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