Domestic Couple in Berkshire

  • Leaman Consulting
  • Mar 21, 2026
Full time Trades & Services

Job Description

Domestic Couple - Live-in - Starting May/June 2026Berkshire £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

  • Daily cleaning and occasional deep cleaning of the main house
  • Care of high-value items including art and antiques
  • Family laundry
  • Preparing healthy, home-style meals for the family (often using produce from the kitchen garden and orchard)

Estate/Grounds Assistant

  • Supporting the Head Gardener and Farm Manager with general estate and garden maintenance
  • Assisting with property upkeep, including logs, window cleaning (ladder climbing) and general maintenance tasks
  • 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
  • Confident drivers (both)
  • Comfortable around dogs
  • Trustworthy, reliable and proactive
  • Non-smokers with excellent references
  • Fluent EnglishAccommodation: A modern, furnished 4-bedroom cottage on the estate is provided, with:
  • Private entrance, garden and garage
  • All bills included (except food)
  • Pets and dependants considered on a case-by-case basis