A friendly family of four in Harpenden, Hertfordshire is looking for an experienced, reliable housekeeper to help keep their home running smoothly, while also supporting with after-school care for their two young children (a four-year-old girl and her two-year-old brother). Both children attend school and nursery during the day.
The family live in a modern new-build home, ideally located close to Harpenden town. They would like someone who can balance general housekeeping with school and nursery pick-ups, followed by caring for the children until their parents return from work.
Working hours:
• Monday to Friday
• 14.30 – 18.30 (20 hours/week)
• Collect children at around 18.00, then provide a light snack and occupy them until their parents arrive home
Household responsibilities will include:
• General tidying and organising around the home
• Cleaning all rooms to a high standard
• Family laundry (clothes and bedding) and ironing
• Changing beds regularly
• Putting away household shopping
• Running errands (e.g., dry cleaning, post office)
• Preparing simple batch meals for the children
A fully insured car is essential for pick-ups and errands (duty mileage will be reimbursed).
The family is hoping to find someone warm, trustworthy, and kind – someone who enjoys being around children and will bring a positive, supportive presence to their home.
If this role sounds like a great match for you, please apply below.
Location of the job: Harpenden, Hertfordshire
Minimum experience Level for this job: Two years
Details of any training needed for this job: Enhanced DBS (update) and 12 hour Paediatric First Aid
Details of any qualifications needed for this job: None, but experience essential
Days and hours of work: Monday-Friday, 14.30-18.30 (20 hours/week)
Pets in the home: No
Job Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £18,720 gross per annum / mutually agreed overtime to be paid at £18 gross/hour
This is a permanent job
Full Name of Employment Agency: Harlyn Services Limited T/A Harmony at Home Hertfordshire
Contact details: Jo – 01707 444240 / jo@harmonyathome.co.uk
Please apply via the ‘Apply for job’’ button. This job has an ID code of: 861260
For all roles with children and the vulnerable, you must have an up-to-date enhanced eDBS certificate which is registered on the update service, a 12 hour Paediatric First Aid Certificate and a minimum of two professional referees who are happy for you to share their contact details to our recruiters. One of your references must be your current or last employer and both references must be immediately contactable. We also recommend that you have appropriate personal insurance.
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