Our private staff vacancies are directed to candidates that have registered their CV's with us via the link on our Candidate Registration page, to join the agency is free.
We currently have immediate vacancies across the UK and beyond for experienced candidates with verifiable Private House/ Estate experience.
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CURRENT VACANCIES
#PSA 150
Live-in Housekeeper & Handyman Couple
Location: Private Estate, Scottish Highlands (Remote Location)
Our Candidate has been appointed.
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#PSA 152
Job Title: Land Agent / Estate Manager Job ref 152.
Location: Cumbria
Candidate appointed April 2026
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#PSA 192
Experienced Housekeeping Couple – Live out.
Job Reference: # PSA192
Job Title: Live-Out Housekeeping Couple
Location: Near Edinburgh, Scotland
Our Candidate has been appointed
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#PSA193
Part-Time Live-Out Experienced Housekeeper/Nanny
Location: Glasgow, Scotland
Candidate appointed
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#PSA181
Estate Manager – Florida, USA
Salary: $180,000 to $200,000 DOE
Location: Florida (live-out)
Employment Type: Full-time, long-term
Candidate from The Private Staff Agency - employed, our first USA engagement
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#PSA 194
EXPERIENCED HOUSKEEPER REQUIRED
JOB REF. - #PSA 194
FULL OR PARTIME – JOB SHARE CONSIDERED - stunning location.
LOCATION: Isle of Skye
Position filled
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#PSA 216
EXPERIENCED HOUSKEEPER/COOK REQUIRED
JOB REF. - #PSA 216
LOCATION: Hampshire/Berkshire borders near Reading
Our Candidate appointed March 2026
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#PSA 218
EXPERIENCED Nanny Required
JOB REF. - #PSA 218
LOCATION: Hampshire/Berkshire borders near Reading
Job Title: Nanny (Live-Out)
Hours: min of 40 hours per week (by arrangement, flexibility required) definite Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday generous salary up to £52,000 - depending on experience.
Start Date: see details below
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and adaptable Nanny to support a busy household with two young children (10 months and 2 years old). This is a live-out position and requires a candidate who is flexible, proactive, and enjoys a varied role that includes childcare, as part of a small team. Might involve travel.
Key Responsibilities
Requirements
· Must have a flexible approach to hours worked – to be confirmed by all parties at interview.
· Proven experience in similar Nanny/Cook roles with young children.
· Enhanced DBS check (or willing to obtain).
· Verifiable references from previous employers.
· A confident driver with a clean licence.
· Flexible, reliable, and able to adapt to the needs of a busy household.
· Positive attitude – sees change as a challenge, not an obstacle.
· Paediatric First aid certification essential.
Package and Salary:
· Very generous salary available up to £52,000pa - depending on experience.
· up to 40 hours per week.
Lovely position and location working within a happy household.
Position to commence July/ August or before if experienced candidate is found.
Client will only accept registered candidates.
To be considered for any of our positions candidates must register with the agency press the apply here link above and submit a full CV quoting the Job reference. A registration form will then be issued for completion. There is no charge to join
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Position: Live-in Experienced Housekeeping Couple
Job Reference: # PSA 222
Location: Private Estate Near Matlock Derbyshire
Our Candidates appointed
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PSA 224
EXPERIENCED Nanny Required
JOB REF. - #PSA 224
LOCATION: Kensington London
Job Title: Nanny (Live-Out)
Our Candidate has been appointed April 2026
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Live in Experienced Housekeeper and Houseman couple
Job Reference: # PSA 243
Location: Private Country Estate | English Countryside Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE
Accommodation: Off site House provided all bills paid
Start Date: asap
Overview An exceptional opportunity has become available for an experienced and highly professional Housekeeping Couple to join a prestigious private estate set within the heart of the English countryside.
The principals, a discerning couple are seeking a refined, discreet, and hands-on couple who take genuine pride in maintaining impeccable standards within a luxury private household. This is a long-term position ideally suited to candidates looking for stability, trust, and the privilege of working within a beautiful estate environment.
The Role
This is a varied and rewarding position requiring initiative, precision, and a thorough understanding of the expectations within a UHNW private residence. Happy to work in London when required at principals other residence.
Housekeeper Responsibilities
Houseman responsibilities
Additional Duties
The Ideal Couple
The Package
This role offers not only a competitive financial package, but the rare opportunity to become a valued and trusted part of a beautifully managed private estate for years to come.
Client looking to interview more candidates
Application
To be considered, candidates must register with the agency via the Candidate Registration page and submit a full CV. A registration form will then be issued for completion. Press the Apply link above to apply.
Please note: The client will only consider registered candidates.
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Live in Experienced Housekeeper /Cook
Job Reference: # PSA 252
Location: Private: Estate Fife Scotland
Accommodation: Cottage provided
Start Date: asap
Overview
Our client seeking an exceptional, reliable and experienced Traditional Housekeeper/Cook.
The Estate grounds are open to the public 2 days per week and the estate events team organise weddings, shoots and other events during the year. This position is a Senior demanding position within a beautiful estate in Fife Scotland.
Housekeeper /Cook responsibilities
• Perform daily cleaning of all areas of the home, including kitchens, bathrooms,
• bedrooms, and living spaces. Schedules will be provided to follow.
• Laundry and linen management.
• Ensuring the home remains welcoming, and immaculate at all times.
• Maintaining household supplies and stock levels.
• Kitchen upkeep and maintaining hygienic food preparation areas.
• Cooking for the principals when in residence and for occasional family events, traditional country house cooking.
• Assist with serving if required for large functions in the house
• Running errands such as shopping or dry cleaning (if required).
• When the family are in residence the focus will be to care for the principals, their family and guests.
• Manage part time housekeeper.
• Oversee contractors that may be working within the property.
• Reporting maintenance issues or repairs required within the property to the Estate Factor.
• Happy to drive when needed to airport and train station for guests or family
• collections.
• Happy to work with the Estate Factor to oversee events and functions.
• Able to arrange flowers when required and take the initiative to communicate with the Head Gardener when replacements or produce is required from the garden.
The Ideal Candidate
• Proven experience working as a housekeeper in a private household.
• A fit mature, able housekeeper who is used to working to tight schedules.
• Someone who is happy to host visiting guests when the principals are not in residence.
• Overseeing external catering staff and kitchen staff during events.
• A motivated self-starter who can manage his/her time effectively.
• Overseeing Estate events on a rota basis under the supervision of the Factor.
• Excellent attention to detail and high cleaning standards.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Knowledge of proper cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
• Discreet, trustworthy and respectful of privacy.
• Good organisational skills and a proactive approach to tasks.
• We are seeking candidates that are looking for a long-term commitment.
• The ideal candidate will be very detail-oriented, and capable of working
• independently while taking pride in maintaining a well-run household environment.
• Able to act to alarm responses and operate as a key holder
Requirements
The client will require references from past employers and contactable referees.
Days and Hours
Typically 40 hours per week Monday to Friday but totally flexible approach when principals are in residence.
Personal attributes
• Happy to work as part of a team
• Reliable and punctual
• Professional and respectful
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Totally flexible and adaptable to change
Reporting
Reporting to the Principles and the Estate Factor
Benefits
Salary up to £40,000 pa DOE.
• Car provided for business use.
• Pension.
• Annual leave 28 days paid leave.
• Separate 2 bedroom cottage provided council tax paid, reduced cost biomass heating.
• Pets and partners (partner to pursue their own employment) are welcome.
Application
To be considered, candidates must register with the agency via the Candidate Registration page and submit a full CV. A registration form will then be issued for completion. Press the Apply link above to apply.
Please note: The client will only consider registered candidates.
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Job Description – Experienced Gardener/Caretaker
Job Reference: #PSA 255
Location: Near Auchterarder, Perthshire, Scotland
Job Title: Gardener/Caretaker (Live-in or Live-out)
Salary: Up to £26,500 DOE (depending on requirement for tied accommodation)
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Start Date: June 2026
Overview
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Gardener/Caretaker to join a beautiful private rural sporting estate in Perthshire, Scotland. This is a varied and rewarding role combining hands-on horticultural responsibilities with general caretaking duties.
The successful candidate will take pride in maintaining and enhancing the estate gardens, including a productive vegetable garden, while also ensuring the smooth running and security of the main house and estate. The house role is caretaker and dog sitter. A Housekeeper is employed to look after the house interior and family.
Key Responsibilities
Duties will include, but are not limited to:
Candidate Requirements
Benefits
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to take on a long-term role in a stunning rural setting, contributing to the upkeep and development of a well-maintained private estate.
The estate is known to be community focused and is a very happy place to work and live in for a family or individual alike.
Application
To be considered, candidates must register with the agency via the Candidate Registration page and submit a full CV. A registration form will then be issued for completion. Press the Apply link above to apply.
Please note: The client will only consider registered candidates.
Candidate interviewing
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Once registered with us you will be informed when suitable vacancies occur - often before social media launches.
When we are engaged by a client they will only consider applications from Agency registered candidates we promote.
Not all our vacancies are advertised on the website to retain client confidentiality.
We also would like to hear from multi skilled talented candidates that could meet our clients wider recruitment expectations.
As a staffing agency we have some wonderful clients in amazing locations.
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FEEDBACK FROM CANDIDATES
I can highly recommend The Private Staff Agency. They offer a high quality of bespoke and friendly customer service. A lovely team who are committed to finding the right staff for the perfect fit”
Ann, Leicestershire 01/2024
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As a candidate, I would highly recommend The Private Staff Agency. When I applied for a local position last year, James was always on hand, and forever helpful with any small queries I had, making sure I’d be a good fit for clients, and likewise.
James was, and still is, very supportive and considerate of my position today. You get a real sense of someone who actually cares.
It’s five stars from me.
Ms. D from the Highlands 02.2025
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As I applied for a Housekeeper position, I was unsure what the process would be as I was new to working with an agency.
The Private Staff Agency immediately put me at ease. Their communication was consistent and approachable; I knew every step of the process and was never left guessing as to what was happening.
I was informed every step of the way.
Throughout the process I was delighted at the level of feeling deeply understood.
The agency made the most perfect match …. I felt like I had found a new family and dear friends.
Nicola - Durham 04/2025
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