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Job Type: Live out

Part Time Experienced Housekeeper- Aylsham, Norfolk NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Part Time experienced Housekeeper required for private country house in rural location in Aylsham, North Norfolk.

The ideal person will be able to work a total of 20 hours per – 4 hours each morning – Monday – Friday ( No weekends)

All housework to a high standard and the housekeeper must have a good work ethic being able to use their own initiative ensuring that no stone is left unturned.

Someone who understands the demands of working within a private household and working with and around the family.

The house has large rooms, high ceilings , solid floors in some areas and many period features so someone who understands how to manage the cleaning of this type of property.

Reliability, punctuality and discretion all required.

The successful person should be polite with an easy to get on with a personality .

Competitive salary offered .

Car driver essential and non smoker.

Tel Jackie 07979501997 or Rebecca 07771655879

www.ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

Part Time Housekeeper – Boxted, Essex -REF 909

Part Time experienced Housekeeper required for private country house located in the village of Boxted, on the Essex / Suffolk borders – easily accessible from Colchester and Sudbury.

Total hours up to 12 per week over 2 days.

The ideal person will be :-

  • Reliable
  • Trustworthy
  • Fully referenced
  • An experienced housekeeper used to large period properties
  • Able to maintain the house to a high standard with thorough cleaning including bathrooms and kitchen.
  • Able to carry out laundry and some ironing
  • Happy to clear and lay fires
  • Able to strip and remake beds, change and launder towels
  • Happy to turn the heating on and off when required
  • Local to Boxted, Colchester or Sudbury

Start date required Mid to late January 2022

Good hourly salary offered on a self employed basis.

Car driver essential and non smoker

Tel Jackie 07979501997

 

FARM WORKER required- Outskirts of Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk REF 691 (Now Filled)

**NOW FILLED**

We are looking for an experienced, full time arable Farm Worker to start as soon as possible.

Due to the nature of this position, you will be required to work overtime as well as weekends in the peak of the season.

Tractor driver essential, someone who can do the following would be ideal:

  • Combine
  • Prep land
  • Drill
  • Sub soil
  • Spray

This is not an introductory level position and only those with proven previous experience as a farm worker will be considered.

Great working conditions, substantial farm in a lovely part of the county.

Someone trustworthy, hard-working and motivated would be best suited, you will also need excellent working references.

For more information, please contact Rebecca on 07771 655879 or Jackie on 07979 501997

Housekeeper / Cook –Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk  REF 685

We are looking for an experienced Housekeeper / Cook to join our clients busy and energetic family on the outskirts of Bury St Edmunds. We are looking for someone to work Friday-Monday, 8 hours a day.

Our client has a large and beautiful family home in a rural setting, so a car driver is essential.

You will be required to carry out all housekeeping duties including laundry to a high standard. You will also be asked to prepare fresh meals (as and when necessary).

We are hoping to find someone who is upbeat, positive, and fun to have around. Someone who would enjoy working in a busy household that is not afraid to get stuck in would be best suited.

We are looking for someone who is thorough, unflappable with excellent previous references.

Previous private housekeeping experience a must.

Non-smoker essential

For more information, please contact Rebecca on 07771 655879

Estate Agent- Norfolk, REF 673 FILLED

We are looking for an experienced agent/negotiator to join one of the most prestigious estate agents in the UK. You will be based in their Norwich city centre office.

We are looking to secure someone with a proven track record of winning business and an extremely high standard of client service. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to join a young and enthusiastic team.

If you have a real passion for property and would relish the opportunity to deal with some of the most wonderful country homes that rural Norfolk has to offer, then this would be perfect for you.

Generous, competitive salary available

Excellent working environment

Fun and successful team

For more information, please contact Rebecca on 07771 655879 or email info@ruralrecruitmenteastangliua.co.uk

www.ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

Part Time experienced Housekeeper/Family Help – Nr Bishops Stortford REF 684 FILLED

Part Time experienced Housekeeper/Family Help required for busy household located near Bishop Stortford.

Monday to Friday ( mornings) with occasional Saturday mornings.

Reliable person who can manage the housework of a 5 bedroom farmhouse and also a 3 bedroom holiday barn. High standard cleaning essential.

This position also includes laundry, ironing, possibly shopping and generally assisting where needed.

A bright, friendly person who has a good work ethic and takes a pride in their work.

Good hourly rate offered.

Car driver and non smoker only

Tel Jackie 07979501997

 

Part Time Experienced Housekeeper/Mother’s Help – Nr Halstead REF 683

Part Time experienced Housekeeper/Mother’s Help required for busy young family in rural location outside Halstead, Essex.

The ideal person will be able to work 3 afternoons per week ideally 2pm to 6pm.

This position will involve housework, laundry, ironing, cooking children’s tea after school and generally helping within the house where necessary.

The successful applicant must be local, reliable, friendly and love children.

Good hourly rate offered.

Tel jackie 07979501997 or Rebecca 07771655879

Full Time Estate Office PA/Administrator – Near Newmarket REF 675 UNDER OFFER

 

 

FULL TIME ESTATE OFFICE PA/ADMINISTRATOR – NEAR NEWMARKET

REF 675

 

 

This is a rare opportunity to work within a large private Estate covering a wide range of duties, a few listed below:-

 

  • General office duties
  • Diary management
  • Ordering supplies for the office, household and Estate
  • Liaising with visitors, tradesmen, staff and Principals
  • Recruitment and Health and Safety
  • Event Management (open gardens)
  • Shooting day arrangements
  • Attend meetings and assist with PR and Marketing
  • Estate property spreadsheets  (tenanted and staff accommodation)
  • Arrange vehicle servicing and MOTs

 

 

The ideal person will have previously worked as a PA preferably within a private household/Estate.

 

Reliability, punctuality and good work ethic. The ability to work well within a team and to provide a professional service at all times. Excellent communication skills a must both face to face and over the phone. A good command of the English language essential.

Solid IT skills required.

 

Interviewing now for start date to be agreed. There is a chance for a handover period with the current PA who has been in her position for 5 years.

 

Competitive salary offered to the successful person.

 

Tel Jackie 07979501997 or Rebecca 07771655879

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rider / Groom required for Point to Point yard in Bury St Edmunds- REF 681

We are looking for a full time, experienced rider / groom that is capable and confident riding fit racehorses (trotting, cantering and fast work).
This is a great opportunity for someone wanting to work in a small, successful family run yard, riding and handling smart racehorses.
You will be required to carry out all yard duties to a high standard and must be happy to muck in.
No novices please.
We need someone who is happy to work alternating weekends.
The hours are 6.00am- 12pm and 3.45pm-4.45pm.
You will also be given the chance to go racing and lead up at the weekends.
For more information, please contact Rebecca on 07771 655879

Full Time Stud Hand/Groundsman/Paddock Maintenance (Live In) – Bury St Edmunds REF 668

Experienced Stud Hand/Groundsman/Maintenance person required for small privately owned stud located in rural location near Bury St Edmunds.

This is rare opportunity that would suit someone who is experienced at handling and looking after horses including broodmares, mares in foal and young stock. You will be required to turn the horses out, put them on and off the walker, lunge them and carry out all yard duties.

Our client is hoping to find someone who can maintain the paddocks and stables all year round. They need someone who can drive a tractor competently, topping, fertilising, rolling fields etc. Operating small farm machinery a must, our client will not consider those without this experience.

Another requirement would be gardening, grass cutting, maintaining borders, hedges etc and generally keeping everywhere neat and tidy.

This would ideally be a live- in position and a family could be accommodated if necessary.

We are looking for an honest, trustworthy, and personable person who can look after this wonderful stud, all its animals and its surrounding gardens. Someone that is happy popping in for a coffee with the owner now and again and making sure they are well would be perfect.

The ideal person must have excellent references, have previous equine experience, be competent operating tractors/ various equipment and garden machinery.

A capable, caring, and friendly person is an absolute must.

For more information, please contact Rebecca on 07771 655879

 

Full Time Premier Gardener – Braintree,Essex REF 680 NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Full Time Skilled Gardener required for historic, private country Estate located approx 6 miles from Braintree,Essex.

The ideal person will have horticultural qualifications to level 2 at least and hold PA1/PA6 spray certification. Chain saw experience essential as is use and care of large garden machinery including ride on mowers.

Excellent plant knowledge and  identification is a must.

The gardens/grounds total 12 acres and comprise the following areas:-

  • a one acre walled garden, mainly laid to lawn with herbaceous borders
  • a new half acre kitchen and cut flower garden
  • a Victorian water garden
  • a newly planted Heritage orchard
  • a large wildflower meadow
  • a rose garden
  • numerous mature and young trees ( many particularly rare)within the arboretum.
  • topiary
  • expansive lawns
  • various large ponds
  • two acres of woodland with several glades and groves

There will be another gardener assisting part time as well as external contractors when required.

The successful Gardener will be reliable, enthusiastic with a genuine passion for horticulture. Someone who would really enjoy this opportunity to work within such beautiful surroundings.  Good physical fitness and a very positive attitude essential.

The owners are passionate about their Estate and are looking to find someone who will work with them long term

A full driving licence and own transport are required as the Estate is rurally located.

Competitive salary offered.

Tel Jackie 07979501997 or Rebecca 07771655879

www.ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

 

 

 

 

Part Time Experienced Housekeeper/Cleaner – Wells-Next-The-Sea, Norfolk REF 648 NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Part Time experienced Housekeeper/Cleaner required for private household located in very rural location just outside of Wells.

15 hours per week split over 3 mornings.

The ideal person must have previous , fully referenced, private household experience and understand the demands of working within a family environment.

All housework to be carried out to a very high standard including laundry and ironing.

We are looking for a reliable, trustworthy, person with a good work ethic and a bright personality. Someone who is polite and works in a calm and efficient manner.

Someone who takes a pride in their work and who has a good eye for detail.

Car driver and non smoker only.

Good hourly rate offered for the right person.

Immediate start available if required following successful interview and satisfactory references .

Would consider a temporary housekeeper.

Tel Jackie 07979501997 or Rebecca 07771 655879

Sunday Groom – Near Needham Market,Suffolk REF 672

Part Time experienced Groom required for small private yard with very large horses.

The ideal person must be confident handling large, fit horses on the ground and be happy and capable of turning horses  out and bringing in from the field, rug changing, washing off etc. Keeping the yard tidy and possibly cleaning tack.

This position requires someone every other Sunday to work from 8am to 12 approx and if possible for a local person to come back and bring horses in in the afternoon ( 1 hour)

Reliable, punctual person with a very good work ethic essential.

Generous hourly rate offered to fully referenced person.

Tel jackie 07979501997

Full Time Customer Service Advisor – Ipswich REF 670 (Interviewing) FILLED

FULL TIME CUSTOMER SERVICE ADVISOR – IPSWICH REF 670
 
A rare opportunity to join a National Insurance Company on the outskirts of Ipswich where full training will be given.
The ideal person will have excellent communication skills and be polite, well spoken and with an easy to get along with manner.
The insurance company deals with farmers, agricultural businesses and a variety of clients so someone with a keen interest in country pursuits would be ideal ( Shooting, equestrian, rugby, cricket etc) or perhaps from an agricultural background.
The successful person will be working within a small friendly team offering support to other staff members and offering a professional service to the company’s clients.
This would suit someone who has previously worked in insurance or in a similar customer service based role.
We are looking for someone who has both Maths and English GCSEs at level 4 (C)
Good salary offered.
Parking on site
Car driver essential.
Tel Jackie 07979501997
 
 

Part Time Experienced Housekeeper/Cleaner – Woodbridge, Suffolk REF 669- UNDER OFFER

Part time Experienced Housekeeper/Cleaner required for large country located in the village of Pettistree near Woodbridge.

22 hours per week over 4 mornings.

The ideal person will have worked within a private household and understand the demands of working around a family.

All housework to a high standard to include:- general cleaning, mopping floors, kitchen and bathroom cleans, laundry, changing beds, ironing and basically keeping the house tidy and clean.

There are only 2 people living in the house most of the time but guests and other family members visit and stay throughout the year, so there will be quieter and busier times.

Current Housekeeper is relocating after nearly 3 years with the family.

Good hourly salary offered to reliable, easy to get along with person.

Car driver essential due to location.

Start date required end of October 2020

Tel Jackie 07979501997

FULL TIME HEAD GARDENER – BEDFORDSHIRE – REF 661 FILLED

Full Time Head Gardener required for private country Estate located near Sandy Bedfordshire.

The Estate comprises large scale equestrian facilities and a Groundsman is also employed.

The Head Gardener will be required to look after the private formal gardens which are approx 6 acres. Also must be willing to assist the groundsman around the Estate when necessary.

Use of large garden machinery ( ride on mower, strimmer, chain saw, hedge cutters etc)

The gardens include :-

  • Formal borders
  • Cutting Garden
  • Greenhouse
  • Vegetable garden
  • Formal lawns
  • Hedges
  • Fruit Trees
  • Leisure areas around the pool and tennis court.

Horticultural qualifications would be an advantage for this role however a very experienced gardener with excellent plant knowledge would be considered.

Hours will be Monday to Friday – 7.30/8am to 5/5.30 pm

Competitive salary offered to fully referenced, reliable person who can manage these lovely gardens to a high standard.

Single accommodation available if required.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

Full Time Pest Controller – Sudbury, Suffolk REF 660

Full Time Qualified Pest Controller( RSPH level 2 /BPCA levels 1 and 2) to join small, friendly, rural business based in Sudbury Suffolk but covering many areas throughout East Anglia and further afield.

Must have full, clean driving licence as van will be supplied.

Uniform ,mobile phone and pension will also be supplied.

The ideal person will be reliable with a very good work ethic. Be able to take instruction and work well within a small established team.

Understanding the demands of the role essential and must be fully experienced in both agricultural and domestic pest control.

  • Rodents
  • Insects
  • Wasps and Bees
  • Timber Pests
  • Textile Pests
  • Pest Bird

We are looking for someone who is looking for security within a long term role.

Monday to Friday

Competitive salary offered to the successful person.

Interviewing now for start date to be agreed.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

Full Time Housekeeper/Cook – Near newmarket REF 659 FILLED

Full Time very experienced Housekeeper/Cook who understands the demands of working within a busy family environment.

The ideal person will be reliable with a lovely friendly nature and the ability to maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of a large period farmhouse.

Someone who can manage the daily cleaning, laundry and ironing with a bright, enthusiastic attitude.

Cooking delicious healthy meals for the school age children and preparing their snacks for school-possibly someone who enjoys baking the occasional cake!

Car driver essential as there will be times when shopping for the family will be required.

The family have a dog who may need walking occasionally

This is a really lovely position for someone who genuinely takes a pride in their work and would relish being an important part of this busy household, ideally looking for a long term role.

Hours required are       7am to 11am    Monday to Saturday

3pm to 8pm     Monday to Friday

 

During holidays weekends will be free and the house much quieter.

Non Smoker only

Generous salary offered to the successful person.

 

Tel Jackie 07979501997

 

Part Time Housekeeper- Peldon/ Colchester- REF 657 NO LONGER AVAILABLE

We are looking for a very experienced Housekeeper to work on a part time basis in our clients beautiful, contemporary, and immaculate 5-bedroom house and  two-bedroom annex.

The property is luxurious and requires the person to have a very high attention to detail, be honest, reliable, and extremely conscientious.

The hours required are Monday to Friday 9am -2pm (20-25 hours per week).

You will be required to make beds daily, general house cleaning, moving furniture, cleaning all floors, doors, windows, toilets/bathrooms, glass staircase, dusting, laundry. No ironing necessary as this is carried out externally.

This would suit someone who takes real pride in their work, is extremely thorough and has exceptionally high standards.

Previous experience working for a private family in a large house is essential. You will need excellent references.

Start date as soon as possible.

Competitive rate of pay.

For more information please contact Rebecca on 07771 655879 or email info@ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

Office Administrator- Sudbury/Suffolk REF 656 NOW FILLED

We are looking for a permanent, part time Office Administrator to join a small, young, enthusiastic team In Sudbury.

The hours required are 10am-3pm, this could increase slightly over time due to workload requirements. The position is 5 days a week Monday-Friday, no weekends.

We are hoping to find someone who has a fantastic and confident phone manner, is very polite and friendly.

You will be required to answer the phone, take orders, look after online orders, deliveries, logistics, basic invoicing, stock management, filing, responding to emails etc

There will be a small element of face to face customer service expected of you, so applicants must be happy to serve clients and be well presented.

We are looking for a reliable, organised, personable, and hardworking person with a can- do attitude who is happy to muck in where needed.

This is lovely opportunity for someone wanting to secure a permanent and long -term position in a small, fun, successful and energetic company.

Start date no later than October 25th 2020.

Interviewing now

Competitive salary and great working environment.

For more information, please contact Rebecca on 07771 655879 / 07979 501997 or email info@ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

Full Time, Live out Groom- Bolton/Lancashire REF 654 NOW FILLED

This is a lovely opportunity for an experienced groom looking to work in a quieter private yard with fantastic leisure horses that compete ever so lightly (showing, dressage and jumping).

The yard is located 6 miles from Bolton.

This is a full -time, live out position and would suit someone that prefers to be on a yard with horses that are more for fun than competition.

We are hoping to find someone who can ride and is capable of doing all yard duties to a high standard (mucking out, grooming, trimming, cleaning tack, keeping the yard tidy etc).

Competitive salary on offer.

Gorgeous working environment

For more information please contact Rebecca on 07771 655879 or email your CV and riding photos to info@ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

Team Leader – Hard Landscaper – Bures, Suffolk REF 653-

Full Time experienced Gardener /Groundsman- Newmarket. REF 652 FILLED

Full time experienced Gardener/Groundsman required for private country Estate locates just outside Newmarket Suffolk.

we are looking for someone to join this small team all providing excellent care for the formal gardens and the grounds within the Estate.

Horticultural knowledge and experience is a must as this role will include care for the formal gardens including – all lawn care using large garden machinery, formal borders, cutting garden, vegetable garden, greenhouse and much more.

The use of ride on mowers , strimmers, chain saw, hedge cutter and sprayers all required.

 

This position offers a wide variety and the opportunity to work within wonderful surroundings .

Reliability, enthusiasm and the ability to work well with others .

Must be able to take and follow instructions and take a genuine pride in your work.

Operating and maintain dry machinery used for the grounds is also required.

No accommodation  available .

Car driver essential and tractor driver would be an advantage .

Competitive salary offered to the successful person who can provide excellent references.

 

COUPLE – Between Bury St Edmunds and Thetford REF 651

Full Time experienced Couple required for private household located in rural location between Bury St Edmunds and Thetford .

The position will cover the following:-

  • All housework within the family home
  • Laundry and ironing
  • Some cooking ( small family meals , baking and cooking for the freezer)
  • A certain amount of care required for one family member ( companion, driving to appointments, being around when family out)
  • General Gardening
  • Groundsman duties
  • General building maintenance

This would suit a couple who have within a family environment previously and can supply excellent references.

Accommodation could be available

Tel Rebecca 07771655879

 

Full Time Gardener/Groundsman/Handyman – Nr Bury St Edmunds / Thetford REF 650

Full Time experienced Groundsman/Gardener/Handyman required for farming family located between Thetford and Bury St Edmunds.

We are looking for someone who can cover a variety of tasks to keep the private gardens and grounds approaching/surrounding the farm buildings in a tidy well looked after condition throughout the year.

The ideal person will be able to do the following:-

  • Carry out all lawn care using and caring for large garden machinery ( ride on mowers, strimmers, hedgecutters, chain saw etc.)
  • Maintain formal borders including all weeding, pruning, edging and general gardening duties
  • Keep driveways clear
  • Carry out ditch clearing when necessary
  • Carry out general maintenance to buildings and fences( Painting, changing light bulbs and reporting larger issues)
  • Chop logs for the house
  • Keep the farm yard and areas around the house tidy.
  • Assist other staff member with jobs as required.
  • Look after the vegetable garden

This is a live out position so a person within 10 miles would be preferred. Car driver essential.

Tel Rebecca 07771655879

 

 

Full Time Working Landscape Project Manager- Nr Woodbridge REF 649

Full Time experienced Project Manager required for established Landscape and Design Company located near Woodbridge Suffolk.

We are looking for a reliable, experienced person who can work well within this small established team all offering a professional service to a variety of clients.

The ideal person will have a good grounding in horticultural with a natural understanding of how landscaping projects work from start to finish.

The successful person must be:-

  • Organised
  • Able to liaise with clients, other staff members and a variety of people in a polite, professional manner at all times.
  • Reliable
  • Enthusiastic with a good work ethic
  • Punctual
  • Able to manage projects from start to finish and have fully referenced, previous experience .
  • Fully computer literate, be able to use CAD and other programmes
  • Able to understand drawings and plans
  • Experienced with working within budgets and also working to deadlines
  • Genuine interest in horticulture with a good knowledge of plants
  • Able to show a high level of common sense !

This is a rare opportunity to join a successful company as the previous Project Manager has retired after nearly 20 years.

Car driver essential and non smoker preferred.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

 

Groundworker ( Construction) Chelmsford REF 647

Plant/Groundworker required for Construction and Engineering Consultancy based in Hatfield Peverel near Chelmsford.

This company are looking for a new team member to join their progressive and expanding bespoke consultancy .

This business has passion, innovation and responsibility as their core values and therefore they are looking for a like minded person who has extensive experience in using mobile plant .

The ideal candidate will hold current licences for operation of Plant, be confident in the operation and use of site machinery including excavators, dumpers, rollers, telehandlers along with interchangeable attachments.  Competency certificate required for 360 excavators up to and including 20T.

The use of lasers and levelling equipment with extensive experience in preparing sites for commercial buildings and concrete slabs including digging out trenches, levelling ground, creating banks and loading and unloading lorries. Experience in using road forms and shuttering.

The ability to understand site drawings and plans is a must.

Reliability, punctuality and a good positive attitude essential

Due to the diverse nature of some of the projects the company undertake, this position will suit an individual who is happy to muck in and help with all aspects of projects.

Projects are mainly based within East Anglia however due to offering Nationwide coverage the successful person will be required to travel and stay away on occasions.

Car driver essential.  CSCS Card Holder or equivalent.

A good team player with a great work ethic essential.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

www.ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

 

Contracts Manager – Bures , Suffolk REF 646

Searching for an experienced Contracts Manager to work as part of our exciting and busy Landscape Construction team.

Are you looking for new challenges ?  Is your current position not quite delivering what you hoped ?

We are a forwarding thinking, professional and very well established domestic and commercial Landscape Construction Company based in Suffolk, 15 minutes from Sudbury.  Multi award winning, our business currently has projects throughout East Anglia including Cambridgeshire and in London.  Several gardens planned at the Chelsea Flower Show 2020.  We employ twenty staff and additional sub contractors.

We have some large commercial projects and, because of our hard earned reputation for first class quality and service, many prestigious domestic projects.  We work with several well known designers who know and are always confident that any project completed by Stewart Landscape Construction will be to the highest standard.  Our company culture is one of rewarded hard work, second to none quality and customer service with committed team players who are all valued and encouraged.

We pride ourselves on this approach and we would love YOU to help us develop this exciting journey further.

An outline of the Position

Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be both site (including client facing) and office based.

You will be able to efficiently manage and oversee commercial and domestic projects throughout East Anglia, Essex, Cambridgeshire and occasionally in London.

You will possess a sound and demonstrable knowledge of all aspects of hard landscaping and a clear understanding of setting out sites, being able to programme works to suit those sites.   Solid experience of materials, construction methods mixed with an ability to tie the hard and soft landscape areas together.

This will also include management of staff on site and subcontractors with the aim of achieving maximum efficiency and profitability without any compromise to our reputation for high standards of workmanship and safety.  Regular meetings/updates with clients, keeping them abreast of progress.

Weekly programming of jobs and staff and regular reporting of job progress – on time and on budget.

Other aspects to the position involve sourcing and ordering materials for projects within budget and management of machinery movements and allocation to sites.

Using your communication skills, you will also regularly meet with Team Leaders on site ensuring jobs are running smoothly and also carry out team appraisals and assist with recruiting new employees.

 

 

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

A proven track record as a Contracts Manager within the Landscaping industry – 5 years experience preferable.  Demonstrable Hard and Soft Landscaping experience together with first class Health and Safety knowledge.

Numerate, with very strong IT skills particularly Excel.

Exceptional Organisation Skills.

Exceptional Communication Skills.

A team player, committed to achieving the best results and promoting our company core values.

Second to none positive, proactive and hands on attitude and a very critical eye for detail.

Health and safety awareness essential and CSCS Card useful.

Driving Licence

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

An industry competitive salary

Any training that you think would be useful to enhancing your skills

Company Vehicle

Pension

28 days including Bank Holidays

An exciting environment with lots of opportunity to grow your skills.

Hours of Work

7.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday with 45 minutes for lunch

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 their needs and ambitions are met.  We are committed to staff development and training.

Exciting mix of private and commercial clients, every job is completely different and always interesting.

Modern fleet of vehicles, machinery and tools.  Strong culture and reputation for quality and customer service.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997 to arrange an interview

 

Sunday Groom – Hadleigh Suffolk – REF 645

Part Time experienced Groom required for private yard with 10 horses located just outside Hadleigh Suffolk.

We are looking for a reliable person to work Sundays to allow the Head Groom to take her day off.

8am to 11am then back at 3pm to 4.30pm.( times might vary)

The duties are as follows:-

  • All yard work to a high standard ( mucking out, waters, hays ,yard sweep etc)
  • Tack cleaning 
  • Turning horses out and bringing in from the field
  • Changing rugs
  • Cleaning legs and picking out feet
  • Checking for injury and reporting where necessary
  •  Cleaning lorry out from day before

This would sit someone local to Hadleigh with own transport as it is approx 2 miles from town centre and no buses!

References from previous similar job will be required.

Good hourly rate offered 

Tel Jackie 07979501997

www.ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

Full Time Head Groom – Near Colchester Essex – REF 644 NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Full Time experienced Head groom required for private yard located in the most beautiful location on the Essex/Suffolk border near Dedham.

We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic person to manage this lovely yard with 10 Grass liveries and 3 private horses ( 1 Eventer, 1 hunter and 1 allrounder)

The groom needs to be friendly, organised and have excellent communication skills to liaise with clients, owners and other staff.

The ideal person will have previously worked as a Groom and be confident in handling horses on the ground and also be happy hacking the hunter and allrounder.

Other essential requirements are :-

  • clipping
  • plaiting
  • trimming
  • pulling tails and manes
  • bandaging
  • preparing for travel and competitions
  • preparing for hunting and able to look after upon their return.
  • many other general yard duties

There is a Sunday groom and also someone who helps with poo picking the paddocks. Other staff employed on the Estate so not an isolated position.

Other grooms live locally and there is a good social life or the chance to live a quiet life if preferred.

Car driver essential due to location and lorry driver would be great but not a deal breaker

Really lovely self contained accommodation on site.

Competitive salary offered to the successful person.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

 

Full Time Junior Groom – Cambridgeshire _ REF 643

JUNIOR GROOM required for private eventing yard located near Cambridge.
We are looking for someone with previous experience equestrian experience to join this small family team . The horses/ponies compete both in the UK and Europe.
All yard duties to a high standard and the ability to prepare horses for travel and competitions ( bandaging, clipping,plaiting , studding up etc) TRAINING WILL BE GIVEN
A good confident rider who can exercise the horses (hacking) would be preferred.
Reliability, enthusiasm, friendliness and a good work ethic of the upmost importance.
No accommodation so live out only,BUT OWN HORSE CAN BE ACCOMMODATED AND REGULAR LESSONS AVAILABLE.
Car driver essential due to location
Interviews available immediately.
Tel Jackie 07979501997

Full Time Nanny/Mothers help- Holt, North Norfolk REF 642 FILLED

We are looking for a fantastic Nanny/Mothers help near Holt, Norfolk.
This is a Full Time position (4-5 Days a week) 9.30am-6.30pm or 9.30am-12.30pm / 2.30-6.30pm for those who live locally.
You will be required to help with our clients two lovely children age 2 years and 3 months of age along with other household duties (tidying, basic cleaning, washing, ironing, cooking children’s meals, going on daily outings with the family).
We are looking for a very friendly, reliable, energetic person who has a genuine love for children. You do not need to be qualified but you must have experience with children.
This is a wonderful position for someone, located in a gorgeous part of Norfolk.
Accommodation is a possibility for the right person.
References will be requested.
For more information, please contact Rebecca on 07771 655879 or Jackie on 07979 501997 or email info@ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

URGENTLY REQUIRED -Temporary Housekeeper/Cook – Nayland-Essex/Suffolk – REF 641

Temporary experienced Housekeeper required for busy young family located in Nayland approx 20 minutes from Colchester and Sudbury.

We are looking for someone to start asap ideally 17th August 202 for 3 weeks to cover housework, laundry, ironing and general tidying of this lovely country house.

The family comprise 2 adults and 2 school age children but with lockdown and school holidays an extra pair of hands would be greatly appreciated to keep on top of the daily tasks.

Someone who can cook for the family would be perfect- healthy family meals and maybe some baking!

Car driver essential due to the location.

Must like animals as the family has quite a menagerie – 2 dogs, guinea pigs, chickens and horses ( only the dogs in the house luckily!)

Tel Jackie 07979501997

Part Time, Soft Furnishings Seamstress required- 8 miles south of Fakenham- REF 639 FILLED

We are on the lookout for an experienced self- employed seamstress to assist our client with their successful and popular interior design business (curtains, roman blinds, chairs, cushions etc ).

This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who is looking for flexible working hours to fit in with their current commitments. If the project allows, there is also an opportunity to work remotely.

Car driver preferred as the village location

References required; portfolio preferable.

We are hoping to find a friendly and motivated person who has a real love for classic and contemporary interior design. You will be working alongside our client who is extremely fun, enthusiastic and professional.

For more information please contact Rebecca on 07771 655879 or Jackie on 07979 501997 or email info@ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

Freelance/Self Employed Gardener – Bury St Edmunds – REF 637

PART TIME EXPERIENCED GARDENER – FREE LANCE/SELF EMPLOYED.
 
BURY ST EDMUNDS REF 636
 
3 days per week working within a private country house garden and grounds.
Must have excellent plant identification experience and be able to manage formal gardens, vegetable garden and lawns
Use and care of large garden machinery also required.
Reliable and easy to get along with person who is happy working outside in all weathers mostly alone.
Someone who can also carry out general groundsman duties such as log splitting, hedge cutting, ditch clearing etc.
Good hourly rate for successful person.
Tel Jackie 07979501997

Part Time Housekeeper/Cleaners – Woodbridge and Hadleigh REF 636

Experienced Cleaners required to carry out changeover day cleaning to a very high standard of holiday cottages.

WOODBRIDGE

Approx 4 hours every Saturday morning to carry out very meticulous cleaning of this 2 bedroom holiday let.

COVID 19 guidelines will be followed ( face mask and gloves must be worn whilst in the house)

The house has been made free of clutter to enable deep cleans after every guest and guests are asked to strip beds and place with their used towels in plastic bags so cleaner does not have to do this.

HADLEIGH

Approx 5 hours every Friday morning to carry out meticulous cleaning of this 4 bedroom holiday let.

As with the Woodbridge property strict COVID 19 guidelines will be adhered to.

 

Competitive salaries offered.

Interviews available immediately for start date asap.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

TEMPORARY EXPERIENCED GARDENER – NEWMARKET NOW FILLED

TEMPORARY Full Time experienced Gardener required for private country Estate located just outside Newmarket.

Ideally someone with horticultural qualifications however someone with fully referenced previous employment as a gardener within a similar environment will be considered.

The gardens are a mixture of formal and parkland offering a variety of delightful areas to be involved with.

Formal lawns, so experience with operating large grass cutting machinery is essential.

There are formal borders, cutting garden, walled garden, trees,greenhouses and many other areas to be cared for.

The ideal person must be happy working within a small established team all working to keep these grounds immaculate at all times.

Immediate start available with a finishing date late October 2020.

Competitive salary offered to the successful person.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

Part Time Mother’s Help/Companion/Housekeeper -Hadleigh REF 635 FILLED

Part Time Girl Friday/Companion/Driver required for Mother and Daughter who each have a home at the same location approx 4 miles from Hadleigh Suffolk ( near Bildeston and Monks Eleigh)

Approx 3 mornings a week – Monday, Wednesday and Thursday usually.

With  possibly 2 overnight stays per month .

Companion

  • Accompanying on short walks
  • Ideally someone who enjoys Art and painting but not essential
  • Driving to see friends, going shopping, taking to hospital appointments and similar
  • Taking to art classes
  • Filling the car up with fuel, taking for MOT etc
  • Walking the dog
  • Collecting wood and laying the fire
  • Helping to cut flowers for the house

Mother’s Help/Girl Friday

  • A Little Admin
  • Helping with exhibition preparation- labelling, pricing,framing and hanging art
  • Packing, delivery and collection
  • Liaising with organisers
  • Filing and correspondence
  • Organising photographs,paper work,linen.clothes,collections etc
  • Maintaining art studio,
  • Changing flowers, still life props, paints etc etc.

This is a lovely job for someone looking for variety- literally something different nearly every day.

This position would suit someone who is reliable, organised and genuinely loves to help.

Car driver and non smoker essential.

 

 

 

Gardener/Groundsperson/Driver – Near Colchester Essex. REF 633 – No longer available

Experienced Gardener/Groundsperson/Driver required for private country house located on the Essex/Suffolk border in beautiful countryside.

The current gentleman is leaving sadly after 9.5 years and Our Client is looking for someone to step into the role who is reliable, trustworthy with a wonderful friendly personality.

The ideal person will be able to manage the gardens carrying out all grass cutting, trimming, weeding, hedge cutting and generally keeping the grounds in good condition and looking lovely.

Must be able to operate and maintain garden machinery.

Someone with good plant knowledge who understands tending plants, restocking where necessary etc. Ideally horticulturally qualified or with proven horticultural experience.

This is a 40 hour per week position split over 5 days – 9am to 5pm with half and hour lunch break. During the winter months this will be 9am to 4pm and driving will make up the hours.

Alternatively it can be a 32 hour week split over 4 days.

Very competitive salary offered to the successful person who can provide excellent references.

Car Driver essential due to location and the family require a driver from time to time.

There is a cottage available if required.

There is the chance to work with the current Gardener so a start date early August would be preferred.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

 

Part Time General Gardener – Lavenham, Suffolk REF 632 NOW FILLED

Part Time experienced General gardener required for family country house garden on the edge of Lavenham

We are looking for a reliable gardener who can work 8 hours approx per week over 2 days maintaining this lovely garden.

The grounds total 4 acres of which 3 acres are meadow land.

Duties will include:-

Grass cutting using ride on mower

Strimming

Weeding

Pruning

General tidying of the grounds and garden

Good hourly rate offered

Tel Jackie 07979501997

Full Time Head Gardener – Near Newmarket Suffolk REF 631 ** UNDER OFFER **

Full Time experienced Head Gardener required for large private country Estate located approx 5 minutes from Newmarket.

The ideal person will hold RHS qualifications and have previous fully referenced experience in heading up a small team.

The grounds include formal borders, cutting garden, greenhouse,walled garden, trees, ponds and large areas of formal lawns along with areas of parkland.

The Head Gardener must be very hands on and take a pride in their work with the ability to lead the other gardeners ensuring the gardens are kept immaculate at all times.

Excellent plant knowledge essential and a very good understanding of gardening requirements throughout the year. The ability to guide and assist the other gardeners and also liaise with the household staff to provide vegetables and flowers as required.

Use and care of large garden machinery is a must so that all equipment is kept in good order and ready for use.

This is a live out position.

Interviewing now for start date asap.

Tel jackie 07979501997

Mechanical Engineer/ Plant Fitter – Chelmsford REF 626 NOW FILLED

Mechanical Engineer/ Plant Fitter required for Construction and Engineering Consultancy based in Hatfield Peverel near Chelmsford.

This company are looking for a new team member to join their progressive and expanding bespoke consultancy .

This business has passion, innovation and responsibility as their core values and therefore they are looking for a like minded person who has extensive experience in mobile plant, static plant and machinery. Mechanical background is a must.

The ideal candidate will have experience in plant operations with mechanical, hydraulic and electrical knowledge.

Due to the diverse nature of some of the projects the company undertake, this position will suit an individual who is happy to muck in and help with all aspects of projects.

Projects are mainly based within East Anglia however due to offering Nationwide coverage the successful person will be required to travel and stay away on occasions.

Car driver essential.

A good team player with a great work ethic essential.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

 

 

 

Full Time Housekeeper – Nr Newmarket REF 624

Full Time experienced Housekeeper required to join the small team covering housework in this wonderful country home.

The ideal person will have fully referenced, private household experience and be used to working within a family environment.

All housework to a high standard and the ability to follow instructions but also to use own initiative.

A reliable, cheerful person with a great attitude to work. Must be polite and work well within a team taking a pride in their work.

This is a large house so someone fit and active preferred who can manage stairs and large rooms.

A keen eye for detail essential to notice what needs doing and when.

Interviewing now for start date to be agreed.

Current housekeeper relocating.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

 

Full Time Experienced Groom/Rider – Brentwood, Essex REF 623

Full Time experienced Groom/Rider required for private showjumping yard located near Brentwood Essex.

We are looking for someone who has worked with top competition horses previously and understands the demands of high level competing.

The horses compete both Nationally and Internationally.

The ideal person will be able to ride really well particularly on the flat to assist with schooling the young horses.

Opportunity to compete for the right person.

All yard duties to a high standard and the ability to work well within a small established team all who enjoy their work and have a passion for horses.

A bright, enthusiastic personality essential with a good work ethic and the attitude to muck in and muck out when necessary.

Accommodation available on site and a very generous salary will be offered the successful person.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

 

Part Time experienced Groom – Colchester -REF 621 UNDER OFFER

Part Time experienced Groom required for small private yard located approx 20 minutes from both Colchester and Sudbury.  TO START SEPTEMBER 2020

The ideal person will be able to carry out all yard duties to a high standard and be confident handling competition horses on the ground. Turning out and leading in from the field.

A good rider would be an advantage to help exercise ( hack) mostly with the owner but occasionally alone. Must be confident and capable so no novices!

This position is Monday to Friday – 3 hours per morning ideal 8.30am to 11.30am( some flexibility can be shown)

Someone who would enjoy travelling to events with the rider ( showjumping) when necessary-  during the week and also at weekends on occasions.

Excellent turnout ability would be perfect- clipping, plaiting, trimming etc and someone who can prepare horse for travel.

We are looking for a 100% reliable person with an easy to get along with personality.

Competitive salary will be offered to the successful person who can start when it is safe to do so .

Interviews can be carried out safely to secure the right person.

Tel jackie 07979501997