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Live-In Domestic Couple in Virginia Water, Surrey

Abode Staff is recruiting an experienced domestic couple in Virginia Water for a live-in housekeeping and gardening position with a private family. Based at a five-bedroom home in Surrey, the role combines household care with gardening, practical maintenance and driving.

The joint salary is £80,000–£90,000, depending on experience, and accommodation comprises a private one-bedroom flat with its own separate entrance. This varied position would suit a couple seeking a long-term role, with responsibilities divided naturally between their housekeeping and outdoor skills.

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About the Opportunity

The couple will take responsibility for complementary areas of the home and grounds. One person will focus primarily on keeping the house clean, tidy and organised, including laundry, wardrobe care and household errands. The other will look after the garden and general maintenance, alongside household driving when required.

The position calls for a practical, proactive approach, with each person comfortable managing their own responsibilities. Recognising maintenance issues and knowing when an outside contractor may be needed will also form part of the work. The preferred schedule is Monday to Friday plus Saturday mornings, although flexibility is available, with approximately 40 hours per person each week.

Key Responsibilities

The duties cover both the day-to-day care of the household and the upkeep of its outdoor spaces.

Housekeeping and Household Support

Keep the five-bedroom home clean, tidy and organised.
Carry out general housekeeping to a high standard.
Manage laundry and wardrobe care.
Run household errands, including visits to the post office, dry cleaners and local shops.

Gardening, Maintenance and Driving

Maintain the lawns and vegetable patch.
Keep the grounds well maintained.
Carry out straightforward household maintenance.
Identify anything needing attention or the involvement of an outside contractor.
Undertake general household driving.
Complete airport runs when required.

The Ideal Candidate

This role is suited to an experienced domestic couple looking for a long-term position. Applicants should bring complementary skills and the ability to organise their work independently.

The household is seeking a couple who are:

Experienced in domestic couple roles.
Confident with high-standard housekeeping and laundry.
Skilled in practical gardening, particularly lawn care and vegetable gardening.
Comfortable undertaking general household maintenance.
Confident drivers with their own vehicle.
Proactive, organised and able to manage their respective responsibilities independently.

Salary, Hours and Accommodation

Location: Virginia Water, Surrey.
Position: Live-in housekeeper and gardener couple, intended as a long-term role.
Joint salary: £80,000–£90,000, depending on experience.
Working hours: Approximately 40 hours each per week.
Preferred working days: Monday to Friday plus Saturday mornings, with flexibility available.
Accommodation: A private one-bedroom flat with a separate entrance.

The accommodation provides the couple with their own living space as part of the live-in arrangement.

Living and Working in Virginia Water

For candidates considering a move to Virginia Water, the local landscape offers opportunities to spend time outdoors away from work. Virginia Water Lake lies at the southern edge of Windsor Great Park, with tree-lined shores and walking routes taking in landmarks such as the Cascade and the Leptis Magna ruins. Further details are available in the official Windsor Great Park guide to Virginia Water.

These surroundings may be of particular interest to a couple who enjoy gardens, walking and outdoor spaces. For this vacancy, the private flat is also an important practical consideration for applicants relocating to the area for a long-term position.

Looking for a Domestic Couple in Virginia Water?

Abode Staff is a boutique domestic staffing agency specialising in recruitment for private households and country estates across the UK. We assist employers in Virginia Water and the surrounding Surrey area with permanent domestic couple recruitment.

A domestic couple brief may combine housekeeping and laundry with gardening, maintenance and driving. Defining how those responsibilities will be divided, together with the working hours and accommodation arrangements, helps prospective candidates understand the position and the experience required.

If you are looking to recruit a domestic couple for your household in Virginia Water, enquire with Abode Staff to discuss your requirements and our permanent recruitment services.the couple with their own living space and privacy away from the family’s main residence.

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How to Apply

If you’re an experienced Domestic Couple looking for a permanent live-in position on a private estate near Chipping Norton, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or register with us to find out more.