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Live in Couple Job

  • Sector: Private Households & Estates
  • Function: Couple
  • Contact: Georgia Lester
  • Contact Phone: +442072339950
  • Start Date: March
  • Location: Wiltshire
  • Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 GPA
  • Job Ref: 126827
  • Contact Email: georgia@greycoatlumleys.co.uk

Live in Couple Job in Wiltshire

We have a lovely position for an experienced Couple to take care of a beautiful newly renovated 6 bedroom house and a newly planted garden in Wiltshire. The garden consists of 0.5 acres and includes formal beds, lawns, greenhouse etc.

The principal is a single lady. Her son and his family live on the estate as well. Also employed is a part time Housekeeper/Companion who works 4 days a week.

Duties to include but not limited to:

  • Formal and informal gardening
  • Upkeep of the grounds and surrounding areas
  • Use and maintenance of garden machinery
  • Maintaining flowers beds and a greenhouse
  • Liaising with contractors
  • Handyman duties would be a bonus (basic DIY and repairs etc)
  • Driving duties and vehicle maintenance
  • Keeping the house clean and tidy
  • Shopping and running errands
  • Preparing simple healthy meals for the principal
  • Polishing silver and care of antiques
  • Security

This stunning garden requires a competent and experienced Gardener. The ideal Couple would be kind, gentle, easy going and good communicators.

Start date: March

Working week: 5 days a week to include weekends (Thursdays to Monday). You can have 1 weekend off a month. 40 hours a week.

Accommodation: 2-bedroom separate cottage with a small garden. Dogs might be considered for the right couple.

Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 gross per annum, dependant on experience

Driving: both must be confident drivers

Job reference number:   126827

Responsible Consultant: Georgia Lester