A country estate in Oxfordshire is seeking a couple to manage and look after the main residence on this beautiful 90 acre Estate.

This is a family home with a couple in residence, their 3 dogs, and they have 4 grown up children between 19-24 who will come and go between studies. They will entertain on occasion and candidates must be capable of helping and providing a more elevated level of service when required.

There is a 2 bed cottage provided which is on the estate but offers privacy and separation from the main home. 

This is a full time position and will be a 5 day work week, typically with Tuesdays and Wednesdays as the off days. Responsibilities will include housekeeping, provisioning and family style, informal service over meal times. Flexibility will be required depending on circumstances, but a typical day would normally be a 9am start to assist over breakfast and an extended break in the middle of the day before returning to help with dinner and clean up. Excellent communication skills will be required to liase with the primary regarding the week ahead and evolving plans.

The family are looking for passionate professionals who take pride in keeping the home clean and presentable at all times. This could suit ex yacht crew who are looking to make the move back ashore. They are hoping to find candidates who intend to commit long term. It will be a multifaceted position and also require some maintenance of gardens and outdoor areas.

An understanding of discrection is required.

The estate is located in Oxfordshire and is rural. This will suit a couple who enjoy you country life and are happy to live away from a large city or town.

Qualifications required: prior house keeping/yacht stewardess/maintenance

Male/female: Both

Start date and joining location: Oxfordshire

Package: DOE competitive