Live in housekeeper/Carer for an elderly couple in Essex with separate accommodation
POSITION AVAILABLE
Private Households
Full-time
Live in
Permanent
Self employed
Little Bentley, Essex
40 hours / week
JB2133
11
th
Mar 2026
Full-Time Live-In Housekeeper / Companion – Little Bentley, Essex
- A full-time live-in housekeeper/companion is required to assist a friendly elderly couple with everyday household tasks.
The couple live in Little Bentley, Essex, and the role includes a lovely bungalow with garden and garage provided as accommodation.
They are looking for a trustworthy, reliable person with a gentle, kind and considerate nature. Someone who enjoys the countryside and animals would be ideal.
A car driver with a full UK licence is essential, as driving will be required. A car will be provided for errands and appointments.
Non-smokers only.
Start date: End of March 2026
A partner would be very welcome, and there may be occasional work available in the garden if desired. Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintaining the house to a high housekeeping standard
- General cleaning and housework
- Laundry and ironing
- Emptying bins
- Keeping the fridge clean and well stocked
- Cooking healthy and nutritious meals
- Changing bed linen
- Assisting the lady of the house with washing and medication schedules (she has Parkinson’s)
- Helping with daily exercise following a provided plan and encouraging one or two walks per day
- Keeping the house tidy and clutter free
- Occasionally cooking for family lunches or dinner parties
- Staying overnight when the husband is away
- Bringing in logs and laying fires during autumn and winter
- Helping care for the family dog and cat
The Ideal Candidate
- Reliable, trustworthy and kind with a caring and patient manner
- An experienced housekeeper able to maintain high standards
- Able to cook healthy, home-style meals
- Comfortable assisting with online orders for food and household essentials
- A car driver with a full clean UK licence (a car will be provided)
- Previous experience with Parkinson’s patients would be an advantage, but is not essential
- Someone who enjoys country living and animals
Salary & Accommodation
- A good salary will be offered, together with accommodation in a separate bungalow with garden and garage close to the main house.
A couple would be welcome to apply. A partner may either work elsewhere or there may be occasional garden work available if desired. Additional Requirements
- References required
- Enhanced DBS certificate (in date) required
More Job information
8.30am to 6.30pm (1-2 hour break in the middle of the day to break it up)
Monday - Friday (occasionally weekends where required)
TBC
3 bedroom bungalow with garage and large garden
Self employed but agreements can be made.
There are 1 positions available for this role.
Requirements
The right to work in the UK
A clean driving licence
Own transport
DBS checked
Willing to travel overseas
Employer Profile
Private Household - Essex
This private household is home to a lovely, friendly and kind couple in their early 80’s. The husband is very fit and mobile where are tho wife has Parkinson’s. The house is based in stunning open grounds in Essex and comes with a separate thatched house for an employee.