We connect dedicated professionals with welcoming households who promote a positive and rewarding working work environment. Our adage is to “connect good people with good people”. Explore our current household staff roles that match your skills and experience and join our network of exceptional professionals wanting to make a positive impact within households across the Cotswolds."
Our clients need household staff with dedication, experience, and reliability. They value trustworthy professionals who demonstrate a strong commitment to their roles and have a proven track record of longevity in their positions. If you are a dependable and experienced individual ready to make a lasting impact, we invite you to apply for one of our local household positions.
A long-term experienced nanny is required for a family with two children, one boy aged 2 and a newborn. You need to be passionate about childcare, well-organised, and intuitive about children’s developmental needs and engaging children in stimulating activities. You must be an outdoorsy person and a knowledge of ponies and riding would be an advantage. The role is Monday to Friday but there is a degree of flexibility for the right candidate.
An experienced couple with proven longevity to manage and maintain a large country house. Both of you will be responsible for the cleanliness and organisation of the inside of the house, as well as looking after the auxiliary buildings, swimming pool, and tennis court. You will be responsible for its upkeep during the week, making sure it is ready for weekends and holidays. You must demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and uphold impeccable quality in all areas.
A dynamic and experienced House Manager with proven longevity to manage and maintain a large country house. You will be responsible for its upkeep during the week making sure it is ready for weekends and holidays when the family is resident. Plans may change but you must not be fazed by this. You will have a full time Housekeeper and cleaning staff supporting you. An exciting opportunity for someone who loves looking after a busy but fun household with energy and spontaneity.
A highly skilled professional is required to maintain impeccable standards of cleanliness, organisation, and presentation. You must have extensive experience in private housekeeping within a formal or high-end residence. The ideal candidate will possess a meticulous eye for detail, a commitment to perfection, and a dedication to maintaining the highest standards with complete discretion. Experience in care of specialist items of furniture, artefacts and personal possessions are a must.
We have several lovely families in the area who are looking for an experienced live-out nanny to care for their young children. The roles involve providing childcare, supporting the households with tasks such as grocery shopping, cooking, running errands, and maintaining the children's rooms. The ideal candidates will be organised, proactive, passionate about childcare, and experienced in similar roles. A hands-on approach, flexibility, and an understanding of children's developmental needs are essential.
Requiring a proactive and highly organised individual to ensure the smooth running of a beautiful home.This is a varied role that combines meticulous housekeeping with personal assistant responsibilities and occasional driving, requiring someone who can multitask effectively and adapt to the family's needs. The ideal candidate must also be comfortable around children and dogs.
An observant and organised Housekeeper to manage a large second home. You will be solely responsible for the property and maintaining it to a high standard so that it is guest ready at all times. You must be self motivated and able to manage your own time as the family is not always in residence. The role is largely Monday to Friday, but weekend flexibility is required.
We are seeking an experienced live-out housekeeper to join a large private family home. The role requires someone who is hardworking, diligent, and used to working independently. The housekeeper will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organisation of the home as well as laundry. The role also requires someone who is comfortable around animals.
An exciting opportunity for a passionate Groundsman to work in this superbly historic garden near Hook Norton. This role involves maintaining and developing the beautiful grounds and gardens, making it a perfect role for someone eager to contribute to its growth. Experience with certifications such as chain saw and PA1/PA6 spraying is beneficial. This role would suit someone who is organised, self-motivated, and passionate about horticulture.
A warm, experienced and proactive Nanny to look after a four year old and 6 month old. The role will be a mix of sole charge and shared care. When the four-year-old is at school your primary focus will be caring for the 6 month old. The role is four days a week and the family would very much like one of these days to be a Saturday which will be reflected in the salary.
A traditional Butler to carry out all the usual Butler tasks, as well as helping out with Shoot Lunches, Lunches and Dinner parties in a large country house. Must have previous private household experience and work well in a team.
An experienced driver / all-rounder required to support the smooth running of a busy household. Need to be a practical, willing person able to turn your hand to anything. Driving, car valeting and car maintenance, running errands, general maintenance and gardening. This role would suit ex-military, ex-police force.
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“Kitty and Camilla helped us recruit a wonderful couple. They understood the requirements and only introduced suitable candidates and then provided all the support necessary to make the whole process very straightforward. They have also helped source other services from computer gurus to property surveyors. They are definitely our first port of call when we need help. And they are fun and delightful to work with.”
“Kitty really saved the day for me, we required an emergency gardener to sort out a few issues and Kitty found the most exceptional individual. The gardener pulled out all the stops and really understood our requirements under the circumstances. He was incredibly knowledgeable, passionate and efficient. What I love about Kitty is that she didn’t panic, she was straight-forward, picked up our request immediately and got the job done to the highest standard. Kitty knew the standard we required and solved our dilemma with true professionalism.”
“We are settling in nicely to our house and I wanted to drop you a quick note to tell you how thrilled we are with our new housekeeper. She’s such a find! Not only does she have the best attitude and work ethic, she is an absolute pleasure to have around the house, AND she’s also the best chef we’ve ever had! Thank you thank you!!”
"Kitty and Camilla are the dream team providing seamless help for all your household needs. They helped clients of mine find several members of staff and provided them with various options in a timely and efficient manner. They are a joy to work with - fun, engaging and also highly focused. They have a seemingly never-ending book of contacts and potential applicants for varying household roles. I would have no hesitation in recommending them."
“Having been told by friends I was after the ‘holy grail’ of childcare and not to keep my hopes up, Leave it to Us found me not only 1 but 2 holy grails to choose from! Their service was slick, efficient and super-professional and I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again and again. In fact I may go back to bed and just Leave it to Them!”
“You stand out from all the other agencies, with a totally different and human approach which I so appreciate. Your kindness and positivity helped me navigate this phase and stay positive too. You are the only kind agency I work with.”
“Kitty & Camilla have been a godsend when hiring nannies, housekeepers, occasional staff etc. Between them they know EVERYONE and they have the experience and judgment to work out what you really need. They are honest and straight-talking. You also feel they are genuinely passionate about getting the right person for your role. It is such a competitive market here in the Cotswolds, but they move quickly and particularly in closing the deal and getting someone signed up. They have been invaluable in terms of ongoing advice too. A HUGE thumbs up from me.”
“We had an exceptional experience with Leave it to Us, thanks to Kitty and Camilla. They helped us hire a Property Manager for us, and we couldn't be happier. She has become an invaluable asset, seamlessly integrating into our team and enhancing our operations. We can't imagine life here without her. The professionalism and dedication of Kitty and Camilla made the hiring process smooth and efficient. Highly recommended!”
"We would just like to highlight that we love working with Chef Fionna! She has a wonderful energy and is always accommodating with our catering needs. A real gem to work with – Thank you Kitty and Camilla and please pass on the family feedback onto Fionna”
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