Complete Household Support from a Professional, Long-Term Team
At The Burford Recruitment Company, we specialise in introducing experienced Domestic Couples to private households and country estates across Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, and the wider Cotswolds.
Our Domestic Couples provide flexible, full-service support — combining the skills of two trusted professionals who can manage your property, grounds, and day-to-day household needs with efficiency and discretion.
Why Clients Choose Our Service
We’re proud to represent career Domestic Couples with proven experience working in formal, semi-formal, and family environments.
Each couple we recommend is personally interviewed, reference-checked, and known to our team — ensuring a strong partnership and complementary skill set.
We recruit for:
- Live-in and live-out positions
- Full-time or part-time appointments
- Permanent or seasonal placement
What a Domestic Couple Can Do for You
Depending on your requirements, a Domestic Couple may cover:
- Housekeeping, laundry, and wardrobe care
- Cooking, family meals, or event preparation
- Gardening, grounds maintenance, and light repairs
- Driving, vehicle maintenance, and shopping
- Property security, caretaking, and guest assistance
- Pet care and household management
We take time to understand your lifestyle and expectations before introducing candidates, ensuring a natural fit with your household or estate.
The Recruitment Process
1️⃣ We begin with an in-depth consultation to understand your household’s dynamics and priorities.
2️⃣ We shortlist suitable couples from our extensive database of over 15,000 local candidates.
3️⃣ Each couple is interviewed together and individually for compatibility, flexibility, and communication.
4️⃣ References, right-to-work checks, and background verification are completed before introduction.
Every introduction is supported by The Good Recruitment Guarantee, ensuring quality and accountability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Domestic Couples always live on site?
Most do, but we also place local live-out couples depending on property layout and working hours.
Can one partner work externally?
Yes, many clients accommodate part-time or split roles where one partner has external employment.
Do you supply short-term couples?
Yes — we can provide seasonal or relief cover for holiday periods or during recruitment transitions.
Let’s Discuss Your Requirements
Every household is unique — and the right housekeeper should feel like a natural fit for yours.
We’ll listen carefully, advise honestly, and introduce candidates who meet your standards for service, discretion, and trust.
Discreet. Professional. Personal.
The Burford Recruitment Company — trusted by private families, estate owners, and family offices across the Cotswolds for Confidentiality, Integrity, and Community.
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