Domestic Couple - Turin, Italy

Seeking experienced and active Domestic Couple for a lovely VIP family, based in the beautiful location of Turin, at the foot of the alps in Northern Italy.

You will work alongside an existing household team, providing services to a family of 5 (including children), and also be happy to travel with family to other properties, therefore EU passport/s necessary.

Shared responsibilities as follows:
Housekeeper/Cook: All housekeeping of a 3-storey modern property, maintaining to high standards, along with family style cooking.
Handyman/Gardener: Maintenance, gardening, light chauffeuring duties (school routine), and assisting inside the house when needed.

Package : 5-1/2 days pwk, 8 hrs p/day with reasonable flexibility. Combined salary upto 140,000 euros gross pa DOE, with additional hours paid / Separate accommodation provided

Must have Police clearance and recent and checkable references. Italian language useful but not deal breaker as family speaks English. Start approx September 2025.
Email interest to cv@ljwrecruitment.com

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Rota Nanny - Notting Hill, London

Seeking an experienced and qualified rota nanny - 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off - live in 24/7 sole charge with accommodation provided in-house whilst on duty.

Would suit a Rota Nanny with experience sole charge twin babies, covering all associated duties ie Feeding & Nutrition, Sleep & Routine Management, Hygiene & Health, Safety Measures, Stimulative Activities & Individual Attention, Milestone Support, Daily Reports, Routine co-ordination, Emotional Support & Bonding etc.

Role to start asap. Salary £70,000 gross pa. Must have right to work in UK, Enhanced DBS clearance, some formal childcare qualifications, first aid certification and recent and checkable childcare references. For more details, email  cv@ljwrecruitment.com

Live In Housekeeper - South Kensington, London

Our international client is seeking a professional live-in housekeeper with previous experience working in fully staffed formal households, providing high standards of service.

You will be a team player, reporting to the House Manager, working with one other Housekeeper providing duties as follows:

  • Meticulous cleaning of all rooms, with attention to high-end finishes and handling of antiques, silver, marble, silver, crystal, fine china etc

  • All laundry & garment Care - washing, ironing, steaming, hand-washing fine fabrics (silks, wool, cashmere, lace). In addition, wardrobe management including rotation of seasonal clothing, care of shoes, handbags and accessories, dry cleaning etc.

  • Providing personal assistance to family members as needed (e.g., laying out clothing, running errands).

  • Assist with food preparation or cooking light meals (when the chef is off).

  • Manage stock ordering and inventory. 

  • Report issues such as plumbing, heating, etc and supervise tradespeople and service appointments.

  • Welcome guests and setting tables according to informal or formal events, dinner parties, family gatherings etc.

  • Being available for early morning or late evening requests, within reasonable hours.

  • Providing weekend or holiday cover, with agreed-upon time off.

  • Supporting the home in the absence of principals (e.g., security checks, plant watering).

Salary Package / Hours / Days:

  • Working 10 hour days across 5 days a week including the weekends, with 2 consecutive days off during the week.

  • A generous salary is offered to attract a highly skilled professional Housekeeper upto £70,000 gross pa DOE.

  • Accommodation provided - F/F bedroom with ensuite bathroom.

You will present with a polished appearance and conduct, with an understanding of formal household hierarchy and etiquette, along with absolute discretion regarding family and household affairs.

Must have right to work in UK, DBS clearance, and recent checkable references in former Housekeeping roles. Start June 2025. Interviews now.

Email your resume and references to cv@ljwrecruitment.com

P/T Housekeeper - Guildford, Surrey

Our lovely clients (a couple) are seeking a Part Time Housekeeper for their beautiful 3 storey ‘modern styled’ property.  

The Housekeeper will possess initiative, with experience in specialist cleaning i.e. parquet floors, delicate care of lantern chandeliers, objet d’art, soft handling of household furnishings etc. and change bed linen, ironing of clothes etc.

Must be highly organised, meticulous with a real eye for details and utmost, a housekeeper who enjoys what they do. Must also be happy to water the gardens, sweep etc, when the Gardener is away.

Hours: Approx. 10+ hours per week, across 2 days with potentially more hours upto 15 p/week, should Principal require. The principal is happy to work around the Housekeeper’s existing commitments, and open to discuss the schedule / days.

Must have right to work in UK, hold a recent DBS and checkable housekeeping references that can be easily verified. Must also drive with own car, as the property is located in a rural location. Self employed contract offered £20 per hour. Start ASAP. Email your interest to cv@ljwrecruitment.com

Daily Gardener - Kensington, London

If you have a passion for plants, horticulture and gardening and working in the great outdoors in all weathers, then this role offers an excellent opportunity to maintain a beautiful residential garden in central London, a smaller garden for the Principals mother nearby, and manage a new landscape gardening project in their new property.

What we are looking for:

- A hands-on gardener with vast knowledge and passion for planting & horticulture

- Carry out seasonal plant care and planning, pruning, shaping, and lawn maintenance etc

- Precision, creativity, and pride in your work, with a great eye for detail

- Physically fit and reliable for outdoor and active work

- Comfortable using stepladders, stools, watering equipment, machinery etc

- Comfortable using apps on mobile devices / tablets

- Good communication skills with other staff members

- Friendly, reliable, positive with an energetic approach

This role is full time paying £50,000 gross pa DOE, PAYE, company pension scheme, statutory entitlements, annual leave etc.

Must have right to work in UK, DBS clearance and present with recent and checkable references in similar role and ideally some formal qualifications in gardening, horticulture etc. Email your interest to cv@ljwrecruitment.com