Domestic Couple - Live-in - Starting May/June 2026
Berkshire
£70,000-£80,000 gross per year (combined)
5 days per week, 08:00-17:00 (weekend cover required but not every weekend)
Spacious 4-bedroom cottage with private garden provided

A friendly private household in Berkshire is looking for an experienced domestic couple to support the running of their beautiful 6-bedroom Georgian home set within a 150+ acre estate. The role involves a combination of housekeeping, family cooking, and estate/grounds support, working alongside an established and welcoming team.
The principals travel regularly, so during these periods the role typically runs Monday-Friday.
Role Responsibilities
Housekeeper Cook
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Daily cleaning and occasional deep cleaning of the main house
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Care of high-value items including art and antiques
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Family laundry
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Preparing healthy, home-style meals for the family (often using produce from the kitchen garden and orchard)

Estate/Grounds Assistant
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Supporting the Head Gardener and Farm Manager with general estate and garden maintenance
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Assisting with property upkeep, including logs, window cleaning (ladder climbing) and general maintenance tasks
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Helping maintain estate facilities such as the gym and indoor pool
Candidate Requirements*
Previous experience working together as a domestic couple in a private household
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Confident drivers (both)
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Comfortable around dogs
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Trustworthy, reliable and proactive
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Non-smokers with excellent references
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Fluent English

Accommodation: A modern, furnished 4-bedroom cottage on the estate is provided, with:
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Private entrance, garden and garage
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All bills included (except food)
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Pets and dependants considered on a case-by-case basis