Gardener/Caretaker, Ipswich, Suffolk. REF JF1897

A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Gardener/Caretaker to join a small team who take care of this fabulous country house located close to the coast in East Anglia.

The property is close to the coast providing a great area for walking and generally enjoying the beautiful Suffolk countryside.

Someone who loves dogs would be perfect to continue the family dog’s training and adventures.

The previous employee retired after 24 happy years, making this a highly recommended position.

The successful person will be offered a one bedroom cottage in the grounds and a generous salary in exchange for working 40 hours a week with flexibility to assist with animal care and security at weekends.

This position will be best suited to someone mature and looking to settle into a long term role

The Position:

• Maintaining a large established garden to a high standard
• Carrying out all lawn care using ride on and pedestrian mowers, strimming, edging etc
• Maintaining the herbaceous borders, vegetable garden and other areas throughout the year
• Watering plants in the house, greenhouse and conservatory
• Keeping terraces, paths and driveway clean and tidy
• Security and Caretaking 24/7 for alarm purposes
• Checking the heating oil level and making sure heating is on when family return to the house.
• Heated pool maintenance
• Daily care of the family dog
• Feeding 4 Alpacas on a daily basis
• Liaising with tradesmen, deliveries and expected visitors
• Emptying bins
• Changing light bulbs
• Errands, such as buying newspapers and other items
• Occasional local driving – station etc

The Person will:

• Be reliable, trustworthy, discreet and really nice to have around
• Be be polite and personable
• Have experience working within a private household, as a houseman, butler or similar
• Have professional gardening experience
• Have good maintenance experience – inside and outside
• Have a full UK driving licence
• Be animal friendly and have experience with dogs

A stand alone, one bedroom cottage and all utilities will be provided as well as a salary between £28,000 and £30,000 depending on experience. A car will be available for exclusive use.

References will be requested.

For further information or to apply please email – info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk