What To Consider

• Hourly Rates: The typical hourly rate for a housekeeper in London is around £16-£20 per hour net. However, rates may vary depending on the type of work and level of experience. For instance, a housekeeper with years of experience will charge more per hour than a beginner.
• Training and development: If you hire staff members who require specialised training, you'll need to pay for that training. This can include professional courses, certifications, or on-the-job training.
• Accommodation: If you provide accommodation for your household staff, you'll need to factor in the costs of rent, utilities, and maintenance. This can be a significant expense, especially if you live in a high-cost area.
• Uniforms and equipment: Depending on the role, you may need to provide uniforms, equipment, or tools for your household staff. This can be an additional cost to consider.
• Full-time v Part-time: The cost of hiring a housekeeping staff depends on whether you require a full-time or a part-time employee. Full-time housekeepers typically work around 40 hours per week [with flexibility] and may cost around £40,000 - £58,000 per year. Part-time housekeepers usually work around 20-25 hours per week and may cost around £18,000 - £25,000 per year depending on experience.
• Agency Fees: Hiring housekeeping staff through Masseys Agency will involve additional costs but only if a placement is made. Agencies typically charge a one off placement fee, which would equate to a percentage of the staff's annual salary. The benefits of using Masseys Agency is that we will closely match your requirements to the candidates, we will do all of the advertising, do the necessary background checks to ensure they have the right to work and will arrange the interviews for you. Once you have decided to hire a candidate we will assist you with any negotiations, arrange a start date and answer any questions you might have at the offer stage.
• Taxes and Benefits: Employers in the UK are required to pay taxes and national insurance contributions for their staff. Additionally, full-time staff will be entitled to paid holidays, sick leave, and pension contributions. We can point you in the direction of a company who will manage the payroll if required.
• Additional Services: If you require additional services such as cooking, laundry, and gardening, the cost of hiring a housekeeping staff may increase. You may need to negotiate a higher rate with the staff or consider hiring multiple staff with different specialisations to suit your needs.

It's important to note that the cost of hiring a housekeeping staff may vary depending on the level of expertise, qualifications, and experience of the staff.

By following these steps, you can find the ideal household staff to help manage your home and provide you with peace of mind.

Alternatively please feel free to contact one of our experienced consultants here at MASSEY’S AGENCY who will discuss your requirements and go through the hiring process with you. We can deal with all necessary paperwork, background checks and offer support during the interview and hiring process.

Please contact us at mail@masseysagency.co.uk or call 0203 033 0000, we look forward to hearing from you.