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Childfriendly Housekeeper
Private household
Full time Ref: 20261249 Opened: 20/07/2026 Closes: 10/08/2026
Location
Central St Peter Port Guernsey, Channel Islands (provision of accommodation possible)
Property
Private family home
Household
2 adults (both working aged 40s/50s)
2 children (girls aged 4 and 7 both at school 8am - 3pm)
1 small, friendly dog
The Role
We are a warm and welcoming family seeking an experienced, professional Housekeeper to join our home in Guernsey. This is a full-time, position suited to someone who takes pride in maintaining a beautifully run household and enjoys working in a family environment. Accommodation may be provided.
The ideal candidate will be organised, proactive, discreet, and comfortable working independently.
Key Responsibilities
Housekeeping & Home Management
- Daily cleaning and upkeep of the home
- Deep cleaning
- Laundry, ironing, and wardrobe organisation
- Daily bed making and weekly linen changes
- Weekly towel changes
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation
Kitchen & Household Support
- Preparing family meals and/or children's meals
- Kitchen clean-up and organisation
- Occasional grocery shopping or errands (local shop)
- Maintaining organised cupboards & fridge/freezer
Outside duties
- Keeping external terrace clean
- Ground floor window cleaning
- Car & boat cleaning
Additional Duties
- Such duties necessary to maintain clean, tidy & organised home
- Occasional pet care (feeding)
- Occasional childcare or supervision when required
- Helping with occasional dinner parties
- Occasional babysitting
- Potential travel to family properties in London, Sweden, and Greece
Working Schedule
Full-time - 5 days per week
Monday To Friday
9:00 - 5:00
Flexibility is required.
Work Environment
- Working independently within the household
- Coordination with a part-time nanny (afternoon school runs and after-school activities)
- Warm family atmosphere, with a more formal tone when entertaining
Essential
Experience & Requirements
- Warm child friendly personality
- High standards and attention to detail
- Proven experience as a professional housekeeper in a private household
- Confident cooking and meal preparation skills
- Good level of spoken and written English
- Organised, trustworthy, and discreet
Desirable
- Driving licence
- Experience in family homes with children
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Accommodation may be provided
- Pension
- Discretionary bonus
We are looking for someone who has a long time horizon to become a valued and trusted member of our home - a professional who enjoys supporting a busy family while maintaining high household standards.
To apply email awidstrom@terraco.com
Call: 07739530224 Email
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