Role: Live-in or Live-out Housekeeper
Location: Jumeirah 1, Dubai, UAE
Salary: AED 6,000 – 9,000 per month (depending on experience)
Schedule: 6 days per week
Contract: Permanent
Start: ASAP
Benefits: Visa sponsorship; Paid annual leave
A respectful and welcoming British family recently relocated to Dubai seeks an experienced, detail-oriented, and discreet Live-in or Live out Housekeeper to manage the smooth running of their home
The household includes older, school-aged children who are largely independent but require gentle supervision and daily support. Key responsibilities include;
Household Management & Cleaning
- Maintain exceptionally high standards of cleanliness and organisation throughout the home.
- Daily cleaning of living areas, bedrooms, kitchens, and bathrooms.
- Dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and polishing all floor and surface areas.
- Changing bed linens, laundering, ironing, and wardrobe management.
- Organising cupboards, closets, and storage spaces for optimal order.
- Packing and unpacking for family trips or seasonal wardrobe rotation.
- Care and maintenance of fine furnishings, finishes, and delicate materials.
Family Support & Childcare
- Provide sole charge supervision for older children when parents are occupied.
- Ensure children eat their meals and have school uniforms, kits, and bags prepared each day.
- Support with after-school routines and occasional errands related to the children.
- Liaise with parents regarding daily household and children’s needs.
Additional Duties
- Maintain stock of household supplies and communicate replenishment needs.
- Assist with meal prep, light cooking, or kitchen tidying as needed.
- Occasionally receive deliveries, liaise with contractors or maintenance staff.
- Uphold absolute discretion, professionalism, and a positive attitude at all times.
To apply for this role you must;
• Be based in Dubai, UAE, with own accommodation
• Have a valid DBS check or be willing to obtain one
• Have excellent contactable references
• Have 3-5+ years’ experience working as a Housekeeper within a private household
Please note that due to volume of enquiries, we are unable to reply to all applicants. Only candidates whose experience best matches the Clients’ requirements will be contacted for the next stage of the process
To apply for the position please send your CV to mena@poppylaneplacements.com