Temporary Private Housekeepers – Virginia Water/Mayfair

Category:
Shore Based Jobs
Position:
Villa / Residence Staff
Salary:
£20.00 - £25.00 Per Hour
Location:
London, United Kingdom
Job posted:
June 26, 2026

Silver Swan has recently placed a team of summer housekeepers for a longstanding client's family visit to the UK, and they have decided to expand the team even further, creating another opportunity for three experienced housekeepers.

The client maintains two main properties in London and Surrey, so flexibility to work between both locations is required. This temporary position offers an opportunity to support the smooth running of prestigious households in London and Surrey while gaining experience working in UHNW environments.

You must be eligible to work in the UK with your own accommodation. No accommodation is provided.

Yacht stewardess experience is preferred.

Responsibilities:

  • Cleaning, laundry, and ironing tasks to maintain the residences' cleanliness and tidiness
  • Collaborating effectively within a team of housekeepers to ensure efficient operations
  • Reporting any issues, repairs, or stock shortages promptly to the house manager for resolution
  • Performing detailed dusting and polishing of treated surfaces, including marble and delicate materials

Ideal Candidate:

  • Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK. Sponsorship is not provided.
  • You must have your own accommodation and transport
  • Must have full availability until the end of July / August
  • Flexibility to work between London and Surrey is essential
  • Be able to work a 6-day working week

Package:

  • Start Date: ASAP till the end of July
  • Salary: £20 – £25 per hour
  • Temporary Contract
  • Working Schedule: 6 days per week, 9 hours per day, working in rotation with other housekeepers. Weekend cover will be required as needed.

Job Status: LIVE

Responsible Consultant: Philippa Smith

Work Experience Requirements:

All applicants must have previous experience in working on a Yacht.

Language Requirements:

Good knowledge of the English language is required.

Certificates and Qualifications:

A valid STCW Basic Safety Training certificate is required from all applicants. Please sign up for an STCW course and obtain the certificate if you don't have it yet.