Senior Premises Assistant

Job Title: Senior Premises Assistant

Annual Salary: £28,859 - £31,111 (CLF Grade C)  Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week

Provisional Start Date: 28 July 2026

Step into a pivotal role at the heart of a thriving academy! 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 be hands-on in every aspect of site management — helping to create a secure, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for staff, students, and visitors alike.

This is more than just a support role — you’ll take the lead when it matters most. Deputising in the Premises Manager’s absence, you’ll guide and motivate the Premises Team while championing a strong, proactive Health & Safety culture. If you’re someone who takes pride in high standards, thrives on responsibility, and wants to make a visible impact every day, this is your opportunity to step up and shine.

About you:

Experience of managing sites or of working in facilities management.

Experience of preparing risk assessments.

Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Ability to work to set deadlines but also flexible and adaptable to deal with adhoc issues as they arise.

Experience of inducting, working with and supervising contractors.

Ability to source suppliers and contractors and negotiate best value for money.

Experience of carrying out planned preventative maintenance.

Experience of understanding 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,