Job Type: Live out

Full Time IT Support Technician – Colchester, Essex REF 1202

Posted on December 2, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time IT Support Technician required for vehicle finance company located in West Bergholt approx 20 minutes from Colchester.

Car driver with own transport essential.

Ideally we would like to find someone with an IT background who already knows how systems work however training can be offered to a bright, enthusiastic person who is willing to learn.

Monday to Friday with on call availability at weekends to deal with urgent IT queries ( this is very rare)

Salary will depend on experience but very competitive.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Maintain in-house systems, user management, network infrastructure, telecommunications,

desktops and peripherals;

· Install, diagnose, repair, maintain and upgrade all hardware and equipment whilst ensuring

optimal workstation performance;

· Assist all users with any IT related incidents logged on the “IT Support Desk” within the set

timeframe;

· Maximise the use of hardware and software by providing training to new users;

· Upgrade different types of software and hardware as per Company guidelines;

· Support business applications;

· Maintain a first class level of customer service ensuring that all customers are dealt with efficiently

and in an appropriate manner;

· Improve existing programs by reviewing objectives and specifications;

· Identify and prepare hardware for disposal when appropriate; and

· Any other duties as required by management for the smooth and efficient operation of the department.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

· Work with the IT team to continually improve processes and business performance;

· Attend any IT related training course deemed necessary;

· Support changes in the role necessary to take the department and business forward; and

· Work to achieve personal objectives set at appraisal and/or those set monthly or quarterly.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

· Achieve agreed individual objectives; and

· Understand and adhere to all Mallard Group policies and procedures

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Full Time Estate Gardener – Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk REF 1201

Posted on December 1, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Estate Gardener / Groundsperson required for small Estate located approx 11 miles from Bury St Edmunds.

We are looking for someone to work either full time or if preferred 4 full days a week. A highly competitive, above industry salary will be offered and there is accommodation available should this be required. The successful person will work closely with the owners running and improving the gardens. This is a wonderful opportunity to work and possibly live in a beautiful area.

Further training and certification will be paid for if desired.

The Estate sits in 125 acres and comprises, gardens, parkland, meadows and woodland. There are c.4 acres of gardens and lawns around the house, and a woodland garden around a very small cricket pitch. In addition there is a 2.5 acre walled garden, largely looked after by two tenants and a team of wonderful volunteers.

Responsibilities will be:-

Formal borders-pruning, cutting back plants and shrubs, watering, plant feeding, weeding, digging out/stump grinding of self seeded vegetation, mulching, applying wood chip
Lawns-Mowing, edging, aerating, scarifying, fertilising
Walled garden- specific responsibilities alongside the tenants and volunteers – lawn and path maintenance, ornamental replanting and maintenance as required
Bringing on plants from seed or cuttings
Driving the min tractor and trailer
General garden and grounds maintenance not covered above
General maintenance of machinery and coordinating servicing
Assisting with set-up and on the day management of the Langham Hall Garden Festival including signage, car parking and ticketing.

Groundsperson/Caretaking:-

Drives, Car Parks, paths and yards- tidying, raking, brushing and leaf blowing
Weed control using chemical spray from backpack sprayer
Tree and hedgerow planting
Chainsaw use and other powered machines to fell trees
Wood splitting manually or by machine to provide the hall with logs
Digger work on ditches, stream, paths and borders
Basic maintenance of fences
Organising and booking contractors and suppliers
Maintenance of swimming pool and tennis court, including chemical application, power washing, leaf clearing
Ensuring properties on the Estate are secure at all times
Taking bins to the end of the drive on collection days
Assisting tradespeople with deliveries
Any other reasonable task as required from time to time

Optional:-

Assistance with garden design
Monitoring and basic maintenance of estate properties and grounds, including chimneys, roofs, rainwater goods and drains, windows and doors, paintwork.
Organise and booking contractors- painters and bricklayers
Delivering cars for MOT, basic car maintenance and cleaning
Occasional dog walking
Assisting and organising the Langham Hall Garden festival such as promotion, musicians and bar

The Person:-

Experienced with good horticultural knowledge-RHS qualifications would be an advantage
Positive and easy to get along with
Someone who relishes the opportunity to turn the grounds into something even more special and who wants to achieve the highest standards
Enthusiastic, hard working, practical, reliable, organised and self motivated
Proactive at spotting issues and fixing them
Will have a full UK driving licence

Nice to have but not essential:-

Chainsaw certificate and spray certificates PA1 and PA6
Small digger driving experience certificates
Knowledge of countryside stewardships schemes
First aid at work training
RHS levels 1-3 qualifications
Basic computer skills ( Microsoft Word, excel and Outlook)

Please call Jackie 07979 501997

Full Time Skilled Gardener , West Norfolk – Ref 1200

Posted on December 1, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time skilled Gardener required for Large Estate located in West Norfolk

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced full-time gardener to join a small team assisting with maintaining the unique, award winning five-acre garden and also the private satellite gardens.

The successful applicant should demonstrate good all-round experience and knowledge of horticulture and cultivation techniques

You must demonstrate proficiency and competence in the safe operation of a wide range of garden machinery and tools

You will be required to work five days a week (40hrs) including some weekend duties.

The Position:-

All lawn care using large garden machinery
Hedge cutting
Glasshouse operations
Herbaceous border maintenance
Rose Care
Fruit, veg and flower production

The Person:-

Reliable, punctual with a good work ethic
Enthusiastic with a genuine passion for horticulture
Good with machinery
RHS Level 2 qualified or equivalent would be an advantage
Will have PA1 /PA6 Spray certificates
Will be happy to work in all weathers and understand the demands of working within the seasons

Competitive salary dependant on experience and qualifications.

Pension scheme and private health scheme

For more information call Georgie 07920770284 or email info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Part Time Housekeeper/Cook – Bury St Edmunds REF 1197

Posted on November 28, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time experienced Housekeeper/Cook required for country house located in Fornham All Saints not far from Bury St Edmunds Centre.

We are looking for someone to work 12 hours a week over 5 days which will include a Saturday. Hours as follows:-

Monday and Thursday 11am to 2pm

Tuesday/Wednesday and Saturday 12 to 2pm

The ideal person will be able to cook lovely healthy meals 5 days a week for 2 people – nothing fancy but good nutritional meals.

They will also be required to carry out general housework as well as bed changing, hanging the washing out and sweeping the terrace.

Help with the grandchildren would be appreciated very occasionally – they visit every 2/3 months.

The housekeeper must be reliable, friendly and a nice person to have around. Someone completely trustworthy with a good work ethic.

Car driver and non smoker.

Excellent hourly rate offered to the successful person who can provide fully checkable references.

References will be requested.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Yard Worker – Cambridgeshire REF 1194

Posted on November 23, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Yard worker required for stables approx 10 miles from Cambridge.

This would suit someone looking for part time hours – mornings ideally who can literally carry out mucking out, yard sweeping and general help around the grounds. Poo picking the fields and keeping the stables clean. Making sure the horses have hay ( which will be ready to feed).

No horse experience necessary but someone happy to work outside in all weathers in quite a physical role is essential. This position would be perfect for someone who has worked in farming and looking for a change or extra hours.

Of course if someone already has horse experience this would be great. Training can be given if someone straight from school/college wishes to start a career in the equine industry.

Hours could be 8am to 12-1pm 5 days a week however hours could be worked around school hours for those with children of school age.

Immediate start available.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Part Time Nanny/Mother’s Help – Fakenham, Norfolk REF 1192

Posted on November 22, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time experienced Nanny/Mother’s Help required for busy young family with 2 year old little boy located in village location approx.7 miles from Fakenham.

We are looking for someone with previous employment as a Nanny who can provide excellent references.

Days will be Monday to Friday totalling 27-30 hours a week.

Monday 8.30 to 5pm

Tuesday/Wednesday and Thursday 1pm to 5pm

Friday 8.30 to 3pm

The Position:-

Sole care of 2 year old boy
Providing a safe environment at all times
Organising nap times and play times
Preparing healthy children’s meals
Carrying out light housework when child naps
Creating fun activities and going for walks etc

The Person:-

Reliable, punctual and trustworthy
Bright, fun and most importantly kind and caring
Will have a genuine love of working with children
Will be able to cook for children
Will have child first aid experience
A car driver
A non smoker

A good hourly rate will be offered to the successful person who can provide references and a DBS check.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Full Time Nanny – Newmarket, Suffolk REF 1191

Posted on November 21, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time experienced Nanny/Mother’s help required for busy racing family located within walking distance of Newmarket centre.

There are 3 school age children – 11, 9 and 6 .

Ideally this will be a 5 day week to include Saturdays ( alternate Saturdays might be an option).

Hours will be 7am to 10am and then back 2.30pm to 7/8pm

The Position :-

Organise breakfast
School Run
Housework to include children’s laundry
Collect children from school
Cook supper
Organise uniforms etc for next day
Assist with homework

The Person:-

Reliable, trustworthy, fun and caring
Friendly and lovely to have around
Genuinely love working with children
Previous Nanny experience
A good cook
Happy to carry out some housework
A good safe driver
Non smoker

A good hourly rate will be offered to the successful person.

Tel jackie 07979 501997

Full Time Nursery Assistant – East Bergholt – REF 1190

Posted on November 19, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time experienced Nursery Assistant required for lovely children’s day care nursery located on the Suffolk Essex borders in the village of East Bergholt. Easy access from both Ipswich , Colchester and A12

This is a full time position with approx. 32 hours (Monday to Friday) and the flexibility to work more when necessary. Part Time could be considered for the right person.

The ideal person must have childcare qualifications – Cache level 3 and have a genuine love of working with pre school children from babies upwards. Training can be offered.

Someone reliable, kind, caring and a real team player who can offer a friendly, professional service ensuring that the little one’s parents can leave their babies knowing they are in safe hands.

Someone who can make the children’s day at the nursery so enjoyable, happy and fun making them want to come back for more.

Creativity with activities and the ability to engage children’s attention with fun games and learning play.

A warm and gentle personality essential. Lavender Hall Kindergarten is committed to child protection and safeguarding children against harm. We promote the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff members and volunteers to share this commitment as informed by our robust policies and procedures. References and a DBS check will be required

Please contact Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for further information.

Weekend Groom – Woodbridge, Suffolk – Ref 1188

Posted on November 17, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time experienced Groom/ Stud hand required for private Thoroughbred stud located in Easton near Woodbridge. This position is for weekends (both days) but there could be the opportunity to extend this to 4 days a week.

The hours required are 07.30 to 16.00

The salary will be negotiable depending on experience.

The Job Requirements:-

General yard duties to a high standard:- mucking out, poo picking, feeding, am and pm checks, turning horses out and bringing in from the field
Confident and experienced handling of fit racehorses, young stock, mares and foals
Fully checkable references
Reliability, punctuality and enthusiasm.

Please contact Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for further information.

Part Time Carer/Companion – Hadleigh, Suffolk REF 1186

Posted on November 16, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time experienced Carer/Companion required for lovely lady to give full time live in carer a break during the day.

We are looking for someone who can work 2 hours a day to include every other weekend providing care and companionship on a regular basis.

Someone who understands early dementia would be preferred.

The Person:-

Reliable and trustworthy
Kind, compassionate and understanding
Calm and gentle
Happy to cook and help with tidying in the house
Able to offer personal care when required
Car driver
Non smoker

A good hourly rate will be offered to the successful person who can provide fully checkable references and a DBS.

Tel jackie 07979 501997

Part Time Housekeeper – Solihull -REF 1183 NO longer available

Posted on November 3, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time experienced Housekeeper required for large country house near Solihull.

Approx 12-14 hours split over 2 days a week.

There is no accommodation available so a local person preferred.

Good hourly rate depending on level of experience

The Housekeeper must be highly organised, enthusiastic with a ‘can do’ attitude and the ability to work within a busy family home.

The Position:-

All Housework, laundry and ironing to a very high standard.
Food Preparation, cooking for the freezer etc
Grocery shopping and cupboard stock replenishing
Supervising trades people and deliveries
General errands -taking dry cleaning and collecting
Occasional weekend work

The person:-

Reliable, organised with a great work ethic
Car driver with own transport
Non smoker
Will have very high standards and a good eye for detail
Friendly and a nice person to have around

References will be requested and a DBS check will be required

Please contact Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Point-to-Point Rider / Groom – Thetford, Norfolk – REF 1134

Posted on October 31, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Experienced Rider/Groom needed for a lovely family run Point-to-Point yard based just outside of Thetford. Ideally to have worked in racing, British Eventing, British Dressage, Polo or Hunting. The person MUST be an excellent rider who is capable of riding fit and sometimes sharp point to point horses.

General yard duties, feeding, rugging up, mucking out. You will be required to assist with all the fittening work as well as the fast work.

Full time 45 hours per week role Monday to Friday 7/7:30am-3:30/4pm

Every other Saturday 7am-1pm and if possible 3hrs on a Sunday 8am-11am (although not essential)

Accommodation is available for the right candidate.

Riding videos and pictures will need to be sent prior to Interview.

For more information about this great opportunity please call Georgie 07920770284 or email info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Laundry Assistant – Dersingham / Norfolk – REF 1181

Posted on October 31, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Unique and wonderful opportunity for an experienced laundry assistant to join a lovely private estate / household in Norfolk.

The person will be working within the families Housekeeping Department and will be responsible for the high quality of laundry and repair service required in the linen room.

This a full-time position, 40 hours a week, with occasional weekends. Where a weekend is worked days off in lieu are given.

Main responsibilities:

To assist with the day to day running of the linen and laundry rooms within the House.
To stock check the linens on the linen inventory.
To ensure all clean linen from external laundry is counted and checked for damage and poor quality and is marked off against the appropriate laundry list.
To assist with setting up of tablecloths for events.
To operate a sewing machine and carry out repairs.
To regularly check stocks of washing detergents in all laundry rooms.
To assist with storing linen in the correct way.
To assist with ironing and steaming garments.
To record the linens issued for specific functions.
To carry out maid duties during busy periods and during visits.
To help with big events within the house.
To ensure all laundry and linen rooms are kept clean and tidy.
To take responsibility of the stock room and all cleaning products and to keep an accurate record of stock and update the necessary health and safety cleaning product data sheets.
To clean areas within the house.

The person must be capable of showing the utmost respect, discretion, and confidentiality and be comfortable/confident in the presence of high-profile guests.

This position will suit an experienced Laundry Assistant who has previously worked in a similar environment.

The ideal candidate will:

Have the ability to work as part of a team and undertake projects instructed by the Head Housekeeper.
Be exceptionally organised and thorough
Present themselves well to colleagues, visitors, and guests.
Carry out planned tasks in a timely fashion.
Have a positive attitude to safe working practices.
Be willing to undertake training.
Be able to sew and darn.

Very friendly and welcoming team to join, exquisite working environment and excellent facilities.

Fantastic references will be required.

For more information about this great opportunity please contact Georgie 07920770284 or Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk.

Full Time Grain Store Manager – Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk – REF1180

Posted on October 28, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time Grain Store Manager required for family farming business located between Bury St Edmunds and Thetford in the village of Ingham.

We are looking for someone who can maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of the stores keeping account of grain movements in and out.

The Position :-

Managing the Grain Store
Keeping accurate records of grain movements in and out
Using the Volvo loading shovel (preferable)
Answering the phone
Attending meetings
Tractor driving

The Person:-

Reliable
Punctual
Within 40 minutes of Ingham, Suffolk
Car Driver
Tractor driver
Will have good IT skills
Will be able to keep accurate records of all grain movements.

Good salary offered to successful person who can provide fully checkable references. Previous stores work essential.

Please contact Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for further information.

Part Time PA/Office Assistant – Kings Lynn, Norfolk – REF 1179

Posted on October 28, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time PA/Office Assistant required for family farming business located 6 miles West of Kings Lynn. Start date will be January 2023.

This is a Monday to Friday position with a total of 15 hours being worked over 5 mornings – 9am to 12 midday

The farm has a mixture of arable land and diversification( in progress) so this is a position with a lot of variety.

The Position:-

General office duties
Sorting the morning post and prioritising
Dealing with incoming emails and telephone calls in a polite manner
Diary management
IT skills
Social media management-instagram etc
Keeping accurate records

The Person:-

Reliable, punctual with a good work ethic
Polite and easy to get along with
Experienced with social media and using a variety of platforms
Car driver
Will have excellent communication skills
Experienced with PA duties – diary management
Experienced with administrative duties

A good hourly rate will be offered to the successful person who can provide fully checkable references.

For more information about this position please contact Georgie 07920770284 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Full Time Landscape and Construction Team Leader – Bures, Suffolk REF 1178

Posted on October 26, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time experienced Skilled Team Leader required for award winning Landscape and Construction Company located on the Essex/Suffolk border near the village of Bures approx 15 minutes from Sudbury and the same from Colchester. There is easy access from the A12 from the East and West.

The days will be Monday to Friday and the hours are 7.30am to 4pm ( minimum 40 hours a week). Company van will be provided with all equipment and the required uniform. There will be a competitive salary offered to the successful person which will include a company pension scheme. This is privately owned company who get to know all their staff , offer progression and ensure that ambitions are met.

The Skills required:-

We are looking for someone who has experience of managing a team on site, with regular reporting to the Project manager.
Excellent communication skills, essential when dealing with clients, site team and the office
Ability to accurately assess progress of a project in order to deliver on time
A proven track record as a Landscaper – 5 years relevant experience
Brilliance in setting out, paving and brick work with a very critical eye for detail
Experience in setting up sites and levels, interpreting drawings and specifications
Experience on using different types of plant, excavators and other site machinery
A positive and proactive attitude, with a solution led mindset
Health and safety awareness essential and CSCS card useful
Driving licence essential, towing licence would be an advantage

The ideal person will be reliable, punctual with a really good work ethic who can manage a team well, keeping the site etc running efficiently, safely and maintaining a happy workplace.

Please contact Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for further information.

School Matron – Lavenham, Suffolk – REF 1177

Posted on October 26, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Experienced School Matron/Boarding Assistant required for one of the leading Pre-Preparatory and Preparatory schools in the country. The school is located in the village of Brettenham in the most stunning location.

The Matrons and Boarding Assistants are responsible for overseeing the domestic running of the Boarding Houses; which will include cleaning, laundry, maintenance, health and safety and medical arrangements for the individual pupils.

Liaising with Senior Matron, Head of Boarding and parents will be part of this role.

The Position :-

To Contribute to pastoral care and well being of the pupils
Provide first aid to pupils with minor illness
To respond to medical emergencies – escorting pupils to dentist etc
To administer medication in accordance with school protocol
To keep accurate records of incidents, accidents, illness etc
Check for head lice and other health issues
To wake boarders and ensure they are well presented for breakfast
Supervise pupils dormitory tidying and bed making
To tidy dorms and check beds.
To serve morning snack
To attend regular meetings
To provide sympathetic support to pupils having difficulties coping with school life
To eat with and supervise children at supper
Supervise pupils at bedtime, showering, bathing etc

The Person:-

Reliable, trustworthy, kind and caring
Genuinely love working with children
Will have Paediatric First Aid Qualification
DBS checked
Will have previous school matron/boarding assistant experience or nursing experience
Polite and well presented
Will have excellent communication skills
Sympathetic and sensitive to pupils needs.
Car driver with clean licence

A competitive salary will be offered in exchange for 34 weeks work during the year plus 2 days at the beginning and end of each term.

Please contact Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for further information.

Part Time experienced Gardener – North Norfolk – REF 1176

Posted on October 25, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time experienced Gardener required for private country house located in the pretty village of Briningham approx 4 miles from Holt, North Norfolk.

The ideal gardener will preferably be RHS qualified and have a good horticultural background. We are looking for someone who can manage these lovely gardens which include formal lawns, borders, fields and woodland.

Good plant knowledge essential to be able to maintain, improve and develop the gardens.

Machinery use and Maintenance also required.

The Position:-

All lawn care using large garden machinery
Hedge cutting
Weeding, pruning, cutting back, replanting, mulching etc
Future plans for a greenhouse
Vegetable growing
Woodland work at times

The Person:-

Reliable, punctual with a good work ethic
Enthusiastic with a genuine passion for horticulture
Good with machinery
RHS qualified or have excellent horticultural knowledge
Local and a car driver
Happy to work in all weathers and understand the demands in the garden within each season

A good hourly rate will be offered to the successful person.

Please contact Georgie 07920770284 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for further information.

Part Time Groom – Nr Hadleigh Suffolk – REF 1174

Posted on October 24, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time, experienced groom required for hunting yard approx 2 miles from Hadleigh Suffolk.

We are looking for a second groom to work alongside the Head Groom caring for 8 hunters.

The Person we are looking for will be:-

Reliable
Punctual
Hard working
A good rider who is able to ride fit horses
A good team player with an easy to get along with personality
Able to follow instruction and also work on their own when required
Fully referenced from previous groom roles

The Position:-

6 mornings a week (no Sundays)
All yard duties to a high standard-mucking out, grooming, waters, hays and feeds
Handling fit horses on the ground – turning out and bringing in from the field, rug changing etc
Tacking up and preparing for travel
Clipping and plaiting would be an advantage but not a deal breaker
Hacking out

Please contact Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for more information.

Mother’s Help / Groom – Holt, Norfolk – REF 1123

Posted on October 20, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Mother’s Help / Groom required for a busy family of 5 located approx 10 miles from the North Norfolk Coast. A lovely opportunity for someone to be part of the family in the country.

The ideal person would be available to work Monday to Friday 3-7pm (these hours are essential for the family) and ideally 7-10am also, this could be between 1-5 mornings a week and is flexible, offering between 20-35 hours. The morning help would be a real bonus but is not a deal breaker.

The Position: –

Helping with the morning routine (getting children up, helping and tidying away after breakfast, walking the dog, feeding ponies etc)
Taking children to school and picking up when needed
Staying with youngest child whilst Mummy does the school collection in the afternoon, lots of playing, fresh air etc before siblings return home
Helping with supper, homework, bath and bedtime routine
General housework duties including hoovering, ironing when time allows
Walking the family dog
Can be a live in position in a lovely family home if required although someone live out would be preferable
Help with children’s pony’s and animals (Feeding, Changing of rugs etc)

The Person: –

Reliable and flexible who enjoys being in a busy country household
Must love children, dogs , chickens and horses
Non smoker
Be a safe car driver with a clean license
Have a happy, warm, kind and caring way about them

A very good hourly rate of pay will be offered to the right candidate on a self-employed or employed basis.

In the school holidays the hours could change slightly and be more daytime based.

For more information about this position please contact Georgie 07920770284 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Full Time Yard Person -Bures / Suffolk -REF 1173

Posted on October 20, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time experienced Yard Person required for award winning Landscape Construction Company based in Bures on the Essex/Suffolk borders-easily accessed from the A12.

We are looking for someone to join this established company with projects throughout the UK , however the majority are in East Anglia, London and Cambridgeshire. This is a great opportunity to be part of this team all providing a professional first class service to both domestic and commercial clients. An industry competitive salary will be offered to the successful person and also further training to enhance existing skills.

Sound Interesting? The skills we are really looking for are:

Well Organised and be able to operate machinery such as forklifts, excavators and other plant
Undertake servicing of small plant, including basic repairs
Understanding of basic construction materials
Manage the yard and stores, keeping all areas organised and tidy
Driving Licence essential and be able to tow trailers to deliver small plant to sites
Proactive individual that can work alone, who also has a Strong Team ethos
Good problem solver

In return for your skills, hard work and positive attitude we can offer you:

An industry competitive salary
Training to enhance your skills
Uniform and all equipment needed
Company Pension Scheme

Salary – £25,000 – £26,500

Hours of Work

Minimum contracted 40 hours per week Monday to Friday, 7.30 – 4pm.

Other useful points worth noting:

Privately owned, growing company with ability to provide lots of career opportunities and progression. Our size helps us to get to know all our staff well ensuring that all their ambition needs are met.

The company have a modern fleet of vehicles, machinery and tools.

The company offer opportunities for progression.

Please contact Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Part Time Housekeeper- Bale/Norfolk- REF 1172

Posted on October 17, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Due to a change of circumstances, we are looking for a Part time Housekeeper again to commit to 10 hours a week at a wonderful Norfolk family home near Bale.

The hours will ideally be split between two days (Monday and Thursday or Tuesday and Friday). 1.5-2 hours of ironing included within the 10 hours

Previous housekeeper was with the family for 6 years.

Beautiful large property and wonderful working environment.

We are looking for an excellent and very thorough Housekeeper to keep the house looking wonderful throughout the week. Previous experience working for a private family as a Housekeeper would be an advantage and is preferred.

Excellent references required and car driver essential due to remote location.

We are looking to find a reliable, friendly, self-employed cleaner who will look after and love this beautiful house as much as the family do.

For more information, please contact Georgie 07920 770284 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Part Time Marketing Assistant , Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk / Ref 1170

Posted on October 14, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

We are seeking a Part Time Marketing Assistant for luxury hat brand located near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

The position is two days a week, but could lead to more days as required

Role Includes: –

Assisting with Social Media
Email Marketing
Website updates
Planning Photoshoots
Organising events
Content Creation
Liaising with influencers

The Ideal Candidate will :-

Have good marketing experience
Have excellent knowledge of all social media platforms
Have a good working knowledge of photoshop
Work within a team and be really easy to get along with
Have excellent communication skills, with a polite manner
Demonstrate a positive and proactive approach to work.

Fully checkable references will be required.

Tel jackie – 079779501997

Part Time Nanny/Housekeeper – Colchester, Essex REF 1168

Posted on October 14, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time Nanny/Housekeeper required for busy family located in the village of Boxted near Colchester Essex.

The ideal person will have previous childcare experience and also have previous housekeeping experience and understand the demands of working within a family environment.

The hours will be 7am to 7pm on one of the days and 2 half days on the others ( 20 hours) during the term time. They will be more hours during the school holidays.

The children are school age- twin boys age 10 and a little girl age 7 .

The position:-

School runs
Dog walking
Light Housekeeping ( the family have a cleaner)
Occasional overnight stay
Cooking healthy children’s meals
Generally tidying children’s areas
Keeping kitchen clean and tidy

The Person:-

Reliable, punctual and trustworthy
Kind with a genuine love of children
Fun, bright and lovely to have around
Good with animals ( dog)
Local to Boxted ideally
Safe driver with clean licence
Non smoker

Good hourly rate will be offered to the successful person with fully checkable references

Tel jackie 07979 501997

Full Time Warehouse Operative – Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk – Ref 1169

Posted on October 14, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

We are seeking a full-time warehouse operative for luxury British Hat Brand located near Bury St Edmunds.

The position is five days a week, Monday – Friday , hours can be flexible

Role Includes: –

Picking and packing
Restocking Shelves
Product quality control checking
Answering the telephone
Booking Couriers

The Ideal Candidate will :-

Have relevant experience within a similar role
Be well organised
Have a good attention to detail
Work well within a small team
Have excellent communication skills

Start date asap.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

Full Time Cleaner – West Norfolk, Ref 1120

Posted on October 13, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time experienced cleaner required for a private Estate in West Norfolk

This is a full time position, 40 hours a week, Monday – Friday . The hours can be flexible.

The ideal person would have experience working in a hotel or private estate.

Competitive hourly rate offered.

No accommodation available.

Interviewing now for start date asap.

Tel Georgie 07920 770284 or email-info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

School Registrar – Lavenham, Suffolk REF 1167

Posted on October 11, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time Registrar required for independent school located in the village of Brettenham – easily accessed from Stowmarket, Hadleigh and Sudbury. Previous experience of working within a school environment would be preferred.

This is a full time 37.5 hours a week, permanent, year round position.

The Position:-

To manage the admissions process for prospective pupils to ensure that all enquirers and applicants receive a positive impression of the school.
To provide an approachable and welcoming response service to enquiries concerning pupil admissions
Maintaining accurate records
Assist with the organisation of open days and other events
Assist with form and house allocation
Provide teaching staff with the relevant documentation relating to new pupils and their induction

The Person will have:-

Substantial administrative and organisational skills
Experience of working in a school environment
Experience in managing a data base
Excellent communication skills with the ability to relate to people on all levels with sensitivity, tact and diplomacy
A pro-active approach to planning and prioritising work
The ability to juggle a range of tasks
Excellent IT skills- confident with the use of Microsoft applications
Excellent command of the written and spoken English
Sufficient numeracy to deal with statistical data

For more information please call Jackie 07979 501997

Full Time Groundsperson – Near Haverhill, Suffolk REF 1166

Posted on October 11, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time experienced Groundsperson required for private country Estate located near Haverhill.

We are looking for someone to join this established team who can assist with the maintenance of the grounds which include the following areas:-

Extensive Formal Lawns
Hedges
Woodland
Paddocks
Leisure areas

The Person:-

Reliable, punctual with a good work ethic
A real team player but happy to work alone
Experienced in lawn care using large garden machinery, mowers, strimmers etc
Have horticultural knowledge to assist the gardeners when necessary
Experienced with Hedge Cutting and Chain Saw use
Will be able to drive a tractor with implements and a quad
Have basic knowledge of machinery maintenance
Will have a full UK driving licence

A good salary will be offered to the successful person who can provide fully checkable references.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Full Time Gardener/Groundsperson – Framlingham REF 1164

Posted on October 10, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time experienced Gardener/Groundsperson required for established Landscape and Design company located approx 3 miles from Framlingham and 12 miles from Woodbridge, Suffolk.

We are looking for someone with horticultural knowledge to join the team providing excellent service to a variety of customers maintaining gardens to a high standard.

The days will be Monday to Friday and the hours will be 8am to 4.30 pm.

The Position:-

Maintaining gardens to a high standard
Use of large garden machinery including ride on mowers, strimmers etc
Hedge Cutting-some are very tall and wide!
Pruning, dead heading, weeding, cutting back and restocking
General tidying of gardens, driveways, leisure areas and patios and terraces.

The Person :-

Reliable
Punctual
Hard Working
A good team player
Polite and able to communicate well with customers and other staff members
A car driver with own transport ( work van could be available)
Physically fit
Experienced with large garden machinery
Will have some horticultural knowledge

A good salary will be offered to the successful person who can provide fully checkable references.

Tel Jackie

07979 501997

Marketing and Event Manager with PA experience – West Norfolk- REF 1119

Posted on October 7, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Marketing and Event Manager with PA experience required for large stately home in West Norfolk.

This is a full time position, 40 hours a week, Monday-Friday with the very occasional weekend.

The successful person will be responsible for all marketing, advertising, PR, House Openings, Exhibitions, Events as well as Personal Assistant duties for the family.

The ideal candidate will:-

Have a high attention to detail,
Be well organised,
Be fully IT competent
Have excellent communication skills

This is a varied and exciting role working for one of Norfolk’s most impressive stately homes.

Competitive salary on offer with excellent package.

Please contact Rebecca info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for further information

Full Time Mothers Help / Nanny Ref – Norfolk – 1162

Posted on October 7, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time experienced Nanny / Mother’s help to work Monday to Friday in a busy household with 3 boys close to the North Norfolk Coast.

We are looking for someone reliable and professional to work either two options.

Live out Nanny/ Mother’s help working 12-7pm or Live-in 7:30am-6:30pm (with 2 hour break).

Ideally this is a live in position in a beautiful house with your own Bedroom & Bathroom.

Car driver essential as the youngest child will need collecting from school in the afternoons three days a week.

The main duties would be as follows;

School Collection 2-3 times a week
Making supper and cooking for the family
Grocery Shopping
General cleaning of house
Sole responsibility of one child in the afternoon whilst mother goes to after school activities with two boys

The person:-

Reliable, trustworthy with a calming demeaner
A good, careful driver with a clean license
Will have a genuine love of working with children especially boys
Will enjoy cooking healthy meals

Good Hourly rate for the successful person

Please contact Georgie on 07920770284 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Part Time Housekeeper – Layham, Nr Hadleigh, Suffolk Ref 1161

Posted on October 6, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time experienced Housekeeper required for large private country house located approx 2 miles from hadleigh in the village of Lower Layham.

We are looking for an experienced housekeeper/cleaner to work approx 6 hours a week over 2 days-ideally Monday and Friday however can be flexible on days.

This beautiful house has large rooms and high ceilings in places so the successful person needs to be physically fit and understand the demands of working within a private household.

There is another part time housekeeper working one day a week.

The role:-

All housework to a high standard
Laundry and ironing
Kitchen and bathroom cleans
General cleaning of all areas
Emptying bins, dishwasher unloading and reloading etc

The Person:-

Reliable, punctual with a really good work ethic
Previous private household experience
A good ironer
Will have a good eye for detail and take a pride in their work
Will understand what needs doing and when but also must be happy to take instructions
Car driver due to rural location
Non smoker
Nice person to have around .

A good hourly rate will be offered to the successful person. References will be requested.

Jackie 07979 501997

Sunday Groom – Hadleigh Suffolk REF 1160

Posted on October 6, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Sunday Groom required for small family yard with 8 horses located in Layham approx 2 miles from hadleigh, Suffolk.

The ideal person will be local and a car driver with good experience with horses.

Hours will be 7am to 10am-and if possible for a local person to come back 3pm to 5pm

The position:-

All yard work-mucking out, waters, hays, sweeping yard etc
Turning horses out and bringing them in from the field
Checking for injuries and signs of illness ( report to owner or head groom)
Check rugs
Pick out hooves
Clean tack

The Person:-

Reliable, Punctual and trustworthy
Confident handling large horses on the ground
Experienced with stable work
Happy to work alone
Able to get to Layham near Hadleigh
Will have fully checkable references

A good hourly rate will be offered to the successful person who can commit to every Sunday or every other Sunday .

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Part Time Housekeeper – Cambridgeshire REF 1159

Posted on October 6, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time Housekeeper/Cleaner required for family house in Grantchester approx 10 minutes south of Cambridge.

We are looking for an experienced cleaner to work 9 hours a week split over 3 mornings- can show flexibility on days but ideally Monday, Tuesday and Friday.

Car driver essential and non smoker only.

The Role:-

All housework – vacuuming , dusting, polishing, floor cleaning etc
Bathroom and kitchen cleans
Bed changing
Washing and ironing
Food preparation
Unloading and putting away the shopping delivery

The Person:-

Reliable, punctual and enthusiastic
Friendly and a nice person to have around
Will have a ‘can do’ attitude and the ability to know what needs doing and when
A good cook who can prepare and cook meals for one person during the week possibly 2
Car driver
Non smoker

A good hourly rate will be offered to the successful person who can provide fully checkable references.

Start date as soon as possible.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Full Time Bookkeeper – Lavenham Ref 1156

Posted on October 3, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time experienced Bookkeeper required for established Pest Control business located near to Lavenham in village location.

We are looking for someone to join the team working 5 days a week – Monday To Friday – 08.30 to 5pm

Key Responsibilities:-

Processing Payroll on Sage
Monthly Returns – P32, Pensions etc
VAT Returns
Data Entry
Processing staff bonus and expenses
Reconciliation of bank accounts and payments
General accounting duties

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:-

Excellent communication skills both internally and externally
A good team player, being flexible, supportive to colleagues of all levels within a fast paced working environment no matter what task is in hand.
Good literacy and numeracy skills
Ability to organise and prioritise workload
Accuracy and attention details
Able to problem solve
Working knowledge of Sage Accounts and Payroll essential
AAT qualified

A generous salary will be offered to the successful person who can provide fully checkable references.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Full Time /Part Time -Grooms, Groom /Riders and Yard staff – Newmarket REF 1155

Posted on October 3, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full and Part Time positions available in private yard close to Newmarket. There are several options available with flexibility on days and hours for the right people.

Groom/Riders:-

Must be experienced and happy riding young thoroughbreds
All yard work to a high standard
The ability to handle horses well on the ground
Possibly a background in racing, eventing or hunting
Be able to turn horses out to a high standard

Yard Staff:

Mucking out
Putting horses on and off the walker
Feeding, haying, watering
Sweeping yards, making sure they are well maintained and tidy throughout the day
Grooming and handling horses
Cleaning tack

We can offer full time 5 days a week- Monday to Friday or days to include weekends on a rota basis.

Also Part time hours available 2 or 3 days a week or maybe mornings only.

All positions available immediately.

Good salary offered to successful people who can provide fully checkable references.

Shared accommodation available if required

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Part Time Nanny/Mother’s Help – Holt, Norfolk – REF 1154

Posted on September 29, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part time experienced Nanny/Mother’s Help to work afternoons after school and during the school holidays.

3 children who will be collected from school and brought back to the house so the role will include:-

All after school care
Preparing and serving teas
Assisting with homework
Organising playtime
Getting boys ready for bed
Tidying the children’s areas
Washing children’s clothes
Keeping kitchen clean and tidy

Car driver and non smoker essential

Good hourly rate offered to the successful person who can provide excellent fully checkable references.

Please contact Georgie 07920 770284 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for further information.

Part Time Minibus Driver – Near Stowmarket – REF 1151

Posted on September 27, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time experienced Driver required for school minibus based at a wonderful independent school in rural location – Brettenham approx 5 miles from Lavenham, Suffolk.

We are looking for someone to work 20 hours a week- term time so 38.5 weeks per year.

Part Time ( 10 hours per week available)

The ideal person will be:-

Polite and well presented
Reliable and punctual
Honest and trustworthy
Able to communicate with staff and pupils and also be happy liaising with parents when necessary
An excellent driver with a clean licence
Happy to drive children of all ages to destinations within East Anglia as well as to Eton, Harrow, Oundle, Uppingham , Cambridge and other schools.
DBS checked (this will be done by the school if not)
Fully referenced
Cheerful with a good sense of humour
Able to carry out visual safety checks on the minibus both outside and inside

A competitive hourly rate will be offered to the successful person.

Please contact Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for further information.

Full Time Senior Gardener – Near Ely, Cambridgeshire – REF 1150

Posted on September 27, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time Senior Gardener required for large private Estate located just outside the village of Chippenham, easy access from Ely or Newmarket.

The Estate has 108 acres in total and comprises the following areas:

Stud Farm with 30-35 stabled horses
Modern Mansion with formal lawns, rose gardens, mature woods and vegetable garden
6 separate cottages on-site
Railed paddocks

The established rose garden has the most beautiful roses as well as seasonal plants. The vegetable garden has trees, bushes and plants providing the Estate with produce throughout the year and ideally this area will be expanded.

The Role:-

All maintenance of the stunning private garden to a high standard
Working within a friendly established team
Training and mentoring other staff members

The Person will have :-

At least level 2 horticultural qualifications and a minimum of 2 years experience of working in a similar environment
Excellent plant knowledge including herbaceous borders, pruning, rose care, fruit and vegetable propagation and fine lawn care
A good knowledge of operation and maintaining large garden machinery
Chain saw qualification
Spray certificates ( PA1 and PA6) are desirable
Enthusiasm and show great attention to detail at all times
Good health and be physically fit as there can be heavy work required
Great communication skills
The ability to source, produce and present costing proposals to improve the Estate.
A full driving licence

Fully checkable references will be requested and a DBS check will be required. Someone presentable and polite essential.

This is a wonderful opportunity for a skilled garden to work a beautiful private Estate on a permanent full time basis.

Please contact Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for further information.

Part Time Housekeeper/Cook – Saxmundham, Suffolk – REF 1149

Posted on September 22, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time experienced Housekeeper required for young family with 2 very young children who live in a rural location near Saxmundham.

We are looking for someone fairly local who can manage the housework of 2 x 3 bedroom cottages to a high standard, carrying out all cleaning, laundry and ironing

The days will be Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and the hours will be 9am to 1pm ( can show a little flexibility)

One of the cottages just needs 2 hours a week to polish, hoover and make sure all clean .

The other cottages houses the young family so there is always something to keep the housekeeper busy such as:-

All housework
Kitchen and bathroom cleans
Bed changing
Laundry and Ironing
Cooking for the freezer and for the day

The Person:-

Reliable, punctual with a easy to get along with personality
Polite and well presented
Will understand what needs doing and when to assist the young mother
Will have high standards and a keen eye for detail
Must be dog friendly as the family have 2
Car driver
Non smoker
Fully referenced

A good hourly rate will be offered to the successful person.

Please contact Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for further information.

Part Time Mother’s Help – Colchester, Essex – Ref 1148

Posted on September 22, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time Mother’s Help required for busy family with 2 school age children located in village location approx 15 minutes from Colchester.

We are looking for someone reliable to work 9 hours a week over 3 afternoons – 3pm to 6pm. Some later finishes and the occasional overnight stay may be required.

The position would mainly involve the younger child(age 10) and would be as follows:

School pick up at 3pm ( car available if required if not mileage will be paid)
Take home and create fun play as he has a lot of energy after school!
Cook tea
Supervise any homework and reading
Occasionally collecting older child from Orwell Park School at 5pm
Occasionally staying over if parents are in London and to do the morning school runs.

The Person:-

Reliable, trustworthy and organised
Extremely kind, caring with a genuine love of working with children
Physically active to get involved with energetic play, walking etc
Will be able to cook healthy teas
A good, careful driver with a clean licence
Polite and well presented
Childcare qualifications or fully referenced previous childcare employment

Good hourly rate paid to the successful person

Please contact Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for further information.

Part Time Housekeeper / Dog Walker(Under Offer) – Holt, Norfolk – REF 1146

Posted on September 21, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time Housekeeper/Dog Walker required for family in Holt, Norfolk.

This is a permanent position – 3 days a week, 4 hours a day

Ideally self employed

The house will be undergoing work so the person must be happy to help during times of chaos and mess until Spring 2023.

Housekeeping Requirements:-

General cleaning/tidying of this lovely 3 bedroom / 3 bathroom house – vacuuming , polishing, cleaning bathrooms, kitchen, emptying bins, loading and unloading the dishwasher etc.
Laundry and ironing
Stripping and remaking beds

Dog Walking Requirements:-

30 minute dog walk each day
Gorgeous Hungarian Vizsla who is very well trained, loyal and incredibly loving and friendly

This is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced housekeeper who loves dogs and enjoys walking.

Excellent references essential.

Please contact Rebecca 07771 655879 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for further information.

Full Time Groom/Rider – Newmarket Ref 1145

Posted on September 21, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time experienced Groom/Rider required for small family yard in beautiful setting about 15 minutes from Newmarket.

We are looking for someone who can manage the yard of 4 horses ( including a pony) to a very high standard.

The family hunt and compete in local shows so the groom will be required to clip, plait and turn out immaculately.

The yard is kept tidy and clean at all times so all yard duties required including mucking out, hays, waters, feed, tack cleaning, turning out and bringing in from the field, exercising, sweeping the yard and adjoining areas.

Someone who can spot injury or illness essential.

A good, experienced rider essential to hack and maintain fitness of all horses.

There are 2 part time grooms also employed to assist on various days and weekends are shared potentially 1 in 3 complete weekends worked.

Someone with an HGV licence would be a great advantage but not a deal breaker, however a car driver with own transport is a must.

A good salary will be offered to the successful person who can provide fully checkable references.

Please contact Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for further information.

Part Time School Secretary, Colchester, Essex – REF 1143

Posted on September 21, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Job title: School Secretary

Reporting to: School Business Manager

Start Date: September 2022

Hours: 3.pm-6.30pm, Monday to Friday, HH Term Time+ (38 weeks)

Salary: £10 per hour

Benefits: Meals are provided free of charge; gym membership; In-house training;

Purpose of the Job:

Holmwood House School is looking for an administrator to join its busy front office team. The ideal candidate will be friendly, approachable and will have a ‘can do’ attitude. You will provide effective, frontline support to the whole school and will be expected to act as the main receptionist for the school.

Duties will include:

Answering the telephone and ensuring messages are taken accurately and passed on quickly.
Answering and dealing with queries from parents and helping children and staff with queries throughout the day.
Signing pupils and visitors in or out as necessary.
Type and distribute correspondence, notices and minutes for staff.
Work in the school’s management information system (iSams) to monitor morning and afternoon registration on a daily basis, liaising with form tutors and following up unexplained absences with parents, entering diary dates, pupil messages, etc.
First Aid training to be undertaken in order to provide cover for the School Nurse.
Administration of the school’s Breakfast and Biscuit (After School) Clubs.
Coordinating the Afterschool activities schedule
A range of other tasks as required.

This job description should be seen as indicative of the type of responsibilities included within the role and not as a comprehensive list.

Person Specification:

Excellent IT skills
Experience of working in a busy front office would be advantageous but training will also be given
Unbeatable customer service skills and a confident telephone manner
Neat and tidy worker with excellent attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Honest, trustworthy and dependable
Punctual, personable, proactive and good at prioritising
Tactful, diplomatic and discrete
Must have a good sense of humour!

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any job offer would be conditional upon suitable references and DBS disclosure. The School’s Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy can be found by clicking here.

Please contact Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for further information.

Part Time Groundsperson/Maintenance – Braintree, Essex – Ref 1142

Posted on September 20, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time experienced Groundsperson/Maintenance Person required for family business located between Chelmsford and Braintree near Black Notley.

We are are looking for 2 part time staff members to join the team maintaining grounds within and established Business Park.

We are looking for someone with very high standards to keep the grounds well maintained providing a pleasant environment for staff and tenants to work in.

The Business Park comprises offices and light industrial units with approx 70 businesses accommodated on site.

Job Description:-

Hours of work will be 8am to 4.30pm – 2 or 3 days a week with occasional Saturday mornings 8 am-12.00
Grass cutting including use of zero turn grass cutter
Strimming
Hedge Cutting
Knapsack spraying with PA1 & PA6 ( preferably)
General gardening duties-weeding, pruning etc
Teleporter Fork Lift operation with certificate preferred
Some working for heights ladder and MEWPS preferred
Some tractor work
Machinery maintenance

The Person:-

Hardworking, polite and enthusiastic
Good time keeping
At least 10 years groundsperson experience
Good machinery knowledge for use and upkeep
Able to work alone and follow instructions
Understanding of Health and Safety ( training available)
Be flexible with working hours
Able to work in all weather conditions
Full UK driving licence essential
Be able to provide fully checkable references

A good hourly rate will be offered to the successful person on an employed basis. This will be a zero hours contract.

Please contact Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for further information.

Stable Staff / Groom, Newmarket – REF 1041

Posted on September 15, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full time, experienced stable staff required for lovely, private breaking and pre training yard in Newmarket, Suffolk.

Hours:

6.30am-10.30/11am- 3pm-4.30/5pm Monday-Friday with weekends on a rota basis.

Main duties:

Mucking out
Putting horses on and off the walker
Feeding, haying, watering
Sweeping yards, making sure they are well maintained and tidy throughout the day
Grooming and handling horses

Great weekly rate of pay, wonderful working environment and a friendly and fun team to work with. Scope to progress and develop is always available for those wishing to further their career.

Onsite, shared accommodation available.

For more information, please contact Rebecca 07771 655879 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Full Time Office & Estimator Administrator/ Assistant -Bures, Suffolk- REF 1139

Posted on September 15, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time experienced Administrator/Assistant required to support the Contracts Managers and the Estimator in this award winning Landscape Construction Company, located on the Essex /Suffolk border. Easy access via the A12.

This Company are previous winners at the Chelsea Flower Show are are entered again for 2023. They have earned a reputation for offering first class quality and service to many prestigious commercial and domestic clients with projects completed and in progress. They are a forward thinking , professional business and growing year on year.

The hours will be 08.30 to 5pm – Monday to Friday

The Position:-

Administrative support to Contract Managers and Estimator
Answering the phone in a polite and professional manner
Managing the filing system in accordance with company practice and contracts
Processing tender enquiries, assisting with the production of quotations, including use of software to take accurate measurements from drawings and quantifying for estimating in a timely manner
Ordering various materials and equipment as needed for jobs
Aiding the team with health and Safety compliance
Prepare paperwork for Teams on site
Vehicle and Plant machinery management, use of tracking software and ensuring maintenance of machinery/vehicles
Upkeep of stationery, office supplies, unpacking deliveries and keeping office tidy
Checking off deliveries into yard when required
Ensure administration is up to date for Plant health compliance
General office duties

The Person :-

Reliable, punctual, polite and professional
Proactive and able to prioritise workload
Previous Office administration experience and be numerically good
Will have a positive ‘can do’ attitude with a bubbly personality and above all a good team player
Organised and efficient with the ability to work calmly under pressure
Forward thinking and a good communicator with excellent communication skills
Will show strong attention to detail
Able to build positive working relationships with suppliers and contacts
Fully Computer literate particularly Excel and Outlook, CRM Platform
Will have at least 5 GCSEs – A-C A level preferred
Horticultural interest would be an advantage

A good salary will be offered to the successful person who can provide fully checkable references.

Please contact Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Part Time Gardener -Swaffham, Norfolk – REF 1138

Posted on September 15, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time experienced Gardener required for private country house located approx 4 miles from Swaffham. The ideal person will have excellent horticultural knowledge and preferably be RHS qualified.

We are looking for someone to join this small team caring for the beautiful gardens of this country house. This is a part time 3 days a week position – 9am to 5pm or 8am to 4pm.

The garden has a great variety of areas so an exciting position for an enthusiastic and passionate gardener.

The Position will involve: –

Reinvigorating what was once was a very special garden
Renewing the compost system and mulching of all the soil
Overseeing and assisting with hedge cutting
Caring for new trees and all the shrubs
Overseeing all the pots and very tasteful planting up each year
Care of flower beds, cutting garden and small greenhouse
Planting and tending the vegetable beds and greenhouse- picking and washing the produce for the house and renewing the herb garden
Tending fruit trees and fruit cages
Weeding, spraying, leaf collection, watering during the dry months
Sweeping terraces and tidying before the weekend
Being happy to muck in with any extra jobs around the grounds.

The Person:

Reliable, punctual, enthusiastic and passionate about gardening
RHS qualified preferably or extremely experienced in all things horticultural
Local to the area
Car driver with own transport
A good team player and easy to get along with
Experienced with using and maintaining large garden machinery including hedge cutters, strimmers etc
Will have excellent plant knowledge and be able to restock areas
Be happy working outside in all weathers
Will be conscious of the environment

A good salary will be offered to the successful person who can provide fully checkable references.

Please contact Jackie 07979 501997 or Rebecca 07771 65879 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Temporary Nanny – Hadleigh, Suffolk – REF 1137

Posted on September 14, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time Temporary Nanny required to help with 2 little children ages 2.5 and 1 year whilst they stay at their Grandparents house 2 miles from Hadleigh, Suffolk.

We are looking for someone who can do a few hours a day over a 10-day period starting 29th September 2022.

This would mainly be daytime for between 4 and 6 hours each day. There may be one evening of babysitting if the family all go out.

Help at weekends would be great if possible.

Ideally the Nanny will have childcare qualifications and be able to provide fully checkable references and a current DBS.

Experience with toddlers essential.

The ideal person will be reliable, caring, friendly and fun with a genuine love of working with children.

Car driver essential due location.

Non smoker

Good hourly rate offered to the successful person.

Please contact Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for more information.

Full Time Grounds Manager – Nr Halstead, Essex -REF 1132

Posted on September 8, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time Experienced Grounds Manager required for beautiful country property with 30 acres located near Halstead, Essex.

This position requires the following: –

Estate Security
General Grounds Maintenance
Maintenance and security of all plant and equipment on site
Seasonal planning of planting/pruning (help at peak times)
River and Lakeside maintenance
Maintaining the new miniature railway and stock
Planning for new projects
Managing and assisting contractors on site
Occasional interior household maintenance and decoration
Occasional driving for the family

Some experience of Power take Off machinery from a tractor would be useful.

Use and care of large garden machinery including ride on mowers, chain saws etc required.

Competitive salary offered to the successful person.

For more information, please contact Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk.