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Location: Village near Oxford Accommodation: Self-contained annex of the main residence
Overview We are an active and independent couple approaching our 90th year, seeking a qualified and experienced carer to live in a private annex on our property.
While we do not currently require full-time care, we are planning ahead. The role will involve driving, light caretaking and practical support initially, with the expectation that it will develop into a more hands on carer role over time.
The role could be part time, at least initially, which would leave the carer with the opportunity to take other part-time roles.
Key Responsibilities • Provide carer services as required and we ready to transition into a carer role, which could be full-time, as our needs evolve • Assist during periods of increased need (e.g. post-operative recovery) • Provide on-site presence, particularly when we are away • Assist with general household and organisational tasks • Run local errands, check deliveries, and prepare simple meals when required • Support with care of two whippet dogs •Occasional driving • Be first point of contact for personal alarm calls
BOX: 325455Permanent Part Time - Save
Our clients, a busy family of four, are looking for an experienced and cheerful Housekeeper for their newly renovated 6-bedroom home (ensuite).
The home is immaculate, and the role will require the successful candidate to manage the housekeeping to a very high standard and have a good eye for detail.
Additionally, there are two outbuildings which are to be cleaned once per month.
Dog lover essential. You must be a non – smoker. Occasional housesitting when the family are on holiday circa 4 weeks per year. This will be paid by separate arrangement.
The house is quite technical; it is essentially a smart home and runs off iPads on the walls in the house, so you must be confident technically.
All household ironing, changing beds and towels.
Rural location, two miles from Wetherby. Applicants must reliably be able to commit to driving to this location each day.
Competitive salary offered to the successful applicant, 28 days holiday and a pension.
BOX: 316571Competitive SalaryPermanent Full Time - Save
A part-time housekeeper required to support a warm and friendly elderly couple in their everyday household tasks, requiring approximately 20 hours per week, with some flexibility for additional hours if needed.
This position is located in the scenic Scottish Borders—just 2 miles from Earlston, 4 miles from Melrose, and 35 miles from Edinburgh.
We’re in search of an organised, trustworthy, and dependable individual who possesses a kind and caring nature, someone who truly appreciates the beauty of countryside living.
A full UK driver’s license is necessary, as some driving duties will be involved. A car will be provided for errands and appointments.
If required we also offer the possibility of a separate cottage with a garden provided as the accommodation. Couples are encouraged to apply, and if desired, there may be opportunities for gardening or support for the wider family.
Start date: End of May 2026
BOX: 324839Permanent Part Time - Save
Very attractive room with en suite bathroom to let, in exceptionally beautiful surroundings in the Scottish Borders, near the historic town of Melrose, and an hour's drive from Edinburgh. It is also within easy reach of the local hospital, the BGH.
This room would particularly suit an artist or writer or somebody doing research, or just working from home, or somebody interested in nature It is very peaceful and quiet. There is a large and beautiful garden, bordering woodland with a river running through it.
For somebody who might be interested, there could be studio / office space in addition - to be discussed.
I am happy to rent out this room, and possible studio space, for a small rent, in the region of £200.00 for a small amount of help. (I do employ cleaning help already) I am a professional artist, myself, and am also a musician. I would love to find somebody who might broadly share my interests, which also include literature and poetry, science, psychology, gardening, and more besides. I am passionate about Cats and have worked, with my art, to raise money for Big Cats. I love all animals and birds.
BOX: 325013Permanent - Save
Residential Carer and Companion required for our client, a 90-year-old gentleman, living on his own in Templepatrick just outside Belfast.
You must be available to arrive at the client's home for a full handover and work until 3 June.
Our client’s home is within an estate of a lovely old castle, and the Carer would occupy a room and bathroom on the top floor of the house as our client sleeps downstairs.
The role is to primarily provide companionship to the gentleman who has an interest in many sports including rugby and football. Two years ago, the family recognised some short-term memory loss and last year he was diagnosed with rectal cancer. He had radiotherapy to bring the tumour down and had a stoma fitted. This has given him a new lease of life! You will need to be a dog lover as our client has a black Labrador which needs daily walks and feeding. The post would suit applicants with experience of caring for someone with a stoma, poor mobility and experience of dementia. A clean driving licence is required. The client has a car for the Carer to use for shopping and taking him to his appointments.
BOX: 325391Competitive SalaryTemporary Full Time
SaveAn experienced, professional and competent Head Housekeeper is sought for a large Estate located in Surrey.
The Head Housekeeper will head up the HK department and manage two other permanent professionals: the role is hands on and requires team work, self management as well as experience in a collaborative, fair manner. The Head Housekeeper will lead by example and create a functional, sustainable working pattern. There are dogs in residence, therefore the right professional will be happy to work in a pet-friendly environment. Flexibility and eagerness to help is key for this role : this is an ideal venture for any professionals looking for a change in settings, life- work balance and longevity.
The tone of the household is rather laid-back, the Principals travel frequently and wish to create a homely and welcoming atmosphere across all departments.
START DATE: ASAP
ROLE HIGHLIGHTS: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm - flexible at times when and if required.
BOX: 325074United Kingdom, Oxshott£50K plus / annuallyPermanent Full Time- Save
LIVE IN HOUSEKEEPER, PART-TIME, GLOUCESTERSHIRE
Calm, capable, charming and willing to turn your hand to anything? You may be just the person we need.
Our easy going Father is in his 80s and has recently become a widower and would welcome help in the home; hopefully you will be a driver, animal lover, able to manage basic cooking, help with simple admin tasks as well as cleaning and other household chores. You also need to be a non-smoker and discreet.
In return, we are offering a good salary, in line with experience. This is a part-time role, 4 hours a day with occasional house sitting and evening driving. Live in, lovely large ensuite bedroom in a charming rural farmhouse. You are free to take on other employment.
Excellent references, DBS required.
Please apply with CV
No agencies.
BOX: 324132Permanent Part Time - Save
Our clients are seeking an experienced Housekeeper, Gardener and Handyman (M/F) couple.
Their home is a stunning 6-bedroom recently renovated Georgian manor house situated in 7.5 acres of beautiful gardens in a quiet hamlet, close to Chepstow.
The gardens comprise of mostly lawn, with trees including redwoods and beech. There is a large bedding area at the front of the house with roses and other perennials planned.
The principals enjoy cooking themselves but would like the housekeeper to cook lunch on occasions and they would appreciate very occasional help with preparation for dinner parties or for friends staying overnight.
Housekeeper duties include general cleaning, all laundry, silver polishing, mopping marble floors. The Gardener/Handyman (m/f) duties include trimming hedges, cutting grass, planting and weeding. Horticultural knowledge is preferred. During the winter when there is less gardening, some light handywork such as gutter cleaning may be required.
BOX: 323585Competitive SalaryPermanent Full Time - Save
A professional and experienced Domestic Couple is sought for a private family residence in the Bristol area. This is a long-term position within a well-run and respectful household, suited to a couple who take pride in maintaining high standards and working collaboratively. A warm and considerate family environment is offered.
Duties to include: • High-standard housekeeping and laundry • General household organisation • Basic gardening and property upkeep • Driving and general household support • Occasional assistance when entertaining The ideal couple will be: • Experienced within private households • Discreet, reliable and self-motivated • Flexible in approach with a positive attitude • In possession of a clean driving licence • Able to provide excellent references 40 hours per week (flexibility required).
Excellent combined salary of £60,000–£70,000, with comfortable live-in accommodation provided.
This is a stable, long-term opportunity for a capable and committed couple.
BOX: 325118£50K plus / annuallyPermanent Full Time - Save
This is a high-profile opportunity for an experienced, proactive Butler to manage the daily operations, logistics, and service for a private estate in Hertfordshire. The role demands high-level service, discretion, and multitasking to ensure the principal’s comfort, typically including wardrobe management, formal service,
Key Responsibilities Culinary & Formal Service Triple-Meal Service: Prepare and serve a refined Lunch and a high-quality Dinner on both working days. Fortnightly Afternoon Tea: Every two weeks, prepare and serve a formal Afternoon Tea at a time decided by the Principal, featuring loose-leaf tea, finger sandwiches, and warm scones. Table Setting & Clearing: Expertly lay the table for all meals; provide silent, unobtrusive clearing and reset the dining area to a pristine state. Beverage Service: Full bar and wine service; ensuring the cellar is managed and drinks are served to preference.
BOX: 325117Permanent Full Time - Save
Happy to take on people with no care experience if they are willing to be dedicated to the role. Providing care for a 33-year-old wheelchair user living with wife. I lead a busy life and work 4 days a week as a government Economist, so no two days are ever the same. You need to be a fit, motivated and respectful person to both me and my family. This role requires a compassionate, reliable, and skilled individual who can multitask and is dedicated to providing high-quality support and care.
Organisational skills, common sense, thoroughness, efficiency and initiative are expected. It is essential they are willing to contribute to living in a healthy family household as I want to be able to live in a household where I contribute to the tasks as a normal family member would. We require the individual to respect our personal privacy as we will respect theirs.
My flat is near easy transportation. All training will be given and a great learning opportunity. This is not agency work.
BOX: 325090United Kingdom, LondonCompetitive SalaryContract Part Time - Save
A senior housekeeper is required for a large home in Sunninghill, Ascot.
Working alongside the House Manager the position will entail: Overseeing wardrobe care of luxury garments and handling of delicate fabrics Management of all laundry in house and organising items to be sent for dry cleaning Preparation and cooking of varied meals for the homeowners and overseeing pantry organisation.
Proficiency in cleaning techniques across the household Working with the House manager to ensure a smooth operation within the home Happy to assist with the care, walking and feeding of family pets
Working week ideally Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9:30am-2:30pm Salary £17-22 per hour dependant on experience
Please apply with CV
BOX: 325082United Kingdom, ascot£21 - £30 / hourlyContract Part Time - Save
We are seeking a kind, trustworthy, and experienced part-time housekeeper to join our home in SW11.
Hours: 12 hours per week, across 2 to 3 days Starting at 9:30am each day (flexible)
Responsibilities include: • Cleaning to a high standard • Laundry and ironing • Changing bed linen • Managing dry cleaning • Keeping wardrobes and drawers beautifully organised
We are a warm and respectful married couple living in a five-bedroom converted Victorian schoolhouse. We are looking for someone who takes genuine pride in their work, has a strong eye for detail, and enjoys maintaining a calm and orderly home.
Requirements: • Previous private household experience • Excellent references • Reliable, discreet, and proactive • Comfortable working independently
BOX: 325080Permanent Part Time - Save
We are seeking an energetic dedicated housekeeper with high standards for our home. This position is for one person only, with no dependent children, but with a partner who has their own occupation.
You would be required to work 5 mornings a week and the role involves maintaining our home’s pristine condition which would include laundry, all general cleaning, running basic errands and occasionally helping with food preparation. Occasional weekends, helping with dinner/lunch parties and airport runs would also be required.
This position is not suitable for a retired couple.
This position is for a totally separate self-contained unfurnished one bedroom semi-detached cottage with sitting room, dining room/study, bedroom and kitchen and garden with views over fields. There is also space for a small workshop.
Council Tax, water and sewage is covered.
BOX: 324402Permanent Part Time - Save
An experienced and proactive domestic couple is required to support a busy informal family. This is a long-term, Tuesday – Saturday Inc. role for a capable, forward-thinking, practical couple who work well as a team and understand the demands of a busy family and private household.
Cook / Housekeeper
Responsibilities will include: • Day-to-day household management and organisation • High-standard cleaning and care of a family home • Cooking healthy, family-style meals (and occasional entertaining) • Laundry, ironing and wardrobe care • Running errands and general household support • Potential involvement with childcare and/or pets and housesitting
Estate Management / Maintenance
Responsibilities will include: • Overall oversight of the estate, main house and outbuildings • Grounds, pool and tennis court maintenance • General handyman and maintenance of machinery • Animal care • Managing and liaising with external contractors • Monitoring and maintaining property systems and security • Driving (school runs and errands)
BOX: 324554Competitive SalaryPermanent Full Time - Save
We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic couple for a full‑time, long‑term position running our 20‑acre family home. Both partners should be confident drivers, love dogs and be happy to care for our two spaniels (including regular walks) while we are often away.
Key duties, to be divided between the couple as appropriate, include: general property care (security, routine maintenance, overseeing contractors, acting as the “eyes and ears” of the house and grounds), year‑round care and presentation of the gardens and grounds (flowers, borders, shrubs, lawns and kitchen garden), housekeeping (cleaning, laundry, simple family cooking and some weekend entertaining support), regular driving for local errands and a monthly trip to our London property, plus occasional travel to our home in Provence if desired. Care and basic maintenance of the household cars, including a couple of vintage vehicles, is also required.
We are frequently out of residence, so you should be able to work confidently on your own initiative, be highly organised and flexible about working some weekends.
BOX: 324945United Kingdom, Newbury, Berks£30 - £35K / annuallyPermanent Full Time - Save
We are a friendly family of five with three children aged 9, 12 and 14, looking for an experienced and proactive couple to help care for and manage our much-loved weekend home near Haslemere in West Sussex. We have a cockapoo so the applicant needs to be dog friendly.
This role would suit a reliable, self-motivated couple with previous experience working in a private household who enjoy taking pride in a home and its surroundings. The position involves the overall care and smooth running of the property both inside and out.
Key responsibilities will include property care and management, gardening, pool maintenance, housekeeping, and general household organisation. When the family is in residence, you will have to cook for the family and any guests, so being a confident and capable cook is important. Ordering groceries and household supplies will also form part of the role. We live in London during the week and typically visit the house a couple of weekends each month, as well as during some school holidays.
BOX: 324968Competitive SalaryPermanent Full Time - Save
Residential Carer and Companion required for our client, a 90-year-old gentleman, living on his own in Templepatrick just outside Belfast.
Our client’s home is within an estate of a lovely old castle, and the Carer would occupy a room and bathroom on the top floor of the house as our client sleeps downstairs.
The role is to primarily provide companionship to the gentleman who has an interest in many sports including rugby and football. Two years ago, the family recognised some short-term memory loss and last year he was diagnosed with rectal cancer. He had radiotherapy to bring the tumour down and had a stoma fitted. This has given him a new lease of life! You will need to be a dog lover as our client has a black Labrador which needs daily walks and feeding. The post would suit applicants with experience of caring for someone with a stoma, poor mobility and experience of dementia. A clean driving licence is required. The client has a car for the Carer to use for shopping and taking him to his appointments. A competitive salary is offered to the successful candidate.
BOX: 324970Competitive SalaryPermanent Part Time - Save
Looking for a live in carer for respite, 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off for about 3 months. For an english gentlemen 62 years old, who suffered a stroke in 2012. He has recovered physically but has cognitive difficulties, no intiative, no motivation. Needs to be directed permanently and motivated, meals to be cooked and activities organised and taken to.
We live in the south of france, accomodation is with us, independent ensuite bedroom and car provided. Necessary to be able to drive. We have a dog that loves to go out walking too, and a grandchild 4 years old, who often comes to stay.
I need some extra help and new energy to get my husband out rather than sitting watching tv all day.
Please apply with CV.
BOX: 324871NegotiableDays - Save
LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER FOR A HISTORIC HOUSE BASED IN THE SCOTTISH BORDERS - Urgently Required
Head Housekeeper required for family run Historic House open to the public and also with 3 rooms to let on a B&B basis for which the housekeeper will also be responsible and be in charge of a small team.
Duties will include, cleaning, welcoming guests, cooking breakfasts, occasional evening functions. Experience in hospitality an advantage.
Clean driving licence and car essential. We are based in a rural location so love of countryside essential.
Spacious flat offered in main house with all utilities paid.
For full job description please apply with CV
BOX: 324751Permanent Full Time