Job Type: Permanent

Part Time Housekeeper – North Lincolnshire REF 1246

Posted on February 7, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part time housekeeper required approx 8 hours a week minimum to carry out housework, laundry and ironing in this large country house located in North Lincolnshire( approx 15 miles West of Gainsborough)

We are looking for someone reliable, trustworthy and really easy to get along with to assist other staff members and cover days off etc.

In exchange for the part time hours there will be accommodation and most of the bills included.

The position would suit someone looking for a place to call home in a lovely location. The successful person/persons could possibly be employed elsewhere but have hours available to fit in with this household. The family have dogs so would like someone animal friendly who would be happy to house and dog sit at times. There could be a little driving for the right person.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Farm Secretary/ Bookkeeper/Property Manager – Witham, Essex REF 1244 under offer

Posted on February 3, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time experienced Farm Secretary with Bookkeeping and Property Management experience required for large family Estate located approx 11 miles North of Chelmsford near the village of Witham.

This position is ideally 3 full days a week, however it could be full time initially to sort out a transfer of management and therefore efficient office support will be required.

We are looking for someone who would enjoy a varied working day covering general office duties , such as filing, answering the telephone and dealing with emails, to bookkeeping ( currently using Excel spreadsheets) and dealing with the property management.

Previous role as an Estate or Farm Secretary would be an advantage.

Someone with excellent IT skills is essential as new systems will be brought into action in the future . The Estate uses Apple products so someone used to using a Mac would be preferred.

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

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Head Gardener – Witham, Essex REF 1243

Posted on February 2, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time RHS qualified Head Gardener required for private Estate located close to Witham and approx 11 miles North of Chelmsford.

We are looking for someone very experienced who can manage these beautiful gardens and restore them to their former splendour where needed.

This is a Monday to Friday position and the hours will be 8.30am to 4.30pm

The gardens comprise a one acre victorian walled garden and a further two acres of lawns and beds around the stately home.

The current gardener is sadly retiring after 4 years, so the incoming Head Gardener will be required to continue with the refurbishment of the walled garden and restoration of various flower beds.

This would suit a passionate gardener who would relish the opportunity of a blank canvas to bring the walled garden back to it’s former glory.

The gardens are private but it is hoped that they can be opened up a few days a year for charity events.

Car driver essential.

Other requirements of the position are:-

2 acres of lawn care using large garden machinery
hedge cutting – no topiary
strimming
maintaining the cutting garden
maintaining the rose garden
vegetable growing
managing 2 large greenhouses
maintaining fruit cages
keeping the swimming pool area clean and tidy and tending the exotic plants within
cutting the lawn of the grass tennis court

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

Accommodation could be available for the right person.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Full Time Groundsperson – Cambridgeshire REF 1242

Posted on February 2, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time Groundsperson required for private Estate comprising 2 locations , one approx 10 miles south of Cambridge the other 7 miles East of Cambridge.

This is a Monday to Friday position and the hours will be 8am to 4pm. 20 days holiday plus bank holidays and a good salary offered to the successful person who can provide fully checkable references.

We are looking for someone who can start 1st April 2023 and who will come to the Estate with the following experience from a similar position.

Lawn care including using large ride on mower
Hedge cutting
Strimming
Leaf blowing
Weeding/spraying/pruning
Soft Landscaping
Tractor Driving
Paddock maintenance using tractor and implements
Fence maintenance
Irrigation system maintenance
Use and maintenance of machinery
Overseeing that the Estates are clean and tidy
Assisting with care of livestock
Assisting with general maintenance including biomass boilers.

The Person will be:-

Reliable, punctual, easy to get along with and a good team player
A car driver with a clean licence
Will have relevant certification for pesticide use , tele handler and man cage and chain saw use.
Competent in the use of Tractors and PTO Management
Willing to sign a Non -Disclosure agreement
Have a reasonable level of fitness to assist with heavy work if necessary
Happy to work in line with the Estate’s Health and Safety Policy and safe systems of work.
Able to establish an annual maintenance plan in line with budgets compiled by the office team.

Health and Safety inductions will be given upon commencement of this role. Occupational health screening will be carried out upon commencement of the role.

The Estate has a small close knit team with big plans for the future, so someone who is willing to share ideas with a positive contribution would be great.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Part Time Nanny/Housekeeper – Boxford, Suffolk REF 1241

Posted on February 2, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time experienced Nanny/Housekeeper required to help busy young family with after school care of 2 children ages 10 and 12.

We are looking, primarily for someone with excellent childcare experience but who would be happy to assist with housework within the family home. A genuine love of working with children is essential.

Hours approx 3.30pm to 7.30pm weekdays.(20 hours) Up to 35 hours available to include more housework.

Extra hours during school holidays can be available.

The children go to school in Ipswich so a confident, safe driver with a clean licence is essential.

The Position:-

Collecting children from school in Ipswich
Providing tea to the children on their return to the house
Overseeing homework and down time
Bedtime routine
Housework
Laundry and ironing

The Person:-

Reliable, punctual and completely trustworthy
Previous childcare employment
Happy to cook healthy children’s teas
Car driver with clean driving licence
Local to Boxford, Suffolk
Will be able to provide fully checkable references
Childcare qualifications would be preferred.
Non smoker
DBS check

A good salary on an employed basis will be offered to the successful applicant.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Hard Landscaper – Bures, Suffolk- REF 1238

Posted on January 30, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time experienced Hard Landscaper required for award winning commercial and domestic Landscape Construction Company based in Suffolk.

We are looking for someone to join this established team providing a professional service at all times to maintain the excellent reputation for the Company’s first class quality and service.

There are many projects large and small in progress and planned for the future throughout East Anglia and into London.

The Skills required are:-

Excellent communication skills
Ability to accurately assess progress of a project in order to deliver on time
A proven track record as a landscaper – at least 3 years relevant experience
Brilliance in Setting Out/Paving and Brick Work, small retaining walls, paths and footings
Experience in setting up sites and levels, interpreting drawings and specifications
Experience in the use of different types of plant, excavators and other site machinery
Reliable , positive and proactive attitude, and a very critical eye for detail
Health and Safety awareness and a CSCS card useful
Driving licence and confident towing essential
Keep and maintain clean and safe working environment, in line with company policy.

In return for your skills the Company will offer:-

An industry competitive salary
Any training that you think would be useful to enhancing your skills
Uniform and equipment
Company pension scheme
An exciting environment with lots of opportunity to grow and for promotion
Working on award winning gardens

Hours of work:-

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

Other points worth noting:-

The Company are privately owned so there is opportunity for career opportunities and progression.
The size of the business allows the owners etc to get to all of the staff members and understand individual needs and ambitions.
Commitment to staff development and training
Exciting mix of private and commercial clients making every job different and interesting
Modern fleet of vehicles, machinery and stock
Strong culture and reputation for quality and customer service.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

Part Time Housekeeper/Cleaner – Hadleigh, Suffolk REF 1237

Posted on January 27, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time experienced Housekeeper/Cleaner required for private country house located approx 3 miles from Hadleigh Suffolk.

We are looking for a reliable person to manage the cleaning of this lovely farm house to a high standard- all housework, laundry, bed changing,

kitchen and bathroom cleans, emptying dishwasher, dustbins and generally keeping the house clean and tidy.

Car driver essential due to rural location away from bus route.

12 hours a week- can be split over 2 or 3 days

Non smoker only.

Groom – Nr Hadleigh , Suffolk REF 1236

Posted on January 27, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part time experienced Groom required for private yard with hunters and point to point horses located approx 2 miles from Hadleigh, Suffolk.

The ideal person will be able to work Wednesdays and Saturdays- hours to be agreed.

Other grooms employed so this is not a lone job!

The position will include:-

Mucking out
Turning horses out and bringing in from the field
Washing off and general grooming
Rug changing
Preparing horses for hunting to a high standard – plaiting and trimming
Exercising the horses – hacking with others
Tack cleaning
Hays and waters
Keeping yard and tack room tidy

This could be a full time position for the right person in the future.

Good hourly rate offered.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Couple – Aberdeenshire REF 1234

Posted on January 24, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time Couple required for large sporting Estate approximately 22 miles West of Aberdeen. This is a live in position and a 3 bedroom house with a very competitive salary will be offered to the successful couple.

We are looking for a couple with previous private household experience who understand the demands of working within a family environment and also what is required when the shooting season etc starts as far as visitors and guests staying at the properties.

The main house is a very large, newly built family home and there are other holiday properties on the Estate.

The Housekeeping Position:-

All general cleaning of the main house
Laundry and ironing
Bed changing and getting rooms and beds ready for guests
Linen and larder organisation
Basic cooking for children
Childcare on occasions
Pet care ( dogs and chickens)

Handyperson/Groundsperson Positon:-

Lawn care – cutting grass using large ride on mower
Basic maintenance of the house and holiday cottages including the garden
Driving – school runs
Car maintenance/cleaning
Ad hoc duties around the Estate
Assisting other team members as required
Cutting logs for the houses
Keeping areas around the properties clean and tidy
Tractor and ATV use

The People :-

Reliable, trustworthy with great work ethics
Will have very high standards and take a pride in their work
Will be good team members who can fit in well within the small, established, happy team.
Polite and well presented
Drivers with clean licences
Non smokers
Country loving people

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Full Time Groom/Rider – Newmarket, Suffolk Ref 1233 ON HOLD

Posted on January 24, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time experienced Groom/Yard Person required for a bespoke yard which caters for pre-training and rehabilitation ,located on two sites in Suffolk – Barnardiston and Cheveley.

We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join this small established team.

This can be a riding or non riding position.

The successful person must be confident handling horses from all spheres and be a real team player.

Duties will include all stable yard duties, along with working the horses on the ground, general grooming and being a friendly , easy to get along with staff member.

The successful person will be offered a very competitive salary and a good working environment.

Every other weekend off and a day off in the week when weekend is worked.

Fully checkable reference will be required.

Tel jackie 07979 501997

Part Time PA – Ipswich REF 1231

Posted on January 16, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time experienced Personal Assistant required for professional couple – helping them to to run and manage their busy private lives and providing a small amount of crossover support with their business lives.

The office is within their beautiful home in Bentley, Suffolk.

Ideally the hours will be every Monday 9.30am to 5pm based at the Bentley Office. A second day (or additional hours) can be in the office or if preferred remotely

Private life support:

• Liaise with IT company to manage IT issues and maintain family laptops, ipads, iphones

• Keep records of passwords and account details

• Diary management

• Personal filing and maintenance of filing system

• Finance management: make payments and transfers

• Collate information for tax returns

• Record charitable donations

• Administration for maintenance and management of properties

• Research, book and manage logistics for family travel, including producing detailed itineraries

• Book flights, drivers and hotels

• Book tickets for events (sport, theatre etc)

• Maintain address book

• Organise Christmas cards and distribution

• Research of and assistance with purchasing of gifts

• Event/party organisation

• Insurance renewals and administration

• Administration for sale and purchase of horses

• Record and file admin and costs relating to horses

• Administration in relation to vehicles

• Mail order shopping management, including returns

• Management of personal photographs: back up, printing, production of photo books

• Production of spreadsheets for school holidays, detailing commitments

• Maintenance of office supplies

• General administration duties

Business support:

• Diary coordination and management

• Manage travel and produce detailed itineraries

• Book flights, drivers and hotels

• Email management

• Management and payment of farm invoices

We are looking for reliable, organised person who is confident with numbers, good with time management with a high attention to detail.

The successful person will be conscientious, confident and decisive with excellent interpersonal skills, both written and oral. Fully computer literate with Microsoft and Apple products inc. Excel.

Good hourly rate offered

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

Part Time Secretary/PA/Office Assistant – Bures, Suffolk REF 1230

Posted on January 16, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time Secretary/PA/Office Assistant required for retired Doctor who is running a small farm on the Essex/Suffolk border in the village of Bures St Mary.

The gentleman has recently moved from London, so help is needed setting up new systems for managing invoices and regulatory demands. Liaison with accountants over accounts and VAT will be required.

The ideal person will be reliable, organised with a good command of the English language to assist with editing and professional writing. Some dictation will be required too.

The Person:-

Bright and positive personality
Able to show flexibility
Fully IT competent
Familiar with accounts and spreadsheets at a basic level
Will have excellent communication skills and be happy dealing with emails, calls and correspondence
Polite and easy to get along with
A car driver
Non smoker

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

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Part Time Mother’s Help – North Yorkshire REF 1229

Posted on January 13, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time Mother’s Help required for young family located in beautiful rural location near Wetherby in North Yorkshire.

The family have 2 school age children and 2 labradors, so the person must be child and animal friendly!

2 afternoons a week ideally from 1pm – 6pm

The Position:-

Afternoon school run – 35 minutes from family home
Laundry and ironing approx 4 hours a week
Bed sheet changing
Preparing tea for the children
General tidying of all areas
Emptying bins and dishwasher etc

The Person:-

Reliable, trustworthy with a good work ethic
Friendly with an easy to get along with personality
A safe car driver with clean licence
Able to cook healthy children’s teas
Within half an hour of the location.
Happy to drive 35 minutes on motorway to collect children ( car can be made available)

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

Tel jackie 07979 501997

Full Time Farm Worker – Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk REF 1228

Posted on January 12, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time experienced Farm Worker required for large family farm and agricultural business located in Ingham between Thetford and Bury St Edmunds.

This position will be able to offer overtime during the busy periods.

Tractor driver essential who can spray, plough etc using a variety of implements.

Must be reliable, hard working and work well within this established team.

Car driver essential due to location.

Must have tractor licence as driving on the roads is a requirement.

Good salary offered

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

House and Pet Sitter – Suffolk Ref 1227

Posted on January 12, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time employed Housesitter/Dog Sitter with horse experience required for 3 branches of the same family with houses in Colchester, Braintree and South Suffolk.

We are looking for someone who can cover holiday dates for the family throughout the year and an annual salary will be paid to secure the perfect person.

Monks Eleigh, Suffolk Large country house and 2 labradors ( one elderly)

Braintree, Essex Large Country house and 1 dog

Colchester, Essex Large Country house, dogs and 2 retired horses and chickens

The successful person will be a full -time employee ( and paid as such) – 28 days paid holiday will be included and there will be periods of no work.

Car driver essential and expenses will be paid when using own car. A car can be made available if preferred.

The ideal person will be confident with horses as the elderly equines will need checking, mucking out, turning out and bringing in from the field, making sure they are well and have hay and water.

The family dogs will need walking and feeding and of course veterinary care if required.

Cats and chickens also included in 2 of the households.

All houses have cleaners so no housework will be required apart from keeping the properties tidy during your stay.

Weekend housesitting will be required occasionally but plenty of notice for this will be given.

Very occasionally the employee may be asked to babysit, but this is not a common occurrence.

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

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Groundsperson/Groom – Bury St Edmunds – REF 1226

Posted on January 12, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time Groundsperson with some horse experience required for farming family located between Bury St Edmunds and Thetford.

The ideal person will be able to manage the grounds around the house and farm, keeping the lawns cut using large ride on mower. Tractor driver essential to carry out paddock maintenance and large areas of grass care. Someone who can carry out hedge cutting, strimming, general yard tidying as well as making sure driveways and ditches are kept clear.

General assistance around the farm at times may be necessary

This could be a part time position, which will be approx 12-16 hours a week but for the right person a full time role could be made available.

Saturday mornings would be required.

The family have two retired horses who will occasionally require the groundsperson to bring them in from the field , check them over and make sure they have hay and water. Must be confident handling horses on the ground,

Good hourly rate offered.

A local person preferred with their own transport.

tel Jackie 07979 501997

Full Time Grain Store Manager -Bury St Edmunds / Suffolk- REF 1225

Posted on January 12, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time Farm Worker required for large agricultural business located between Thetford and Bury St Edmunds in the village of Ingham.

This is a 5 day week position, however during harvest and other busy times overtime is available to include Sundays.

We are looking for someone experienced who can be in charge of the stores controlling the stock coming in and going out.

Tractor driver essential and someone who can drive a Volvo loading shovel to load the lorries.

Computer use essential so good IT knowledge to keep accurate data recording.

Keeping the grain store safe and tidy is a requirement.

Previous grain store work essential.

Good salary plus overtime offered to the successful person.

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

COUPLE – Live in, Experienced Cook / Housekeeper, Norfolk – REF 1224 (Under Offer)

Posted on January 11, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full time, live in couple required for a large 12 bedroom country house in Norfolk.

The couple will be required to cook for the family and their paying guests (between 6-12 people) breakfast and occasionally supper, as well as keeping on top of all laundry and housework.

The intention is to use the estate for health retreats, group stays and high end Bed and Breakfast. Applicants will therefore need to be confident acting as front of house and dealing with problems that may arise.

The cook must be capable of preparing fresh meals to a high standard and have a good understanding of allergy alternatives (vegan etc). When they are not preparing meals it would be lovely if they could lend a hand in other areas of the house, acting as a general handy person who is willing to muck in where needed (inside or outside).

The housekeeping element will entail:

Stripping and making beds
Carrying out all laundry including washing, ironing etc
General tidying of the house (polishing, hoovering, mopping, cleaning glass, antiques etc)
Meeting and greeting guests

The property is beautiful and quite large and would therefore suit a fit couple who have worked in a similar size house before and are used to negotiating stairs and long hallways.

We are hoping to find a very friendly couple who have worked in a similar role previously. Past private household experience a MUST.

Country people who would love the opportunity to work and live in this stunning location would be best suited.

Wonderful newly refurbished accommodation and competitive salary on offer.

For more information, please contact Georgie 07920 770284 / Rebecca 07771 655879 or email info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Part Time Nanny / Groom – Nr Clare, Suffolk – REF 1223

Posted on January 11, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full or Part Time experienced Nanny/Mother’s Help/Groom required to cover after school care of 5 year old child.

The family home is located in the village of Barnardiston approx 6 miles North West of Clare.

We are looking for a reliable, punctual person with a friendly, caring personality who genuinely loves working with children.

Ideally the hours will be 3.30pm to 6.30pm however flexibility on these can be shown for the right person.

Full Time hours can be offered if the successful person has horse experience as there is a yard on site which would appreciate an extra pair of hands.

The Position :-

School Pick up
Cooking healthy tea
Overseeing homework
Bath and bed routine
General tidying of the house if required
All yard duties
General horse care

The Person:-

Experienced with childcare
Safe car driver with clean licence
Able to cook for young children
Reliable, trustworthy and above all kind and caring
Bright and bubbly with a fun outlook
Must be confident handling horses and ponies

Good hourly rate offered to the successful person who can provide checkable references and a DBS.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Full Time Housekeeper/Cook – East Bergholt, Suffolk REF 1221

Posted on January 9, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time Housekeeper/Cook required for lovely children’s day nursery located in East Bergholt , on the Essex /Suffolk border.

We are looking for someone reliable, bright and friendly to work Monday to Friday – 9am to 3pm to cover the following :-

Cleaning the nursery areas to a high standard
Managing the kitchen
Preparing and cooking home cooked meals for the children

The Person:-

Reliable, punctual with an enthusiastic personality
Friendly, fun , caring and bright
A good cook who can provide healthy children’s meals
An experienced housekeeper who has very high standards.
Car driver ( not essential if very local)
Non smoker

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

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Full Time Lead Fencer – Debenham, Nr Stowmarket, Suffolk – REF 1220

Posted on January 6, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time Lead Fencer required for established company located in Debenham Near Stowmarket, Suffolk

We are looking for an experienced Agricultural Fencer to join our small team. This is a progressive role with a lot of opportunity, the perfect candidate will grow with the business, and contracts stepping into a supervisory role – pushing the department even further.

Monday to Friday.

A work vehicle and all equipment needed will be provided. The company is based in Debenham, Suffolk however operates across Suffolk, Norfolk and Essex.

Looking for a reliable, friendly and hard working team player that can work within our team and remain organised.

Full UK Driving License is essential.
Fencing Experience is essential.
Experience with a hydraulic post knocker is essential.
Experience with other machinery (diggers, dumpers etc) is desired but not essential.
Potential bonuses available.

Excellent salary offered to the successful person .

Tel Jackie 07979501997 or Rebecca 07771655879

www.ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Carer/Housekeeper/Cook- Brentwood, Essex Ref 1215 ON HOLD

Posted on January 5, 2023 by Rebecca Rivett -

Carer required for elderly couple located near Brentwood Essex.

The gentleman does NOT require personal care, however he requires someone who can cook and carry out housework for them to include bed changing and laundry.

We are looking for someone who can make their life easier and keep them both safe – to avoid falls when the husband tries to assist his wife.

The lady is unwell and undergoing treatment at present so she does require personal care and someone who can do all the household tasks she is used to doing.

The Person:-

Reliable, trustworthy and above all kind and caring
Experienced with the care of the elderly
A good cook who can prepare simple healthy meals
Happy to carry out housework, laundry and ironing
Non smoker

The couple live in a cottage located close to their family on an equestrian facility so lots going on around.

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

A DBS will be required too

Full Time Accountant – Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire REF 1214

Posted on December 22, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Accountant (ACA or ACCA qualified) required to work for a private household dealing with their personal investment company, property company and farming and equestrian businesses.

The office is based in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

This is an opportunity for someone to join an expanding company and team on a permanent basis.

This position would suit a dynamic problem solver who will be expected to provide support to all areas of the business and in all aspects of the family’s financial decision making.

The successful candidate should be analytical with good attention to detail and able to communicate across all levels of the business. For this role you will need to be organised and able to meet deadlines.

Job responsibilities include:

Preparing monthly management accounts in accordance with deadlines
Preparing annual accounts and reconciliation for external auditors
Managing balance sheet reconciliations and being able to fully understand the financial situation of the businesses
Preparing financial reports to offer advice on sales opportunities, new and existing investments.
Liaising with Business owner by way of regular forecast reporting
Cashflow monitoring
Providing financial performance reports for each individual business within the company
Overseeing Payroll and VAT
Attending regular meetings to discuss financial situation of the businesses.

The successful person will be offered a very competitive, industry based salary .

Fully checkable references will be required

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Full Time Live In Couple – Wendover, Buckinghamshire REF 1213

Posted on December 21, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Experienced Couple required for young family located in a beautiful part of Buckinghamshire. The position will consist of managing 2 properties within a short walk of each other within the grounds of the farm.

We are looking for a traditional housekeeper and gardener/groundsperson with previous private household experience.

It is worth noting that the current couple have been with the family for more than 16 years which to us speaks volumes.

What the position involves:-

Housekeeping:

All housework to a high standard throughout both family homes (main house and the lodge)
Laundry and ironing, including wardrobe management, darning and sewing.
Polishing silver
Cooking to a good standard and happy to cook for dinner parties. Helping/serving when entertaining
Child care if required – the family in the main house have a 3 year old girl
Pet care if required – the family from the lodge sometimes leave their dogs in the main house
Driving which could be airport runs or running errands
Ideally at least one of the couple should be on site when the family are away
Dealing with contractors and visitors to the farm when required.
Cleaning woodburner/fires and relaying ready to light.
Preparing rooms for guests
Refreshing flowers

Gardening and Groundskeeping:

General gardening to include, grass cutting, hedge cutting, strimming, border maintenance (weeding and pruning) and tidying of all areas
Swimming pool and tennis court maintenance
General maintenance including window and gutter cleaning off ladders
Daily feeding of chickens and maintaining the coup and run
Being the first point of call for dealing with issues relating to residential/commercial properties on the Farm/Estate.
Security when family are away
Dealing with tradespeople
Driving and cleaning cars
Handyperson extras such as light bulb changing, chopping firewood (possible chain saw use), leaf blowing, raking leaves and helping where needed.

The ideal couple will be honest, trustworthy with a strong work ethic and a genuine enjoyment of the roles they fulfil. Kind and caring, they will contribute to a happy household with easy to get along with personalities.

Flexibility is important as schedules change, so this would suit a couple who can adjust and deal with unexpected requests, remaining calm and positive at all times.

The couple will be offered a self contained property on the Estate and a competitive salary in exchange for 5.5 days a week worked and weekend availability.

Non smokers only.

For further information please call Jackie 07979 501997

Part Time Gardener- Brettenham, Suffolk REF 1211 ON HOLD

Posted on December 14, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time Gardener required for leading independent school located in the village of Brettenham, close to Stowmarket. Bury St Edmunds and Hadleigh.

The ideal person will be able to work 3 days a week – 5.25 hours each day – total 15.75 hours per week all year round.

The Position:-

Seasonal maintenance of flowers, shrubs, gardens, woodland gardens and parks, including trees, hedges, roses, wall trainer fruit trees, climbers, herbaceous plants and annuals.
Use of garden machinery – mowers, strimmers, tractor and trailer, shredders, scarifier, snow plough and other machinery
Plant production within the polytunnel
Pruning of trees, shrubs, climbers and hedges
Daily maintenance and cleaning of machinery
Turf maintenance
Safe use of pesticides
Composting
Path, gates and there hard landscaping maintenance

The Person:-

Reliable, punctual, well presented and polite
A good team player
Happy to assist during school functions
Will be able to keep accurate records
Work within health and safety guidelines
Will have good communication skills
Conscientious and professional
Willing to learn new skills
Flexible and happy to work some weekends
Car Driver

Fully checkable references will be required

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

Companion/Cook/Driver/Carer – Stowmarket, Suffolk REF 1208

Posted on December 9, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time Live In Companion/Driver/Cook/Carer required for elderly gentleman with large country house located just outside Stowmarket in the village of Ringshall.

We are looking for someone to start in February 2023 when the current person moves back home.

There is an annexe on site which can accommodate a couple if required, where the partner is employed elsewhere.

This is a full time position beginning with breakfast every day . The companion will have 2 hours off in the day and regular day offs will be agreed.

The Position:-

To offer assistance to the gentleman in his own home -no personal care
All driving – outings, shopping etc
All cooking – breakfast, lunch and supper – healthy nutritious meals
Companionship – watching TV, reading, eating meals together and general conversation throughout the day.
No housework as there is a lovely cleaner employed.

The Person:-

Reliable, trustworthy, kind and caring
Friendly and bright
A good cook
A good safe driver with a clean licence
Will show flexibility with hours and be happy to work weekends.
Will be able to provide fully checkable references and will have a DBS check or be happy to apply for one.

A very good salary will be offered to the successful person.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Part Time Nanny/ Mother’s Help – Rendlesham, Suffolk REF 1207

Posted on December 8, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Part Time experienced Nanny/Mother’s Help required for busy young family located in Rendlesham approx 6 miles north of Woodbridge.

The ideal person will have previously worked as a Nanny and be happy looking after 2 young school age children. We are looking for someone who can initially show flexibility as the new routine is formed. The hours will increase during the school holidays when the children are not at holiday clubs.

The children are ages 5 and 8 and attend the local primary school 300m from the family home.

This is a Monday to Friday position and the hours required during term time will be 3pm to 7pm ,plus additional highlighted during the initial few weeks. During school holidays the hours will be increased as both parents will still be working. There may be times when an early morning needs to be covered.

The Position:-

School Pick up
Cook healthy children’s supper
Oversee homework
Organise activities
Down time
Bath and bed routine
Carry out light housework to keep house tidy particularly children’s rooms.
Children’s washing and ironing

The Person:-

Reliable, trustworthy, kind and caring
Fun, friendly with an easy to get along with personality
Will have a genuine love of working with children
A good cook
A good safe driver with clean licence
Non smoker
Flexible with hours

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

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

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

Couple Required – Cambridgeshire REF 1198 UNDER OFFER

Posted on November 29, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Experienced Couple required for country house on the Cambridgeshire/Essex/Suffolk border.

We are looking for a couple who can work approx. 35 hours with the flexibility to cover a variety of duties within the house and around the property.

There will be further hours available at certain times such as when specific projects are taking place or when managing the Airbnb.

Accommodation in a self contained one bedroom apartment is offered along with a competitive salary. There is a garden available and an area to grown vegetables.

The Position will involve:-

Gardening – all grass cutting using sit on mower, strimming, hedge cutting, edging, pruning, planting etc
Driving – airport runs and driving to shooting venues
Car cleaning
Leaf Blowing , swimming pool maintenance, drive maintenance
Wood chopping and storing
Internal and external painting plus DIY
Housework – kitchen and dog room cleaning ( there is a cleaner for most of the main house)
Ironing and basic sewing
Brass and silver polishing
Internal window cleaning
help with entertaining ( mostly weekends or lunchtime during the week)
Dog and house sitting
Assisting with Airbnb

The previous couple of 3 years shared the roles between them and are sadly leaving due to a change in their personal circumstances.

We are looking for a reliable, polite couple with a good work ethic and with easy to get along with personalities..

Car drivers essential and non smokers only.

References will be requested.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

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

Couple – Gardener/Groundsperson & Housekeeper – Scotland REF 1193

Posted on November 23, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Couple required for large Estate in Scotland approx 12 miles South of Aviemore..

This is a great opportunity for a couple looking for long term positions working in the most beautiful environment in the wilds of the Highlands. The current couple are retiring after 9 years so this role comes highly recommended.

The Gardener/Groundsperson will be required to work full time with a minimum of 40 hours a week.

The Housekeeper can do 20 hours a week or more if preferred.

In exchange for maintaining the grounds and the properties the couple will be offered a competitive salary and Estate accommodation ( 3 bedroom house).

The Positions:-

The Gardener / Groundsperson/Handyman :-

All garden maintenance around the Estate and holiday cottages
Vegetable garden – to grow and provide produce for the Estate
Maintaining formal borders- weeding, pruning, replanting and general seasonal requirements
Hedge cutting
Drive clearing
Hot tub maintenance
All grass cutting using large garden machinery and ride on mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters, chain saw, leaf blowers etc
Maintenance of garden machinery
Chopping logs for the houses
Assisting with shoots when necessary
Car driver essential
Tractor/ ATV with implements driver required

The Housekeeper:-

All housework within the main house to a high standard and possibly holiday cottage
Bed changing
Laundry and ironing
Serving guests at shoot lunches/suppers

The Couple:-

Reliable, trustworthy and easy to get along with , enthusiastic with good work ethics
Polite and well presented
Happy around a variety of people including visiting guests.
Hard working with ‘can do’ attitudes
High standards at all times
Will love country life and be happy in a very rural environment.

A competitive salary will be offered to the successful couple who can provide excellent fully checkable references.

Children and well behaved dog would be welcomed.

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

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.

Housekeeper – North Norfolk – REF 1175

Posted on October 25, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Experienced, traditional housekeeper required for large family house in the beautiful North Norfolk village of Brinningham , approx 4 miles from Holt.

We are looking for someone who has previous private household experience and would enjoy living in a peaceful rural location.

The Position:-

All housework to a high standard
Laundry and Ironing
Bed changing
Deep cleans when necessary
Fire cleaning and relaying
Unloading shopping deliveries
Restocking kitchen cupboards when required
Keeping bathrooms and kitchens clean
Occasional childcare
Driving to collect orders etc
Polishing brass and silver
Helping with breakfast
Occasional help with dinner parties

The Person:-

Reliable, trustworthy with an easy to get along with personality
Friendly and polite
Will love children and animals
Will have high standards and a good eye for detail
Must be flexible with what is required on a day to day basis
Car driver with clean licence
Non smoker

This can be a live in or live out position.

Good salary and lovely accommodation offered to the successful person who can provide fully checkable references

Please contact Georgie 07920770284 or Jackie 07979 501997 / 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

Full Time Housekeeper – Nr Stowmarket / Suffolk – Ref 1038

Posted on October 20, 2022 by Rebecca Rivett -

Full Time experienced Housekeeper required to work alongside established Head Housekeeper maintaining this beautiful private country house located between Hadleigh and Stowmarket.

This is ideally a live in position and lovely accommodation is available on site.

Private household experience preferred although previous employment on a luxury yacht or within a first class hotel would be considered.

The successful person will receive a generous salary and a lovely working environment in exchange for being a reliable, enthusiastic member of the small team all providing high standard service at all times.

The position:-

All housework to a high standard
Some cooking
Laundry and small item ironing ( bedding goes to ironing service)
Deep cleans when required
General tidying-emptying bins, dishwasher, washing machine etc –
Keeping flowers refreshed-liaising with gardens
Ordering supplies for the house
Taking instruction from the Principals and the Head Housekeeper and Estate Manager
Working along to cover holidays and days off
Working weekends on a rota basis

The Person:-

Reliable, polite, well presented with a good work ethic
Fully referenced for previous similar posts
Car driver
Non smoker
Experienced in all housework
Able to cook for the family and freezer
Happy to help with parties at times

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