Buckingham Palace rushes to correct blunder after admitting salary error

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 40 hours a week.

This 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 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 the age of 21 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 told The Mail: "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 continued: "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.

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"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."