Housekeeper training

Housekeeper training - Join the elite!

The British Butler Academy offers professional Housekeeper Training designed for private households, hotels and high-end residential environments.

Our training focuses on real-world housekeeping standards, systems and techniques, supporting both new and experienced housekeepers to work more efficiently, confidently and professionally. Delivery is practical and hands-on, led by senior industry professionals with experience in UHNW private homes and estates.

New for 2026: Online Housekeeper Training

We are pleased to introduce our Housekeeper Foundation Certification, now available online. This structured course is designed for beginners and experienced housekeepers seeking to strengthen their skills, learn professional systems and gain an internationally recognised certification, delivered at their own pace via our online learning platform Foundation Housekeeper Training

Training available for a range of environments

Housekeeper Training can be delivered worldwide and is suitable for:

Private homes
Hotels
Individuals
Yacht crew
Cleaning companies

Practical training delivered by senior professionals

Housekeeper Training is predominantly practical, with a strong emphasis on repetition, consistency and attention to detail. This approach ensures skills can be applied confidently in real working environments.

Training is delivered by experienced professionals with senior-level backgrounds in housekeeping and house management, including UHNW private residences and estates.

Many participants go on to work in private households following their training. Those interested in professional opportunities can explore private household roles via our Housekeeper Recruitment page.

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Housekeeping Training Course Content

The British Butler Academy offers a comprehensive range of housekeeping modules, allowing students to select individual modules or complete the full programme.

Training is fully tailored to specific requirements, and both individual and group bookings are accommodated. Typically, 2–3 modules can be covered per day. Where training is delivered to a single participant, additional modules may be completed. To cover all modules, a full programme usually requires 5–6 days.

Please contact us for a detailed breakdown of each module and its content.

A snap shot of the modules (edition 3) that we offer for private home housekeepers:

Module 1 – Introduction – The private home
Module 2 – The Professional housekeeper
Module 3 – Systematic Housekeeping
Module 4 – Housekeeping Tools & Supplies
Module 5 – Housekeeping techniques
Module 6 – Different floorings
Module 7 – Cleaning Fixed Interiors
Module 8 – Rooms & Areas of the private home
Module 9 – Exterior Care & Maintenance
Module 10 – Special cleaning & care
Module 11 – Polish perfection
Module 12 – The safe and healthy housekeeper
Module 13 – Finishing touches
Module 14 – The VIP home
Module 15 – Mastering the art of laundry
Module 16 – Wardrobe Management
Module 17 – The Elite Housekeeper
Module 18 – Napkin folding & Flower Arranging
Module 19 – Hotel Housekeeping

Additional topics, such as gift wrapping, can also be included upon request.

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Certification

All participants completing Housekeeper Training with the British Butler Academy receive an attendance certificate.

Our Housekeeper Training certificates are recognised internationally. In addition, references may be provided for students who demonstrate a high standard of performance.

For hotels and organisations, a branded certificate can also be issued for display at the premises.

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Who is this Housekeeper Training suitable for?

Our Housekeeper Training is suitable for both beginners and experienced professionals working within private households and hospitality environments.

It is commonly undertaken by:

• New housekeepers
• Experienced housekeepers
• Head housekeepers
• Housekeeping teams
• Hotel housekeepers
• Yacht interior staff
• Individuals seeking professional housekeeping systems

Recruitment opportunities after training

We recruit housekeepers and senior household staff for UHNW clients in London and internationally.

Many of our Housekeeper Training participants are introduced to private employers through Bespoke Bureau.

Some participants also choose to further develop their skills through formal service training, supporting progression into senior private household roles.

Pricing and Course format

The cost of Housekeeper Training depends on the training format, group size and delivery location.

Pricing for individual training starts from £500 per day plus VAT, with group training starting from £1,050 per day plus VAT. All programmes are tailored to specific requirements.

Why Train with The British Butler Academy?

The British Butler Academy is recognised for its practical, standards-led approach to private household training. Our programmes are developed and delivered by senior professionals with real experience in UHNW private homes, estates and high-end environments.

Training focuses on systems, consistency and professional conduct, ensuring participants are prepared for the expectations of private employers worldwide.

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