A private estate in Perth and Kinross is advertising live-in positions for a couple, with roles as housekeeper and maintenance gardener. The jobs come with a competitive salary based on experience and are intended as long-term positions for the right couple.
The successful candidates will be provided with private accommodation in excellent condition, situated on the estate and separate to the main house. Featuring one bedroom, it will allow the couple to live independently while being conveniently placed to support the family and care for the property.
Housekeeping and cooking duties
Housekeeping tasks include the daily cleaning and care of rooms, making and changing beds, and preparing the house for guests and entertaining. The couple will also be expected to dust, polish, and vacuum, as well as maintain household stocks.
The applicants must take full responsibility for household laundry and the organisation of wardrobes and linen cupboards. Washing, drying, folding, and ironing are important elements of the job, as is the care of various delicate garments and fabrics.
Cooking tasks will revolve around the preparation of simple and nutritious family meals, including breakfasts, lunches, and dinners as required. The couple will also cater for informal family entertaining, shop for provisions, and keep the kitchen clean and organised.
Driving, maintenance, and gardening
Another key element of the positions is driving, as the couple will be chauffeuring family members to appointments and other destinations. They will be expected to keep the family's vehicles in a clean and presentable condition, as well as ensure that servicing, MOTs, and routine maintenance are arranged.
Other responsibilities include carrying out basic household and estate maintenance, minor repairs and general upkeep, and monitoring visitors and deliveries. Gardening tasks involve regular weeding, pruning, and planting.
According to the job listing, the ideal applicants will have previous experience working together as a couple in a private household or similar setting. The candidates must also possess strong housekeeping and organisational skills, as well as a good attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Applicant requirements
Desirable attributes include practical gardening and maintenance skills, the ability to cook high-quality family meals, and a warm and professional disposition. Applicants must possess full clean driving licences and a genuine understanding of privacy and confidentiality.
The Greycoat Lumleys website states: "Greycoat Lumley's client are seeking a discreet, experienced and highly capable live-in couple are sought for a private rstate to provide a comprehensive combination of housekeeping, family support, driving, gardening, property maintenance and security.
"The successful couple will work closely together as a trusted team, taking responsibility for the smooth day-to-day running, presentation and security of the house and grounds. This is an excellent opportunity for a practical, personable couple seeking a long-term position within a private household."
The job listing adds: "This is a superb opportunity for a reliable, experienced and personable couple who enjoy working together and take pride in caring for a private home, its principal and the surrounding estate to an exceptionally high standard."
For more details about the job opportunity, see the Greycoat Lumleys website.
