CURRENT VACANCIES
CARETAKER/CLEANER
Part-time – 22 hours per week
Monday – Thursday 7.30am – Midday and Friday 7.30am – 11.30am
(some flexibility required for locking up out of hours)
Salary: Grade 3, SCP 10 – 13, £27,694 – £29,064 per annum pro rata (£16,468 – £17,304 pro rata)
A new job opportunity has arisen to join the Estates Team as a Caretaker/Cleaner at Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council.
We are seeking a dedicated, reliable and motivated individual who is committed to achieving high standards of repairs, maintenance and cleaning.
The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our visitors and staff at the Town Council Offices and The Princess Theatre and Arts Centre, as well as being responsible for safety checks e.g. fire alarm testing.
This position requires attention to detail, a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. This is a physical role and will include moving of equipment, tables and chairs and operating the Theatres tiered seating.
Previous experience of being a key holder and an awareness of health and safety good practice is essential, alongside the ability to be flexible to meet the needs of the Council.
Benefits include enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), generous holiday allowance, uniform and free onsite parking.
Please visit our website www.burnham-highbridge-tc.gov.uk for the job description, person specification and application form.
For further information or an informal chat, please contact the Deputy Town Clerk deputyclerk@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 27th August 2026
Interviews will take place w/c 2nd September 2026
CUSTOMER SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR
Part-Time (10 Hours) – 6 Month Temporary Fixed Term
Grade SCP10, £27,694 Per Annum Pro-Rata
Thursday 0900-1500 and Friday 0900-1300 (£3,634.50 pro rata for the fixed term)
Are you friendly, efficient and with experience in customer services and administration?
If you want to be part of a team improving the services to the people of Burnham and Highbridge, we want to hear from you!
Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council is seeking to recruit a 6-month temporary fixed term Customer Service Administrator to join our busy office in Burnham-on-Sea.
A cheerful personality and an ability to work as part of a team is always essential in this environment.
You will be the first point of contact for all enquiries to the Town Council and you will assist with the day-to-day running of the council offices, providing administrative support across all the council’s operations. Your responsibilities will include handling telephone, post and email enquiries on a broad range of issues about life in Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge.
The successful candidates must be able to demonstrate a passion for excellent customer service along with good communication, telephony and IT skills.
If you’re interested in this varied role and in improving the information that we provide to our residents in Burnham & Highbridge, then get in touch.
Please visit our website www.burnham-highbridge-tc.gov.uk for the job description, person specification and application form:
For further information or an informal chat, please contact the Deputy Town Clerk deputyclerk@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 Wednesday 26th August 2026
Interviews will take place on 3rd September 2026.
Please note that there are 2 sections of the application which must be completed and submitted.
Customer Service Administrator – JD
Customer Administrator – Person Specification
ESTATES MANAGER
Permanent, part-time – 30 hours per week
Salary: SCP 22-25 (£33,699-£36,363)
(£27,323-£29,483 pro-rata)
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 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.
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 deliver high‑quality administrative support as well as project management of on-site contracts.
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.
Benefits include enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), generous holiday allowance and free onsite parking.
For further information or an informal chat, please contact the Deputy Town Clerk – deputyclerk@burnham-highbridge-tc.gov.uk or phone: 01278 788088.
CV’s will not be accepted without a completed application form.
Please note that there are 2 sections of the application which must be completed and submitted.
Estate Manager – Person Specification