Three Skills to Look For When Hiring a Housekeeper
Most clients who we meet know that they want a housekeeper but aren’t necessarily sure how they want that role to integrate into their life and home.
The reality of hiring a housekeeper in London is that you are inviting and bringing someone into your home, whether on a live-in or live-out basis, which means that you need to trust them and get on with them on both a professional and personal level.
For those looking to find a housekeeper in London, our team of specialist recruitment agents can help you build a job advert, screen, and then interview prospective candidates. One of our top tips to those recruiting a housekeeper is to know in advance what you are looking for – with the following skills some of the most coveted and in-demand among clients across London and beyond.
1. Positivity and a Proactive Nature
When you are hiring someone who is going to come into your home and help manage the house and keep it clean and tidy, you need them to be both positive and proactive.
From recognising small tasks and chores that need completing, to communicating in a positive manner when dealing with postmen, tradesmen, and other service providers around the home, the underlying nature and attitude of a housekeeper is critical.
Remember, this individual will be representing your home when out and about running errands for you – so you want to feel confident in their communication style and positivity.
2. An Interest in Mixed Roles (if you need them to undertake extra duties)
If, for example, you have children or pets, or want your housekeeper to get involved in duties including cooking or gardening, then you need to be checking CVs for any additional skills and interests.
A mixed housekeeping role bridges the everyday tasks of a housekeeper with additional responsibilities, based on their skills and on the responsibilities that you want and need them to perform. This is typically something that will come up during the interview process and can be outlined and ironed out later in the process – however, screening potential candidates is easier when you look for these skills early on.
3. Professionalism and Good Communication
Finally, communication and a professional approach is a must. Whether your housekeeper is going to be living in your home or commuting to work every day, it is important to remember the employer-employee dynamic and have that reflected in the way you (and they) communicate.
Every family, client, and homeowner that we meet has different needs and preferences when it comes to hiring a housekeeper. Our job at The Graham Agency is to help you build a job advert and then match prospective candidates with the best employers for them.
For more advice like this, and to turn a list of desired skills into a professional job ad, get in touch with our team today.