Western family living in Guernsey looking for a maid

Maid – Private Family Home (Guernsey)

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 (delightful girls aged 5 and 8 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 beautiful 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 will be provided.

The ideal candidate will be organised, proactive, discreet, caring, enjoys cooking 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

· 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 – 6 days per week

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

Experience & Requirements

Essential:

• 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:

• Experience in family homes with children