Overall Job Purpose
The parish of St Swithun Wells, Eastleigh, is seeking to appoint a part-time Housekeeper to work 5 - 6 hours per week.
Working at the Holy Cross, Presbytery, 53 Leigh Road, Eastleigh, SO50 9DF. Role purpose: To provide domestic and catering services to the priests.
Hours of work: Part time 5 - 6 hours per week, ideally Tuesday & Friday mornings with flexibility to suit, which can be negotiated at interview.
This is an exciting time to join our friendly, busy, and supportive team as we implement our 10-year Mission Plan, shaping the future of our Diocese and the communities we serve.
Covering Hampshire, Berkshire, South Oxford, and the Channel Islands, our Diocese is home to 87 parishes and 50 schools, serving over 27,000 practising Catholics and supporting 32,000 children and their families. Our work is both challenging and deeply rewarding, offering the opportunity to be part of something truly meaningful.
Employees working in parishes are formally employed by the Diocese of Portsmouth and must comply with all diocesan policies and procedures, as well as those related to local arrangements specifically authorised by the Parish Priest.
Housekeeper - Job Description:
Main Duties
- Shopping for household items including food
- Preparing and cooking meals for priests
- Clearing and tidying up after preparation of meals
- Cleaning the Presbytery
- Laundry and ironing for clergy
Professionalism & Values
- Uphold and promote the ethos and values of the Catholic Church.
- Work collaboratively with clergy, employees, and volunteers to support the parish mission.
- Foster a welcoming and professional parish environment for all.
- Maintain confidentiality and discretion in all aspects of the role.
Housekeeper - Person Specification
Competence, Expertise and Knowledge:
No formal qualifications are required but general housekeeping experience and ability to prepare and cook food hygienically is essential.
You must have a valid UK Right to Work, as the Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth does not offer UK Visa Sponsorship.
Personal attributes
The postholder is expected to be reliable, flexible and have a professional approach. Tact and discretion, respect confidentiality in the Presbytery. Motivated, able to work on own initiative, high integrity with good communication skills. Sympathetic to the ministry and mission of the Catholic Church.
To apply
Please send a CV and covering letter outlining your relevant experience and reasons for applying, to HR at recruitment@portsmouthdiocese.org.uk
Or, please call into St Swithun Wells Parish Office, at Holy Cross, 53 Leigh Road, Eastleigh, SO50 9DF for an application form.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 6th July at 10pm.
We encourage an early application as we may close this advertisement at our discretion before the date stated, if a high number of applicants apply.
You will be notified, should we wish to progress your application and invite you to an interview.
Appointment
Any offer of employment to work at the Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth is conditional upon receipt of two satisfactory employment references, provision of relevant certification of qualifications held, and completion of pre-employment checks.
You must have a valid UK Right to Work, as the Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth does not offer UK Visa Sponsorship.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Expected hours: 5 – 6 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Day shift
Experience:
- domestic cleaning, food preparation and cooking: 3 years (required)
Language:
- English (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 06/07/2025
Reference ID: Housekeeper