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What makes a great housekeeper?

It’s not just about making your home spotlessly clean (although that is a huge part of it!), but they can also improve your living space, how you spend your time, your relationships with your partner and children, and reduce your stress levels too.

With a domestic housekeeper, there will be no more time wasted looking for school uniform in the mornings, no more sitting in traffic to collect something from the post office, and you’ll even open the fridge door to find the groceries put away (with the fridge having been given a thorough clean beforehand too!)

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8 ways a housekeeper can benefit working mums

From packing lunch boxes and navigating drop offs before you even start your day at work to after school activities and cooking dinner in the evening when you get home, every second of your day is accounted for - and that’s before you even think about getting started on the housework!

In fact, a recent survey found that UK parents spend over 100 hours a week juggling household tasks - and if all this work was combined into one role, it would command a total salary of £70,768 a year.

If you feel like you’re constantly spinning too many plates and that you don’t have enough time to get everything done, you’re definitely not imagining it.

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It's me or the dog!

There’s a growing trend in the housekeeper world of families asking their nannies or housekeepers to be involved with the family pet - or to be more specific, walking the dog.

Whilst it sounds lovely and relaxing, in fact this new trend is causing issues regarding several areas of the nanny or housekeeper’s work within the home.

It goes without saying that when someone works within a family home, they accept that everyone within the home comes as a package - and many times this will include a dog. Whilst this is great if you are hiring a dog lover - what if your nanny or housekeeper isn’t so keen on your furry friend?

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Interviewing a housekeeper? Here’s what to ask

Finding the right person to care for your home isn't easy. Whether you're juggling long work hours, managing a busy family, or simply seeking more free time, a reliable housekeeper is a lifesaver.

But with so many options available, including direct hires and agency housekeeping, the interview process can feel daunting. How can you prepare for that situation? Don’t add to your stress - we have you covered!

We’ve put together this essential guide to interviewing potential housekeepers, with a specific eye on candidates from agency housekeeping services. While the core questions remain similar, agency involvement adds a layer of trust and accountability that can benefit both you and the housekeeper.

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Rise of the Housekeeper shortage!

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Spinning too many plates? Don’t miss these 10 tips to help beat burnout

In today’s fast-paced world with so much going on, it can often feel hard to keep up.

For starters, there’s the delicate balance between work and family life - but when you add in social commitments, extra-curricular activities, and housework into the mix, things become harder still.

There’s no denying that with never-ending to-do lists, keeping on top of the housekeeping can be an additional challenge you really don’t need, especially when you already feel like you’re spinning too many plates.

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