House Assistant- Nashville, Tennessee

The opportunity is with a private family based in Nashville, Tennessee, offering a part-time position as a House Assistant. The family values reliability, thoughtfulness, and proactivity in managing the daily flow and upkeep of their home. Located in the vibrant city of Nashville, this role combines a respectful and appreciative household environment with the practical demands of maintaining a residential home. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy creating order, ensuring smooth operations within a household, and becoming a trusted helper for a family. The position is scheduled for 16 hours per week, with a preferred work arrangement of Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday for four hours each day. The family is flexible and can accommodate alternative schedules based on candidate availability between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM. The hourly pay rate ranges from $35 to $40, reflecting the importance placed on the role and the level of responsibility involved. Additionally, mileage compensation is provided for work-related errands such as dry cleaning, grocery shopping, and package shipments. The role is slated to start in June 2026.

As House Assistant, the individual will play an essential role in supporting the family by maintaining the household’s cleanliness, organization, and daily upkeep alongside the services of weekly professional cleaners. The household assistant’s duties include tidying living spaces, making beds, vacuuming, waste management, surface cleaning, and ensuring the home remains neat, welcoming, and well cared for. Beyond basic housekeeping, the role requires managing household laundry with attention to fabric care and detail, assisting with kitchen support tasks such as unpacking groceries and maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and running occasional errands related to the household. The role also incorporates pet care responsibilities, including daily cleaning of the cat litter box and walking the dog when possible. Beyond the listed tasks, the family seeks a proactive individual who will naturally identify household needs such as changing light bulbs, replacing air filters, and assisting with outdoor upkeep, staying one step ahead to maintain a smoothly functioning home.

The ideal candidate should be trustworthy, hardworking, reliable, motivated, organized, and capable of working independently. This person should have a meticulous approach to creating a peaceful and orderly environment and be willing to respond flexibly to household needs. The position offers additional possibilities for housesitting, pet sitting, or childcare when the family travels, making it a varied and engaging role. Candidates will also have the opportunity to connect with the current household assistant, who has served the family for nearly three years, to gain insights into the daily routine and the nature of working in the home. This job is well suited for someone passionate about household management who seeks a supportive and appreciative family environment in Nashville.