At a Glance
- Tasks: Support an independent gentleman with daily activities and provide companionship.
- Company: Private household offering a rewarding and varied role.
- Benefits: £40,000+ salary, private lodge accommodation, and flexible working hours.
- Other info: Join a supportive environment with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in someone's life while enjoying a comfortable living situation.
- Qualifications: Experience in a similar role and a full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Staffordshire
Salary: £40,000+ gross per annum (DOE)
Accommodation: Separate private lodge provided
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, with flexibility required for 2–3 evenings per week and one weekend day
Start Date: Immediate
Our client is seeking an experienced, proactive, and personable Houseman / Companion / Driver to support an independent 82-year-old gentleman at his beautiful private residence in Staffordshire. This is a varied and rewarding long-term opportunity for a practical, hands-on individual who enjoys working within a private household and providing first-class personal support. The successful candidate will become a trusted presence within the household, assisting the Principal with day-to-day activities while helping to ensure the smooth running of the home. The property is a well-maintained five-bedroom residence, supported by a dedicated cleaner and a full-time gardener. The successful candidate will live on the estate in a separate private lodge, offering comfortable and private accommodation. Whilst the accommodation is suitable for a married couple, this is a single role, and employment is available for one person only.
Duties include (but are not limited to):
- Driving the Principal to appointments, social engagements, and outings, including visits to local National Parks
- Providing companionship and day-to-day support to the Principal
- Assisting with general household administration, including managing appointments, correspondence, and personal errands
- Running errands, shopping, and collecting prescriptions as required
- Ensuring the home remains organised and presentable, working alongside the existing household staff
- Providing practical assistance around the property and helping with general household tasks
- Offering physical support when required, including assisting the Principal with wheelchair mobility
- Liaising with household staff and external contractors where necessary
- Maintaining discretion, professionalism, and complete confidentiality at all times
- Being flexible to support the Principal during occasional evenings and one weekend day each week
The Ideal Candidate:
- Previous experience working within a private household as a Houseman, Household Assistant, Companion, Driver, or in a similar all-rounder role
- A full, clean UK driving licence with excellent driving skills
- Capable of assisting the Principal with mobility and wheelchair support
- Organised, proactive, and able to work independently using their own initiative
- Friendly, patient, and personable, with excellent communication skills
- Flexible, reliable, and happy to adapt to the Principal's changing needs
- Highly trustworthy, discreet, and committed to maintaining the highest levels of confidentiality
Houseman/Companion/Driver employer: Exclusive Household Staff
Join a supportive and dynamic household environment in Staffordshire, where your role as a Houseman/Companion/Driver will be both fulfilling and impactful. Enjoy the benefits of private accommodation in a beautiful estate, alongside opportunities for personal growth and development while providing essential support to an independent gentleman. With a focus on flexibility and a strong work-life balance, this position offers a unique chance to make a meaningful difference in someone's life.
