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Live in Couple Job

  • Sector: Private Households & Estates
  • Function: Couple
  • Contact: Georgia Lester
  • Contact Phone: +442072339950
  • Start Date: September / October
  • Location: Norfolk
  • Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 GPA
  • Job Ref: 173520
  • Contact Email: georgia@greycoatlumleys.co.uk

Live in Couple Job in Norfolk

We are looking for an experienced Couple (Housekeeper & Head Gardener/ Groundsman) to take responsibility for the care and ongoing development of a beautiful 20-acre private estate in the Norfolk countryside. This peaceful estate, used by the family primarily at weekends and during school holidays, includes formal gardens, a productive kitchen garden, and wider grounds. It is a much-loved sanctuary for the family. From 2026, it will also serve as a retreat centre for leadership teams from affiliated businesses and charities.

Housekeeper responsibilities

  • Housekeeping & Cleaning: Impeccable care of the 3 properties on the estate ensuring every room is beautifully maintained to the highest standard.
  • An eye for and desire to prepare the properties visually e.g. decorating with seasonal flowers and decorations. Willingness and ability to create centre pieces/ lay tables so that they are visually appealing and enhance the guests' stay.
  • Laundry: Washing, ironing, and careful organisation of household linen.
  • Household Organisation: Keeping spaces tidy, well-stocked, and ready for family and guests at all times.
  • Guest & Event Support: Assisting with events and hosting duties to ensure seamless experiences.
  • Teamwork & Communication: Liaising closely with the General Manager, following instructions, and contributing positively to the team.
  • People Management: Manage additional internal/ external ‘turnaround’ team (as required)
  • Supplies Management: Monitoring and replenishing household essentials.
  • Errands: Supporting with shopping, deliveries, and general household tasks as needed.

 Gardener responsibilities

  • Complete maintenance and development of the formal and kitchen gardens
  • Seasonal planting, propagation, pruning, weeding, mulching, and general plant care
  • Lawn mowing, edging, feeding, and aeration as required
  • Care of trees, hedges, and established beds.
  • Managing irrigation systems and garden machinery
  • Planning and implementing planting schemes and garden improvements in collaboration with the family
  • Upkeep of paths, terraces, garden furniture, and outdoor entertaining areas
  • Maintenance of the swimming pool and hot tub (desirable)
  • Maintenance of 2 ponds- 1 reflecting, 1 wild
  • Support with day-to-day site running and maintenance e.g. maintaining the wood pellet boiler, taking bins out, accepting deliveries
  • Monitoring and reporting on garden health, pest control, and general condition
  • Occasionally liaising with contractors, suppliers, or other tradespeople
  • Ensuring the garden is always guest-ready.

Previous experience with budgetary responsibility and key holding is desirable.

For the gardener only:

These skills / qualifications are desirable

  • Topiary
  • Tree surgery
  • RHS horticulture qualification
  • City & Guilds NPTC or Lantra
  • Pesticide certifications
  • Chainsaw license

Start: ideally September

Accommodation: nearby suitable accommodation will be sourced

Working days: Monday to Friday with some weekend work when required

Hours: 8/9am – 4/5pm

Driving is essential.

Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 gpa

Consultant: Georgia Lester

Vacancy Number: 173520