Katherine Shields Private Staff

Bespoke Household Recruitment

Katherine Shields Private Staff

Katherine Shields Private Staff

Bespoke Household Recruitment

Katherine Shields Private Staff

Bespoke Household Recruitment

Katherine Shields Private Staff

Bespoke Household Recruitment

Katherine Shields Private Staff

Bespoke Household Recruitment

Katherine Shields Private Staff

Bespoke Household Recruitment

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Thank you Bridgette for finding me a fantastic job and for making the whole process so easy, nothing was too much trouble and you were always on the end of the phone if I had a question. I highly recommend the company and even more so the wonderful Bridgette.

Isabelle Emson
10/12/2025
I’m delighted to say that, I am highly impressed and satisfied with KPS with Bridgitte . She demonstrated professionalism,support kindness . She was so proactive and prices in all aspects.Highly recommended to everyone 😊

Katalin Kallo
06/11/2025
I had the pleasure of working with Katherine, who proved to be an exceptionally professional, dedicated, and kind person. Her approach to candidates is outstanding — combining empathy, efficiency, and a deep understanding of the needs of both employees and employers. Katherine has a remarkable ability to find the perfect match between a candidate and a company in a very short time, demonstrating an impressive knowledge of the job market and excellent communication skills.Thanks to her support, the recruitment process was smooth, stress-free, and built on mutual trust. I can say with full confidence that Katherine is one of the best professionals in her field — professionalism in its purest form.I wholeheartedly recommend working with Katherine to anyone who values honesty, reliability, and a truly personal approach.

Piotr buz
15/10/2025
I would love to highly recommend Katherine Shields Private staff Agency. From the beginning Katherine and Briggent were really helpful. The service is high standard. They help and advice with all the steps to find dreams couple job! We so happy we are registered there.

Karolina Gutowicz
08/10/2025
Katherine was very polite and friendly from the time a job was found until the contracts were signed, and even after she was very helpful whenever we had any questions.

Levente Ármós (Sawyer)
23/09/2025
Mrs Bridgette is brilliant, She helped me finding a job, she was so involved in everything, if I can I would give her 10 stars, Thank you Bridgette and all the team! ☀️

Florica Cuc
22/09/2025
Ms Katherine is an absolute star , therefore , I will add 5 more ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ to this review ! From the very first call / contact we felt like someone she genuinely wanted to help. She guided us through every step, answered our endless questions and always kept us updated . Honestly - if all recruiters were like Ms Katherine - job hunting would actually be … flawless , I could say ! Fantastic experience and professionalism ! Highly recommended !

Sorin Ghilan
10/09/2025
Had a fantastic experience with Katherine Shields Staff Agency! Bridgette was professional, attentive, and matched me with the perfect employer. Couldn’t be happier—highly recommend for anyone seeking domestic staff opportunities!

Becky Louise
01/08/2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I had a great experience with Katherine Sheilds Private Staff. Bridgette was very friendly, professional and kept in touch throughout the process. I Highly recommend for anyone looking for support in their job search.Emma Daly

Luke Walker
30/07/2025
I'm very pleased to give my personal feedback to Bridgette /Katherine Shields Private Staff Agency . The service is just exceptional, communication to the highest level , staying in touch and support me with my job hunt here in London. The highest satisfaction from the start to the last day Bridgette supported me , guided me and being always responsive. I do highly recommend Katherine Shields Private Staff Agency to anyone that is in search for the professionalism, hard work, great work ethic and friendly approach. Thank you Bridgette

Naneta “Naneta”
17/07/2025

People are at the heart of everything we do.

From our discerning clients, to our outstanding candidates and the KS Private Staff team who pull everything together, it’s all about the individuals that make it happen.

We understand that no two clients are the same and know the difference having exactly the right member of staff can make; we pride ourselves on getting quickly to the heart of any brief and supplying the highest possible calibre of candidate.

After all, our people speak for us.

Whether you’re looking for the perfect job or the perfect employee, we’ll find you the perfect match…

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Butler/Maintenance/Driver & Housekeeper/Cook

High-profile London household seeks an experienced Domestic Couple with exceptional standards of housekeeping, cooking, and service. The role requires a detail-oriented, discreet, and professional couple able to maintain the property to the highest level.:

Meticulous housekeeping, laundry, wardrobe and home organisation
High-standard family cooking (on occasions, no dinner parties)
Serving and light butler duties
Partner to manage plant room, basic houseman duties and support with driving (one driver required)
Garden support (team of gardeners employed)
Security presence on-site when the principal is away

Five-day week but flexibility required when principal in residence; days off taken when the principal not in residence. Must sleep at property for security (apart from scheduled holidays/booked time off).

Private, self-contained one-bedroom flat provided with costs covered

Interviewing now to start when ideal couple found

Location:Knightsbridge, SW3
Availability: ASAP
Salary: £90k+ gross combined
Ref: ZR 834
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Live-out Housekeeper/Cook

A wonderful client is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Live-out Head Housekeeper to manage the day-to-day cleanliness, organisation and upkeep of a newly refurbished private residence in Kensington, London.

The successful candidate will also oversee a nearby guest property, ensuring it remains in pristine condition and is always ready for guests.

This is a hands-on role with elements of household management, requiring someone who is proactive, discreet and capable of working independently. The ideal candidate will be meticulous, detail-oriented and comfortable liaising with family members, guests and external service providers.

This is a full time role working Monday to Friday from 9am – 6pm.

Role to commence as soon as the right candidate is found.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated, trustworthy individual with extensive experience looking to join a prestigious private household on a long-term basis.

Location: Kensington
Availability: ASAP
Salary: £50k + gross
Ref: ZR 840

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Live-in Groundsman/Gardener

A lovely client is seeking a discreet, hands-on and highly experienced Live-in Groundsman/Head Gardener for a full-time, long-term role on a 40-acre private estate in Surrey.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day care, presentation and long-term management of the estate, maintaining lawns, parkland, woodland, paddocks, driveway and formal landscaped areas to an exceptional standard, carrying out all seasonal horticultural tasks and assisting with planting schemes, borders and the kitchen garden.

Duties also include the care and welfare of animals (dogs, cats, chickens, alpacas and sheep), daily dog walking, operation and maintenance of estate machinery, oversight of irrigation, drainage, fencing and infrastructure, maintenance of hard landscaping, fountains and outdoor furniture, supervision of other grounds staff and contractors and management of tennis court and swimming pool maintenance.

Additional responsibilities include estate security when the principals are away, occasional driving and school runs, indoor handyman tasks, assistance with vehicle servicing and willingness to travel occasionally to the family’s London residence to address any issues.

Location: Surrey
Availability: March / April
Salary: £40k gross
Ref: ZR 848
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Recently Registered Candidates

Couple

Ref: ZR_17928_CAND

Location preference: London, Country or Overseas

Salary expectation: £80k- £85k gross pa

Professional domestic couple with EU passports currently managing an eight-bedroom estate on 30 acres as sole staff. He oversees estate management, maintenance, security, driving, and contractors, bringing a background in building, restoration, and personal protection. She delivers exceptional housekeeping, laundry, organisation, and light to dinner-party-level cooking, with strong administrative skills. Both come very highly recommended and are looking for a new long term post.

Enquire about this or a similar candidate, click here.

Couple

Ref: ZR_2916_CAND

Location preference: Anywhere!

Salary expectation: £70k - £75k gross pa

Mature, fit and conscientious couple looking for a new role as their employers are downsizing. He is an electrical engineer by trade, regularly been called on to fix faulty electronic gates etc, he has good maintenance and gardening skills. She is a hands on housekeeper with high standards and a good cook. They have no pets but are massive animal lovers - both have experience with horses and dogs. They come highly recommended by previous employers and are available with short notice.

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House Manager (live in)

Ref: ZR_17710_CAND

Location preference: Anywhere!

Salary expectation: £80k gross pa live-out or £60k gross pa live-in

An experienced, discreet House Manager with 20+ years managing high-value private households across Europe, the UK and the US. Expert in property operations, staff and contractor oversight, budgeting and guest readiness. Luxury brand background. Dual UK/Australian citizen, fluent English, professional French. Open to worldwide roles.

Enquire about this or a similar candidate, click here.

“Highly recommended. Katherine was very efficient and well focused at finding just the right person to fit our needs.”
Cath Kidston

“Katherine has assisted me in finding a Nanny. Initially the process seemed daunting, but Katherine spent so much time listening at the beginning of the process she was able to fully understand our needs and requirements. Her unique blend of professionalism, experience, and attention to detail with a real care for her clients has meant we have found the perfect match and the process of finding help within our home has been a really positive experience. Thank you Katherine.”
Ms N Arnott

“After being with our first family for 18 years looking for a new position was daunting, we met Katherine who was so encouraging and professional, within a week we had 3 interviews lined up and were offered a job within 10 days!! What we had thought was going to be difficult, with Katherine as our mediator was just so exciting. She understood us as a couple and matched us with the most lovely family. We remain so grateful for the ongoing support and cannot recommend her enough to anyone looking for work in this sector and to any prospective employers.”
Simon & Sherna Forrest

“Katherine and her team provide an exemplary service. They ensure they fully understand the brief, and vet all applicants accordingly. This means the client is presented first time round with a short list of high standard candidates, which is of course the ideal. If you are looking for a first rate staffing agency, look no further.”
Laura Auckland, UK EA to Chairman of major recording company

“With just five weeks to find a new role and home, we immediately contacted Katherine at Katherine Shields Private Staff. She told us not to worry and reassured us that something would come up. Three weeks later we’ve just had confirmation that we have a new job to start. On meeting Katherine you can immediately sense her professionalism. She assesses your personality and your capabilities and is able to match you with the perfect role. We really can’t thank her enough. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking a future in a private household.”
Roy & Mari-Lyn Hutton – Domestic Couple