Domestic Couple Job in Buckinghamshire
- Buckinghamshire
- £75,000-80,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
The role requires a practical and professional couple who can manage day-to-day operations, staff coordination, and basic property and grounds maintenance, while also stepping into a more service-focused environment when the extended family (including children) are in residence. A private, fully equipped 2-bedroom static caravan is provided on-site.Job Specification:
Household & Guest Support:
- Act as primary household contacts for the Principal and extended family
- Coordinate drivers, chefs, appointments, activities, and day-to-day schedules
- Provide local support during visits, including errands, shopping, and driving
- Light cooking when required (professional chef engaged during summer months)
- Oversee general housekeeping (cleaning, laundry, bed changing, ironing)
- Maintain the 4,000 sq ft property to a high standard throughout the year
- Manage household supplies and ensure the residence is always guest-ready
- Monitor external contractors (gardener visits monthly) and maintenance providers
- General gardening duties (mainly weeding)
- Liaise with household staff, including cleaner, gardener, and grooms
- Oversee operations of the on-site stables (no hands-on horse care required)
- Liaise with grooms and support horse welfare, maintenance and staffing matters
- Report repairs and coordinate work with appropriate service providers
- Manage petty cash and day-to-day household accounts
- Oversee small personal purchases or ad hoc financial matters for the Principal
- Prepare the property for family visits with forward planning and attention to detail
- Prior experience as a domestic couple in a formal or semi-formal private household
- One or both must be confident drivers with clean UK licences
- High levels of discretion, initiative, and reliability
- Equestrian knowledge or comfort liaising with grooms and stable staff
- Practical with strong housekeeping, light cooking, and basic DIY/maintenance skills
- Able to work independently during quiet periods and step into active hosting roles during family visits
- Comfortable working in and around children (ages 5-17)
- Fluent English essential
- Must have the right to live and work in the UK
A private, fully equipped 2-bedroom static caravan is provided on-site, with a kitchen and stable utilities. Quiet and private, with easy access to the main house.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.