Live-in Handyman
1 week ago
**Live-In Handyman & Landscaper - Cotswolds (3-Month Contract, Potential to Extend)**
**Location**: Cotswolds - Large, desirable village with mainline train station, thriving pubs, restaurants, cafés, and shops within walking distance.
**Contract**: 3-month initial contract, with potential for extension.
**Accommodation & Benefits**:
**- Free private accommodation** in a comfortable, separate outbuilding.
**- Use of a car provided** for work-related tasks.
- Competitive salary based on experience.
**Role Overview**:
We are looking for a practical, self-sufficient **Handyman & Landscaper** to help maintain a **large family home with outbuildings and a 1-acre plot**. This role is ideal for someone with experience in **gardening, landscaping, and general property maintenance**, who enjoys working independently and taking initiative.
**Responsibilities**:
- General **gardening and landscaping** (planting, pruning, maintaining lawns and borders).
**- Designing and building** small outdoor structures (e.g., a wood store, shed, fencing).
- Basic **handyman repairs** and property maintenance.
- Assisting with outdoor upkeep, including occasional painting, tidying, and improvements.
- Keeping tools and work areas organised.
**Requirements**:
- Practical experience in **gardening, landscaping, and handyman tasks**.
- Ability to work **independently** and manage tasks proactively.
- Comfortable with **basic carpentry and outdoor maintenance**.
- Full UK driving license (preferred but not essential).
**Why Apply?**
- Work in a **beautiful Cotswold setting** with easy access to amenities.
- Live in a **comfortable private outbuilding** with no rent or bills. Fast internet. Modern kitchenette, shower and w/c and gym facilities.
- Enjoy a varied, hands-on role with scope for extension.
**To Apply**:
Please send a brief **CV and details of relevant experience** (photos or descriptions welcome).
**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent, Temporary, Fixed term contract, Graduate
Contract length: 3 months
Pay: £2,000.00-£2,500.00 per month
Expected hours: No less than 30 per week
**Benefits**:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person