Domestic Couple Job

Eden Private Staff

  • Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire
  • £70,000-80,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 hours ago
Our client has recently completed the renovation of a stunning modern-meets-Cotswolds home. As a successful businessman, they value initiative, adaptability, and people who “just get things done.” The family consists of two adults, two children, 3 dogs and 5 donkeys and the 4-bedroom property is set on 4 acres with apple orchard and woodland.Job specification:Housekeeper
  • General household cleaning and upkeep
  • Laundry, ironing
  • Taking delicate items to dry cleaners
  • Changing bed linen and towels
  • Occasional family cooking
  • Running errands as required
Grounds Person
  • Maintaining and manicuring lawns (use of tractor and trailer provided)
  • Care for 5 rescue donkeys (feeding, watering, providing hay, shelter in winter)
  • Woodland and garden upkeep, including some planting
  • Sweeping and general outdoor tidying
  • Occasional dog walking and dog sitting
  • Ad hoc driving as needed
Candidate specification
  • The ideal couple will have proven experience in a similar role with checkable references
  • Pet friendly (must enjoy working around donkeys and dogs)
  • At least one driver essential (vehicle provided)
  • Chainsaw qualification desirable but not essential
  • Knowledge of planting and newly landscaped gardens beneficial
  • Proactive, and adaptable able to adapt their schedule to match the needs of the client
  • Strong attention to detail
  • “Doers” with a positive, can-do approach
DBS required at offer stageAccommodation
  • A self-contained 1-bedroom unit adjoined to the main house, accessible via car port or vegetable courtyard
  • They are unable to accommodate couples with pets or dependants
  • Bills included and property and be furnished or unfurnished
  • Use of a vehicle (van) for work used (and personal use within reason)
There are future plans for upgraded staff accommodation which will be separate from the main (subject to planning permission)How to apply:Applying for this position: Please email your interest in this position to . Please ensure you include the reference number for the position you are applying for (found at the top of the advert). For candidates who are not currently registered with Eden Private Staff, please include an up-to-date CV when applying. Applicants for this position should have excellent checkable references and a valid DBS. Please note we only register candidates with a minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role. If applying for a UK based role, please ensure you have the correct right to work documentation as we are unable to support with visa applications or sponsorships.

Eden Private Staff