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Live-in Housekeeper

  • Location: Suffolk
  • Salary: £30000 per annum
  • Job Type:Permanent
  • Sector: Hospitality
  • Contact: Anastasiia Rozhniatovska
  • Contact Email: a.rozhniatovska@select.co.uk
  • Contact Phone: 01603 615511
  • Job Ref: SF62688
Live-in Housekeeper – Reydon, Suffolk (IP18)
Are you an experienced Housekeeper looking for a fantastic live-in role in a beautiful countryside setting? A rare opportunity has arisen to work and live on this well-maintained, extended estate as a dedicated and meticulous professional housekeeper, supporting a delightful couple to be part of their household near Southwold.

The Role
Working with another Housekeeper, you will also work alongside the House Manager/Chef and Groundsman to ensure the overall smooth running of the household.

Your responsibilities will include:
  • High-standard housekeeping, including deep cleaning, laundry, and wardrobe management
  • Ironing, including handling specialist fabrics
  • Light cooking (breakfast) and occasional assistance with entertaining
  • Feeding and caring for pets (two dogs and three cats)
  • Assisting with occasional family trips to a Scottish estate
What We’re Looking For
  • Previous experience of professional housekeeping in a private household
  • A keen eye for detail and very high standards
  • A polite, well-presented, and physically fit individual
  • A confident cook
  • Comfortable working both independently and as part of a small team
  • A non-smoker with a full driving licence
  • Someone who enjoys being around pets
The Location & Accommodation

Based on an attractive estate near the charming coastal town of Southwold, this role comes with luxury self-contained accommodation on-site. The beautifully appointed lodge features:
  • One bedroom
  • Fully fitted kitchen
  • Superfast broadband
  • 55” TV
The location is perfect for outdoor activities such as coastal walks, sea swimming, running, and cycling.

What’s on Offer
  • £30,000 per annum
  • Accommodation and all bills included
  • Pets and partners welcome
  • Monday to Friday, alternating between 6:45am and 9am starts, finishing between 6pm-7pm (with a 3-hour afternoon break)
  • Discretionary yearly bonus
This is a rare opportunity to work in a warm and welcoming household where staff are genuinely valued. If you are a dedicated Housekeeper with a passion for maintaining a beautiful home, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now to be considered for this exceptional opportunity.