day care and presentation of the main residence, working as part of a small, friendly household team to ensure the property is always maintained to an exceptional standard. The estate is supported by a House Manager and other household staff, and you’ll work collaboratively to keep everything running smoothly and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
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Daily housekeeping across all areas of the home, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and deep cleaning as required
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Laundry management, including washing, ironing, steaming, and pressing clothes and linens
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Wardrobe organisation and care of fine fabrics, delicate materials, and couture garments
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Making and changing beds, turning down rooms, and ensuring guest rooms are always immaculate
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Polishing silver, brass, and glassware, and caring for antiques and high-value items with the correct methods
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Keeping household supplies well-stocked and organised, liaising with the House Manager for reordering as needed
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Maintaining cleanliness in kitchens and bathrooms to a high standard
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Assisting with table setting, serving at informal family meals, or helping during occasional events if required
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Reporting any maintenance issues promptly and helping to coordinate contractors or deliveries where necessary
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Assisting with general household organisation, including inventories, storage systems, and seasonal rotations
The Ideal Candidate
We’re looking for a professional and conscientious housekeeper who takes real pride in their work. You’ll be someone with a keen eye for detail, who enjoys creating a calm, well-presented environment and understands the rhythms of a private household.
The ideal candidate will be:
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Experienced in high-end private housekeeping or luxury hotel environments
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A team player with a positive, can-do attitude
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Highly organised, trustworthy, and discreet
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Able to manage their own workload efficiently and take initiative where needed
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Comfortable handling fine furnishings, antiques, and specialist materials
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Due to the rural location it would be beneficial if you were a driver with your own car, but not essential
This is a wonderful opportunity for someone looking for a long-term housekeeping role within a warm and well-run private estate. If you’re looking to join a respectful household where high standards are appreciated and good work is recognised, we’d love to hear from you.