Job Title: Premises Manager 

Actual Annual Salary: £17,842 - £19,465 (Based on actual hours/working weeks) 

Full Time Equivalent Salary: £33,009 - £36,011 (CLF Grade D) Based on 37 hours per week, all year round 

Contract Type: Permanent  

Hours: Part-Time, 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday (7:45am – 11:45am, some flexibility can be offered, with the preferred working arrangement to be discussed with the successful candidate) 

Provisional Start Date: October 2026 – on completion of pre employment checks. 

Are you looking for a new challenge where you can make a real impact?  

Airfield Primary Academy is seeking a dedicated Premises Manager to play a key role in maintaining a safe, secure and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors. Based at our new Weston-super-Mare academy, you will oversee the day-to-day management of the site, ensuring the buildings, grounds and facilities are well maintained, compliant and fit for learning.  

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive individual who takes pride in creating an environment where children can thrive.

Please note, this position is at a new Academy and has the potential for increased hours as the Academy expands.

You will: 

• Manage the day-to-day maintenance, repair and upkeep of the academy site. 
• Carry out compliance checks and planned preventative maintenance. 
• Ensure the security of the site, including opening and closing procedures. 
• Coordinate and supervise contractors and external service providers. 
• Promote and maintain high standards of health and safety. 
• Support the smooth running of the academy through effective premises management. 

About You 

You will have: 

• Experience in premises management, facilities management or site maintenance. 
• A good understanding of building maintenance, compliance testing and health & safety requirements. 
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. 
• Good communication and IT skills. 
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. 
• A relevant premises management qualification/training, or the ability to demonstrate equivalent experience. 

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 Airfield Primary Academy: 

Airfield Primary Academy is a new primary school opening in September 2026 on the former Weston Airfield site in Haywood Village, Weston-Super-Mare. The school will serve the local community of Haywood Village, a growing development of around 6,500 homes, and will form an integral part of the area’s educational provision. 

The academy will open initially with 30 Reception pupils, growing year by year to accommodate up to 630 pupils when full. In addition, the site will include a 102‑place nursery offering all‑year‑round provision for children aged 2–4, with separate access and a dedicated kitchen. 

The purpose‑built school will be set within extensive outdoor spaces designed to support learning and play, including nature areas, grass and all‑weather sports pitches and shared community sports facilities. These resources will help establish the academy as a vibrant hub for both education and community life. 

As a new school within Cabot Learning Federation, Airfield Primary Academy offers a unique opportunity to help shape its ethos, routines and traditions from day one, working collaboratively to embed high‑quality practice and create a welcoming, aspirational environment for pupils, families and staff alike. 

Why work at CLF? 

We are a diverse and inclusive community of 37 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 are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters and so encourage applications from underrepresented and global majority groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.   

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: 08 September 2026 

Interviews: 17 September 2026 

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 accept CVs, a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.  

Please not that sponsorship cannot be offered with this role. 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out. 

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.