Posted on August 26, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part Time experienced Nanny required, preferably with childcare qualifications however someone with a wealth of previous experience in a similar role would be considered.
The family are located close to Norwich and are looking for someone to work 3 full days a week to allow mummy to work from home. Ideally Monday Tuesday and Wednesday 8am to 4pm.
The children (girl and boy) will be 3 and 1 respectively by March 2022 when the job will commence.
We are looking for a reliable, caring person with a genuine love of working with children providing a safe and fun environment for them.
Ideally the Nanny will encourage the children with lots of creative activities, outside play and exciting things to occupy them making their days fun and happy.
The day will comprise the following:-
- Breakfast and getting dressed for the day
- Outdoor walk or garden fun( weather dependent)
- Morning nap for younger child
- Lunch- healthy child friendly food
- Afternoon activity
- Afternoon nap for both possibly
- Light housework, washing and ironing
- Snack time
- Calm time with books etc prior to mummy finishing work.
Good salary offered to the successful person who can supply excellent references and a current DBS check.
March 2022 start date
Tel Rebecca 07771655879 or Jackie 07979501997
www.ruralrecruitment.co.uk
Posted on August 24, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Full Time Head Gardener required, preferably with horticultural qualifications, to head up this small established team managing beautiful, formal gardens totalling 8 acres.
The Position
- Full Time – 40 hours a week
- Heading up a small team of gardeners and groundsman
- Managing 8 acres (6 acres of formal garden)
- Lawn care( use of large garden machinery)
- Restocking and replanting following plans and using own initiative
- Working closely with property owners who are passionate about their garden
- Excellent understanding or seasonal requirement within the garden
- Areas of garden include-formal lawns, formal borders, cutting garden, greenhouse, vegetable garden, topiary, pond, terraces and more.
The Person will :-
- Be Reliable, enthusiastic with a genuine passion for horticulture
- Have Excellent plant knowledge (RHS qualification preferred)
- Work well within a small team and be able to advise, guide and assist others
- Be able to read landscape drawings and create new areas gin the garden when required
- Be able to successfully grow vegetables, fruit and manage the greenhouse
- Be able to use and maintain large garden machinery (ride on mower, strimmer etc)
- Have good experience with topiary and general hedgecutting
- Understand the seasons and be able to plan the work ahead
- Be fit, active and have the ability to carry out some heavy work
Good salary offered to the successful, fully referenced person.
Tel Jackie 07979 501997 or Rebecca 07771655879
Posted on August 23, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part Time experienced Gardener required for private country house located approx 2 miles from Hadleigh, Suffolk.
The ideal person will have horticultural qualifications or have previously been employed as a senior gardener with excellent plant knowledge.
The Position
- 2 Full Days a week- approx 16 hours
- Maintaining an established garden with formal borders, rose garden, vegetable garden, greenhouse, trees and hedges
- Assisting with lawn cutting when other gardener away
- Restocking and replanting where required
- Keeping the pool area neat and tidy-lawn ,flower beds etc
The Person will :-
- Be reliable, punctual with a good enthusiastic work ethic
- Have the ability to work using own initiative and have excellent horticultural knowledge
- Be able to maintain this established country garden.
- Understand the demands of the garden through the seasons
- Be able to restock and replant following garden design plans
- Work well alone and also with other gardener when necessary
Good salary offered to the successful person
Car driver essential due to rural location
References will be requested
Tel Jackie 07979501997 or Rebecca 07771655879
Posted on August 23, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Full time Housekeeper / Mothers Help required for family of 4 in East Bergholt, Colchester.
Monday- Friday, with the very occasional weekend and overnight stay
This is a permanent position and can be live in or out for the right person.
Housekeeping
- Daily cleaning of the families beautiful 8-bedroom house
- Taking care of all laundry, including ironing
- Stripping and Making beds
- Organising cupboards, drawers
- Preparing guest bedrooms
- Cooking supper for children
Childcare
- Organising school uniforms, sports kits etc
- Taking care of children when parents are out
- Occasional baby sitting or overnight stay (infrequent)
This is a lovely opportunity for someone who has very high housekeeping standards and enjoys organising a busy household making sure everything runs smoothly.
The person must be wonderful with children and animals as the house has lots of family pets (dogs, guinea pigs).
Clean driving licence essential
Upbeat, friendly person would be best suited. The person must be flexible and happy to help where needed. Previous private household experience or similar would be preferable.
For more information, please contact Rebecca on 07771 655879 or Jackie on 07979 501997
Posted on August 19, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part Time experienced Groom required for small yard approx 20 minutes from Newmarket to care for 2 large hunters and 2 ponies.
Fantastic yard and environment to work in. Access to great off road riding.
Days required will be :- Every other weekend
2 Weekdays every other week ( when not on weekends)
The Position:-
- All yard work to high standard
- Tack cleaning, tack room tidy,
- Paddock maintenance
- 8am to 5.30pm
- 2 days off a week which may be weekdays
- Riding of fit hunters
- Sole charge at times
The Groom:–
- Reliable, punctual and trustworthy
- Confident rider who is happy riding large hunters
- Have basic knowledge of equine first aid
- Enjoy assisting children with ponies
- Experienced in all yard work
- Happy to work alone
- Have a happy, friendly personality
A competitive hourly salary will be offered to the successful person.
References will be required
Tel Jackie 07979501997 or Rebecca 07771655879
www.ruralrecruitment.co.uk
Posted on August 19, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Full time or part time Housekeeper / Mothers Help required for family of 4 in East Bergholt, Colchester.
Minimum 5 hours a day, Monday- Friday.
This is a permanent position and can be live in or out for the right person.
Housekeeping
- Daily cleaning of the families beautiful 8-bedroom house
- Taking care of all laundry, including ironing
- Organising cupboards, drawers
- Cooking supper for children
Childcare
- Helping with school age children
- Organising school uniforms, sports kits etc
- Taking care of children when parents are out
- Occasional baby sitting or overnight stay (infrequent)
This is a lovely opportunity for someone who has very high housekeeping standards and enjoys organising a busy household making sure everything runs smoothly.
The person must be wonderful with children and animals as the house has lots of family pets (dogs, guinea pigs).
Clean driving licence essential
Upbeat, friendly person would be best suited
For more information, please contact Rebecca on 07771 655879 or Jackie on 07979 501997
Posted on August 18, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part Time experienced Gardener required for private country house located in Boxted, Essex – approx 15 minutes from Colchester.
We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic gardener to manage this 3 acre garden -1 full day a week throughout the year.
The garden comprises:-
- Formal lawns
- Borders
- Hedges
- Swimming Pool area
- Vegetable and cutting garden (not in use)
- Small area of fruit trees
The Gardener:-
- Will be able to operate and maintain a large ride on mower and keep lawns in good order
- Will carry out all plant care, pruning, weeding, cutting back, replanting etc
- Will be able to use a hedge cutter to maintain the hedges
- Will have experience with large garden machinery
- Will have excellent horticultural knowledge and plant identification
- Will be happy working in all weathers and understand the requirements of a garden through the seasons
- Must be happy to carry out general tidying duties around the property, sweeping, raking, chopping wood etc
Good hourly rate offered to the successful person
Tel Jackie 07979501997
www.ruralrecruitment.co.uk
Posted on August 16, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
We have a fantastic opportunity available for someone with a real interest in agriculture and the countryside. This position is offering a working/training role on a full time, permanent basis on a 40-acre family estate in Norfolk.
You will get the chance to attend college courses whilst working, and also obtain various licenses such as spray, chainsaw, tractor, large machinery etc
This position would suit someone with a genuine love for working outside in all weathers and someone who relishes the idea of learning new skills and assisting with the running of the grounds and gardens.
The person must be keen to join a small, friendly team assisting their current full time Groundsman with the following duties:
- Mowing lawns (ride and push mower)
- Mending fences
- Strimming and cutting hedges
- Cutting trees
- Clearing pathways
- Feeding animals (predominantly horses, dogs)
- Topping, harrowing and spraying fields
- Operating tractors / gators
The ideal person will have a real positive attitude to work, be happy to get stuck in with a variety of jobs, be hard working, motivated and great to be around.
Training will be offered throughout so previous experience is not essential.
Car driver imperative due to location
This would suit someone who has recently graduated from Easton and Otley college or equivalent or someone who is looking to start a career in agriculture. This is a long-term position with lots of scope to become an integral member of a small team.
References will be required.
No accommodation available so person must be local
For more information, please contact Rebecca on 07771 655879 or Jackie on 07979 501997
Posted on August 13, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
We are looking for a super, part time Housekeeper / Nanny in Gunthorpe.
Housekeeping:
3 mornings a week, 4 hours each time
- Laundry
- Loading and unloading the dishwasher
- Thorough cleaning of the house
- Mopping floors
Childcare:
4.00pm-7.00pm 2-4 evenings a week
- Sole charge of a preschool child
- Collecting older children from school
This position can be split between two people or combined if the person can accommodate the hours and requirements.
Gorgeous working environment for a busy, young family
For more information, please call Rebecca on 07771 655879 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk
Posted on August 10, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part Time experienced Housekeeper required for young family with lovely country house located near to the village of Monks Eleigh – easy access from Boxford, Sudbury and Hadleigh.
The ideal person will have previous private household experience and understand the demands of working around a family.
The housekeeper will be required to work 15 hours per week over 3 days ( mornings preferred).
The family also have a cleaner 2 days a week to help keep this large period house clean and tidy.
There are 2 young children ( 3 years and 3 months ) so mummy has her hands full and would love to know that the family home is being kept nice and clean.
Someone who can carry out laundry and ironing – stripping and remaking beds on a regular basis and making sure towels etc are washed and aired.
Occasional help with food preparation would be great and maybe a freshly baked cake would be welcomed!
There are 2 Labradors sharing the house so an animal lover is a must.
A good hourly rate will be offered to a reliable, friendly person with a good work ethic and a ‘can do’ attitude.
References will be required. Car driver essential due to location and non- smoker only.
Tel Jackie 07979501997 or Rebecca 07771655879
www.ruralrecruitment.co.uk
Posted on August 9, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part time experienced Groom/Rider required for family sports horse stud located in rural Suffolk close to Bury St Edmunds – easy access from A14.
The ideal person will be reliable, punctual and work well within a small established team who provide first class care to the stud’s beautiful horses.
The job:–
- All yard duties to a high standard-mucking out, grooming, tack cleaning, hays, waters and generally keeping all areas clean ,tidy and safe at all times
- Turning horses out and bringing in from the field
- Washing off and rugging up
- Handling Mares , foals and youngstock
- Lunging and long reining
- Clipping, plaiting, mane pulling etc
- Ridden exercise
- Weekends shared on a rota basis
The Person will:-
- Be Reliable with a good work ethic
- Be a real team player
- Have a genuine love of working with horses
- Preferably have worked in a stud environment
- Be really confident handling horses on the ground
- Have excellent turnout skills(plaiting, clipping etc)
- Be able to spot injury and illness
- Be able to follow instructions but also work using own initiative
Good hourly rate offered to the successful person.
Car driver essential due to location not being near public transport.
References will be requested.
Tel Jackie 07979501997 or Rebecca 07771655879
www.ruralrecruitment.co.uk
Posted on August 4, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Live in Couple – Massingham/ Norfolk- REF 801
We are looking for an experienced, full-time, informal live-in couple to look after the grounds and house of this impressive private home in Massingham, Norfolk.
Gardener / Handyman requirements (full time):
- Manage and maintain 60 acres of parkland, woodland, stable block, paddocks, mature gardens, lawns, formal gardens, topiary, formal hedges, trees, box hedging, paved terraces, fences, pathways etc
- Operate small and large garden machinery and tractors
- Work outside in all weathers
- Enjoy and relish working in beautiful gardens and grounds
- Have an excellent work ethic
- Be generally fit and healthy for the job
- Horticultural qualifications would be preferred
Housekeeper / cook- requirements (full time):
- Manage and clean the 11 bedroom, Arts & Craft country Manor house
- Look after all laundry
- Have a high attention to detail
- Be hardworking, very friendly and thorough
- Light cooking
Hours:
Full time hours, with some weekends.
Beautiful 3-bedroom cottage available for the successful couple
DBS checks would be preferable.
Clean driving licences and excellent previous references a must.
This position would suit an experienced, enthusiastic couple looking to work in a beautiful and large private country house in Norfolk.
Private household experience a must or 4-5* hotel experience.
Posted on August 3, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
We are looking for a wonderful Mothers Help 3 afternoons a week (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) 3.30/4.00pm-7.00pm.
The person must be happy/competent collecting three school age children from the local school, preparing a light supper each evening, helping with homework and making sure all school kit is ready for the next day. This role is predominantly about making sure the children are safely collected from school each day however before collecting the children at 5.15pm, the Mothers Help might be required to do help with any general housework/tidying, the odd bit of ironing if necessary and walking the families gorgeous dog.
The person must be reliable, trustworthy, lovely to have around and great with children.
Car driver essential due to the nature of the role, clean driving licence and ultra – safe driver is paramount.
DBS check required
For more information about this lovely, part time position please get in touch.
Posted on August 2, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part Time experienced Gardener required for private country house located on the edge of Lavenham.
The ideal person will be able to work 2 full days a week keeping this lovely garden well tended throughout the seasons. Flexibility on the days can be shown.
Must have good horticultural knowledge and also be able to operate and care for large garden machinery(ride on mower etc)
Reliability and a good work ethic essential.
Good hourly rate offered to the successful person.
References required
Tel jackie 07979501997 or Rebecca 07771655879
www.ruralrecuitment.co.uk
Posted on July 27, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part time, experienced Housekeeper required for beautiful Norfolk B&B near Holt.
We are looking for someone to do 3 – 4 mornings a week (9.00am-12.00pm) ideally Monday, Wednesday and Thursdays.
The person must have previous housekeeping experience for either a private family or similar set up.
The Housekeeper will be happy:
- Unloading and loading the dishwasher after breakfast
- Cleaning rooms to a high standard
- Stripping and making beds
- Hoovering, polishing public areas
- Washing
Gorgeous working environment, rural location therefore a car driver is essential. The person will need to have a very high attention to detail, be extremely thorough and take pride in what they do.
For more information, please contact Rebecca on 07771 655879
Posted on July 25, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part Time experienced Nanny, with childcare qualifications to care for 2 children age 4 months and 18 months.
The family live in Felixstowe and both parents have busy working days.
The Job:-
- Caring for 2 small children – 4 months and 18 months
- Working 3 days a week ( possibly 4 days in the future)
- Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
- 7.30am to 6pm
- All care from breakfast until parents get home
- Formula feeding of the 4 month baby
- Following sleep, feeding and playtime routines
The Nanny:-
- Firstly having a genuine love of working with babies
- Kind, caring, gentle and fully responsible
- Have previous Nanny experience with references
- Will have childcare qualifications
- Will have baby/children first aid certificate
- Will be reliable, punctual with a bright, fun personality to ensure the little ones are happy and mummy can relax knowing her babies are in good, safe hands.
- Will be happy keeping house tidy when babies have their rest.
Car driver essential
Non smoker only
Tel Jackie 07979501997 or Rebecca 07771655879
www.ruralrecruitment.co.uk
Posted on July 22, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part Time experienced Housekeeper/Cleaner required for lovely family farmhouse located approx 2-3 miles from Hadleigh.
High standard cleaning required within this large 6 bedroom property with 3 bathrooms. Large kitchen /breakfast/living room and further reception rooms.
Ideally we would like someone Monday and Friday each week for approx 6 hours.
All housework, laundry and ironing- bed stripping, bathroom and kitchen cleans etc.
Must have previous private household or luxury hotel experience.
Car driver essential due to the rural location
Non smoker
The family have dogs and horses so someone who is happy with animals.
Good hourly rate offered to reliable, friendly person with a good work ethic.
Posted on July 21, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part time experienced Groom required for small family yard in beautiful location near Stoke by Nayland so easy access from Colchester, Sudbury and Hadleigh
The family have 2 horses- 14.2 and 15.2, both well behaved and straight forward.
The job is :-
- 1 day in the week for 3 hours
- 1 weekend day preferably Sunday again for 3 hours
- To exercise both horses ,can be ride and lead or separately. Manege and wonderful hacking around the Estate.
- Poo picking
- Yard work
- Tack cleaning
- Bringing in from the field and tacking up for owners the weekend day
- To accompany owners out hacking-there is a bike to use
- To assist the children when they ride – one is on lead rein
There are 2 other part time, very experienced grooms at other times who have been working for the family for several years.
The Person needs to be:-
- Reliable and punctual
- Capable and confident with horses
- A good rider
- Brilliant with children with a happy disposition
- Helpful and kind
- Polite, friendly with a good work ethic
Good hourly rate offered to the successful person.
Posted on July 21, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part time experienced gardener required for private country house located close to Long Melford in the village of Liston.
Flexibility can be shown on the days but ideally ONE MORNING – ONCE A WEEK so approx 3-4 hours
The job will involve:-
- Grass care using large garden machinery of approx 1 acre of usable garden ( 2 acres total)
- Maintenance of formal borders
- Weeding, pruning, cutting back, restocking etc
- Vegetable growing
- Keeping patios clean and tidy
- Hedge cutting and tree care.
Good hourly salary offered to reliable person with good horticultural knowledge .
references required
Posted on July 20, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part time experienced person required to care for a variety of animals on a country Estate approx 15 minutes from Bury St Edmunds.
The family have sheep, chickens, ducks and rabbits and are looking for someone to come in every morning for 2 hours to cover the following:-
- Feed
- Clean out chickens and rabbits
- Check for any signs of illness or injury
- Make sure enclosures are safe and secure
- Generally check all is well
This would suit a local person with previous livestock experience.
Car driver essential due the very rural location.
references will be requested.
tel Jackie 07979501997
Posted on July 13, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part time Housekeeper/Cleaner required for equestrian facility located in Easton near Woodbridge.
The ideal person will be able to work Monday to Friday – 2pm to 7pm and be happy working within an established team
This job includes a variety of areas to keep clean and tidy all within the Estate:-
- Private house
- Offices
- Cafe
- Yard Staff facilities and accommodation
- Guest rooms
- Dressage arenas( mirrors, railings, seating etc)
- Washing and Ironing
Experience would be preferred but not essential.
references will be requested.
Tel Jackie 07979501997
Posted on July 12, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
We are looking for a wonderful, part time Nanny for 3 full days a week looking after two lovely 18 month old babies. Both children are very active and are at the age where they love learning and developing new skills, this position would therefore suit and energetic and fun person.
The ideal hours would be:
- Monday 9.00am-8.00pm
- Tuesday 9.00am-8.00pm
- Thursday 9.00am-4.00pm
There could be some flexibility for the right person.
If you are an experienced Nanny and are looking for 3 full days work a week then we would love to hear from you.
You must be experienced, great with children and really easy to be around. Glowing references a must.
Posted on July 8, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part Time housekeeper required for family house located in Bulmer near Sudbury.
We are looking for someone reliable who can assist with all housework of this period farmhouse including cleaning kitchen and bathrooms. Changing beds and carrying out the washing and ironing.
Someone who can cook the occasional meal for the couple and perhaps bake a cake.
A friendly, kind person with a really nice manner is essential.
Two weekday mornings a week ideally.
Non smoker and car driver only
Tel Jackie 07979501997
Posted on July 6, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part Time experienced Administrative Assistant required for sales company specialising in top end, niche brands close to Long Melford.
The ideal person will be reliable, polite with excellent communication skills.
We are looking for someone who can work 12 hours per week split over 2 days.
Someone organised who can carry out all administrative duties and other general office work.
A good, well spoken telephone manner is essential as well as a good command of the English language to deal with emails and other correspondence.
Experience with Apple products and Excel would be a great advantage.
Good hourly rate offered to the successful person.
Car driver and non smoker only.
References will be requested
Tel Jackie 07979501997
Posted on July 5, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part time experienced Housekeeper required for 2 neighbouring families both with 3 bedroom houses ( one has a cottage with it too) located in Liston just outside Long Melford.
The ideal person will be local and have previous private house experience. Friendly and easy to get along with.
Someone who can carry out all the housework to a high standard and be happy doing the laundry and ironing.
We are looking for someone reliable with a keen eye for detail who takes a pride in their work.
Must be willing to clean kitchens, bathrooms and windows(inside) ensuring the houses are neat and tidy.
Both houses require approx 3 or 4 hours each per week and this could be done on the same day or over 2 days so quite flexible for the right person.
Car driver and non smoker only.
Good hourly rate offered to the successful person.
Tel Jackie 07979501997
Posted on June 29, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Full time experienced Gardener/Groundsperson required for luxury hotel and private gardens.
The ideal person will be able to :-
- Carry out all lawn care for both properties including the use of large ride on mowers, rollers etc
- Keep the formal gardens immaculate- weeding, pruning, cutting back and restocking when necessary
- Understand the demands of the seasons regarding what needs to be done in the garden
- Hedge cut and strim
- Keep driveways clear and weed free
- Keep trees and shrubs around the hotel well tended at all times
- Assist with planting and landscaping of new areas
Reliability, punctuality and the ability to work well in a small team essential
A friendly, polite person with a really good work ethic .
Tel jackie 07979501997
Posted on June 26, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Experienced, live in, private cook required for family outside of Norwich.
We are looking for a lovely and very experienced cook to join a busy, fun and friendly family household cooking 3 delicious and nutritious meals a day for all members and relatives.
This is a full-time position, Wednesday-Sunday PM.
Lovely 3 bedroom cottage with beautiful garden available. Wonderful working environment.
We are hoping to find someone who loves cooking gorgeous meals using fresh, seasonal vegetables and lovely quality meat. The ideal person will be upbeat and great to be around. Someone who enjoys going that extra mile and is highly organised would be best suited.
For more information about the fantastic opportunity telephone Rebecca on 07771 655879.
Posted on June 24, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Experienced, friendly Housekeeper required for busy, private household in rural Norfolk.
Ideally 3-4 mornings a week although extra hours available if needs be.
This would suit someone who enjoys working in a busy family environment, someone that is exceptionally thorough with a high attention to detail. We are looking to find a friendly, organised, and enthusiastic person that is easy to get along with as well as flexible.
The job:
- General housework (dusting, polishing, hoovering, mopping floors, cleaning skirting, silver etc).
- Stripping and making beds.
- Loading and hanging out laundry.
- Sorting laundry and putting it in children’s cupboards.
- On the odd occasion, watching/taking care of the youngest child who is pre-school age.
- Laundry is sent away to be ironed so this is not a requirement.
If you are a housekeeper looking to work for a lovely family in a gorgeous Norfolk home then please get in touch. If you are hoping to secure slightly different hours and days from those mentioned then we may be able to accommodate your needs so do give us a call.
Posted on June 21, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Full Time, very experienced Housekeeper required for beautiful, large family home along with B & B properties.
The ideal person will have previously worked as a housekeeper within a private household or perhaps a luxury hotel and understand the demands of working around a busy family and also know the high standards required for B & B properties.
This property also has a beautiful, established wedding venue.
The position requires the following:-
- Experienced housekeeper
- Flexible person who can work 5 days a week to include weekends if changeover day
- Bed stripping and remaking.
- Following Covid 19 guidelines
- Friendly person who can help with breakfasts offering a polite, professional and efficient service
- A well presented person with very high cleaning standards
- A car driver to occasionally collect family members from station.
- Non smoker
Hours will be 07.30am to 3.30/4pm 5 days a week.
Location Chippenham, Ely, Cambridgeshire
Salary Competitive
Posted on June 11, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
We are looking for a wonderful Nanny / Mothers help for a lovely family in East Barsham, 4 miles from Fakenham in North Norfolk.
The person will be required to help during both term time and the school holidays with 3 children from 6 months to school age.
The ideal hours and days are:
School Holidays
- 3 full days a week 9.00am-6.00pm and 2 half days a week
Term Time
- 2 full days a week (Tuesday and Thursday) and 1 half day a week either on a Monday, Wednesday, or Friday
This role will be predominantly childcare based although general housekeeping/cleaning will be required whilst the children nap or are at school.
We are looking for someone enthusiastic, friendly, fun and really kind/caring who has a genuine love for children.
Excellent references a must.
Up to date DBS if possible although this can be obtained before placement.
Car driver essential.
For more information about this position please call Rebecca on 07771 655879 or Jackie on 07979 501997
Posted on June 10, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Full Time experienced Office and Contracts Administrator required for very well established Landscape Construction Company located in Bures on the Essex/Suffolk border. We are looking for a new team member who would love working within this forward thinking , professional company offering a first class service to both domestic and commercial projects. This is a multi award winning company, being a previous Chelsea Flower Show winner with entries for next year.
The Position:-
- All aspects of Administrative support to the Director, Office Manager, Contracts Manager and Estimator.
- Answering all incoming calls, dealing with them professionally, transferring to appropriate person
- Managing filing systems in accordance with company practice
- Processing tender enquiries and assisting in the production of landscape quotations including software to take accurate measurements from drawings. Help order materials
- Assist with ensuring Health and Safety compliance is met
- Prepare relevant site paperwork for Team Leaders/Landscapers
- Some database management
- Manage Vehicle and Plant maintenance
- Order stationery and other office supplies.
- Unpack deliveries and keep office tidy at all times
The Person:-
- Previous office admin experience
- Fully computer literate particularly with Excel and Outlook
- Organised, efficient and able to work under pressure
- Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
- Self motivated, can do attitude and above all a real team player
- At least 5 GCSEs A-C level preferable
- An interest in horticulture would be great
Hours:-
- Monday to Friday 08.30 to 5.00pm
An industry competitive salary will be offered along with any training that would enhance your skills
Tel Jackie 07979501997
Posted on June 7, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
FULL TIME ESTATE OFFICE PA/ADMINISTRATOR – NEAR NEWMARKET
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
Posted on June 3, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
We are looking for a Nanny/Home Help/Mothers Help two days a week from 9am to 5pm preferably Wednesdays and Thursdays.
The Wednesday will require the Nanny to look after a 2-year-old and a 3 month old baby. On the Thursday you will just have the 3-month-old baby to care for as the toddler will be at nursery.
Newborn experience is an absolute must.
The home help element will involve general tidying, washing, and cooking meals for the children.
Clean driving license is essential due to rural location. We are looking for a really friendly, caring and kind person to fit in with this lovely, young family.
We are looking for someone to start at the beginning of August.
For more information, please call Rebecca on 07771 655879 or Jackie on 07979 501997 or email info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk
Excellent references will be required
Posted on June 1, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part Time experienced Gardener/Groundsperson required for farming family located near Spalding.
The ideal person will be reliable, enthusiastic with a good work ethic and happy working outside in all weathers! Must be happy working alone most of the time.
Good horticultural knowledge to manage the formal garden and the ability to use and maintain large garden machinery ( ride on mower, strimmers etc)
Weeding, pruning, cutting back, replanting and generally understanding what needs doing throughout the year to keep the gardens and grounds looking their best.
Good hourly rate offered to successful person.
Tel Jackie 07979501997 or Rebecca 07771655879
Posted on June 1, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part Time experienced Housekeeper required for family farmhouse located approx 5 minutes from Newmarket.
We are looking for someone who can carry out high standard housework, laundry and ironing within a private household.
The ideal person will have previous, fully referenced experience of a similar role working within and around a family . Reliability, trustworthiness and a polite, easy to get along personality are a must.
The housekeeper must be able to manage the cleaning and have a “can do’ attitude understanding how to maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of a family home.
The hours will be 12.15 to 6pm – Monday, Wednesday and Friday with a total of approx 17.5 hours per week.
Would consider 2 full days a week.
Competitive salary offered.
Car driver and non smoker essential
Tel Jackie 07979501997 or Rebecca 07771655879
www.ruralrecruitment.co.uk
Posted on May 26, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part Time experienced housekeeper required for private country house located on the edge of the village of Lavenham.
Ideal hours will be 9 hours a week over 3 mornings but 2 longer mornings would be considered.
The ideal person will be able to carry out all housework on this lovely period home to a high standard-keeping it clean and tidy at all times. Must be able to work using their own initiative but also be happy to follow instructions. Someone who enjoys their work and has an easy to get along with personality.
There will be bed changing and there may be some laundry and ironing on occasions.
Someone who can be flexible and perhaps walk the family dog within the working hours if needed.
Good hourly rate offered to reliable person.
Tel Jackie 07979501997
Posted on May 26, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Full Time experienced Secretary/Administrator for high end Estate Agency located in central Norwich.
Monday to Friday / 9am to 5.30pm
The ideal person will preferably have previous Estate Agency experience and be happy working within an established, proactive team offering an extremely professional service at all times. The ideal person will have a real passion for property and a general interest in the sector.
We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills both face to face and over the phone. The successful person must have the ability to liaise with other staff members as well as clients in a polite and professional manner.
This position requires the Secretary/Administrator to be:-
- Reliable and punctual
- Polite and well presented
- Have a good command of the English Language
- Work well under pressure remaining unflustered at all times
- Organised with the ability to prioritise and keep on top of the workload
- Able to manage diaries, keep accurate records and keep staff and clients updated
- Carry out general office duties
- Be fully confident using computer systems, fully IT literate and familiar with audio typing.
This is rare and exciting opportunity for someone who loves property and would enjoy working within a fast paced environment.
If this sounds like the job for you then we would love to hear from you.
Posted on May 21, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen at one of North Norfolk’s Luxury Boutique Hotels. We are on the look out for an experienced Restaurant Manager. This position requires an upbeat, enthusiastic, and positive person. The ideal Manager will be able to proactively aid their team, ensuring the guests expectations are always exceeded.
The person needs to relish going that extra mile, we would love to find someone who is well presented, very polite and nicely spoken with a friendly and approachable way about them.
This is a full time, permanent position working in a beautiful and rewarding environment.
Weekends will be included and due to the great ethos of the hotel, a great work life balance will be paramount, therefore your hard work will be acknowledged.
The main duties will include:
- Training and supervision of both full-time and part-time food and beverage team members.
- Overseeing the implementation of budgets for both the restaurant and the bar.
- Working alongside the executive Chef to plan and develop food menus.
- Monitor and report on sales and guest feedback/requests to allow for regular updating of the beverage offering.
- Production of F & B weekly staff rotas.
- Responsibility for all departmental end-of-day procedures.
- Regular assessment and strategy implementation to increase profitability.
- Control of labour costs via effective rota management.
- Control of stock and spending via EPOS analysis and regular stock counting and reporting.
- Ensuring compliance with The Harper’s Policies & Procedures and health and safety legislation.
- Working alongside marketing team to promote events etc.
- Carry out staff performance appraisals and give feedback and training as required.
- Deliver consistent high levels of service and respond efficiently to customer complaints.
- As required, to fulfil the role of F & B Manager with a comprehensive understanding of all departmental operational requirements.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
- Two years proven work experience at senior management level within the hospitality sector (this is essential).
- Personal Liquor Licence (preferable).
- Proven customer service experience.
- Extensive Food & Beverage knowledge
- Computer literacy
- Familiarity with Hotel Perfect (or similar PMS) and EPOS.
- Strong leadership and motivational skills.
- Strong financial management skills.
Key Competencies
- Self-motivated with ability to lead and motivate a team.
- A strong communicator, polite, nicely spoken and well presented.
- Upbeat and confident.
- Customer focused.
- Always willing to go that extra mile.
For more information about this wonderful and exciting opportunity please contact Rebecca on 077721 655879 or Jackie on 07979 501997 or email info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk
Posted on May 18, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Full Time Head Gardener required for private country Estate located near Sandy Bedfordshire.
The ideal person will have fully referenced previous Head Gardener or second head experience and be able to manage a 6 acre formal garden comprising:-
- formal lawned areas
- formal borders
- greenhouse
- vegetable garden
- trees
- wedding venue
- cutting garden
Other requirements will be assisting the groundsman with the equestrian facility when necessary and maintaining hedges. Generally helping around the Estate at busy times.
Someone who is reliable and can work using their own initiative . Must be happy working in all weathers and understand the requirements during the seasons.
Large garden machinery use essential – ride on mowers, strimmers etc.
Good salary offered to the successful person.
Tel Jackie 07979501997
Posted on May 14, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part time Gardener required for private country house located between Boxford and Lavenham.
Someone who can work every other week for approx 3 hours one day a week.
The gardener must be fit and healthy to carry out digging, weeding, pruning and generally assisting the home owner where needed.
Reliability essential and must have a good work ethic.
Car driver essential due to rural location.
Good hourly rate offered.
Tel jackie 07979501997
Posted on May 5, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part Time (20-25 hours a week), experienced Head Groom required for private hunting yard located approx 2 miles from Hadleigh Suffolk.
The ideal person will have previous professional groom experience and be happy managing a yard of up to 8 horses including 4/5 in during winter.
Must have excellent turn out skills:-
- Clipping
- Plaiting
- Trimming
- Mane and tail pulling
The ability to maintain fitness of hunters and also assist with getting P2P horses fit.
Someone who understands hunting and who really enjoys all things country would be a real advantage.
Good rider essential who is happy hacking out, hunting available on occasions if desired.
All yard duties to a high standard and must be a good team player to work with established part time groom/riders.
Lorry driver would be an advantage but not a deal breaker. Car driver essential due to location.
Competitive salary offered to reliable, enthusiastic person with a really good work ethic.
There are several other grooms in the area who have a very good social life so this is not an isolated position.
Live in or out would be considered for the right person.
Tel Jackie 07979501997
www.ruralrecruitment.co.uk
Posted on April 26, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Full Time experienced Gardener/Groundsman required for beautiful gardens and farm in the village of East Bergholt.
The ideal person will have professional gardening experience and be fit, healthy with a very good work ethic. Someone enthusiastic with a genuine love of horticulture a must. RHS qualifications would be an advantage.
The Gardener will be required to:
- Operate and maintain large garden machinery, such as mowers, strimmers
- Use ride on mowers, sprayer, chain saw, hedge cutter, strimmer
- Have horticultural knowledge to assist with general garden duties
- Be happy working alone and as part of a team when required
- Carry out groundsman duties within the gardens and also around the farm as necessary
- Generally keep the grounds tidy throughout the seasons – raking leaves, mulching, weeding, trimming back trees and hedges etc.
The Gardener will be:-
- Reliable
- Punctual
- Hard Working
- Fit and Healthy (some heavy jobs involved)
- A good team player
- Experienced in all areas of gardening/groundsman duties including machine use.
- Have good horticultural knowledge ( qualifications would be good but not a deal breaker)
In return for the above the Gardener/Groundsman will be offered a competitive salary and a wonderful environment to work in.
Tel Jackie 07979501997 or Rebecca 07771655879
Posted on April 22, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Full Time Contracts Manager to join this highly successful, multi award winning Landscape Construction Company ,located on Essex/ Suffolk border. Previous winners at Chelsea Flower Show and will be entered again .
This is an office based position but will include site visits throughout the year.
This is a company who have earned a reputation for offering first class quality and service with many prestigious commercial and domestic projects completed and currently in progress.
The company is very forward thinking, professional and growing year on year.
They work with several well known designers who are always confident with any project completed by them .
What the position requires
- Reporting to the Managing Director
- Sound and demonstrable knowledge all aspects of hard landscaping and a clear understanding of setting out sites.
- Solid experience of materials, construction methods with the ability to tie hard and soft landscaping areas together.
- The ability to manage and oversee commercial and domestic projects throughout East Anglia and occasionally London.
- Managing staff on site and subcontractors with the aim of achieving maximum efficiency and profitability without any compromise to reputation and high standards of workmanship.
- Regularly meet/update clients keeping them informed of progress at all times.
- Weekly programming of jobs and staff, regularly reporting job progress-on time and on budget
- Sourcing and ordering materials from projects within budget
- Managing machinery movements and allocation to sites
- Meetings with team leaders to ensure jobs are running smoothly. Carry out team appraisals and assist with recruiting.
Skills required
- 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
- Exceptional organisational skill
- Exceptional communication skills
- A team player, committed to achieving the best results and promoting core values of the company
- A positive, proactive and hands on attitude and a very critical eye for details.
- CSCS card would be useful
- Driving licence essential
The Contracts Manager will be offered
- An industry competitive salary
- 28 days holiday (inc bank holidays)
- Any training you think would be useful and enhance your skills
- Pension
- An exciting environment with lots of opportunity to grow and for promotion
- Company vehicle
Hours of Work
7.30am to 5.00pm – Monday to Friday
Please apply now to Jackie 07979501997 or Rebecca 07771655879
www.ruralrecruitment.co.uk
Posted on April 22, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Full Time experienced Housekeeper/Cook required for private household located In rural location with the nearest town being Braintree.
Ideally this is a live in position with a fully refurbished 2 bedroom cottage available for the right person. One well behaved pet would be considered.
Duties will include :-
- All housework to a very high standard for beautiful, large country house
- Laundry including bed linen, towels etc -minimal ironing required as family use an ironing service
- Preparation of healthy family meals on occasions with cooking for the freezer
- Being flexible to assist with supper parties-serving and clearing away.
- Keeping flowers refreshed within the house
- Shopping when necessary and keeping the kitchen cupboards stocked
- Some childcare
The housekeeper must have fully referenced ,previous private household experience and have a good eye for detail. Taking a pride in their work and really enjoying managing the cleaning of a large period property essential.
Reliable, friendly with an easy to get along with personality.
Car driver due to rural location
Non Smoker only.
Excellent salary offered.
Tel jackie 07979501997
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Posted on April 20, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Part Time Home Help required for private household located near to Ware in Hertfordshire .
This position would suit someone who would enjoy a quiet life in a lovely country house both working to keep a tidy house and also being a companion .
Someone who can cook healthy meals and perhaps bake cakes on occasions. A love of the countryside and walking would be perfect.
Hours will be approx 30 per week. 6 days a week with 1 mid week day off and 1 whole weekend per month.
Most afternoons will be free until supper time, so lots of time to pursue hobbies etc.
Safe car driver essential to drive the Employer to lunches, parties and other activities. Shopping and other errands would also be required.
Non smoker only
DBS certificate
The ideal person will be reliable, trustworthy with a friendly, easy to get along with personality.
Good salary offered.
Tel Jackie 07979501997
Posted on April 12, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Full Time experienced Head Groom required for private hunting yard located approx 2 miles from Hadleigh Suffolk.
The ideal person will have previous professional groom experience and be happy managing a yard of up to 8 horses including 4/5 in during winter.
Must have excellent turn out skills :-
- Clipping
- Plaiting
- Trimming
- Mane and tail pulling
The ability to maintain fitness of hunters and also assist with getting P2P horses fit.
Someone who understands hunting and who really enjoys all things country .
Good rider essential who is happy hacking out, hunting available on occasions if desired.
All yard duties to a high standard and must be a good team player to work with established part time groom/riders.
Lorry driver would be an advantage but not a deal breaker. Car driver essential due to location.
Lovely accommodation and competitive salary offered to reliable, enthusiastic person with a really good work ethic.
There are several other grooms in the area who have a very good social life so this is not an isolated position.
Live out would be considered for the right person.
Tel Jackie 07979501997
www.ruralrecruitment.co.uk
Posted on April 6, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
**NOW FILLED**
We are looking for an experienced and qualified bookkeeper to work remotely for a luxury, British clothing company that is predominantly online based.
You will be required to:
- Produce management accounts including P & L
- Balance sheet & cash flow forecast on a monthly basis
- Process quarterly VAT returns
- Manage monthly payroll
- Use 3 main software platforms QuickBooks, Unleashed & Shopify
The ideal person:
- Would have at least 5 years bookkeeping experience
- Be qualified to at least AAT level
- Have a high attention to detail
- Have a flexible approach to work
- Have experience of QuickBooks (this is imperative)
For more information about this position, please contact Rebecca on 07771 655879 or Jackie on 07979 501997
Posted on April 4, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
Full Time Head Chef required for Public House in the market town of Sudbury, Suffolk.
We are looking for an experienced , qualified chef who can take on this exciting role as and when government restrictions allow.
The ideal person will be reliable, enthusiastic with a excellent understanding of what the public desires as far as good food using local ingredients. To ensure the kitchen produces excellent quality meals at all times and to take a genuine pride in seeing great results.
The ability to manage a small team of chefs is a must, with a organised and forward thinking personality. Someone who can liaise with the General Manager and other staff in a positive manner, offering advice and guidance. A real Team Player who gets along with everyone and who people enjoy working with.
The Head Chef will be responsible for creating and updating mouthwatering menus and be able to discuss and take suggestions from the Manager.
Budgeting, cash flow, health and safety are import factors of this role.
As with all hospitality positions there will be a rota in place, however the Head Chef will be working at busy times, weekends and evenings with the quieter days taken off.
Competitive salary offered to fully referenced candidate.
Telephone Jackie 07979501997 or Rebecca 07771655879
Posted on March 25, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
**NOW FILLED**
Full Time Assistant Manager for established shooting school located approx 3.5 miles from Braintree.
40 hours per week to include Saturday mornings.
The ideal person will be reliable, punctual with a good work ethic and a good team player.
Duties will include:
- Reporting directly to the Clubhouse Manager, working closely achieve excellent levels of service expected by the Customers and Club members
- Dealing with customers face to face, over the telephone and via email. Taking bookings and dealing with club membership and gift vouchers.
- Daily housekeeping of the clubhouse and all amenities to ensure the clubhouse and grounds are kept clean and tidy at all times
- Daily cashing up duties
- Providing onsite catering services within the clubhouse so Level 2 Hygiene certificate required.
- Assisting with stock control, keeping accurate and updated records. Ensuring stock counts are completed prior to the end of the month for Accounts Manager
- Working alongside the clubhouse Manager dealing with corporate bookings, liaising with instructors and catering options regarding each event.
Increased responsibilities in Clubhouse Manager’s absence
- Production of rotes and planning of daily operations
- Ensure team are following new procedures and processes in place
- Be responsible for all social media accounts ensuring that always active and have good brand image
- manage all budgets for the running of the shooting school which will include analysis of the profit and loss, ensuring that all areas are kept within budget
- Complete stock orders in a timely fashion to ensure sufficient levels of stock in line with delivery lead times
- Provided detailed weekly report to Board of Directors covering profit, staff , issues, achievements ,and areas where attention required
- Ensure Health and Safety procedures are followed
- Other duties as specified and requested by members of the board.
This is a very varied job so requires someone who is organised and happy working within a variety of areas.
Excellent references will be required
Tel Jackie 07979501997
Posted on March 23, 2021 by Rebecca Rivett -
**NOW FILLED**
Full Time experienced Head Housekeeper required for large privately owned country house on fabulous Estate located on the North Norfolk Coast.
Holkham Hall is a wonderful lived in family home which also boasts being one of the 10 most magnificent palaces, houses and castles in England today as part of the Treasure Houses Group.
The Position
This is a ‘hands on’ position which will require a flexible and practical approach. The Head Housekeeper is responsible for the day to day operation of the private apartments and the overall standard of cleanliness of Holkham Hall. The aim is to direct and co-ordinate a small team of staff so that the family and their guests can enjoy a happy and balanced life in their home which is open to visitors..
Discretion, sensitivity and the ability to get’ stuck in’ and lead by example. Efficient use of resources, an excellent eye for detail and strong people management skills to ensure consistently high standards are maintained.
Main Responsibilites
- Team management ensuring standards are met and exceeded as outlined in Household Manual. To coach and develop the team.
- Supervise and undertake the cleaning of the public and private apartments within the Hall. This will include furniture, pictures,ceramics and objects of exceptional value.
- Responsibility for recruitment, retention and training of all housekeeping staff. This will include regular appraisals.
- Co-ordinate preparations for visitors staying overnight in the Hall including allocating bedrooms, cleaning and laundry scheduling.
- Cleaning children’s bedrooms and play areas and to assist on occasions with supervision of the children when required and as directed by Lady Leicester.
- Supervise and carry out the laundry, dry cleaning and ironing of clothing and linen.
- Purchase household supplies as required, record expenditure and to deliver and collect items from suppliers. Liaise with florists and gardeners to ensure fresh flowers and produce available.
- Provide front of house support at public events in the Hall
- Support the Butler as required for private events
- Ensure all live-in accommodation provided in the Hall is maintained and manage handovers when staff leave and move in.
- Assist with meet and greet when necessary for private events.
- Be the main point of contact for Fakenham flower ladies and other florists(used for events)
- Flexibility to cover other duties which may be required.
Personal Qualities
- Good management experience, leading a team in the private service or hospitality environment
- Have a genuine commitment to work to highest possible standard with excellent attention to detail
- To be hardworking, flexible, energetic and trustworthy
- Excellent communication skills to make people feel welcome in the Hall
- Be able to take direction but also work under your own initiative and solve problems
- Consistently demonstrate and able to develop in others Our Five Great Behaviours
- Ability to drive and cook if necessary
Additional information
- Must have a full UK driving licence
- First Aid qualifications or willingness to attend training course
- Must be physically fit and have a good head for heights
- An enhanced DBS check will be undertaken before appointment is confirmed
Working hours will be 40 hours per week, excluding breaks and working patterns will include weekends and evenings so a flexible approach is essential. Holidays must be taken at agreed times.
Competitive salary offered.
You must have the right to live and work in the UK.
