Animal loving Housekeeper (no cooking) & Maintenance/Gardener for Herts, 2 bed flat £80k

Katherine Shields Private Staff Ltd Full time

Animal loving Housekeeper (no cooking) & Maintenance/Gardener for Herts, 2 bed flat £80k

An energetic, practical, and reliabledomestic couple are sort to join a busy private household in a semi-rural setting. Thisis a hands-on role suited to individuals who take pride in their work, arephysically fit, and enjoy a varied day-to-day routine.

The employers are semi-retired professionals who remainon call for emergency services. As such, flexibility is essential, particularlywith regard to working patterns and days off. The successful couple will playan important role in ensuring the smooth running of the household, includingthe care of much loved animals when the employers are unavailable.

Key Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for all housekeeping duties includingcleaning, tidying, and upkeep of the home. Laundry and ironing to a highstandard, preparing guest areas for occasional overnight visits from adultfamily members.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and welcoming environmentthroughout the property.No cooking duties required.
• General DIY and maintenance tasks across the mainresidence and additional properties. Assisting with the upkeep of a pool complex. Supporting the gardener when required (a gardener is employed).
• Role is 5 days per week, generally Monday to Friday 8.30-5.30 (working weekends with notice - with days off in the week). 2 bed self contained furnished flat offered as staff accommodation (all costs covered). Regret not suitable for pets or dependents.
• Interviewing now to start as soon as ideal couple found.

Shared Responsibilities

• Care of dogs and ponies (no formal experience required,but a genuine love of dogs and horses is essential). Part time groom isemployed.
• Assisting with the general smooth running of thehousehold and grounds Being flexible and dependable, particularly when theemployers are called away unexpectedly.

Candidate Requirements

• Positive, proactive, and hands-on attitude. Physically fitand capable of undertaking practical tasks. Strong organisational skills andattention to detail. Trustworthy, discreet, and able to work independently. Both applicants must drive due to the semi-rural location.

Salary

• Salary negotiable according to experience up to £80k gross pa