Job Type: Permanent

Nursery Cook, East Bergholt, Suffolk. REF JF1690

Posted on June 4, 2024 by -

Experienced Cook required for lovely children’s day nursery located in the village of East Bergholt, between Ipswich and Colchester.

We are looking for someone who can work 5 days a week – Monday to Friday (no weekends) and the ideal hours will be 8am to 3pm, however flexibility can be shown to allow the cook to start and finish within school hours. This is a year round position as the nursery does not close during the normal school holidays.

The new cook will be able to cater for 50 pre -school children, creating delicious, healthy meals for them. The nursery encourages lots of variety and includes yogurts and fruit in the daily menu.

Ideally the cook would have worked within a school or perhaps a restaurant/cafe and understand the demands of a commercial kitchen.

Requirements:

  • Proficiency in food preparation and cooking techniques
  • The ability to plan and create well balanced menus suitable for the under 5s
  • Knowledge of dietary requirements
  • Strong knowledge of food safety practices
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills
  • To keep the kitchen clean, tidy and safe at all times

The Person:

  • Reliable, enthusiastic with an excellent ‘can do’ attitude
  • Very child friendly with a lovely jolly personality
  • Organised
  • Creative with healthy recipes for the children
  • Able to work within budgets
  • Approachable and open to suggestions from Nursery Owner and Managers

*The nursery supports the children within their care, protects them from maltreatment and has robust procedures in place to prevent the impairment of children’s health and development. In their setting they strive to protect children from the risk of radicalisation and they promote acceptance and tolerance of other beliefs and cultures . Safeguarding is a much wider subject than the elements covered within this single policy, therefore this document should be used in conjunction with the nursery’s other policies and procedures. Safeguarding children is everybody’s responsibility. At this nursery all staff, students and visitors are made aware of and adhere to, the policy*

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

Please email your applications to – info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

 

 

 

Live In Full Time Gardener, Cockfield, Bury St Edmunds – REF SP1688

Posted on June 3, 2024 by -

Full Time experienced Head Gardener required for a beautiful private country house located between Lavenham and Bury St Edmunds. This is a live in position with accommodation provided in the village.

We are looking for an experienced gardener, who has worked as a private gardener previously and has excellent references to look after and manage this beautiful garden consisting of flower beds, lawns, hedges, a walled garden and small vegetable patch. There is roughly 8 acres of garden and within this a large moat (separately maintained) and wild areas. There is also about 8 acres of paddocks which are either grazed or cut.

This is a full time position, Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm (hours can be flexible). This is a live in position with a 4 bedroom modern bungalow provided in the local village. There could be one days housekeeping work for the other half of the couple but this is not essential. A family and dog would be welcome.

Duties to include

  • To keep all drives, gardens, borders and paved areas clean and tidy
  • Maintain the current borders to a high standard and water all new planting and tubs
  • Cut wood and fill log baskets
  • Cutting all lawns, long grass and grass rides around the fields, hedge cutting and using weed killer where necessary
  • Keep gutters clear of leaves, etc.
  • Look after all machinery and equipment, e.g. cutters, flymos, mowers, ride on cutter, saws,  pumps, and tractor and trailer etc.
  • Maintain compost heap and bonfires
  • Maintain protectors around young trees
  • Liaise with external contractors and controlling access to the house when the owners are away
  • Plant borders and shrub work in collaboration with the owners
  • Maintain garden furniture, keep leisure areas tidy and small job repairs
  • Occasionally level the sand menage with tractor

The successful applicant will: 

  • Be passionate and enthusiastic about the garden
  • Have at least 5 years experience and worked in a private garden previously or be qualified
  • Punctual, reliable and trustworthy
  • Able to work with a part time assistant gardener and work independently as well as collaborate with the owners
  • Able to operate all garden machinery including driving a small tractor and trailer
  • Be apply to supply excellent references from previous employers

A competitive salary will be offered to the successful applicant.

For more information please contact Sophie at info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Cleaner, East Bergholt, Suffolk. REF JF1689

Posted on June 3, 2024 by -

Part Time Cleaner required for children’s day nursery located in East Bergholt, Suffolk with easy access from the A12/A14.

We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic person to manage the cleaning of this purpose built nursery to a very high standard.

The days will be Monday to Friday- 2 hours per day -10 hours total per week. The cleaner will need to work either before the nursery opens 8am or after it closes 6pm.

The position will include:-

  • Vacuuming
  • Washing floors
  • Cleaning the toilets
  • Cleaning the kitchen
  • Dusting and polishing
  • Making sure the desks, chair, and other furniture are all clean and safe to use

The person:-

  • Reliable, enthusiastic with a good work ethic
  • Local to East Bergholt (within half and hour ideally)
  • Child friendly with an easy to get along with personality
  • Experienced with commercial cleaning preferred
  • Exemplary cleaning skills with a keen eye for the finer detail

 

*The nursery supports the children within their care, protects them from maltreatment and has robust procedures in place to prevent the impairment of children’s health and development. In their setting they strive to protect children from the risk of radicalisation and they promote acceptance and tolerance of other beliefs and cultures . Safeguarding is a much wider subject than the elements covered within this single policy, therefore this document should be used in conjunction with the nursery’s other policies and procedures. Safeguarding children is everybody’s responsibility. At this nursery all staff, students and visitors are made aware of and adhere to, the policy*.

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

To apply please email – info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Part Time Gardener – Cockfield, Bury St Edmunds REF SP1687

Posted on June 3, 2024 by -

We are looking for a part time experienced Gardener for a beautiful private country house based between Bury St Edmunds and Lavenham.
The position will be 1 – 2 full day’s per week but this can be flexible. 
This position is to assist the Head Gardener. Previous gardening experience will be required and the successful applicant must be able to carry out grass cutting , hedge cutting, strimming, weeding, planting, vegetable care and general garden duties.
Good horticultural knowledge is essential.
The use and care of large garden machinery will be required.
Good hourly rate for fully referenced person.
For more information please contact Sophie at info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Pool Maintenance/ Groundsperson, White Colne, Essex REF SP1685

Posted on June 3, 2024 by -

Part Time Pool Maintenance person required for a busy private hire pool based in White Colne, Essex. The Pool Maintenance position can be worked alongside the 2 day’s a week Groundsperson position, or they can be two separate positions.

Our client has a wonderful farm that is home to a number of successful businesses they they run themselves. They would like some additional help with keeping the grounds well maintained, the maintenance of the pool managed and help with the Willow Weaving business.

The ideal person for the Pool Maintenance position will be someone very local and possibly looking for an ‘extra income’ , who doesn’t mind being available most mornings and evenings. The role does require someone every morning and evening Mon-Thurs before 8.30am and after 9pm to clean and check chemical levels of the pool. The weekends can be worked on a rota, but ideally they would be worked most of the time by the successful applicant. The total hours worked each day will be around 1.5 hours.

The groundsperson position requires someone to do any gardening/ maintenance jobs as required, including; hedge cutting, mowing, strimming, painting, fixing fences etc. Our client has a successful Willow Weaving business and the owners would love someone who is passionate with a great work ethic to be involved with this also. The groundsperson/ willow weaving would be roughly 2 days a week work and would require someone to be flexible with days.
Full training for both the Pool Maintenance and willow weaving will be given. Experience will be required for the groundsperson/ handyperson position.

The Position:-

  • Daily checking, cleaning and chemical testing of the swimming pool, both before it opens in the morning and after it closes at night. This could possibly be shared on a rota system if two applicants would like to job share.
  • General help around the farm/ estate including grass and hedge cutting, fixing fences, painting and basic handy person jobs
  • Help with the willow weaving business would be a bonus

The Person:-

  • Someone local who can be on hand to come up twice a day for the pool maintenance
  • Reliable, punctual with an excellent work ethic and attention to detail
  • Polite and well presented
  • A good team player and easy to get along with personality
  • Happy to be flexible with days/ times etc
  • Experienced with using garden machinery such as mowers, hedge cutters, strimmer’s etc.
  • Happy to work alone at times
  • Happy to take instructions and willing to learn new skills

A competitive hourly rate will be offered to the successful applicant on a self-employed basis.

Please contact Sophie at info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for further information.

URGENT Gamekeeper, Stanhoe, Norfolk – REF RR1644

Posted on June 3, 2024 by -

Gamekeeper required for large farm located in North Norfolk. This is a part time position with a total of 15 hours a week over 5 days. The farm hosts 12 shoots a year, so the new gamekeeper will be required to assist on these days.

This is a live out role.

The Position will involve:-

  • Partridge and Pheasant rearing
  • Pest Control
  • Keeping drives in good condition and maintaining the woodland etc.
  • Organising drives, shoot bus, beaters and dogs
  • Driving a Gator whilst at work
  • Tractor driver

The Person:-

  • Reliable, polite and a good communicator
  • Will hold a current shot gun licence
  • Experienced with pheasant and partridge rearing
  • A car and tractor driver with clean licence

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

To apply email-info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

PA/Private Secretary, Cambridge – REF JF1684

Posted on May 28, 2024 by -

Full Time experienced PA/Private Secretary required for HNW family located in Cambridge. The ideal person will have previously worked within a private household and understand the need for politeness and discretion at all times.

The hours will be 9am to 5pm-Monday to Friday, however flexibility will be shown around these hours from both parties when required.

The Position:

  • PA to the Principals (2)
  • Managing three properties – Cambridge, Spain and London
  • Liaising with tradespeople and utilities to keep the properties running efficiently
  • Diary Management – booking flights, hotels, appointments, meetings etc
  • Event co-ordinating for ‘set piece’ events taking place throughout the year
  • Managing projects within a Charitable Trust, attending project meetings and evaluating bids from projects being considered
  • Keeping accurate records
  • Using Google Workspace
  • Dealing with calls, emails and face to face meetings

The Person:-

  • Reliable, trustworthy with an understanding of the demand for discretion at all times
  • Polite, well presented with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Technologically adept with accurate data recording. Knowledge of Google Workspace would be advantageous and excellent IT skills essential.
  • Organised and able to prioritise workload
  • Will have excellent communication skills, written, face to face and on the phone.
  • Confident to attend meetings when necessary
  • Reasonably local to Cambridge

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

Car driver and non smoker only.

To apply please email – info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

 

Live In Houseperson (Security, Safety & Maintenance) – Norfolk – RR1683

Posted on May 24, 2024 by -

Live in Houseperson required to take care of the security and safety at one of East Anglia’s finest Estates located in beautiful Norfolk, not far from the coast.

We are looking for a reliable, trustworthy person to join the facilities and security team in this wonderful stately home. The role of Houseperson, which is very hands on, is to assist with safety and security of the Hall. Someone who can provide the best possible levels of customer service to both the family and visitors reacting in a prompt and friendly way.

The ability to turn a practical hand to all manner of maintenance jobs whilst keeping on top of mandatory tasks to keep the building running smoothly for visitors, family and staff.

There is a one bedroom apartment available within the Hall best suited to one person.

The Position:-

  • Part of the team providing Security and Safety
  • Making sure the Hall is always well presented and maintained to the highest standards
  • Responding to family requests-such as moving luggage, fire laying, dog care, furniture moving, carrying out tasks and repairs upon request.
  • Opening and closing the doors when required and keeping exit routes clear.
  • Assist with events being held at the Hall, weddings, filming, and VIP visitors to the Estate.
  • Any other duties required within the Estate
  • 5 day week which include 1 weekend day, weekends off on rota basis
  • Assisting with deliveries of equipment, stock, materials, or large parcels and to ensure their delivery to the correct person or area.
  • Assisting with maintenance and upkeep of vehicles

The Person:-

  • Reliable, trustworthy and always able to work with the upmost discretion and sensitivity
  • A friendly, easy to get along with team player
  • Well presented and polite
  • Will have a good working knowledge of fire and security alarms
  • During the winter period will be happy to assist around the Estate with decorating, repairs and replacements.
  • A car driver
  • A non smoker
  • Able to keep accurate records
  • Full up to speed with IT

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

Car driver essential and DBS check to be obtained before starting.

For more information please contact Rebecca info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

 

Office Manager, Nr Newmarket – RR1681

Posted on May 24, 2024 by -

Full time, experienced and highly organised Office Manager required for professional pre-training yard near Newmarket, Suffolk.  This is a wonderful opportunity for someone to join an extremely successful, close knit team.

Hours;

  • 40 hours a week,
  • Monday – Friday
  • 8am – 4pm or 9am – 5pm (flexible)
  • Chance to work remotely 1-2 days a week for the right person

This is a fast paced environment and will require someone who is highly efficient and organised with a great attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

If you are an experienced office manager with a passion for horses or horse racing then we would love to hear from you.

Requirements:

  • Organising vaccinations and routine veterinary work
  • Writing reports for horse owners and trainers
  • Accurate record keeping with in house system (Excel spreadsheets/Google Sheets)
  • Staff management
  • Invoicing
  • Updating and communicating with owners regularly (via telephone, email etc)
  • Keeping track of staff overtime
  • Helping the accountant with staff hours / overtime and submitting payroll
  • Additional help with social media and the company website as and when necessary

The Person:

  • Enthusiastic and self motivated
  • Interest in horses or horse racing essential
  • Experience as a racing secretary would be a real advantage but is not a deal breaker
  • Office Management or equivalent essential
  • Great communicator, with an excellent phone manner to speak with owners and trainers
  • Excellent IT skills (particularly with Excel Spreadsheets) and use of the English Language
  • Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work load
  • At least an intermediate level of Microsoft Excel
  • Polite, professional and a real team player
  • Reliable, trustworthy and discreet
  • High attention to detail, accurate and takes pride in their work

£34,000 per annum, great overall package and excellent working environment.

Car driver essential due to remote location.

For more in formation about this lovely position, please contact Rebecca info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

To apply, please send an up to date CV and covering letter.

Commercial Services Advisor, Ipswich, Suffolk. REF JF1680

Posted on May 23, 2024 by -

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time person to join the Commercial Support Team within a leading National Insurance Company, located in beautiful countryside approx 4/5 miles south of Ipswich. Easy access via A14 with free parking on site.

Monday to Friday – 9am to 5pm

As a local agency of the Insurance Company they deliver a first class, personal service and sell their product range across the region, to customers old and new, who are the core of everything they do. The new staff member must understand the need to work as part of an established team where honesty, integrity, and trust are at the heart of the Company’s values.

The Role:

Working in an upbeat and friendly team, you will play a key role in the success of an expanding local business, providing excellent customer service to their members, and working as part of a focused team. You will provide support to the Partners, review and advise customers on their insurance requirements and create cross-selling opportunities.

  • Support Partners with enquiries, existing policy alterations, and renewal reviews
  • Provide first class Customer Service by establishing their needs
  • Respond to billing and accounting queries
  • Introduce the Company’s Financial Services to new and existing customers
  • Assist with day-to-day office administration processes

The Person:

The Company are looking for a new colleague with a ‘can do’ attitude and positive energy, who will:

  • Demonstrate the drive, energy and enthusiasm required to provide a fantastic customer experience to our existing and prospective clients
  • Be a proficient IT user with good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Be a problem solver who enjoys working as part of a team with a positive ‘can do’ attitude
  • Have good organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise tasks
  • Hold a minimum of Grade C in GCSE Math’s and English ( or equivalent )
  • Have the ability and desire to learn new systems, products, processes and skills

A background in insurance or financial services would be advantageous but not essential

The Company commitment to you:

  • To invest in your personal development and to provide a comprehensive training plan allowing progression within the business
  • A supportive, friendly working environment with a strong team ethos
  • Support with qualifications
  • Pension contribution and Medical Cashback Plan
  • Beautiful countryside setting,  free on site parking, on site shower facilities
  • Unlimited access to Refer a Friend £500 bonus scheme
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Competitive salary up to £25,000

An interest in rural life, such as farming, equestrian pursuits, country sports would be great.

To apply please email – info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

 

 

Housekeeper, Higham, Suffolk – REF JF1678

Posted on May 20, 2024 by -

Experienced Housekeeper required for beautiful country house, located in the village of Higham on the Suffolk/Essex border.  Very easy access from Colchester or Ipswich.

The current housekeeper is sadly leaving, after quite a few years with the family.

The house is large with high ceilings, large staircase and big windows, so the incoming housekeeper will need to be used to working in similar properties. There are usually only one or two people in residence, so this is not a busy household.

The position will include all housework to a high standard, bed changing, laundry and ironing.

Someone with a ‘can do’ attitude , who is organised and takes a pride in their work.  There may be other tasks, such as laying fires, cleaning internal windows, sorting kitchen cupboards, cleaning silver etc.

We are looking for someone fairly local who can work 12 hours a week over 2 days, ideally:

Monday or Tuesday             4 hours

Thursday or Friday.              8 hours

Car driver preferred due to the location and non smoker essential.

A good hourly self employed salary will be offered to the successful person.

To apply email – info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Qualified Gardener Live In/ Out, Hempnall, Norfolk- REF RR1617

Posted on May 18, 2024 by -

Experienced and knowledgeable Estate Gardener required for impressive, private country estate on the outskirts of Norwich.

The person must have worked in a similar setting previously, taking care of large estate gardens / grounds all year round.

The majority of the estate is parkland/woodland, but it also has a beautiful formal garden consisting of attractive lawns, topiary, mixed beds and borders, roses, wisteria, orchard, lakes, hedges, tree lined driveway, old established trees.

The garden now needs an enthusiastic, committed and passionate person who can focus their attention on bringing it back to its original beauty. Someone with a real flair who takes a pride in their work would be best suited.

Horticultural qualifications are essential.

The successful person will be very hands on and have extensive horticultural knowledge. They will need to be energetic, ambitious and physically fit.  PA1/PA6 spray certificates and chainsaw licence are essential.  A driving licence is required for the role due to the rural location of the estate.

There is a wide range of machinery including garden tools, tractor and trailer, therefore the ability to operate a range of garden machinery and good craft skills are also desirable for the role.

Responsibilities:

  • Formal borders-pruning, cutting back plants and shrubs, watering, plant feeding, weeding, digging out, mulching
  • Lawns-mowing, edging, aerating, scarifying, fertilising
  • Hedges- cutting, shaping
  • Driving mini tractor and trailer
  • General maintenance of machinery and coordinating servicing

Groundsperson/Caretaking:

  • Driveway paths and yards- tidying, raking, brushing and leaf blowing
  • Weed control using chemical spray from backpack sprayer
  • Chainsaw use and other powered machines
  • Wood splitting manually or by machine to provide the hall with logs
  • Basic maintenance of fences
  • Leaf clearing
You will need to be organised, able to plan and prioritise your workload, have good communication skills and the ability to work alongside others and alone.
Hours:
  • 8am to 4pm Monday-Friday.
This is an employed position but if the person would rather be self employed this is an option too.
Great annual salary for the right person.
*Can be a live in or live out role*

Accommodation: wing of the main property with its own separate entrance and garden. It’s a lovely space with a large bedroom, bathroom, kitchen/diner and sitting room.

The family have dogs and wish to protect wildlife/birds, so would prefer the Housekeeper not to have pets of their own, especially cats although a well behaved dog would be welcome.

This is a full time, permanent, employed role offering a magnificent working / living environment.

Excellent, fully checkable references will be required for this lovely position.
For more information, please contact Rebecca – info@ruralreacruitment.co.uk

Nanny/Housekeeper, Hadleigh, Suffolk. REF JF1677

Posted on May 16, 2024 by -

Nanny/Housekeeper required for busy young family located approx 2 miles from Hadleigh, Suffolk .

The position will be a minimum of 18 hours a week during term time, however there will be more hours during the school holidays. Days required will be Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday- hours to be agreed.

Start date will be September 2024.

The family home is a large farmhouse in a very pretty, rural location, so the successful person will need to have their own transport as there are no public transport options.

There are 3 children to look after, ages 12, 10 and 5, so we are looking for a fun, energetic person to keep up with them! Someone who genuinely loves working with children and who can keep them entertained particularly during the long summer holiday.

The 18 hours will be split between – 12 hours childcare, 3 hours cooking, 3 hours housework.

Animal friendly person preferred as the family have dog, chickens and goats!

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

Previous childcare experience essential and fully checkable reference will be required.

A DBS check will also be required.

If you are reliable, kind,  upbeat with a ‘can do’ attitude and absolutely genuine love of children and country life then please apply now to- info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

 

 

 

 

Housekeeper/Cook/Companion, Bury St Edmunds,Suffolk. REF JF1676

Posted on May 15, 2024 by -

Part Time Housekeeper/Cook/Companion required for mature couple requiring a little help with a variety of tasks.

We are looking for someone who can work approx. 9 hours a week with the potential to increase with time.

The ideal days will be Monday, Wednesday and Friday – 3pm to 6pm.

The elderly lady has dementia, however she does not require any personal care. She needs help with food preparation, remembering medication and some company whilst walking her two dogs. A chat over a cup of tea would be very welcome too. She does not drive or go shopping, so help in these areas would be great too. A little light housekeeping will be required – eg. washing, dusting and changing sheets.

The gentleman is normally fit and active, however he will soon be returning home from an unscheduled hospital stay, resulting from a fall from his horse. A few weeks recuperation and he will be back up and running.

The ideal person must be reliable, trustworthy with a very kind, patient nature to make life a little easier for the family.

Car driver and non smoker essential.

The successful person will be offered a good hourly rate salary subject to fully checkable references.

A DBS check will be required.

To apply please email – info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

 

Afternoon Nanny / Mothers Help-RR1673

Posted on May 13, 2024 by -

We are looking for a great Nanny / Mothers help 3-5 afternoons a week (flexible), 3.30/4pm- 7.30pm.

The person must be lovely and local to Guestwick, Dereham and be wonderful with school age children (5, 8 and 10).

Term Time:

  • 3.30/4pm-7.30pm
  • 3 -5 afternoons a week

Holidays: This could be a separate role if the person would rather have the  school holidays off.

  • 9am-6pm (flexible)
  • 3 days a week (flexible)

This is a busy family of 5 who have lots going on. The family would love to find someone to replace their fantastic nanny who is leaving after 8 wonderful years.

The role will include mucking in where needed, whether that be helping with the school run, taking children to after school clubs, staying at home with the youngest who is 5 years old, cooking supper, helping with homework and bath/bedtime routine.

Car driver essential due to remote location.

DBS check will be required before the person starts. Non smoker.

The person has got to be great with children with a kind, caring and willing way about them.

If you are able to help this lovely family please get in touch.

Contact Rebecca info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

Full Time Nanny, Netherlands/Belgium. REF JF1672

Posted on May 13, 2024 by -

Full Time experienced Nanny/Mother’s help required for international equestrian family based on the Belgium/Netherlands border.

The successful person must already be working/living in Europe. Accommodation will be provided.

The family are looking for a reliable, trustworthy, experienced Nanny to care for one 6 year old little girl.

Someone kind, caring with a genuine love of working with children. An equestrian background would be an advantage making this job very attractive to someone who loves  being around horses and ponies.

The family compete internationally, so during the school holidays the Nanny will be accompanying the family on their travels, so lots of variety and changes of scenery.

During term time the position will include the following:

  • Day to day care of 6 year old little girl
  • Daily routine of breakfast, and getting ready for school
  • School runs
  • During the day keeping the house clean and tidy
  • Preparing healthy food
  • Shopping
  • Taking little girl to activities
  • Helping with homework and other studies
  • Helping her with her pony

Good salary offered to the successful person.

References and police check will be required.

Apply to – info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

 

Property Administrator- Walsingham, Norfolk- RR1671

Posted on May 13, 2024 by -

Full time, experienced and fantastic Property Administrator required for beautiful Norfolk estate in Walsingham.

The Property Administrator will be responsible for carrying out tasks associated with the letting and management of tenanted residential and commercial properties for this impressive estate.  The role requires building relationships with customers and suppliers, delivering excellent service and following processes and procedures to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

This is a lovely position situated in an idyllic rural setting that doesn’t come up very often!  It would suit someone who enjoys working in the countryside in a busy and interesting role.

Hours:

  • Full time, permanent position, 35 hours a week, Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm
  • 1 hour off for lunch

Main Responsibilities:

  • New lettings enquiries – commercial & residential
  • First point of contact for tenants and potential tenants
  • Tenant liaison
  • Drafting Licences, Tenancy Agreements etc.
  • Schedules of condition
  • Property Terrier (Database) Management
  • Property compliance
  • Property inspections
  • Recording repairs and maintenance
  • Mapping
  • End of tenancy matters & check out
  • Tenancy adjustment notices
  • Utilities & Rates management
  • General administration
  • Filing

The Person:

  • Past experience of property management/administration
  • Preferably NRLA (or similar) qualified
  • Excellent data management skills
  • Methodical & organised
  • Good communicator
  • Knowledge of property management accounting software (Landmark Keyprime, Farmplan Business Manager & Property Manager) and mapping (LandApp) software helpful
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams & Outlook)
  • Attention to detail
  • Team player
  • Problem solver
  • Professional manner at all times
  • Customer focused
  • Polite and well presented with a friendly, warm and enthusiastic way about them

Excellent, checkable references will be required before starting.

For more information about this lovely opportunity, please contact Rebecca info@ruralrecruuitment.co.uk

 

Full Time Gardener, Camberley, Surrey Ref JF1670

Posted on May 10, 2024 by -

Full Time experienced Estate Gardener required for private country estate located approx 5 miles from Camberley,  Surrey.

The house has beautiful, established gardens and we are looking for someone to join the small team,  all enthusiastic gardeners with a real passion for horticulture.

The position is Monday to Friday – 8am to 4.30pm .  There is no accommodation available on the estate.

The successful person will have previously worked within an Estate garden and be a good team player who can follow instructions.  A reliable, polite and well presented person who is easy to get along with and has a good work ethic.

The Position:

  • Use of large garden machinery – ride on mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters etc
  • Maintaining large areas of formal lawns to a high standard
  • General gardening – weeding, pruning, mulching, digging over beds, cutting back, watering, replanting etc
  • Topiary and general hedge cutting
  • Maintaining the rose garden and cutting garden
  • Tractor and implement use
  • Spraying
  • Tree maintenance
  • Water features, lakes etc
  • Vegetable growing

The Person:

  • Reliable, trustworthy and a good team player
  • Experienced with all garden machinery
  • Will have excellent horticultural knowledge
  • Happy to work in all weathers and follow instructions
  • Will be a car driver with own transport
  • Will be fit and healthy as the job can be physically demanding at times.
  • Will have tractor experience ideally.
  • Will be able to provide fully checkable references

A competitive salary and a 15% pension will be offered to the successful person. Other benefits offered.

To apply email – info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Sales Assistant – Newmarket, Suffolk RR1669

Posted on May 9, 2024 by -

Motivated and customer-oriented Retail Sales Assistant required to join a well established and close knit team. The person will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service, assisting customers with their purchases, and ensuring a positive shopping experience. This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced retail environment in the equine sector.

Hours:

  • 40 hours a week

Days:

  • Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm
  • Saturday morning 9am-1pm (1 in 3 Saturdays off)
  • When a Saturday is worked, a half day is given during the week

Responsibilities:

  • Greet customers and assist them in finding products or answering their questions
  • Provide excellent customer service by addressing customer concerns and resolving any issues
  • Maintain a clean and organised sales floor, including restocking shelves and arranging merchandise displays
  • Operate the cash register and handle financial transactions accurately
  • Promote sales by demonstrating product features and benefits to customers
  • Upsell additional products or services to increase sales revenue
  • Collaborate with team members to achieve sales goals and targets
  • Stay up-to-date with product knowledge and industry trends to provide accurate information to customers

The Person:

  •  Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Polite, professional and well presented
  • Strong time management and organisational skills
  • Basic math skills for handling cash transactions
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Previous retail sales experience is preferred but not required
  • Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends on a rota system

Wonderful working environment in the centre of gorgeous Newmarket. Great opportunities for career growth within the company. A chance to do extra courses such as a forklift licence, medicine certificate to help with worming programmes for horses and British School of Sharpening to help take care of clipper sharpening in house.

If you are passionate about providing exceptional customer service and enjoy working in a dynamic retail environment, we would love to hear from you.

This would suit a polite, friendly and bubbly person who enjoys a varied role.

For more information please contact Rebecca info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Head Groundsperson / Gardener, Hatfield Broad Oak, Essex. REF JF1668

Posted on May 9, 2024 by -

Full Time Head Groundsperson / Gardener required by private, country Estate located 5 miles South of Bishops Stortford, Essex, with easy access from A120 and M11.

The Estate is set within 45 acres of beautiful parkland just outside the village of Hatfield Broad Oak.

This is an exciting opportunity for a knowledgeable, hardworking person to manage and improve the Estate grounds, working closely with the Estate Manager.

The successful candidate will have previously been involved in all aspects of parkland maintenance,  and will also have some gardening experience with good horticultural knowledge.  Previous Estate work would be an advantage and preferred.

Someone practical with good mechanical knowledge essential with the ability to use large garden machinery, tractors, ATVs etc,  to maintain large areas of lawn to the highest standard.

This is a hands on position, however a proven track record in a leadership role would be advantageous.

Hours will be 40 per week – 8am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday with the occasional weekends if required.

DBS and NDA will be required as well as fully checkable references.

A generous salary ( dependent on experience ) will be offered to the successful person as well as 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Driver/Handyperson/Estate Worker, Newmarket, Suffolk. REF JF1667

Posted on May 8, 2024 by -

A rare opportunity has arisen for someone to join a team on a large, private Estate located 11 miles South of Newmarket and 2 miles from Wickhambrook, Suffolk.

The position will be 5 days a week, which will include weekend work on occasions.

We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic person to join the established team,  where duties will include, but not be limited to, the following:-

  • Driving duties
  • General Household Maintenance
  • General Repairs and Maintenance for the Estate properties
  • Keeping the cars in very good condition including organising services, MOTs, fuelling and maintenance
  • Supervising the swimming pool maintenance
  • Handyperson and caretaking duties
  • Looking after the cellars
  • Working for the housebuilding company on occasions
  • Providing support to the arable enterprise on the farm where required – tractor driving and carting, harvesting operations, grass cutting and tree maintenance. Training, where required will be provided.
  • Assisting the Game Keeper when required.

The Person:-

  • Reliable, punctual with an excellent work ethic
  • Polite and well presented
  • A good team player
  • Experienced with general maintenance and handy person duties
  • A car driver with a clean licence
  • Experienced in the use of large garden machinery and able to carry out grass cutting of large areas
  • Agriculturally experienced and able to drive a tractor.
  • Will live locally -no more than 40 minutes from the Estate
  • Experienced with Estate work preferred.

This is ideally a full time role however a permanent part time person would be considered.

To apply email – info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

 

Couple, Berkshire REF JF1666

Posted on May 8, 2024 by -

Couple required for private household located approx. 9 miles South of Reading, Berkshire.

The couple will be required to cover a variety of duties, which will include – Housework, Gardening, Driving, Security, Caretaking duties and Companionship within a large private country house. The previous couple retiring after 20 years with the family.

This is not an isolated position as there are other staff members employed on a part time basis.

We are looking for a really reliable, trustworthy couple who can literally do what is required and when to assist the clients. This is a live in position and a self contained apartment will be offered along with a salary to be agreed.

The starting hours will be approx 40-60 per week (combined) however this could increase if time needed to cover busy days/weeks. The hours will include weekend days as necessary and days off in lieu will be offered. The family have a house in London so are away some of the time, however they always like to have the live in couple on site. One person will be paid a full time salary and the other on an hourly basis.

The main requirement is that the successful couple are friendly and easy to get along with. People with genuinely kind, helpful natures essential. Must be patient and happy to make this mature husband and wife’s life as easy as possible.

Someone who can cook on occasions, shop and run errands for the family and enjoy the variety this job offers.

There are 2 little shetland ponies and chickens who occasionally need looking after ( checking and making sure they have feed and water etc ) A horse person would be an advantage.

Car drivers with own transport and non smokers only.

To apply, please email – info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

 

 

 

Part Time Experienced Groom, Newmarket, Suffolk Ref JF1665

Posted on May 7, 2024 by -

Part Time experienced  Groom required for private, international eventing yard located between Newmarket and Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk.

We are looking for someone reliable, enthusiastic with a brilliant work ethic to work alongside the Head Groom providing excellent care for these wonderful event horses.

All yard duties to a high standard- mucking out, tack cleaning, hays, waters, feeds, grooming, turning horses out and bringing them in from the field, rug changing, etc

Hours will be approx 24 per week over 3 days which will include weekends when the rider is away competing. Some flexibility can be shown on the number of hours for the right person.

This is a great opportunity for someone who would enjoy being part of a friendly, hard working team with the rider competing up to 5*.

The Head Groom travels to competitions with the horses so the successful person must be able to step up and keep the yard running smoothly in her absence and at other times.

This is a non riding position, however confident, experienced handling of fit competition horses on the ground is essential.

This is a very hands on role and all staff work together carrying out yard duties to a high standard, basically mucking in where required. The horses welfare comes first first, so someone who can spot injury and illness is a must.

Car driver essential, due to location.

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

Tel Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

 

Estate Gardener, Stoke by Nayland, Suffolk REF JF1662 (on hold)

Posted on April 30, 2024 by -

Full Time Senior Gardener required for private garden within a large country Estate located in the most stunning location on the Essex/Suffolk border (AONB).

We are seeking a skilled gardener who will be responsible for maintaining the gardens and grounds of a large 15th century country house. This is a hands on role that requires a strong knowledge of garden maintenance and horticulture. RHS qualifications would be preferred, however a gardener with extensive horticultural knowledge and experience would be considered.

Responsibilities:

  • Plan, create and maintain the garden
  • Carry out all lawn care, such as mowing, strimming, edging etc
  • Plant, cultivate and care for flowers, trees, shrubs and other plants
  • Maintain the drive and keep parkland tidy
  • Implement appropriate pest control
  • Operate large garden machinery such as ride on mower, strimmer, hedge cutter etc
  • Train and supervise other staff members as required
  • Maintain accurate records of garden activities

Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in garden maintenance or landscape management
  • Extensive horticultural knowledge
  • Proficiency in using power tools and hand tools
  • Strong understanding of irrigation systems
  • Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
  • Physical stamina to perform manual labour in various weather conditions
  • A polite, well mannered and easy to get along with personality
  • Driving licence

The successful person will be offered a generous salary and accommodation on the Estate.

Fully checkable references will be requested.

To apply please contact Jackie via- info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

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Private Office PA, Stoke by Nayland, Suffolk REF JF 1661

Posted on April 30, 2024 by -

Full Time experienced Personal Assistant required by a private household on an Estate set in the most beautiful location on the Essex/Suffolk border (AONB). The property is easily accessed from Sudbury, Colchester and Ipswich.

This position offers the opportunity for the successful person to travel to London ( bi-weekly on Wednesdays ).  The other 4 days the PA will be based in the office in Suffolk.

The hours will be:

09.00 – 13.00 and 13.30 – 17.30

The bi weekly London Wednesday hours will be:

10.00 – 13.00 and 13.30 – 16.30

The Position:

  • Diary Management
  • Dealing with emails, calls and private correspondence
  • Organising all administrative work for the Principal including philanthropic work
  • General office / insurance / administrative duties
  • Organising properties in the UK and abroad
  • Organising travel arrangements for the Principal
  • House Management for large 15th century country house
  • Being the first point of contact for the domestic and estate staff
  • Cottage Management
  • Accurate data recording
  • Working with Mac systems
  • Bookkeeping/Accounts using XERO – training will be given
  • Travelling to London ( Kensington ) alternate Wednesdays

The Person will be:

  • Reliable, discreet, punctual and enthusiastic
  • Well presented and polite
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experienced with working within a private household
  • Comfortable liaising with a variety of people, The Principals, other PAs and estate staff, Accountants, Land Agents etc
  • Very competent with IT
  • A car driver with own transport
  • A non smoker
  • Within 45 minutes commute of Stoke by Nayland
  • Able to provide fully checkable references

To apply please telephone Jackie 07979 501997 or email – info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

Part Time Gardener- Nr Woodrising, Norfolk – REF RR1660

Posted on April 30, 2024 by -

Experienced and well referenced, self employed gardener required for lovely private mini Estate near Hingham, Norfolk. The position is to assist the Estates Grounds Person, taking care of all gardening duties. Previous private gardening work essential with a good understanding of horticulture.

The main responsibilities will be:

  • Maintaining formal borders
  • Weeding
  • Planting
  • Watering
  • Pruning trees and shrubs
  • Maintaining design of garden
  • Taking care of roses and looking after all patio plants
  • Operating garden machinery, tools, ride on and push mower

The person must be very knowledgeable and either have horticultural qualifications or have previous experience working for private clients as their head/sole gardener.

Hours:

1-2 full days a week  (flexible)

Self Employed basis only

For more information, please contact Rebecca via info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

Live in Couple (Housekeeper / Estate Gardener) – Norfolk- RR1659

Posted on April 29, 2024 by -

Experienced, live in Couple required for impressive, private,  country manor house not far from Norwich, Norfolk.

We are looking for a reliable, experienced and well referenced couple to take care of this beautiful estate which consists of a large 12 bedroom family home and wonderful gardens / woodland.

This would suit a couple who have worked in a similar setting previously and have excellent references to back this.

Housekeeper:

The Role/Responsibilities: 

  • The house is a large, 12 bedroom family home, arranged over three storeys, so the housekeeper will need to be physically fit and capable of managing a house of this size
  • Maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of the families private home all year round
  • Taking care of general cleaning such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, and vacuuming
  • Deep cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, and other higher use rooms
  • Making beds and changing linens
  • Managing all household laundry and ironing
  • Restocking supplies such as toiletries and towels
  • Emptying bins
  • Restocking vases with fresh flowers
  • Keeping on top of all cleaning supplies and restocking when needed
  • Responding to family and guest requests in a timely, friendly and professional manner as and when necessary
  • Polishing antiques and silverware
  • Occasional house/pet sitting

The person:

  • Previous experience in hotel or private household essential, with formal training
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
  • Excellent time management skills to prioritise tasks effectively
  • Ability to work independently
  • Good communication skills to interact with family members, guests and other members of staff
  • Firm knowledge of hotel or private housekeeping procedures and techniques
  • Familiarity with cleaning equipment and products
  • Passionate about what they do with a high attention to detail
  • Discreet, professional and lovely to have around
  • Someone careful who takes pride in their work

Estate Gardener

The majority of the estate is parkland/woodland, but it also has a beautiful formal garden consisting of attractive lawns, topiary, mixed beds and borders, roses, wisteria, orchard, lakes, hedges, tree lined driveway, old established trees.

The garden now needs an enthusiastic, committed and passionate person who can focus their attention on bringing it back to its original beauty. Someone with a real flair who takes a pride in their work would be best suited.

The successful person will be very hands on and have extensive horticultural knowledge. They will need to be energetic, ambitious and physically fit.  PA1/PA6 spray certificates and chainsaw licence are essential.  A driving licence is required for the role due to the rural location of the estate.

There is a wide range of machinery including garden tools, tractor and trailer, therefore the ability to operate a range of garden machinery and good craft skills are also desirable for the role.

Responsibilities:

  • Orchard and vegetable garden
  • Formal borders-pruning, cutting back plants and shrubs, watering, plant feeding, weeding, digging out, mulching
  • Lawns-mowing, edging, aerating, scarifying, fertilising
  • Hedges- cutting, shaping
  • Driving mini tractor and trailer
  • General maintenance of machinery and coordinating servicing

Groundsperson/Caretaking:

  • Planting (trees, wildflower and border flowers)
  • Driveway paths and yards- tidying, raking, brushing and leaf blowing
  • Weed control using chemical spray from backpack sprayer
  • Chainsaw use and other powered machines
  • Wood splitting manually or by machine to provide the hall with logs
  • Basic maintenance of fences
  • Leaf clearing
The couple will need to be organised, able to plan and prioritise their workload, have good communication skills and the ability to work alongside others and alone.

Accommodation:

The property is adjacent to the main house. It has its own entrance and garden. It consists of two double bedrooms (15 feet x 10.5, and 15.5 feet x 15.5), a very large reception room (21 feet x 15 feet), a kitchen dining room (15.5 feet x 10), and a shower room.

The family have dogs and Peacocks and wish to protect wildlife/birds, so the couple sadly cannot have a cat, but a well behaved dog would be welcome.

This is a full time, permanent, employed role offering a magnificent working / living environment.

Fully checkable references and an up to date, enhanced DBS check will be required from both of  the couple before starting.

For more information about this great opportunity, please contact Rebecca info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Live in Housekeeper / House Person- Norfolk Coast- Ref RR1657

Posted on April 25, 2024 by -

We are looking for a wonderful, live in Housekeeper  / House Person to help support a lovely family of 4 in Norfolk.

Hours: 40 hours per week (including weekend work), to be agreed with the family

Overall job purpose

This full-time, live-in role, will require a flexible and practical approach.  The role of the Housekeeper is to provide a pro-active, consistent general housekeeping service to the family.

Job description

The following is intended to provide guidance as to duties but it is not exhaustive.  You will from time to time be required to undertake other activities of a similar nature that fall within your capabilities as directed by the principle.

  • To ensure that the Hall is tidy and organised at all times.
  • To manage the 2x part-time cleaners, assisting with deep cleans from time to time.
  • To carry out all the laundry, ironing and bed linen changes for the principle and his children, when they are at home.
  • To shop for the household food, cleaning and other domestic items.
  • To cook for the principle, his children and any guests, as required.
  • To ensure that you always remain aware and alert to the family’s needs, responding to those needs in a timely, polite and efficient manner, even when busy.
  • To always work with the utmost discretion and sensitivity with regards to the family and their guests.
  • To ensure that the house is ready for any events or entertaining, including preparing guest bedrooms, if required.
  • To carry out daily household chores such as loading and unloading the dishwasher and emptying the bins.
  • To be flexible and responsive to support other members of the Estate team, so that a high level of service is consistently delivered, and we operate as one team.
  • To identify and alert house owner of any maintenance issues arising concerning fixtures and fittings in the family home.
  • To replenish log baskets and lay fires, as required.
  • To walk and feed the dogs, as required.
  • To feed the chickens and put them away at night, as required.
  • To undertake any other relevant activities or errands which fall under the general scope of this role.

Personal Qualities

The successful candidate will:-

  • Possess previous housekeeping experience, ideally in a private household.
  • Be friendly, reliable, hardworking, discrete and trustworthy.
  • Be flexible, energetic and pro-active.
  • Be able to work as a team player as well as a stand alone employee
  • Be good at taking direction but also able to work under your own initiative and solve problems.
  • Have a genuine commitment to work to the highest possible standards with excellent attention to detail.
  • Have a positive attitude and an ability to work calmly under pressure.
  • Have the right to live and work in the UK
  • Possess a full, clean UK driving licence and ideally have their own car (due to the rural location of family home)
  • Be a non-smoker.

Other

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS check and will need to have excellent previous employment references.

Weekend and bank holiday working will be required. 

It would be great if the person has some connection with Norfolk or is local to the area.

Package

  • Competitive annual salary
  • Accommodation with a private garden for the employee and a partner. One well-behaved dog is also permitted.  Water rates and WIFI are included.  Electricity, heating oil and council tax are excluded.

Couple, Tisbury, Wiltshire Ref JF1656

Posted on April 25, 2024 by -

Full Time Live In Couple required for very large, Georgian, country house located approx 13 miles West of Salisbury, Wiltshire.

We are looking for a full time housekeeper and part time houseperson/security/driver with extensive private household experience to manage the following duties within this beautiful country house:-

  • Housekeeping to a very high standard
  • Laundry and ironing
  • Basic cooking for the family ( usually 2 people ) and guests on occasions
  • Bringing in logs and laying the fires
  • Basis maintenance – changing lightbulbs, checking alarms, cleaning windows, liaising with tradespeople, cleaning and putting away garden furniture etc.
  • Driving the principals occasionally
  • Keeping the cars clean and ready for use.

The housekeeper will have a keen eye for the finer detail and an enthusiastic, ‘can do’ attitude.

The couple will be polite, well mannered and very easy to get along with.

Although the property is on a grand scale there are mostly only two people in residence,  so the majority of the rooms will be unused and therefore will only require regular dusting and preparing for guests on occasions with deep cleans when necessary.

Someone who is happy changing beds, cleaning bathrooms and generally keeping the house in a clean tidy condition at all times.

Basic cooking would also be required and assistance serving etc when the family entertain.

Animal lovers essential as the family have 3 dogs who will need looking after at times.

This is a Monday to Friday position, however weekend work will be required at busy times and days off will be given in lieu of this.

Non smokers, car drivers and English as their first language essential.

A generous salary will be offered as well as accommodation within a wing of the house (own entrance)

Tel Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

Marketing Manager, Suffolk ref JF1655

Posted on April 25, 2024 by -

Full Time experienced Marketing Manager required for beautiful, luxury hotel located close to the market town of Hadleigh, Suffolk. The hotel comprises 15 stunning bedrooms, a busy restaurant with a popular bar, a 7 bedroom private house, 2 mews houses, an incredible spa and pools, a wedding venue, Italian gardens, helipad, tennis court and vineyards, all occupying an elevated position with stunning river and valley views.

We are looking for someone to join this small friendly, hard working team, providing first class service with enthusiasm and passion.

The Marketing Manager will be highly skilled and have a solid background within hospitality or luxury brands and be proficient in developing and implementing marketing strategies to promote the business. Someone creative and an analytical thinker who can effectively manage marketing campaigns and drive business growth.

The normal working days will be Monday to Friday with weekend availability.

The Position:-

  • Developing and executing marketing strategies to meet company objectives
  • Conducting effective market research to identify target audience and customer preferences
  • Creating and managing marketing campaigns, including digital, print and social media
  • Collaborating with other teams to implement marketing initiatives
  • Monitoring and analysing the campaign performance
  • Managing the marketing budget and allocating resources effectively
  • Staying up to date with industry trends

The Person:-

  • Proven work experience as a Marketing Manager or similar role, ideally within hospitality
  • Strong knowledge of marketing principles, including digital marketing techniques
  • Experienced with developing and executing successful marketing campaigns
  • Proficient in using marketing software and tools, such as CRM systems and analytics platforms
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions
  • Ability to manage multi projects simultaneously and be able to meet deadlines

The successful person will be offered a salary of between £34,000 and £37,000 per annum, with benefits such as 28 days holiday, on-site parking, employee discounts and the opportunity to work from home at times( to be agreed )

To apply, please email – info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

Weekend Groom, Bildeston, Suffolk REF JF1653

Posted on April 24, 2024 by -

Part Time experienced Groom required for small, private yard located near Bildeston, Suffolk.

We are looking for someone who can work weekends, ideally both days, but flexibility can be shown.

Someone who can perhaps work Saturday and Sunday mornings for approx 2-3 hours, or maybe one of the days 2 hours in the morning and 2 hours in the afternoon.

The position will include:-

  • All general yard duties to a high standard-mucking out, poo picking, hays, waters, sweeping the yard etc
  • Handling horses on the ground- this will include youngstock at times
  • Turning horses out and bringing them in from the field.
  • Checking for injury and reporting to owner
  • Making up haynets and filling water buckets
  • Grooming the horses

The Person:-

  • Reliable and trustworthy with a genuine love of working with horses
  • Confident around youngstock
  • Within half an hour of Bildeston
  • An experienced horse person who understands what needs doing and when
  • Car driver due to rural location
  • Previously worked with horses

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

Please apply to – info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

 

Cook, Camberley, Surrey – REF JF1651

Posted on April 22, 2024 by -

Are you an experienced cook looking for an exciting culinary opportunity in a private household? We are seeking a dedicated individual to join the domestic team, providing the highest standard of service and support.

As a Cook in our private household, you will be responsible for planning menus, preparing and serving meals for the family and their guests. This role involves maintaining impeccable standards of cleanliness in the kitchens, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and managing food supplies and catering accounts within budget constraints.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain cleanliness and functionality of kitchens and equipment.
  • Plan menus, prepare and serve meals for the family and guests, keeping accurate records.
  • Order food supplies, manage stock, and oversee catering accounts.
  • Stay updated on hygiene regulations and ensure adherence to health and safety standards.

About you 

  • Sound cooking experience, ideally within a private household setting.
  • City and Guilds catering qualification (or equivalent) and a Food Hygiene Certificate.
  • Confidence in cooking for varying group sizes and occasions.
  • Strong planning and organisational skills, with budget management experience.
  • Punctual, organised, meticulous, and able to work in a timely manner.
  • Personable with excellent communication skills.
  • Team player with the ability to work effectively and flexibly in a small team.
  • Hands-on and flexible attitude, committed to maintaining the highest service standards.

About the role

Average of 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday).

Flexible approach to working hours and weekend duties as required, including split shifts.

If you are passionate about delivering excellence in a culinary role within a private household, we invite you to apply. Be part of a dedicated team committed to maintaining and providing the highest standards of service.

In return you will receive a benefits package that includes:

  • 25 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays;
  • A 15% employer contribution pension scheme.

To apply please email – info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

Gardener , Ipswich , Suffolk – REF JF1647

Posted on April 22, 2024 by -

Enthusiastic, capable gardener required to help breathe life into this beautiful historic garden of a significant country house based near Ipswich, Suffolk.

The garden consists of a walled garden, a cutting garden, ornamental trees, herbaceous borders, lawn and leisure areas totalling around 4 acres.

We are looking for someone with excellent plant knowledge who can solely maintain and develop the planted areas of the garden or someone who would be happy to have a varied role to include grass and hedge cutting with good plant knowledge.

Ideally the hours will be 24 per week over 3 days per week , however the family would consider offering a full time position if required.   Accommodation could be available for the right person.

The person:

  • Someone enthusiastic, passionate and knowledgeable
  • Excellent horticultural knowledge and experience of historic gardens would be desirable
  • Hard working, loyal and trustworthy
  • Happy to work with the owners of the property to breathe life back into this beautiful garden
  • Car driver with own transport
  • Physically fit as the job can involve lifting etc.

The Position:

  • Maintaining the mature gardens, trees and borders
  • Re-planting of the garden where necessary
  • Greenhouse work
  • Hedge and lawn cutting (If dual role is to be considered)
  • Researching and planting of the historic garden to restore it back to it’s former glory!

For more information please email info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

Farm Secretary / Accounts Assistant -Burnham Market, Norfolk -Ref RR1650

Posted on April 22, 2024 by -

Part Time experienced Farm Secretary / Accounts person required for North Norfolk farm.

The ideal person will be local and able to work between 2-3 days a week, from 9am-1pm. We are looking for a reliable, experienced person who is computer literate, polite and professional. This is an arable farm but there are also cows on site and a beautiful vineyard.

The position will involve:-

  • All farm recording using FarmPlan
  • Use of Gatekeeper and Excel
  • Payroll (Ernie)
  • Invoicing and bank reconciliation
  • General bookkeeping
  • Preparing farm accounts and budgets
  • Dealing with VAT and tax returns
  • Completing legislative and management records
  • Calculating employees’ pay and keeping employment records.
  • Arranging quotations for buying, hiring and maintaining farm machinery and equipment

The Person:-

  • Reliable, punctual, organised with an easy to get along with personality
  • Well presented, polite with excellent communication skills
  • Fully IT confident-excel
  • Car driver with own transport
  • Non smoker

Competitive salary offered to the successful person.

Contact  Rebecca info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Reservations & Sales Manager for Luxury Norfolk Retreat- West Lexham- RR1649

Posted on April 19, 2024 by -

Fantastic Reservations & Sales Manager required for beautiful Norfolk Retreat on a full time, permanent basis. This is a superb opportunity for someone to join a successful, family run business with a small, dedicated and close knit team.

The retreat attracts clients from all over the world, so the position would suit someone who is naturally good at liaising with a variety of different people.

We are looking for a dynamic, polite, reliable and well presented Manager. The role would ideally suit someone with Reservation Supervisory or Management experience within the Hotel, Wellbeing or Holiday sectors.

Key responsibilities

  • Heading up a very small reservations team (currently one other person)
  • Efficiently managing holiday/glamping bookings as well as larger group bookings
  • Conducting show-rounds and discussing guest’s requirements
  • Close working with Marketing, Housekeeping and Catering teams to ensure successful retreats and events
  • Highlight areas of potential growth and liaise with Marketing to maximise sales.
  • Set and track, report and meet sales goals
  • Develop and lead, motivate and enthuse your sales team to ensure the best results from their activities
  • Proactively seek out new sales
  • Constantly look for and implement improvements to the customer journey

Role requirements

  • Be highly motivated, energetic and enthusiastic
  • Excellent customer service
  • Proven experience with operating a recognised Booking or CRM system
  • Have experience in planning and implementing sales strategies and customer relationship management 
  • Strong organisational and administrational ability
  • Willingness to work 5 shifts per week including alternate weekends
  • The role is predominantly office hours, there is a need to work later shifts when required
  • A passion for health and wellbeing 

Package and Benefits:

  • Competitive rates of pay depending on experience and skills
  • Bonus scheme to be developed based on KPIs.
  • Supportive culture, which encourages work/life balance
  • 29 days holiday per year (28 days then birthday double pay or day off)
  • Full time hours are 40 hours per week
  • Support & Guidance – You will be guided and supported by a dedicated team
  • Excellent working environment
  • Dog friendly site
  • Staff discount in the café
  • Casual dress
  • Company pension
  • Free parking

For more information about this excellent opportunity, please contact Rebecca info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

Live In Couple – (Gardener/ Handyperson & Housekeeper), Bures, Essex – JF/SP1645

Posted on April 18, 2024 by -

We are looking for a couple to work together within a beautiful, private, country house located in rural Essex two miles from the village of Bures. This will be a part time role for both the housekeeper and gardener with accommodation included in the form of a 2-bed cottage within the grounds. The couple should want to live in an unspoilt rural location.

This is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced couple looking to work part time and would ideally suit a retired or semi-retired couple.  It would also be an opportunity for a couple who could find extra work in the area to make up their hours. Previous housekeeping and gardening/handyperson experience is required. The ideal couple will be friendly, sociable, trustworthy, loyal and hard working.

The house is owned by a retired couple who have dogs, horses and some sheep. The garden is roughly 1.5 – 2 acres and consists of borders, hedges, formal lawns with a large ornamental pond.

The hours would be 6 hours per week housekeeping and 16 hours per week split over 4 days for the gardener/ handyperson.

Housekeeper:

  • General housework/ cleaning throughout the 5 bedroom and 3 bathrooms house.
  • Occasional Ironing
  • Polishing

Gardener/ Handyperson:

  • All gardening duties, including hedge cutting and strimming
  • Some gardening knowledge an advantage in this lovely established garden
  • Handyperson duties around the farm such as fixing fences, minor repairs and general upkeep of the house, gardens and outbuildings

Ad hoc duties:

  • Checking the horses and sheep and generally looking after the house when the couple are away
  • Maintaining the cottage and garden that comes with it
  • Assisting the owners of the property with outdoor and indoor jobs as and when required

Accommodation:

The use of a two-bed centrally heated cottage is included in the position. The cottage will be un-furnished. Rent, Council tax and water are included in the package; but not oil or electricity. The cottage has a good garden which you will be expected to maintain. There is the use of a large shed for storage and use as a garage and separate lockable shed.

A good salary will be offered to the right couple.

For more information please email info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk or call Sophie on 07889 849 175

 

Gardener, Boxford, Suffolk Ref JF 1648

Posted on April 17, 2024 by -

Part Time Gardener required for private country house located between Boxford and Lavenham.

We are looking for a reliable person who can commit to 3/4 hours a week.

The ideal person will be able to carry out the following tasks:-

  • Hedge cutting using petrol hedgecutter
  • Weeding
  • Pruning
  • Cutting back
  • Fruit tree pruning
  • Lawn edging
  • Occasional lawn mowing using large ride on mower
  • Strimming
  • Restocking formal beds when necessary

The Person:-

  • Experienced with all general gardening tasks
  • Horticulturally experienced with good plant knowledge
  • Able to use large garden machinery
  • Will have a driving licence and own transport
  • Will be physically fit to carry out heavy work at times

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

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Part Time Gardener, Halesworth, Suffolk -REF JF1643

Posted on April 17, 2024 by -

Part Time experienced Gardener required for private country house located close to Halesworth,  Suffolk.

The hours will be 8am to 4pm – 2 days a week ( to be agreed )

A good hourly rate will be offered.

The garden is approximately 2/3 acres with a mixture of lawns, herbaceous borders, hedges , orchard, fruit trees, vegetable garden to be developed and other areas being improved.

There is a swimming pool with several pots on the terrace.

The gardener must have excellent horticultural knowledge and be able to create new areas within the garden when necessary-RHS qualifications would be an advantage but not a dealbreaker.

Someone who can carry out all general gardening tasks to a high standard and who understands what needs doing and when throughout the year.

Use of large garden machinery, such as ride on mower, strimmer etc will be required.

The successful person must be happy working alone, and not mind working in all weathers.

Reliability, enthusiasm and a good work ethic are essential.

Car driver with own transport is a must.

Physical fitness is important as some heavy work can been involved.

To apply please email – info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

 

Full Time PA, Sproughton, Ipswich, Suffolk REF JF1641

Posted on April 16, 2024 by -

Full Time experienced PA required to support the Partners within an established firm of Chartered Surveyors and property advisors located approximately 3 miles from the centre of Ipswich, Suffolk.

Salary: £30,000 – £34,000

Benefits: 25 days’ holiday (plus Bank Holidays), Private Medical Insurance, Pension, Death in Service (all benefits after qualifying period), free onsite parking.

Contract: Full-time, Office Based, Permanent (Monday – Friday), 9:00 a.m – 5:30 p.m.

The office is located in the village of Sproughton, close to Ipswich and with good access from the A12 and A14.

The Role

To work as a key member of the team supporting a dynamic, driven and commercially focussed business of property consultants, by providing a wide range of services to the Partners of the firm in the form of PA and secretarial duties, including diary management, travel arrangements, typing and report creation, confident telephone manner, considerable client contact daily.

The role will be, at times, pressured but as part of a small yet effective team, responsibilities are shared.

The role will be to work very closely with the Partners and their clients to always deliver a first-class service, operating largely in the Rural sector across East Anglia and further afield.

The individual will report to one of the Partners who will be their line manager and who will support them in the development of their career, as well as liaising with the Office Manager in relation to any training requirements to enhance their abilities to perform the role most effectively.

The Partnership has expanded in the last 18 months and is now seeking a conscientious, organised, full time PA with good secretarial ability, audio typing, first-class attention to detail, and organisational skills, who can grow into the role and develop the back up and PA support to the Partners, allowing them to further develop and profitably grow the business.

The successful applicant will need to work as part of a team but also have the initiative to work independently and with enthusiasm, be willing to bring forward new ideas, whilst at the same time embracing current practises.

The role will be varied, and responsibilities will include but not limited to –

  • day-to-day PA support.
  • providing accurate and timely transcription of dictation
  • invoicing on behalf of the Partners and liaising with clients to ensure timely payment of accounts.
  • building relationships with clients, suppliers, and related businesses.
  • management of Partners electronic diaries, planning and scheduling client meetings, conferences, travel arrangements etc.
  • managing and ensuring effective electronic and historic filing is undertaken on a regular basis, to ensure files are kept fully up to date.
  • when necessary, involvement in the management of the business’s website and the production of marketing material as required.

The Individual:

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate sound organisational skills and PA experience in a professional environment whilst being willing to share in secretarial responsibilities, enjoys being part of a team, is highly professional and enthusiastic in their approach to the role, whilst the same time is not afraid to challenge the status quo with new ideas and approaches.

In addition, the successful individual will have:

  • sound audio typing skills
  • excellent diary management
  • a can do attitude
  • high degree of accuracy and pride in their work.
  • strong verbal, written and numeracy skills, confident communication abilities.
  • effective time management and organisational skills not only for their own work but for influencing those for whom they are working.
  • a high degree of integrity and the ability to manage and identify confidential information.
  • excellent IT skills including MS office/PowerPoint/Excel, and the ability to adapt to existing internal systems.
  • a positive, imaginative, and creative approach to that work.
  • good geographical knowledge of Suffolk, Norfolk and Essex.
  • a sense of humour

To apply please telephone Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

Live in Couple – (Housekeeper / Grounds Person) – Essex- RR1639

Posted on April 11, 2024 by -

We are looking for an experienced, loyal and trustworthy couple to manage and run a beautiful listed, 74 acre country estate in Essex.

This really is a fantastic opportunity offering great working hours for a quieter, friendly family who are not always in residence.

They are looking for a couple who have great organisation and communication skills, who have ideally worked for a private household previously in a similar role.

Hours;

  • Full time, Monday-Friday
  • Occasional House/ Pet sitting (agreed in advance and additional pay)

House Keeper / Light gardening (approximately 2 days a week in the house, 3 days in the garden):

  • Regular ordinary cleaning throughout the historic, listed house (7 bedrooms)
  • Washing & changing of bedlinen & towels
  • Cleaning windows
  • Watering plants in house & greenhouse
  • Occasional cooking for family members and guests
  • Driving to collect goods, supplies and people occasionally
  • Receiving post and parcels, etc
  • First point of contact
  • Basic admin, regular monthly meter readings etc
  • Weeding, tidying & pruning perennial borders (& small shrubs) under guidance if not experienced in such areas
  • General assistance on outside jobs with the groundskeeper
  • Mucking in where needed
  • Basic help feeding and checking flock of sheep

Grounds keeper:

This person must be capable of all elements of grounds maintenance, general property maintenance
and grassland farm upkeep.

Regular duties include:

  • Mowing lawns with walk behind mowers
  • Edging lawns & grass
  • Manual weeding, hand rogueing of grassed areas & farm grassland
  • Weeding around trees & hedges, maintaining tree protection and guards
  • Pruning hedges, shrubs & small trees (from ground) in the correct seasons
  • Orchard maintenance
  • Ability to use all hand-held gardening tools – manual & mechanical
  • Ability to drive tractors, compact and large, is essential and telehandler a benefit

Adhoc duties:

  • Clearing gutters & exterior cleaning of buildings and cladding
  • Cleaning external high level glazing where possible
  • Repairing of stock fencing / post & rail (existing only – to keep in good order)
  •  Maintaining clean and tidy tool sheds and storage areas, along with disposal of rubbish, hay ,chaff and any unwanted items by agreement with the employer
  • Help round sheep up occasionally
  • House / Pet sitting

Accommodation:

Lovely 2 / 3 bedroom cottage available adjacent to the main house. Newly refurbished, all utility bills included and Wi-Fi

Well behaved pet welcome.

The family have three dogs although they are usually only in residence when they are. They also have horses and great equine facilities which a long standing groom takes care of.

Great package on offer for an experienced, well referenced and DBS checked couple.

To apply, please email you CV and covering letter to Rebecca at info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

Accounts Person / Bookkeeper – Newmarket centre – RR1635

Posted on April 9, 2024 by -

Full time, experienced and qualified Accounts Person / Bookkeeper required for lovely family run business in the Centre of Newmarket.

Hours:

  • 8.30-4.30pm or 9am-5pm (flexible re start and finish time)
  • Monday-Friday
  • Office based role but the potential to do 1, possibly 2 days a week remote working

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using accounting software such as Xero and Lightspeed
  • Process accounts payable and ensure timely payment of invoices
  • Reconcile bank statements and credit card transactions
  • Prepare financial reports
  • Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes
  • Assist with year-end audits and tax preparation
  • Provide support to the finance team as needed

Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as a Bookkeeper or in a similar role
  • Proficiency in using accounting software such as Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks
  • Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and procedures
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
  • Solid knowledge of basic accounting principles
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • AAT qualified

Package:

  • Salary: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per annum
  • Employee discount
  • Free parking

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

Racing Secretary- Newmarket- REF RR1634

Posted on April 9, 2024 by -

Full time Racing Secretary required for lovely family yard in Newmarket, Suffolk.  This is a great opportunity for someone who loves horse racing and is keen to join a small, successful and friendly team.

Hours:

40 hours a week in total to include a 3-4 hours every Saturday (Saturday hours can be worked remotely if preferred)

  • 4 days a week – 8am-5pm
  • Remaining 1 day a week (preferably a Thursday) 8am-1pm
  • Plus a Saturday morning 3-4 hours (either on site or remote)

Requirements:

  • Taking care of all entries and declarations
  • Updating and communicating with owners regularly (via telephone, email etc)
  • Keeping track of staff overtime
  • Helping the accountant with staff hours / overtime
  • Additional help with social media and the company website as and when necessary
  • Taking photos of horses on the yard and uploading them onto the inhouse system or sending to owners as and when requested
  • Helping with microchipping (if the person has equine experience)
  • Using Yardman software – uploading horses details, passport etc (training provided if required)
  • Working closely alongside current secretary, sharing the workload

The Person:

  • Enthusiastic and self motivated
  • Interest in horses or horse racing would be preferred
  • Experience as a racing secretary would be a real advantage but is not a deal breaker
  • Great communicator, who can picks things up easily
  • Excellent IT skills and use of the English language
  • Polite, professional and a real team player
  • Reliable, trustworthy and discreet
  • High attention to detail, accurate and takes pride in their work

For more in formation about this lovely position, please contact Rebecca info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

Full Time Nanny, Halstead, Essex REF – SP1632

Posted on April 7, 2024 by -

Full Time experienced Nanny required for busy young family located in semi-rural location close to Halstead. The role is ideally live out but the option to live in could be considered. 

This is a full time role, Monday – Friday, 7.30am – 6.30pm, where you will be looking after a lovely 3 year old boy during the day and also doing the school drop off’s and pick up’s for the older two children. The 3 year old will be going to nursery 3 days a week from September, at which time the role will drop down to 2 full days (7.30am – 6.30pm) then wrap around care for the 3 children the other 3 days of the week. The role will be full time during the school holidays from September.

The ideal person will be reliable, flexible and kind with a genuine love of working with small children. The ability to cook healthy, delicious meals for the children is a must.  A tidy person who is happy to keep on top of tidying children’s areas as well as bed changing and children’s laundry. The family has two lovely Labrador dogs, so a dog friendly person is also a must. 

Car driver essential due to location and school/nursery drop off and pick up, as the school is a 30 minute drive away.

The Position:

  • Care of the 3 year old boy during the day, ideally spending as much time outside as possible plus taking to local play groups/ days out
  • Taking the two older children to and from school  – this is a 30 minute drive away so the person must be a confident and proficient driver
  • After school care for all 3 children including cooking tea, bath and bedtime routine
  • Children’s laundry, cleaning and bed changing 
  • Keeping areas tidy

The Person:

  • Reliable, flexible, kind & trustworthy with a calm, friendly personality
  • Ideally childcare qualified
  • Car driver with clean licence
  • Can cook healthy meals
  • Natural rapport with children 
  • Someone clean and tidy who could perhaps provide additional housekeeping duties when the hours drop down from September

The successful person will be offered a good salary between £30,000 – £35,000 dependant on experience. Fully checkable references will be requested.

Please call Sophie on 07889 849 175 or email info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk for more information.

Full Time Competition Groom – Cambridgeshire -REF JF1631

Posted on April 5, 2024 by -

Full Time experienced competition groom required for small family eventing yard competing at a high level both home and abroad.  The yard is located close to Cambridge with easy access from the A14.  5 days a week which will include weekends during the eventing season. Days off will be given during the week in lieu when required.

Great opportunity to join a young, energetic team all working together to provide first class care for these wonderful horses. The horses and riders compete to a high level with exciting times ahead.

Car driver essential and lorry driver preferred

The Position:-

  • Working alongside other competition grooms providing first class care for 9 event horses
  • All yard duties
  • Preparing horses for competition -plaiting, clipping, trimming, mane/tail pulling etc to exceptional standard.
  • Exercising fit event horses – hacking and warming up for rider
  • Preparing horses and lorry for travel
  • Grooming at events – tacking up, studding up, washing off and cooling off- being highly organised and efficient
  • Keeping yard, tack room etc in a clean, tidy and safe condition at all times
  • Travelling to events both UK and abroad.

The Person:-

  • Reliable, punctual with a really good work ethic
  • A good team player with an easy to get along with personality
  • A good confident rider who is happy to hack competition horses
  • Must have excellent turn out skills-clipping, plaiting etc
  • A lorry driver with HGV would be preferred
  • Car driver essential
  • Experience with eventers desirable
  • Happy to travel with the team

Excellent salary offered to the successful person.

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

 

 

Companion, Hadleigh, Suffolk -REF JF1629

Posted on April 4, 2024 by -

Part Time Companion required for elderly lady located in Hadleigh, Suffolk.

This lovely lady is struggling with her memory ( short term ), however she is fit, active and requires no personal care at all. She is very neat and tidy around the house and still cooks and shops for herself.

We are looking for a reliable, trustworthy person to help with making appointments and taking the lady to these appointments, as she forgets at times!

Someone kind with a really nice easy to get along with personality who is patient and caring with the time to sit and have a cup of tea and a chat.

Ideally the successful person will be able to go to the lady’s home 3 mornings a week for approx 2/3 hours a time and maybe go out for a walk or attend various appointments-hairdressers etc.

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

 

 

Couple , Newmarket, Suffolk – REF JF1625

Posted on April 4, 2024 by -

Couple or individual required to carry out a variety of duties on a part time live in basis.

The hours will be approx 25 per week and will cover the following:

  • Housework
  • Laundry and ironing
  • Cooking
  • Driving
  • Grass cutting
  • Hedge cutting
  • General gardening-weeding, pruning, watering etc
  • Pet care – 2 spaniels

The current housekeeper is retiring after 30 years and the elderly gardener is cutting down his hours.

This is a lovely varied position and would suit a semi retired person or couple who enjoy country life and want to keep active. Animal lover essential.

Car driver with clean licence is a must.

There is a 2/3 bedroom house with a garden and a good salary offered to the successful person.  Fully checkable references will be requested and a DBS check.

Apply via email to-info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

 

Part Time Groom, Halstead, Essex REF JF1627

Posted on April 3, 2024 by -

Part Time experienced Groom required for family yard located approx 4 miles from Halstead and 9 miles North of Colchester.

We are looking for someone to take over from the current lady who is leaving after 8 years, so this is a highly recommended position.

There is accommodation available if required.

The current groom works approx 2-3 hours a day, caring for 2/3 thoroughbreds who hunt regularly, so someone who can turn horses out immaculately would be a great advantage.

The position will include all yard duties to a high standard, riding and handling fit horses on the ground, feeding, hays, waters, turning our and bringing in from the field, checking for injuries and illness, liaising with vets, farriers, feed merchants etc,

Lorry driver would be great but not a dealbreaker.

The ideal person will be reliable, trustworthy and have many years of working with horses behind them.

References will be requested.

Email/info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

Groom/Groundsperson, Halstead, Essex REF JF1624

Posted on April 3, 2024 by -

Full Time Groom/Groundsperson required for family yard located near Halstead Essex. Easy access from the A12 and A120.

The family have 2 horses at the moment but there will be another added to the yard shortly.

The Groom will be required to carry out all yard duties, exercise the horses ( with another rider ), clip, plait and generally keep the yard and horses in good condition at all times. The horses live out all summer and come back into work in July through to March. A lorry driver would be great but not a dealbreaker and someone who can turn the horses out for hunting would be an advantage.

There is a 3 bedroom house available on site and a couple would be considered who can manage the two jobs between them. Well behaved pet welcome too.

Car driver essential.

The Groundsperson will be required to maintain the grounds alongside a gardener, strimming, weeding, pruning, hedge cutting, spraying and basic handyperson duties around the yard. Dog care also required at times.

If the person or couple decide not to live in, housesitting will be required at times throughout the year.

email: info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

Housekeeper, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Ref JF1626

Posted on April 2, 2024 by -

Part Time experienced Housekeeper required for busy family with large Georgian farmhouse located approx 3 miles East of Bury St Edmunds.

We are looking for a reliable, friendly person who can manage the housework within this family home to a very high standard.

The hours will be 12 per week over 4 mornings – Monday to Thursday with the flexibility to assist at other times, such as shoot lunches ( by arrangement)

There is another housekeeper employed Fridays.

The current housekeeper is sadly leaving after 6 years and they would love the incoming person to be looking for a long term position.

The Position:-

  • All housework to a high standard
  • Laundry and ironing
  • Bed changing
  • Silver cleaning
  • Antique care
  • Specialist fabric care
  • Occasional pet care  (2 dogs)

The Person:-

  • Reliable, trustworthy with a good work ethic
  • Local – within half an hour of property ideally
  • Experienced with a managing the housework of a large house to a high standard.
  • A good ironer
  • Happy to undertake a variety of tasks such as silver polishing, antique care etc
  • Flexible and able to assist with shoot lunches during the season.
  • Car driver with own transport

A good salary will be offered on a self employed basis to the successful person who can provided fully checkable references.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk

 

Nanny, Felixstowe, Suffolk Ref JF1623

Posted on March 28, 2024 by -

Part Time experienced Nanny required for busy family located approx 5 miles North of Felixstowe and 13 miles South of Ipswich. Easy access via A14 from all routes.

This is a Monday to Friday position and the hours will be 08.30am to 1.30pm.

We are looking for a reliable, kind, caring Nanny who can look after this lovely little baby age 3 months.

The ideal person will  have extensive experience with newborns and first years,  with a genuine love of working with children.

The family live in a rural location in a large country house so a car driver with own transport is a must.

Non smoker only.

Someone who is happy feeding baby, settling for naps, taking baby in pram/buggy for walks and generally providing the best possible care at all times.

Childcare qualifications would be preferable, however a super experienced, fully referenced Nanny would be considered.

Start date will be April 2024.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997 / info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk