King Charles' new job ad offered applicants LESS than minimum wage

The royal family inadvertently advised a housekeeping job for less than minimum wage.

An advert to become a housekeeper at Windsor Castle was listed on the Royal Family's website for £22,000 a year, with the applicant asked to work forty hours a week.

This is equates to just £10.57 an hour, 87p less than the National Minimum Wage of £11.44. 

The successful applicant for the role will help keep the royal residence clean and tidy primarily at Windsor Castle.

They would also be expected to look after any guests at the castle, working five days a week - including some weekends - and will be expected to travel to other royal residences.

To meet the minimum wage, people over 21s need to earn a salary of £23,795 based on a 40-hour week.

After being alerted to the error, Royal Household bosses changed the salary to £24,188.

A source said: 'The salary originally listed was an error which has since been amended.'

The job listing said that accommodation can be provided, but only if required.

The job advert stated: 'You'll upkeep, clean and care for a wide range of interiors and items, ensuring they're presented to their very best.

'Learning from your colleagues, you'll gain the specialist professional skills needed, always aiming for the highest standards.

'You'll take care of guests and work front-of-house to support functions and events too.

'Development and training is commonplace here, and you'll be encouraged to grow your skills.

'In a busy environment, teamwork is everything. Every day you'll learn from and support each other, and feel driven by the collective results you achieve.

'Your main workplace will be Windsor Castle, accommodation provided if required. You'll also travel to other Royal residences throughout the year.'

What is the hourly minimum wage UK? 

21 & over: £ 11.44

 18-20: £8.60

16-17: £6.40

Apprentice: £6.40

The successful candidate will get 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days plus bank holidays depending on the length of time they work there.

They will also get a non-contributory 15 per cent pension plan, parental pay and leave and volunteering days, as well as benefits to support physical and mental wellbeing.

It continued: 'Previous housekeeping or hospitality experience would be an advantage but is not essential.

'What's most important is that you're keen to learn new skills and develop a career in hospitality.

'With an eye for detail, you take pride in your work and aim for the highest – standards of service and care.

'You're able to work effectively and flexibly as part of a team, and are happy to get involved in a range of tasks and support others.

'Well organised and with good time management skills, you can meet deadlines and work efficiently to get jobs done.

'Above all your proactive approach and ability to tackle new challenges will make you an asset to the team.'

Other perks include 20 per cent off at our Royal Collection Trust Shops and complimentary admission tickets across all its locations.

The original salary list was above the minimum wage for employees aged 18 to 20, which is £8.60.

For under 18s and apprentices, it is £6.40.

Buckingham Palace declined to comment.