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Job Description for Housekeeper - Full-Time - Chobham, Surrey Position: Permanent Job Reference: DB1005 Job Title: Housekeeper (Dog Care) Location: Chobham, Surrey (near Woking) Children: Four children aged 12 to 22 (largely independent, youngest at boarding school) Pets: Two dogs Salary: £45,000 to £50,000 gross per annum, depending on experience Hours Required: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with flexibility required Start Date: September Driver: Yes, car provided for use on duty Overview A friendly, down-to-earth family based in Chobham is seeking a reliable and proactive full-time Housekeeper to support the smooth running of their home. This is a hands-on role within a large family home, suited to someone who is comfortable working independently and taking ownership of day-to-day household tasks. The role is primarily focused on housekeeping and the consistent care of the family's two dogs. The family are looking for someone practical, adaptable and easy to have around, who is happy to get on with what needs doing without close direction. Key Responsibilities Full housekeeping of a large family home Cleaning, tidying and maintaining an organised household Laundry, ironing and wardrobe management Care of two dogs, including daily walking, feeding, and letting them in and out House and dog care when the family are away, including occasional weekend cover Driving and general errands as required A fair amount of driving during school holidays when the family are in residence (e.g. sports activities, parties, shops and children's commitments) Liaising with external contractors where needed Supporting the overall smooth running of the household Light gardening or coordination with gardeners Requirements Previous experience working in a private household Confident managing a home independently Proactive, organised and able to take initiative Comfortable with dogs and daily dog care Flexible and reliable, particularly around house-sitting Strong driving experience and confidence on the road Fluent English Right to work in the UK Benefits Long-term, stable role Competitive hourly rate based on a 40-hour week Car provided for use on duty Flexible and supportive family Opportunity to shape the role over time