Senior Premises Assistant

# Senior Premises Assistant

Employer:

Kingsmead Academy

Location:

Taunton, Somerset Contract Type:
Permanent

Hours:

Full Time Contract Length:
Permanent Salary:
£28,859 - £31,111

Posted:
8th July 2026

Expires:
9th August 2026 11:59 PM

Start Date:

As Soon As Possible Job :
1564547

Job Reference:
43798
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* Job Title:

** Senior Premises Assistant
** Annual Salary:** £28,859 - £31,111 (CLF Grade

C)
** Contract Type:
** Permanent
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* Hours:

** Full-time, 37 hours per week
** Provisional

Start Date:

** To be confirmed, depending on completion of pre employment checks

As Senior Premises Assistant, you’ll play a key part in keeping a large, busy site running safely, smoothly, and efficiently. Working closely with the Premises Manager, you’ll behands-on in every aspect of site management including repairs, compliance and security —through your high standards you’ll be a part of creating a secure, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for staff, students, and visitors alike.
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* About you:

*** Experience of maintenance or of working in facilities management
* Ability to deputise for the Premises Manager and make decisions about work priorities
* Ability to undertake and understand risk assessments.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written* .Ability to work to set deadlines but also flexible and adaptable to deal with ad-hoc issues as they arise.
* Ability to induct, work with and supervise contractors.
* Ability to source suppliers and contractors
* Experience of carrying out planned preventative maintenance or willingness to learn
* Ability to understand site related reports i.e., asbestos, H&S audit, Fire Risk Assessments, Water Risk Assessments, etc.
* Good IT skills – able to use Microsoft Office Programs Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.
** About Kingsmead Academy:
** At Kingsmead we believe in achieving through caring. Our educational philosophy is a simple one: that as a school we have a duty of care to look after the well being and development of every child, whatever their ability or circumstances. We give all students the tools to access a fulfilling life, realise their potential and prepare them to play their part in society.

A triangle of partnership is the linchpin formed between school, students and parents/carers to support students to make the best possible choices.
** Why work at CLF?
** We are a diverse and inclusive community of 36 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.

We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
** What we can offer you:
*** Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
* Generous annual leave.
* A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in-role/wider-trust development opportunities.
* Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
* Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
* A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.
* Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking plus many more!
** Recruitment timeline:
** Closing Date: 9th August Short-listing: 10th - 12th August Interviews: 26th - 27th August We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.

As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not…