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Caretaker Couple Jobs in London

£26–£42 an hour · Live-in, on site

Quick answer

Caretaker Couple jobs in London typically pay £26–£42 an hour (about £4,500–£7,250 a month full time). Live-in positions are common, with a usual schedule of live-in, on site. Employers ask for property care or estate experience and right-to-work checks. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in London.

Typical pay
£26–£42
per hour
Full-time monthly
£4,500–£7,250
about 40 hours a week
Live-in
Common
accommodation provided
Schedule
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Open caretaker couple positions in London

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About caretaker couple jobs in London

A caretaker couple is a couple who live on a property and look after the house, grounds and security together. In London, these roles are offered by private households across Greater London, from busy professional couples to large multi-generation homes.

London is known for banking, fintech, law, media, and life sciences, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as HSBC, Barclays, Deloitte, Google UK, the NHS, and Revolut. London handles more foreign exchange trading than any other city on Earth and hosts Europe's largest fintech cluster.

Main duties

  • Maintain and secure the property
  • Look after gardens, pools and outbuildings
  • Clean and prepare the house for visits
  • Supervise contractors
  • Receive guests and deliveries

Caretaker Couple pay in London

Household incomes in London are shaped by an average local salary of around £47,000, which is why caretaker couple pay here sits above the UK average. Pay rises with experience, references, live-in flexibility and extra duties such as driving or cooking.

Household roles in LondonTypical pay ranges, per hour. Caretaker Couple highlighted.
Caretaker Couple£26–£42
Personal Driver£17–£30
Caretaker Couple pay across UKTypical ranges in the largest cities, per hour.
London£26–£42
Manchester£26–£36
Birmingham£26–£35
Edinburgh£26–£37

Indicative ranges for 2026 based on local salary levels and published household pay; individual offers vary.

A day as a caretaker couple

Typical day — Caretaker CoupleAn example day — real schedules are agreed with each family.
  1. 7:00Breakfast & household start
  2. 9:30Cleaning & maintenance
  3. 12:30Lunch
  4. 15:00Garden, errands, laundry
  5. 18:30Dinner & lock-up

Why work in London?

The local job market is growing at 3.2% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to London.

London is often described as “Europe's Financial and Fintech Capital”, and its households expect a professional standard of service.

Requirements

What families ask for

  • Property care or estate experience
  • Practical maintenance skills
  • References
  • Right to work for both partners

Working in United Kingdom

  • Right to work in United Kingdom: Workers need the right to work in the UK; employers must check documents before employment starts.
  • Checks: employers usually ask for right-to-work checks, references and a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check — an enhanced DBS check for roles with children or vulnerable adults.
  • Minimum pay: wages must meet the National Living Wage or National Minimum Wage.
  • Contract: Employees must receive a written statement of employment particulars from their first day of work.

Live-in or live-out?

Live-in caretaker couple roles in London normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package. Live-out roles pay the full hourly rate, and families often add travel costs for early starts.

How to get hired

  1. Register

    Create your profile with your caretaker couple experience, availability and references.

  2. Verification

    Complete UK right-to-work and background checks.

  3. Interview & trial

    Meet the family and work a short, paid trial day.

  4. Contract & start

    Agree pay, hours and leave in writing before you start.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a caretaker couple earn in London?

Caretaker Couple jobs in London typically pay £26–£42 an hour (about £4,500–£7,250 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.

Are there live-in caretaker couple jobs in London?

Live-in positions are common. Live-in caretaker couple roles in London normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package.

What do I need to work as a caretaker couple in UK?

Employers ask for property care or estate experience, practical maintenance skills and right-to-work checks. You must also have the right to work in United Kingdom.

What does a caretaker couple do day to day?

A caretaker couple is a couple who live on a property and look after the house, grounds and security together. Typical duties include maintain and secure the property, look after gardens, pools and outbuildings, clean and prepare the house for visits.

How do I apply for caretaker couple jobs in London on AvailJob?

Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in London hires for this role, you are matched and contacted.

What hours does a caretaker couple work?

A typical schedule is live-in, on site. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.