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A “superb” job opportunity in Scotland has come up, with an estate advertising new live-in positions for a couple. The roles include a “competitive” salary, as well as comfortable and private on-site accommodation that has been described as being in “excellent condition”.
At the moment, a private estate in Perth and Kinross is looking to hire two people to act as a housekeeper and maintenance gardener. The unique jobs come with a “competitive salary” that is based on experience, and they will be long-term positions “for the right couple”.
The private accommodation that will be provided to the successful candidates is in “excellent condition” and is situated on the estate, 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.
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Among the housekeeping tasks that the couple will be responsible for are the daily cleaning and care of rooms, the making and changing of beds, and the preparation of the house for guests and entertaining. You will also be expected to dust, polish, and vacuum, as well as maintain household stocks.
The successful applicants must also take full responsibility for household laundry and the organisation of wardrobes and linen cupboards. Washing, drying, folding, and ironing are also 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, meaning you will cook breakfasts, lunches, and dinners as required. You will also be catering for informal family entertaining, and will be expected to shop for provisions and keep the kitchen clean and organised.
Another important element of the positions is driving, as you will be chauffeuring family members to appointments and other destinations You 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. There are also various gardening tasks involved with the positions, such as 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.
Other desirable attributes include practical gardening and maintenance skills, the ability to cook high-quality family meals, and a warm and professional disposition. It is also important that applicants 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.
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