Domestic couple: Groundskeeper (ftime 40hrs) & Housekeeper(ptime 10-20hrs) 3 bed cottage £50k

Description

Domestic Couple – Groundskeeper Full-Time 40hrs & Housekeeper Part-Time 10-20hrs

Location: Highland Estate, Scotland

Accommodation: Separate 2-bedroom cottage provided

Salary: Negotiable up to £50k gpa (depending on experience)

Start Date: January 2026

Status: Interviewing now

A beautiful Highland estate in Scotland, used as a part-time residence by London-based principals, is seeking a long-term domestic couple. The outgoing couple have been part of the family for many years and are now moving on, creating an excellent opportunity for a new team to take over the care and management of this special property.

The Roles

Groundskeeper (Full-Time, 40hrs pw)

Responsible for maintaining the estate’s parkland and gardens, including:

Mowing, planting, pruning, and general grounds upkeep
Routine property maintenance and small repairs, occasional chainsaw work
Calling in and managing contractors when necessary
Occasional airport transfers for the principal to Inverness (approx. 1 hour each way)

Applicants should have good gardening knowledge, general maintenance skills, and a proactive, practical approach.

Housekeeper (Part-Time approx. 10-20hrs pw)

Responsible for the smooth running and presentation of the main house and guest cottages, including:

General cleaning and housekeeping duties
Overseeing contract cleaners when required
Preparing and maintaining two Airbnb cottages to guest-ready standards
Occasional family-style cooking and assistance during larger gatherings (a chef is brought in for events)
Supporting with light gardening or estate tasks when household duties are lighter

Requirements

Flexibility, discretion, and a hands-on attitude
Full UK driving licence (one essential)
Proven experience in similar domestic roles

Hours

Groundskeeper: Full-time, 40 hours per week (Monday–Friday)
Housekeeper: Part-time, approx. 10 hours per week Autumn/Winter and 20hrs per week Spring/Summer when the family is in residence

Package

Separate, 4-bedroom cottage provided as staff accommodation - dependents and well behaved pets welcome
Competitive combined salary up to £50k gpa, dependent on experience

Previous experience working in a private home and verifiable references essential

Ad ID: 5417333819