Job Type: Full-time

Full Time Groom – Colchester, Essex REF 625 –

Posted on August 16, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced competition groom required for small, family eventing yard located approx 15 minutes from ~Colchester, Essex.

This position comes highly recommended from previous long term grooms.

A maximum of 2 beautiful event horses to care for, who currently compete at intermediate level so a wonderful opportunity to be fully involved.

The ideal person will have previously worked with competition horses and understand the demands of the eventing/training season.

Accommodation available on site in cosy self contained cottage.

The requirements for this role are as follows:

  • Reliability and a good work ethic
  • Friendly personality
  • Excellent turn out skills – clipping plaiting etc
  • The ability to ride fit competition horses ( hacking and schooling)
  • Lunging
  • Competition day grooming- tacking and studding up, washing off etc
  • Bandaging for travel and stable
  • To be able to muck in and muck out !
  • Lorry Driver

Car driver essential due to the location and lorry driver would be a great advantage.

As there are only 2/3 horses to care for there will be times when the successful person could work within the house etc. to make up hours.

 

Tel jackie 07979501997

Full Time Nanny/Mothers help- Holt, North Norfolk REF 642 FILLED

Posted on August 14, 2020 by -

We are looking for a fantastic Nanny/Mothers help near Holt, Norfolk.
This is a Full Time position (4-5 Days a week) 9.30am-6.30pm or 9.30am-12.30pm / 2.30-6.30pm for those who live locally.
You will be required to help with our clients two lovely children age 2 years and 3 months of age along with other household duties (tidying, basic cleaning, washing, ironing, cooking children’s meals, going on daily outings with the family).
We are looking for a very friendly, reliable, energetic person who has a genuine love for children. You do not need to be qualified but you must have experience with children.
This is a wonderful position for someone, located in a gorgeous part of Norfolk.
Accommodation is a possibility for the right person.
References will be requested.
For more information, please contact Rebecca on 07771 655879 or Jackie on 07979 501997 or email info@ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

URGENTLY REQUIRED -Temporary Housekeeper/Cook – Nayland-Essex/Suffolk – REF 641

Posted on August 13, 2020 by -

Temporary experienced Housekeeper required for busy young family located in Nayland approx 20 minutes from Colchester and Sudbury.

We are looking for someone to start asap ideally 17th August 202 for 3 weeks to cover housework, laundry, ironing and general tidying of this lovely country house.

The family comprise 2 adults and 2 school age children but with lockdown and school holidays an extra pair of hands would be greatly appreciated to keep on top of the daily tasks.

Someone who can cook for the family would be perfect- healthy family meals and maybe some baking!

Car driver essential due to the location.

Must like animals as the family has quite a menagerie – 2 dogs, guinea pigs, chickens and horses ( only the dogs in the house luckily!)

Tel Jackie 07979501997

Full Time Orchard Worker/Groundsman – Essex REF 640 NOW FILLED

Posted on August 13, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Orchard Worker required to maintain an apple orchard and also carry out groundsman duties within the grounds.

Grass cutting so use and maintenance of large garden machinery essential. Tractor driver would be an advantage.

Accommodation on site with excellent facilities .

Located in rural Essex but within easy reach of train station.

Car driver essential.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

Full Time Gardener/ Groundsman/ Handyman- REF 638 FILLED

Posted on August 13, 2020 by -

Full Time Gardener/Groundsman/Handyman- rurally located between Bury St Edmunds and Diss

Monday – Friday although can be flexible to 4 days a week for the right person. Grounds totalling 58 acres of which 3 acres are formal gardens and the rest are parkland/meadow. We are looking for a very experienced, well referenced individual who takes great pride in their work, is organised and motivated.

Gardens require

  • Lawn care including use and maintenance of large gardening machinery/equipment
  • Horticultural experience essential to maintain and restock formal boarders and vegetable garden

Grounds require

  • Maintenance of hedges, ditches and driveways
  • Tractor driver preferred- paddock maintenance (topping, spraying, rolling)
  • Log splitting during winter months
  • Keeping all grounds in good condition all year round

General

  • Repair fences
  • Painting
  • Minor repairs for plumbing
  • Bin emptying
  • Changing bulbs etc

Very competitive salary offered, no accommodation available, car driver essential, non- smoker required, excellent working references will be requested.

For more information please contact Jackie on 07979 501997 or Rebecca on 07771 655879

Or email us directly on info@ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

 

TEMPORARY EXPERIENCED GARDENER – NEWMARKET NOW FILLED

Posted on July 29, 2020 by -

TEMPORARY Full Time experienced Gardener required for private country Estate located just outside Newmarket.

Ideally someone with horticultural qualifications however someone with fully referenced previous employment as a gardener within a similar environment will be considered.

The gardens are a mixture of formal and parkland offering a variety of delightful areas to be involved with.

Formal lawns, so experience with operating large grass cutting machinery is essential.

There are formal borders, cutting garden, walled garden, trees,greenhouses and many other areas to be cared for.

The ideal person must be happy working within a small established team all working to keep these grounds immaculate at all times.

Immediate start available with a finishing date late October 2020.

Competitive salary offered to the successful person.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

Gardener/Groundsman/Driver – Near Colchester Essex. REF 633 – No longer available

Posted on July 17, 2020 by -

Experienced Gardener/Groundsman/Driver required for private country house located on the Essex/Suffolk border in beautiful countryside.

The current gentleman is leaving sadly after 9.5 years and Our Client is looking for someone to step into the role who is reliable, trustworthy with a wonderful friendly personality.

The ideal person will be able to manage the gardens carrying out all grass cutting, trimming, weeding, hedge cutting and generally keeping the grounds in good condition and looking lovely.

Must be able to operate and maintain garden machinery.

Someone with good plant knowledge who understands tending plants, restocking where necessary etc. Ideally horticulturally qualified or with proven horticultural experience.

This is a 40 hour per week position split over 5 days – 9am to 5pm with half and hour lunch break. During the winter months this will be 9am to 4pm and driving will make up the hours.

Alternatively it can be a 32 hour week split over 4 days.

Very competitive salary offered to the successful person who can provide excellent references.

Car Driver essential due to location and the family require a driver from time to time.

There is a cottage available if required.

There is the chance to work with the current Gardener so a start date early August would be preferred.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

 

Full Time Head Gardener – Near Newmarket Suffolk REF 631 ** UNDER OFFER **

Posted on July 15, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Head Gardener required for large private country Estate located approx 5 minutes from Newmarket.

The ideal person will hold RHS qualifications and have previous fully referenced experience in heading up a small team.

The grounds include formal borders, cutting garden, greenhouse,walled garden, trees, ponds and large areas of formal lawns along with areas of parkland.

The Head Gardener must be very hands on and take a pride in their work with the ability to lead the other gardeners ensuring the gardens are kept immaculate at all times.

Excellent plant knowledge essential and a very good understanding of gardening requirements throughout the year. The ability to guide and assist the other gardeners and also liaise with the household staff to provide vegetables and flowers as required.

Use and care of large garden machinery is a must so that all equipment is kept in good order and ready for use.

This is a live out position.

Interviewing now for start date asap.

Tel jackie 07979501997

Full Time Experienced Estate Agency Secretary/Administrator-Norwich REF 630 – NOW FILLED

Posted on July 13, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Secretary/Administrator for high end Estate Agency located in central Norwich.

Monday to Friday     9am to 5.30pm

Office following Covid guidelines.

The ideal person will preferably have previous Estate Agency experience and be happy working within an established, proactive team offering an extremely professional service at all times.

We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills both face to face and over the phone. The successful person must have the ability to liaise with other staff members as well as clients in a polite manner.

This position requires the Secretary/Administrator to be:-

  • Reliable and punctual
  • Polite and well presented
  • Have a good command of the English Language
  • Work well under pressure remaining unflustered at all times
  • Organised with the ability to prioritise and keep on top of the workload
  • Able to manage diaries, keep accurate records and keep staff and clients updated
  •  Carry out general office duties
  • Be fully confident using computer systems, fully IT literate and familiar with audio typing.

This is rare and exciting opportunity for someone who loves property and would enjoy working within a fast paced environment.

 

 

Full Time Experienced House Manager – Oxfordshire REF 629 – NOW FILLED

Posted on July 8, 2020 by -

Full Time  House Manager with previous private household experience required for busy young family located near Banbury Oxfordshire. Self contained accommodation available along with generous salary.

The ideal person will be reliable, friendly with a really good work ethic and the ability to roll up their sleeves and assist the housekeeping team as and when necessary

Main Duties will include:-

  • Diary Management and communication with team and family members( keeping everyone up dated)
  • First point of contact for all visitors and contractors ( meet and greet, prepare meeting spaces and ensure transportation for guests is arranged).
  • Keeping the house stocked ( carrying out periodic audits of household stock, order all cleaning products)
  • Project Management of the House Maintenance ( keeping household manuals up to date, scheduling maintenance works and supervising contractors on site) .
  • Team Management ( Supervision of all household staff -housekeepers, private chefs, groundsman- maintaining correct staffing levels, planning for holidays and sicknesses. Assisting housekeeping team with cleaning and overseeing their work ensuring house is maintained to highest standards.

Applicants from a military background would be warmly welcomed.

Interviewing now for start date asap.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

 

COUPLE ( House Manager/Estate Groundsman) Banbury, Oxon REF 628- NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Posted on July 7, 2020 by -

Full Time live in couple required for private household located near Banbury, Oxfordshire.

2 bedroom self contained apartment and competitive salaries offered to the successful couple.

We are looking for a couple with fully referenced experience working within a private country house and with an understanding of working within a busy family environment.

HOUSE MANAGER

  • Diary Management and communication with team and family members( keeping everyone up dated)
  • First point of contact for all visitors and contractors ( meet and greet, prepare meeting spaces and ensure transportation for guests is arranged).
  • Keeping the house stocked ( carrying out periodic audits of household stock, order all cleaning products)
  • Project Management of the House Maintenance ( keeping household manuals up to date, scheduling maintenance works and supervising contractors on site) .
  • Team Management ( Supervision of all household staff -housekeepers, private chefs, groundsman- maintaining correct staffing levels, planning for holidays and sicknesses. Assisting housekeeping team with cleaning and overseeing their work  ensuring house is maintained to highest standards.

The ideal House Manager will have proven private household experience with longevity in previous roles. The ability to manage a team and be very hands on whenever necessary.  Excellent organisational skills are a must and the ability to manage complex schedules and keep all relevant parties updated. Applications from those with a military background will be warmly received.

 

ESTATE GROUNDSMAN 

  • Grass cutting and hedge trimming – keeping machinery and tools in good order
  • A wide range of garden duties
  • Driving the family – keeping vehicles clean and refuelled
  • Setting up and maintaining outdoor furniture
  • Tennis court and swimming pool maintenance-recreational vehicle maintenance
  • Cutting and collecting wood for the fireplaces
  • Animal welfare for family animals and wild animals on the Estate
  • Assisting with lifting and moving items around the Estate
  • Security on the grounds and supervising contractors on site
  • Keeping Main driveways and paths swept -collect rubbish and empty bins
  • To be aware of health and safety requirements.

The Estate Groundsman must be a good team player, easy to get along with and someone who sets high standards. As with most Groundsman there is a lot of working along so someone who is happy doing this is essential.

For further information

tel Jackie 07979501997

 

Mechanical Engineer/ Plant Fitter – Chelmsford REF 626 NOW FILLED

Posted on July 7, 2020 by -

Mechanical Engineer/ Plant Fitter required for Construction and Engineering Consultancy based in Hatfield Peverel near Chelmsford.

This company are looking for a new team member to join their progressive and expanding bespoke consultancy .

This business has passion, innovation and responsibility as their core values and therefore they are looking for a like minded person who has extensive experience in mobile plant, static plant and machinery. Mechanical background is a must.

The ideal candidate will have experience in plant operations with mechanical, hydraulic and electrical knowledge.

Due to the diverse nature of some of the projects the company undertake, this position will suit an individual who is happy to muck in and help with all aspects of projects.

Projects are mainly based within East Anglia however due to offering Nationwide coverage the successful person will be required to travel and stay away on occasions.

Car driver essential.

A good team player with a great work ethic essential.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

 

 

 

Full Time Experienced Groom/Rider – Brentwood, Essex REF 623

Posted on June 15, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Groom/Rider required for private showjumping yard located near Brentwood Essex.

We are looking for someone who has worked with top competition horses previously and understands the demands of high level competing.

The horses compete both Nationally and Internationally.

The ideal person will be able to ride really well particularly on the flat to assist with schooling the young horses.

Opportunity to compete for the right person.

All yard duties to a high standard and the ability to work well within a small established team all who enjoy their work and have a passion for horses.

A bright, enthusiastic personality essential with a good work ethic and the attitude to muck in and muck out when necessary.

Accommodation available on site and a very generous salary will be offered the successful person.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

 

Full Time Live In Head Groom – hadleigh Suffolk REF 622 FILLED

Posted on June 14, 2020 by -

Full Time Live In Head Groom required for hunt yard located just outside Hadleigh Suffolk. REF 622
3 bedroom accommodation offered to reliable, enthusiastic groom who can manage a yard of 6 hunt horses to a very high standard.
Excellent turnout skills ( clipping, plaiting, trimming, mane pulling etc) essential .
Experienced, confident rider who can maintain fitness of the hunters throughout the season. Opportunity to hunt.
Must work well within a small dedicated team but must also be happy working alone when required.
A bright , cheerful person who is organised and understands the demands of the hunting season.
Lorry driver required.
Interviewing now for start date asap.
Tel jackie 07979501997

Full Time Competition Groom – Newmarket REF 603 NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Posted on June 3, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Competition Groom who has previously worked with Event horses.

Excellent opportunity for eventing enthusiast to be involved in a very successful family team.

We are looking for someone to come in as Head Groom managing a small private yard of 7 horses all competing regularly at levels from BE Novice to 4*.

They compete both in the UK and abroad and the rider is progressing quickly so needs the groom to understand the demands of top competition.

The ideal person will be able to carry out all yard duties to a very high standard and be able to work with fitness and nutrition regimes for the horses.

Someone who can prepare the horses and the lorry for travel to competitions and training -bandaging and rugging etc.

Also the ability to assist at events- studding up, washing off and cooling down. Having the tack cleaned and ready. Generally helping where required on the day.

Clipping and plaiting experience and generally excellent turn out skills required.

A good rider essential who is happy hacking fit competition horses.

The yard has excellent facilities within a beautiful setting and includes full size manage, cross country course and plenty of off road riding.

Lorry driver with HGV licence would be a huge advantage

This position comes with a competitive salary and on site accommodation.

Well behaved dog would be considered and possibly space for own horse.

Interviewing to begin soon for start date late March/early April 2020.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

www.ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

Full Time/Part Time experienced gardener/Groundsman – Witham Essex REF 619 – FILLED

Posted on June 3, 2020 by -

Experienced Gardener/Groundsman required for family business and home located near Witham, Essex.

The ideal person will be reliable and have a good knowledge of plants including identification to assist with formal gardens and other areas. Horticultural qualifications would be a bonus but not a deal breaker.

Car driver with own transport essential as the work is split between locations and will involve travelling to the main residence and business premises.

The grounds at home extend to approx 5 acres and include lawns, woodland, hedging, herbaceous beds, terrace, river frontage, vegetable garden and gravelled yard.

There are also stables with 8 acres of paddocks.

This position will be full time during the Spring/Summer and then go to 3 days per week over winter.

Work will include a lot of tractor mowing at all sites, strimming, hedge cutting, weeding, watering etc and also some paddock maintenance.

Planting and restocking of the borders and vegetable garden also required.

Someone with a good all round knowledge who genuinely loves to see the grounds looking great at all times. Must be happy working outside and understand the seasons with regard to growing etc.

A practical, physically fit person who would be able to carry out odd jobs around the property and general maintenance tasks. Chopping logs for the house, sweeping areas around the properties and generally keeping on top of tidyness.

Good salary offered to the successful person.

Interviewing now for start date asap.

References will be required.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

 

FULL TIME GROOM/RIDER – HADLEIGH SUFFOLK REF 613- FILLED

Posted on May 4, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Head Groom required for private hunting yard located just outside Hadleigh Suffolk.

This is a live in position with lovely self contained accommodation  offered along with a competitive salary.

We are looking for someone preferably with previous hunting yard experience who understands the demands of managing a yard of 5 hunters.

Must be able to turn horses out to a very high standard-clipping, plaiting, trimming etc.

The ability to ride well and to get and maintain horses fitness throughout the year.

The opportunity to hunt for the right person.

The family also have 4 point to pointers so experience working with TBs would be a great advantage, which also makes the role interesting and varied.

Current groom relocating but highly recommends this position.

Lorry licence ( 7.5 T) would be great but not a dealbreaker if all other boxes are ticked.

The family are located in a beautiful location and there are many other grooms within the area who have are all very social so this is not an isolated position. Also part time grooms are also employed so there will usually be at least two people on the yard.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

 

Full Time Head Gardener – Newmarket REF 611 * FILLED*

Posted on April 14, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Head Gardener required for large private country Estate located approx 5 minutes from Newmarket.

The ideal person will hold RHS qualifications and have previous fully referenced experience in heading up a small team.

The grounds include formal borders, cutting garden, greenhouse,walled garden, trees, ponds and large areas of formal lawns along with areas of parkland.

The Head Gardener must be very hands on and take a pride in their work with the ability to lead the other gardeners ensuring the gardens are kept immaculate at all times.

Excellent plant knowledge essential and a very good understanding of gardening requirements throughout the year. The ability to guide and assist the other gardeners and also liaise with the household staff to provide vegetables and flowers as required.

Use and care of large garden machinery is a must so that all equipment is kept in good order and ready for use.

Interviewing now for start date asap.

Tel jackie 07979501997

Yard Manager / Head Person REF 609 UNDER OFFER

Posted on March 17, 2020 by -

An opportunity has arisen for a yard manager to join a successful pre-training yard near Newmarket. The yard pre-trains for some of the leading racehorse trainers in the country.

Previous experience in a managerial role is essential, along with the ability to take sole charge and oversee a team of 30 full and part time staff.
Salary of between £36,000 – £39,000 per annum will be offered to a competent and reliable team player for the following job role:

Feeding and administering medical treatment to horses

  • Staff management
  • Overseeing of daily stable care and making decisions accordingly
    Accompanying vets and recording outcomes of veterinary visits
  • Organising and overseeing of trainer visits during busy period

Hours:

This is a full-time position with the following hours –

  • Monday to Friday 6 am to 5pm with a break of 1.5 hours

Working one Sunday every other week with adaptable hours but usually 2 hours in the morning and 2 hours in the evening.

Hours can be flexible to the right candidate.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Please apply via email with a CV or details of your experience to info@ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

Or call Jackie on 07979 501997 or Rebecca on 07771 655879

Full Time Farm Secretary – Bury St Edmunds REF 608 FILLED

Posted on March 13, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Farm Secretary required for busy farming business located near to Bury St Edmunds.

Monday to Friday 9-5

The ideal person will have all the usual secretarial skills and be able to work in a busy, small, established team in a professional manner.

Must have very good computer skills and be confident using word and excel.  Excellent communication skills are a must both face to face and over the phone.  The ability to word letters and emails professionally and with a good command of the English Language essential.

We are looking for someone with good organisational skills who can cover all general office administration duties.

The successful person must be reliable with a bright , friendly personality.

So if you are well presented, polite with fully referenced secretarial experience please apply now.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

Full Time Sports and Amenity Operations Manager – Hertfordshire REF 607

Posted on March 11, 2020 by -

Full Time Sports and Amenity Operations Manager required to join an establish business of Natural Turf Specialists based in Hertfordshire.

The ideal person should be a confident ,practical individual who can be hands on operating machinery but also be just as happy liaising with clients and covering an element of sales.

Key Roles :-

  • Work closely with Sports Director and Technical Sales Manager in order to ensure sports work is carried out in a timely and professional manner
  • Develop relationships with current clients and generate opportunities with new clients
  • Manage,schedule and implement the operations as required to the companies high standard policy
  • Participate in the practical aspects of the work as and when required
  • Visit sites, assess works and formulate quotations

The Ideal Candidate will :-

  • Have a good attention to details
  • Work well within a team and manage staff and works to successful completion
  • Have a proactive, can do attitude, flexibility with seasonal workloads
  • Have a passion for sales
  • Be an effective people person and develop strong professional relationships
  • Be computer literate
  • Be well organised
  • Have a clean driving licence

Remuneration:-

  • A competitive annual salary will be offered ( plus discretionary performance and sales related bonus)
  • Company vehicle
  • Statutory holiday ( 28 days including bank holidays)
  • Statutory pension
  • Accommodation can be available with a charge for rental, utilities and rates.

Interviewing can be arranged immediately for start date to be agreed.

References will be requested.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

www.ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

Full Time Nanny/Mother’s Help / PA – Banbury Oxfordshire REF 572

Posted on March 10, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Nanny/Family Help / PA required for private household located near Banbury, Oxfordshire.

We are looking for a reliable, fun and caring person to join this busy young family to help with day to day organisation within this beautiful country home.

Nanny/Mother’s Help

The ideal person will preferably have childcare qualifications or have fully referenced previous experience working within a family environment looking after the children.

The children in this family are all at school ( not boarding) so no baby duties required.

Someone who can help with laundering  and ironing the children’s clothes and keeping their rooms clean and tidy.

The ability to cook healthy, nutritional meals and perhaps bake the occasional cake as a treat!

There may be opportunities occasionally to travel with the family so someone who is happy to be away from home at times essential and someone who can do some babysitting when required.

Someone with a love of the outdoors to encourage the children to enjoy their surroundings. A flair for creativity and planning activities would be great..

Car driver with clean licence also required to carry out school runs and drive children to activities.

This is very much a role where the successful person must be able to use their own initiative and be happy helping around the house .

PA

We require someone with previous PA experience who can manage the family diaries, deal with emails , mail and telephone calls. Be able to prioritise and advise the appropriate people.

Be able to book flights, cars,theatre tickets etc for the family and organise visits, parties etc for the children.

Secretarial skills and excellent computer skills essential.

The ideal person will be well presented , well spoken with a wonderful, bright personality.

So if this sounds like the job for you and you have a genuine love of country life and working with children then please apply now.

This can be a Live in or Live Out position and a generous salary will be offered.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

www.ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

Full Time Children’s Nursery Assistant – East Bergholt REF 581 FILLED

Posted on March 6, 2020 by -

Full Time qualified Nursery Assistant required for lovely day nursery located in East Bergholt- easy access from Ipswich and Colchester.  TEMP would be considered without qualifications ( will be supervised)

Monday to Friday with a total of 32 hours per week.

We are looking for someone lovely to join our friendly, young team all offering a caring wonderful experience to the little children who come to the nursery every day.

The ideal person must be fully qualified with Cache Level 3 Childcare.

This is a varied role as the successful person will be assisting in the baby room and the toddler room so fun all around !

Must have genuine love of working with children and be happy with babies as well as the older children.

Someone creative who can assist with planning and carrying out activities for the children.

Interviewing now for start date to be agreed.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

www.ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

Full Time Membership/Admin Assistant – Ely REF 601 ON HOLD

Posted on March 5, 2020 by -

Full Time Membership/Admin Assistant required for leading equine veterinary association located in Fordham approx 9 miles from Ely.

The office consists of a small established team so the ideal person must work well with others and have a friendly, easy to get along with personality.

Reliability and a good work ethic essential . The successful person will be responsible to the Membership and Marketing Team.

MAIN DUTIES To Include:-

  • Registering delegates for Congress and CPD Events
  • Organising delegate packs and delegate communications
  • Organising CPD course notes
  • Answering the phones and emails. Dealing with day to day enquiries
  • Managing and maintaining CRM system
  • Organising and maintaining stationery and equipment supplies
  • Sorting and distributing incoming post. Dealing with outgoing post.
  • Administrating and managing the online retail of the bookshop, processing and dispatch
  • Stock control of bookshop
  • Support a diverse and busy team, providing further administrative assistance throughout the organisation, as required
  • Supervise activities that facilitate the smooth running of an office

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Sound administrative skills
  • Proven experience of Microsoft Office ( Especially Word,Excel and Outlook)
  • A knowledge of database packages would be advantageous
  • Ability to plan and prioritise a busy work schedule
  • Able to work calmly under pressure and adapt readily
  • Ability to work effectively, both independently and with others
  • Able to communicate well with a broad range of people, both within and outside the organisation.

IN RETURN – You will be offered :-

  • A competitive salary
  • 28 days holiday ( inc Bank Holidays)

To arrange an interview please call Jackie 07979501997

www.ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

Full Time experienced Housekeeper – Nr Bury St Edmunds – REF 600

Posted on March 3, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Housekeeper required for large private country Estate located approx 20 minutes from Bury St Edmunds.

The house is occupied for much of the year by the principal couple who travel overseas for extended periods. Whilst they are in residence the housekeeper would be required to prepare and serve daily breakfast and lunch and also leave an evening meal at the end of the day.

Someone who can provide good, healthy and hearty cooking using fresh locally sourced ingredients. ( catering qualifications not expected)

Overseeing and very hands on housework, maintaining high standard cleanliness and presentation of the Hall alongside a designated cleaner.

Organising deep cleans of areas when the Principals are away and also specialist cleans of antiques, carpets , etc.

Carrying out laundry, sending away dry cleaning, dealing with contractors, answering telephone and emails, ensuring the house is stocked with food and cleaning supplies.

During the winter the Principals host overnight shooting parties and would want the housekeeper on hand to work alongside other staff members delivering high levels of hospitality to the guests.

The Housekeeper should be polite, well presented with a cheerful disposition with a ‘Can do’ attitude.

A competitive salary will be offered to the successful person.

Accommodation can be available if required.

Five day week with two consecutive days off ( normally at weekends)

Car driver and non smoker only.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

 

 

 

 

Full Time Administrator/Secretary – Nr Newmarket REF 599

Posted on March 2, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced  Secretary required for private household within large country Estate located approx 20 minutes from Newmarket.

Basic duties to include:-

  • Acting as a first point of contact for the private office: dealing with correspondence and phone calls
  • Managing the principles diary and organising meetings and appointments
  • Providing admin support to the house staff
  • Event organisation
  • Booking and arranging travel, transport and accommodation
  • Reminding the principle of important tasks and deadlines
  • Typing, compiling and preparing schedules and correspondence
  • Managing databases and filing systems
  • Ensuring that health and safety policies are up to date
  • Liaising with staff, suppliers, contractors, family members and guests
  • Collating and filing expenses
  • Using a range of software packages
  • Taking minutes
  • Miscellaneous admin tasks to support the PA and Accountant

 

Requirements:

 

·         experience in an administrative role

·         knowledge of software packages, word & excel

·         good interpersonal and time management skills.

·         Honesty & discretion

 

Days will be Monday to Friday and hours will be 9am to 5pm ( some flexibility can be shown)

Excellent salary offered to the successful person.

Car driver and non smoker only please.

Tel jackie 07979501997

Full Time Pig Person – Attleborough, Norfolk REF 584

Posted on March 2, 2020 by -

Full Time Pig Person required for large family pig farm located near Attleborough Norfolk.

We are looking for someone reliable and enthusiastic to join our team caring for pigs – sows, piglets and finishing.

The ideal person must be happy working outside in all weathers as some of the herd are outdoor reared and others are kept in indoor units. Must be fit and healthy as this can be quite a physical job – with lifting and moving things.

Overalls will be supplied .

Tractor driver and fork lift driver preferred but not a deal breaker .

Experience with pigs preferred but full training can be given, although someone who has worked with farm animals would be an advantage.

Animal welfare is of great importance so the successful person must be prepared to follow strict guidelines.

Car driver essential due to the location.

Good hourly rate offered.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

 

Full Time Agricultural Worker / Tractor Driver – Bury St Edmunds REF 598

Posted on February 20, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Agricultural Worker / Tractor Driver required for large farming/haulage business located between Bury St Edmunds and Thetford.

The ideal person will be able to work in a variety of areas within the farm- helping with harvest, driving tractors with or without trailers, working in the grain store, weighbridge and all general farm duties.

The successful person must work within an established team and have a good work ethic. The ability to be flexible and help where needed. Hard working , friendly and reliable.

This is a year round position so the work will be varied according to the seasons.

Good hourly salary offered as well as overtime when available.

Tractor Licence and Car driver essential

Interviewing now for start date to be agreed.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

 

Full Time Accounts Person / Bookkeeper – Near Sudbury REF 580 FILLED

Posted on February 20, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Accounts Person / Bookkeeper required for small family run business located approx 10 minutes from Sudbury.

The business specialises in handmade bricks for restoration and conservation, working on large projects for the National Trust, English Heritage and Historic Royal Palaces but also just as proud of the smaller private work undertaken.

We are looking for someone to join this small established team to take over from the current lady who is retiring after several years.

The Role

  • Sales and Purchase Ledger
  • Produce monthly cashflows
  • Reconciling bank accounts
  • Manage petty cash
  • Journals
  • Credit Control
  • Preparing VAT returns
  • Financial statement
  • Processing Payroll
  • Prepare annual accounts for annual audit
  • Assisting with budgets
  • Assisting Directors in general

The Ideal Candidate

  • Previous fully referenced experience within a similar role
  • AAT Qualified
  • IT Literate (  Specially Excel)
  • Experience with ZERO accounting software
  • Strong attention to details
  • Excellent Communication skills

This is a Monday to Friday position- hours will be 9am to 5pm

Salary dependent on experience.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

 

Kitchen Assistant/Pot Washer/Cleaner – hadleigh REF 596 ON HOLD

Posted on February 17, 2020 by -

Full Time Kitchen Assistant required for luxury hotel and restaurant just outside Hadleigh, Suffolk.

We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic person to join the team assisting where necessary in the kitchen.

Mostly washing up ( easy actually as this is mostly automated) loading and unloading dishwasher, stacking away etc.

Having plates and cutlery ready for chefs and serving staff.

Helping with cleaning the kitchen after service making sure this is done to a high standard.

Understanding and keeping to health and safety guidelines/requirements.

Chance to progress if someone wishes to pursue a career in catering.

Uniform supplied

Interviews available immediately for start date asap.

Competitive hourly rate offered to successful person.

On site parking available

Tel Jackie 07979501997

www.ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

Full Time Receptionist – Hadleigh Suffolk REF 595 ON HOLD

Posted on February 17, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Receptionist required for small luxury boutique hotel located just outside Hadleigh.

Easy access from both Colchester and Ipswich with plenty of on site parking available.

We are looking for someone polite, well presented with excellent customer service skills who is happy to be the first person a guest or diner meets.

The hotel has an amazing restaurant and bar with a great ‘buzz’ so a lovely place to work on a busy lunchtime or evening service.

Must have excellent computer skills and be able to use a variety of programmes. Excel and word essential.

The hotel has 12 bedrooms all of the highest standard making this an easy job for the receptionist as there is nothing not to like about the whole experience.

This is a full time position where the successful person will be required to work shifts and weekends will be on a rota basis.

So if you would live to join this energetic, young team offering a top class professional service then apply now.

Tel jackie 07979501997

Full Time Groom – Bury St Edmunds REF 593

Posted on February 14, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Groom required for private sports horse stud near Bury St Edmunds,

We are looking for someone to join the small, established team caring for a variety of horses from, broodmares, foals,youngstock through to horses competing at a high level in Eventing.

The successful person must be reliable, enthusiastic with a good work ethic and the ability to work well with others and alone when necessary.

All yard duties to a high standard including , mucking out, grooming, hays, waters, turning out and bringing horses in from the field, rug changing, putting horses on the walker, cleaning tack and generally keeping the yard clean and tidy.

Assisting the head groom and other grooms where necessary.

Must be flexible with start and finish times during the foaling season to help watch the mares as they foal.

For a good confident rider there is the opportunity to help exercise the youngsters and the competition horses.

The horses in the yard are beautifully bred and the owners are passionate about them , so someone with a genuine love and interest in seeing them progress is a must.

The event horses compete from young horse classes right up to the international classes with top riders so this is a very exciting part of this job.

Interviewing now for start date to be agreed.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

www.ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

Full Time Gardener / Groundsman – Bury St Edmunds REF 592 FILLED

Posted on February 14, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Gardener/Groundsman required for private country house located approx 20 minutes from Bury St Edmunds.

We are looking for a qualified gardener with RHS certificates.

The property has mixture of grounds and includes, lawns, formal border, vegetable garden, greenhouse, leisure areas, hedges, ditches and driveways.

The ideal person will understand the requirements of managing an 8 acre garden and be able to work with the seasons keeping it looking great at all times.

Use and care of large garden machinery essential ( ride on mower,strimmer,hedgecutters etc.

Someone with a chain saw licence would be an advantage but not essential.

Car driver necessary due to rural location.

Good annual salary offered to reliable, enthusiastic gardener who really enjoys working with plants and who takes a pride in their work.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

Full Time Groom – Nr Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk – REF 591

Posted on February 10, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Groom required for private dressage yard located in Walsham le Willows approx 20 minutes from Bury St Edmunds.

We are looking for someone reliable and enthusiastic with a bright personality to join our established team of 3 looking after horses from broodmares to competition horses.

The ideal person will be able to carry out all yard duties to a high standard – mucking out, hays, waters, sweeping etc) Also general duties – tack cleaning, turning horses out and bringing in from the field, putting on and off the walker, rug changing, grooming etc.

This is a non riding position but we do want someone who is confident with horses on the ground.

An Apprentice would be considered and there is a training scheme in place already.

Sadly we have no accommodation on site for the groom and no room for another horse.

Good salary offered to successful person.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

www.ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

Full Time Customer Sales Assistant -Ipswich REF 589 UNDER OFFER

Posted on February 7, 2020 by -

Full Time Customer Sales Advisor required for one of the leading National Insurance Companies located approx 20 minutes from Ipswich Town Centre.

We are looking for a reliable, forward thinking person to join our established young team specialising in rural insurance.

The ideal person will have countryside interests – equestrian, farming, shooting, rugby etc.

A graduate from agricultural college or from a farming background would also be a perfect fit.

Someone who understands how rural communities work and can offer advice to customers with regard to insuring their home, car, pet, horses etc.

Training can be given but someone with a good knowledge of customer sales/service skills essential.

Excellent communication skills essential both face to face and over the phone. Someone who can offer polite , professional service.

Computer experience to a high level is essential and someone who can use a variety of programmes.

So if you are reliable, enthusiastic with a positive attitude, well presented and a good command of English grammar then please apply.

Competitive salary and a good working environment offered to the successful person.

Car driver essential due to location – free parking on site.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

www.ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

Full Time Butler – Newmarket Suffolk REF 586 NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Posted on February 3, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced – preferably fully qualified Butler required for private family Estate located approx 20 minutes from Newmarket Suffolk.

We are looking for a Butler to join this team providing high standard, professional service within the household.

The ideal person will be able to carry out all duties within the house from serving at functions, meeting and greeting guests/visitors to the Estate and making sure everything is kept running efficiently and smoothly.

The ability to liaise with the Principals and other household staff in a polite and professional manner is a must. A friendly, positive thinking person who can manage a variety of household duties with a ‘can do’ attitude essential.

Understanding how a private household works and being able to work with and around the family at all times.

Must be happy to carry out general duties around the house, laying fires, drawing curtains, cleaning shoes, cleaning guns etc.

Helping with shoot lunches/suppers and generally helping where required.

Also must be able to drive the Principals at times and keep the cars clean and ready for use.

Accommodation offered and a competitive salary to the successful person.

Tel Jackie  07979501997

Temporary Family Chauffeur – Banbury , Oxfordshire REF 576 INTERVIEWING

Posted on January 22, 2020 by -

Experienced Private Chauffeur required for family located near Banbury Oxfordshire.
We are looking for a reliable, well presented, polite person who has fully referenced previous employment history as a Private Chauffeur .

The ideal person will be a safe driver with a clean licence who is happy driving a variety of luxury vehicles and keeping them clean, tidy and well maintained.

The Chauffeur will be required to drive the Principal and children . The position will include :-

  • school runs
  • after school activities, clubs etc
  • theatre
  • restaurant
  • shopping trips

The successful person must have very good knowledge of London as there will be journeys to the City and also other areas around the UK.

The driving will be mainly Monday to Friday but flexibility will be required to cover evenings and weekends as and when necessary.

This is a temporary position approx 3 to 4 months with a start date asap.

Non smoker only.

Tel jackie 07979501997

 

Full Time Farm Secretary – Bury St Edmunds REF 575 FILLED

Posted on January 17, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Farm Secretary required for busy farming business located near to Bury St Edmunds.

Monday to Friday 9-5

The ideal person will have all the usual secretarial skills and be able to work in a busy, small, established team in a professional manner.

Must have very good computer skills and be confident using word and excel.  Excellent communication skills are a must both face to face and over the phone.  The ability to word letters and emails professionally and with a good command of the English Language essential.

We are looking for someone with good organisational skills who can cover all general office administration duties.

The successful person must be reliable with a bright , friendly personality.

So if you are well presented, polite with fully referenced secretarial experience please apply now.

Tel Jackie 07979 501997

www.ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

Full Time Groundsman – Nr Bury St Edmunds REF 570

Posted on January 15, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Groundsman/Gardener and occasional driver required for private country house approx 20 minutes from Bury St Edmunds heading towards Lavenham .

The ideal person will be required to work Monday to Friday ( 3 weeks out of 4) with the flexibility to work at weekends the other week when necessary.  The hours are usually 8am to 4pm however the availability to work between 7am and 7pm at times is essential.

The property is a beautiful period Manor House with extensive grounds including formal gardens and parkland/meadowland.

The successful person must be able to operate and maintain large machinery and have a good knowledge of lawn care,paddock and meadow maintenance. Someone who can mend fences, keep ditches clear and generally keep the grounds immaculate throughout the year.

We are looking for someone who is happy working outside in all weathers and understands the demands of working with the seasons.

The duties will include :

  • All grass care – formal and parkland- use of tractor mower
  • keeping fences and gates in good order
  • using and maintaining large garden machinery – mowers, strimmers, hedgecutters, chainsaws , quad etc
  • Driving the family occasionally
  • Keeping ditches, paths and driveways clear and in good order
  • Pest control experience – gun licence would be good
  • Helping in the garden as necessary – pruning weeding,planting etc
  • Maintaining swimming pool area
  • Helping with the family dogs

The ideal person will be reliable and work well within a very small team and alone at times. Must be able to use their own initiative and have a good work ethic.

Interviewing now for start date to be agreed

Tel Jackie 07979501997

www.ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk

Full Time Gardener/Groundsman – Bury St Edmunds Ref 569 – UNDER OFFER

Posted on January 13, 2020 by -

Full Time Live In Gardener for large private country house near Bury St Edmunds

We are looking for a very experienced gardener, preferably with horticultural qualifications who can manage 3 acres of formal gardens. Excellent plant knowledge essential and the ability to understand the seasons, knowing what needs doing at all times. Must be able to work unsupervised and can work using their own initiative

This is a full time, permanent position so the successful person must be happy working outside in all weathers keeping the garden and areas surrounding the house neat, tidy and well stocked throughout the year. Must be happy operating and maintaining large garden machinery, including ride on mower, sprayer,hedge cutter and chain saw.

As well as the formal garden there is a walled garden, tennis  court, swimming pool and orchard – all areas need tending.

General help with driving and pet care may also be required at times.

Highly recommended position as current gardener has been employed for 15 years!

The house is home to a family of 5 including 3 children under 7.

Your Accommodation

The Gardener role is offered with a 2 bedroom house with enclosed garden and use of a car.

Well behaved pet welcome

 

To apply telephone Jackie 07979501997

TEMP Grooms / Yard Staff – Near Newmarket – REF 562

Posted on January 9, 2020 by -

Full Time Grooms and Yard Staff required for pre training yard located approx 20 minutes from Newmarket towards Haverhill.

We are looking for staff to cover holidays/sickness for the month of January and into February 2020.

This can be purely yard work ( mucking out and sweeping) for those who would prefer not to handle the young TBs or a mixture of yard work and grooming, leading the horses etc.

This is a very physical job so people who are interested need to be fit and healthy and able to fit in with the young energetic team.

Lovely environment with great facilities so look at it at a great way to get fit in a fabulous place.

Car driver essential due to rural location.

Immediate start available.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

 

Competition Groom – Cambridgeshire REF 566

Posted on January 9, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Groom required to assist Head Groom in this small family competition yard ( Eventers) located approx half an hour from both Huntingdon and Cambridge.

There are ponies and horses on the yard and we are looking for someone to join this small established team .

The ideal person will be able to carry out yard duties to a high standard and be able to help the Head Groom to keep the yard running efficiently and tidy at all times. The ability and confidence to handle horses on the ground essential-grooming, leading, tacking up etc. A good rider would be an advantage to help with hacking to keep the horses fitness maintained.

The horses and ponies compete from young horse classes , pony trials up to high level eventing so the successful person should have an understand of the demands this creates.

Someone who can clip, plait and turn horses out to a high standard would be perfect.

Opportunity for travelling to events for the right person. 7.5 T lorry driver would be great but not essential

Competitive salary

Interviewing now for start date asap.

Tel Jackie 07979501997

Full Time Grooms – Chippenham, Cambs REF 564 FILLED

Posted on January 8, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Grooms or Groom/ riders required for mixed yard located in beautiful location between Ely and Newmarket.

We are looking for grooms who can carry out all yard duties to a high standard and work well within an established energetic team.

There are 3 yards on the same site and an option to work with Point to pointers, hunters and TBs in for retraining/rehoming.

This is a great opportunity for one or two people who are looking to work in a fabulous environment with great facilities.

This can be a non riding position or for a confident person it can include riding the pointers and assisting with the retraining of ex racehorses.

Confidence handling a variety of horses on the ground is essential and a good positive attitude to work!

There is shared accommodation if required.

Good salary offered to the successful person{s)

Interviewing now for start dates asap.

Tel jackie 07979501997

www.ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk –

Sales and Marketing Manager, Near Chelmsford, Essex – REF 563 -UNDER OFFER

Posted on January 8, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Sales and Marketing Manager required for Engineering and Construction Consultancy based near Chelmsford, Essex in the village of Hatfield Peverel.

The ideal person will be reliable, enthusiastic with a positive, forward thinking attitude. A good team player who can offer a professional service at all times helping to move this highly successful business forward.

Excellent IT skills essential and the ability to organise, prioritise and keep accurate records.

A few requirements listed below:

  • To work with Red Leaf Directors and third-party web designers to develop and maintain current and new websites. This will include creating clear and original, written content with a focus on search engine optimisation and sourcing visual media.
  • To liaise with web designers on management of Google Click and Google Analytics
  • To manage and grow the social media profile of the Construction side which will include Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram etc
  • To create and manage a general marketing strategy
  • To produce up to date promotional material including Red Leaf Group brochures and marketing emails
  • To manage potential leads generated by marketing and repeat custom.

This is a full time Monday to Friday position , ideally 9 to 5 but a little flexibility can be shown for the perfect person.

A competitive salary will be offered to the successful person who is able to start mid to late February

Excellent references will be required

Tel Jackie 07979501997

 

LIVE IN -Groom/Housekeeper – Colchester, Essex REF 559 – NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Posted on January 3, 2020 by -

Full Time experienced Groom/Housekeeper required for private country house with 2 beautiful horses situated in stunning location on the Essex/Suffolk border.

During the Spring and Summer months the focus is perhaps more towards the horses in preparation for their competition season ( top level showing and eventing) with less housework.

The Autumn and Winter months are the reverse with the emphasis being on the housework, laundry and ironing. The house is large and gorgeous with grand hall and reception rooms. many bedrooms which although not all always in use there are busy periods when beds will need changing, making etc. Laundry and ironing also part of this position.

A cook who could provide occasional family meals and cook for the freezer would be perfect.

The family also have an Air BNB property so this needs to be kept immaculate to maintain their high standard award!

The equines are as follows

A very good and extremely successful, champion WHP and a lovely event horse.

The Groom will be required to clip, plait and turn horses out for competition to a high standard. The ability to manage this small but perfect stable yard, carrying out all mucking out, feeding, hays, waters, turning horses out and bringing in from the field etc. Cleaning tack and preparing lorry and horse for travelling.

Also a good rider who can hack and maintain the horses fitness while rider is away.

A lorry driver would be the icing on the cake to drive the smart 7.5 T lorry.

The accommodation is suitable for a single person as the cottage is cosy and warm ( completely self contained)

Generous salary offered to successful person.

Tel jackie 07979501997

www.ruralrecruitmenteastanglia.co.uk