Staff Vacancies

Head of Amenities & Assets

Full time - Senior Management Role
Salary: £39,152 - £44,075 (SCP 28–33)

Are you a confident leader who thrives on responsibility, brings structure and calm to busy operational services and wants to shape the future of a thriving coastal community?
Minehead Town Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Head of Amenities & Assets to lead the strategic and operational delivery of our public realm, environmental services and community assets. Following the expansion of the Council’s direct control over parks, open spaces and local facilities, this is a senior leadership role with substantial influence over how Minehead’s environment is cared for, improved and invested in. Your role will directly shape the quality, character and resilience of the town’s most valued public spaces.
About the RoleReporting to the Town Clerk, you will:● Lead the strategic planning and day to day delivery of amenities and place based services.● Provide strong people leadership to a committed operational team.● Oversee management of parks, open spaces, public conveniences, recreation facilities and community assets.● Manage budgets, ensuring value for money and resilience.● Lead Council-run events, from planning and safety through to on the day delivery.● Oversee the Council’s asset management system and long-term asset planning.● Provide clear, professional advice to Members and represent the Council with partners and stakeholders, supported by well‑written reports and documentation.● Participate in our management rota, including occasional evenings/weekends and emergency response.
Who We’re Looking ForThis role will suit someone who:● Is an experienced operational manager with relevant professional qualifications● Skilled in motivating teams and achieving high performance.● Can think strategically while staying hands-on with day to day service needs.● Is financially astute and understands public sector accountability.● Communicates clearly and confidently, both verbally and in writing.● Brings calm, balanced and decisive leadership — especially under pressure.● Enjoys variety, visibility, and shaping services used by thousands of residents and visitors.
Local government experience is helpful but not essential — credibility, sound judgement and a pragmatic, can do approach are what matter most.
Why Join Minehead Town Council?Working with Minehead Town Council means being part of a progressive, community focused organisation with genuine ambition for the town. We offer:A meaningful leadership roleYou will have real influence over how Minehead’s public spaces are shaped, improved and maintained.
Supportive, personable cultureYou’ll join a small senior leadership team with engaged Members, supportive colleagues and a commitment to professional standards.
Visible impact in a unique placeMinehead is a distinctive coastal town with a strong identity — the work you lead is immediately seen and valued by residents and visitors.
Excellent local government benefits● Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions● 37 hour working week● Flexible working outside of operational demands● Training and professional development opportunities● Annual leave and employee wellbeing support
Terms● Full-time, 37 hours per week● Includes some evening/weekend/out of hours working on a management rota● Salary: £39,152 - £44,075 (SCP 28–33)● Location: Council Offices, Town Depot & across Minehead
How to ApplyTo apply, please submit:● a completed application form● a supporting statement outlining how you meet the requirements of the role
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact the Town Clerk on 01643 707213. 
There is no fixed closing date for this role. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the vacancy will remain open until the right candidate is appointed.
Minehead Town Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to ensuring a fair, inclusive and discrimination free recruitment process.

Head of Amenities and Assets JD and Person Spec (PDF)  Application Form (Word)Application Form (PDF)