Domestic Helper jobs in Edinburgh typically pay £13–£17 an hour (about £2,250–£2,950 a month full time). Live-in positions are common, with a usual schedule of 5–6 days a week. Employers ask for household work experience and right-to-work checks. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in Edinburgh.
- Typical pay
- £13–£17
- per hour
- Full-time monthly
- £2,250–£2,950
- about 40 hours a week
- Live-in
- Common
- accommodation provided
- Schedule
- 5–6 days a week
- Open now
- 0
- register to be matched
Open domestic helper positions in Edinburgh
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Register as a Domestic HelperAbout domestic helper jobs in Edinburgh
Domestic Helper jobs in Edinburgh are household positions: a domestic helper is an all-round helper who supports a family with cleaning, laundry, cooking and childcare tasks. Families hiring in Edinburgh range from young professionals in the city centre to established households across Edinburgh and the Lothians.
Edinburgh is known for asset management, fintech, informatics, and tourism, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as NatWest Group, abrdn, Baillie Gifford, Skyscanner, and the University of Edinburgh. Edinburgh is the UK's second-largest financial centre and manages hundreds of billions of pounds in assets.
Main duties
- Clean and tidy the home
- Do laundry and ironing
- Help prepare meals
- Support childcare or elderly care when agreed
- Run small errands
Domestic Helper pay in Edinburgh
Household incomes in Edinburgh are shaped by an average local salary of around £38,000, which is why domestic helper pay here sits above the UK average. Pay rises with experience, references, live-in flexibility and extra duties such as driving or cooking.
Indicative ranges for 2026 based on local salary levels and published household pay; individual offers vary.
A day as a domestic helper
- 7:30Morning chores
- 9:30Errands & deliveries
- 12:00Lunch support
- 14:00Cleaning & repairs help
- 17:00Evening tasks
Why work in Edinburgh?
The local job market is growing at 3.7% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to Edinburgh.
Edinburgh is often described as “Scotland's Finance and Fintech Capital”, and its households expect a professional standard of service.
Requirements
What families ask for
- Household work experience
- Flexibility across tasks
- Honesty and references
- Right to work in the country
Working in United Kingdom
- Right to work in United Kingdom: Workers need the right to work in the UK; employers must check documents before employment starts.
- Checks: employers usually ask for right-to-work checks, references and a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check — an enhanced DBS check for roles with children or vulnerable adults.
- Minimum pay: wages must meet the National Living Wage or National Minimum Wage.
- Contract: Employees must receive a written statement of employment particulars from their first day of work.
Live-in or live-out?
Live-in domestic helper roles in Edinburgh normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package. Live-out roles pay the full hourly rate, and families often add travel costs for early starts.
How to get hired
- Register
Create your profile with your domestic helper experience, availability and references.
- Verification
Complete UK right-to-work and background checks.
- Interview & trial
Meet the family and work a short, paid trial day.
- Contract & start
Agree pay, hours and leave in writing before you start.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a domestic helper earn in Edinburgh?
Domestic Helper jobs in Edinburgh typically pay £13–£17 an hour (about £2,250–£2,950 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.
Are there live-in domestic helper jobs in Edinburgh?
Live-in positions are common. Live-in domestic helper roles in Edinburgh normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package.
What do I need to work as a domestic helper in UK?
Employers ask for household work experience, flexibility across tasks and right-to-work checks. You must also have the right to work in United Kingdom.
What does a domestic helper do day to day?
A domestic helper is an all-round helper who supports a family with cleaning, laundry, cooking and childcare tasks. Typical duties include clean and tidy the home, do laundry and ironing, help prepare meals.
How do I apply for domestic helper jobs in Edinburgh on AvailJob?
Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in Edinburgh hires for this role, you are matched and contacted.
What hours does a domestic helper work?
A typical schedule is 5–6 days a week. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.