Estates Manager
Closing in 12 days (11 August 2025 12:00 pm)
Job details
Salary: SCP 22-25 (£32,654 - £35,235)
Employer: Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council
Location: Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, TA8 1LE
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 11 August 2025 12:00 pm
About the job
Key information
Permanent, full-time – 37 hours per week
Salary: SCP 22-25 (£32,654 – £35,235)
What will I be doing?
We’re looking for a motivated and capable individual to support the Town Council as it continues to evolve and expand its service provision. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-quality services and enhancing our towns.
Reporting directly to the Town Clerk, this pivotal position requires a proactive, hands-on individual who thrives in a busy environment. You will lead a small dedicated team in the management, maintenance and enhancement of various assets including buildings and green spaces, ensuring their alignment with the town’s long-term strategic goals and their capacity to meet community needs. The role also involves working with a committed group of volunteers and ensuring they are well-supported.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
The post requires an experienced leader to ensure efficient and effective best practice working standards are maintained, whilst providing value-for-money. The successful candidate will be able to provide both a professional office based administrative support and be prepared to work externally on the council’s estate.
This is an opportunity for a person with an established record of achievement to contribute to the community by playing a vital role in the operations of Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council. As part of our team, you’ll be given the support and development needed to progress in your career, while making a real difference in local government.
What is in it for me?
Benefits include enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), generous holiday allowance, free onsite parking and use of a company vehicle during working hours.
Supporting documents and information
Please visit our website for the job description, person specification and application form.
For further information or an informal chat, please contact the Town Clerk –townclerk@burnham-highbridge-tc.gov.uk or 01278 788088.
CV’s will not be accepted without a completed application form.
The closing date for applications is Midday on Monday 11 August 2025
Interviews will take place w/c 18 August 2025
Apply now