Live In Houseperson, Norfolk – Ref RR1533

Position Filled
Posted on
December 21, 2023
Location
Holkham, Norfolk
Job Type
Permanent / Full-time / Employed / Live in
Role
Private Household & Estate

An exciting opportunity for a Live in Houseperson has become available at one of East Anglia’s finest Estates located on the beautiful Norfolk coast at Wells-next-the-Sea.

The Estate has 25000 acres and comprises, beautiful beaches, woodland and parkland. They also have an inn, cafes, car parks, holiday park and activities such as concerts and events.

The position is only available due to the current Houseperson being promoted within the Estate.

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.

Tel Rebecca 07771 655979 or Jackie 07979 501997/info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk