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(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)
<h3>About the role</h3>
A position has arisen for an enthusiastic individual with great communication skills to join our Town Planning administration and support withing the Development Management service, based at the Town Hall, Brentwood. &nbsp;The Planning Administration team handles the administrative and technical process involved in the submission, registration, validation, notification and determination of the 1200 + planning and related applications received each year, as well as various tasks associated with planning appeals.&nbsp;
Based at the Town Hall offices in Brentwood Town Centre for essential training, meetings and support with the possibility for hybrid arrangements, you will be part of a busy and proactive team, working in a paperless environment. &nbsp;Initially dealing with validation and registration of planning applications and enforcement cases, you will also provide administrative support to both the Admin Team Leader and Planning Officers throughout the application process, including preparations for Planning Committee meetings. Administrative duties in connection with the issuing of notices for the collection of Community Infrastructure Levy payments is also a requirement of the role.&nbsp;
The role will require extensive use of the Council’s document management and database systems so strong IT literacy is essential and as the role involves working with plans and architectural drawings, an interest in and ability to interpret these would be desirable.&nbsp; Training and support will be given.&nbsp;
<h3>Key Experience and Skills required:</h3>
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<li>Strong IT literacy</li>
<li>Excellent attention to detail</li>
<li>Strong Organisational skills</li>
<li>Good customer care and interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Flexible and adaptable</li>
<li>Supportive team player</li>
<li>Ideally with previous Local Government experience</li>
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<h3>&nbsp;Staff Benefits</h3>
In exchange for your experience, expertise and enthusiasm, we will offer support in your career development in addition to providing a wider range of employment linked benefits, such as generous annual leave, flexi-time scheme and LGPS pension scheme.&nbsp;
For an informal discussion please contact Caroline Corrigan, Corporate Manager - Development Management, on 01277 568369.

Brentwood Borough Council

Planning Administration Assistant

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Planning Officer (Policy) 1-year Fixed Term 
Full time 36 hours
Salary £27,683 - £42,659 p.a Plus essential car user allowance
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Strategic Planning Team at Spelthorne Borough Council, which is responsible for preparing a new Local Plan and supporting policies, along with a number of strategic projects. This flexible hybrid role will be a challenging but rewarding position for a graduate planner, someone looking to return to work after a career break or an existing Planning Officer looking to broaden their experience. It offers the opportunity for a great work-life balance for the successful candidate.
Spelthorne is located in North Surrey and borders London and Heathrow Airport so we encounter a range of issues, including high levels of housing need, including affordable housing, pressure to release Green Belt for development, flooding, a broad mix of employment uses and the regeneration of our key town centre, Staines-upon-Thames. In a time of change for Planning and local government reorganisation the post will involve a diverse range of work, including playing a key role in supporting the work of the Strategic Planning Team in a diverse range of strategic projects.
The successful candidate will need to have a flexible approach to work and have excellent engagement, problem solving and communication skills with a good knowledge of the Local Plan system and relevant legislation. Web-based skills and experience of using GIS, consultation and engagement software would be a particular advantage.
This post is identified as a hybrid post supporting both office and home working in line with Spelthorne Borough Council’s policy. The post holder will be required to attend the office in line with a rota and any service requirements.
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for customer facing posts.&nbsp; These posts fall within the scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers.&nbsp; The Council, therefore, has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact Human Resources.
Please note that as part of the employment checks, this post has an essential car user allowance attached to it. A valid driving licence, and access to a vehicle insured for business use will be required.
For more information on this position, please contact Laura Richardson, Strategic Planning and Projects Manager on 01784 448594 or email <a href="mailto:l.richardson@spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">l.richardson@spelthorne.gov.uk</a>
In return we can offer excellent conditions of service with a benefits package that includes flexible working hours, working from home opportunities, pension scheme, free parking and at least 23 days’ paid leave per year (pro rata).
Closing date: Friday 15 August 2025 (noon)
Interview: To be confirmed
For full information and to apply online, go to <a href="http://www.surreyjobs.info" target="_blank">www.surreyjobs.info</a> or <a href="http://www.spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.spelthorne.gov.uk</a> alternatively, please contact Recruitment Services on (01784 444263 (24hr answer phone) quoting reference number 1269.
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Spelthorne Borough Council

Planning Officer (Policy)

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a Senior Planning Officer to join the Applications and Consents (minors) Team.We are a well-staffed and high performing team responsible for facilitating and regulating land use changes in accordance with local and national policies and guidance. While this is a high-level description of what we do, we assess and decide planning applications to achieve the best planning outcomes. We must balance the competing interests of applicants, developers, neighbours, relevant stakeholders, and the public at large, as well as the economy and the environment.North Somerset is a constrained area in planning terms with Green Belt, National Landscapes, extensive areas vulnerable to flooding, and other sensitive environments. Our challenges are wide ranging and as a result there will be plenty of opportunity to develop your career.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Tasks relating to the processing and evaluation of planning and related applications to include site inspections, negotiation, and liaising with consultees.</li><li>Preparation of reports under the officer delegation arrangements or to the committee.</li><li>To prepare written statements in relation to a range of appeals.</li><li>Manage effective relationships with applicants, agents, town and parish council’s, consultees, council employees, and the public.</li><li>See the attached career grade structure for further information.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about development management, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Undergraduate Degree in Town and Country Planning or equivalent.</li><li>A minimum of 2 years’ experience dealing with a wide range of planning issues.</li><li>A broad knowledge of planning policy, legislation, processes and practices.</li><li>Experience handling planning appeals.</li><li>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Master’s Degree in Town and Country Planning or equivalent.</li><li>Eligibility for membership of RTPI.</li><li>Customer service experience.</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/12270cd8d2.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.How to ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact David Ditchett, Applications and Consents Service Manager at <a href="mailto:David.Ditchett@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">David.Ditchett@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Tuesday 09 September 2025.Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.





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North Somerset Council

Senior Planning Officer

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Planning Assistant
Development Management / Local Planning, Planning Services
We have a unique opportunity for someone to join our Planning Team to obtain experience in both our Local Plan and Development Management teams. This would be an ideal post for a Planning Graduate or for someone with experience working in a town planning environment. It would be suitable for someone with ambition who wishes to obtain a range of experience to help develop their career. If you have an aptitude for developing and implementing planning policy that would be a distinct advantage. Once again, if you are dedicated, creative, solution focussed and can work well as part of a team, this could be the right opportunity for you to kickstart your career in planning.
Job requirements:
 For the first year you will be reviewing, monitoring and developing policy in anticipation of work beginning on a new Sefton Local Plan in 2026. When you join the Development Management team you will be responsible for processing planning applications and appeals, providing guidance to applicants, agents, and the general public on matters related to the Planning Service.
You will need to have a flexible and positive approach to work, along with a good knowledge of planning legislation and guidance. We require a strong commitment to customer care and the ability to work effectively as part of a busy team.
You must have:
<ul>
<li>A qualification in Town Planning (or equivalent) or some experience working in a Town Planning role</li>
<li>The ability to demonstrate excellent customer care</li>
<li>High quality communication and organisational skills</li>
<li>The ability to present work of a high standard to strict deadlines whilst under pressure</li>
<li>Excellent IT skills.</li>
</ul>
Experience in reviewing and developing policy would be an advantage.
Provisional interview date &nbsp;week commencing 15th September 2025.&nbsp;

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Planning Assistant

About the BoroughIn Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.&nbsp;Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.About the Service and TeamSutton has a long-standing commitment to reducing our impact on the environment. The council’s corporate plan, Ambitious for Sutton 2022-2027 commits to tackle climate change in becoming a net zero carbon borough. To enable delivery of these ambitions, the council uses its Environment Strategy and Climate Emergency Response Plan. As part of the Council’s forward thinking approach to adapting to climate change, the Council acknowledges the key role emergency planning has to play in response to our climate emergency by ensuring the borough is prepared and resilient for a broad range of incidents as the changing climate leads to more severe weather incidents.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateThe role will support the Climate Action and Emergency Planning team in ensuring a safe and resilient borough. The post holder will work with colleagues across the Council to help deliver a robust programme of emergency planning, training and exercising. The role will also form a critical part of Sutton’s response to any incidents and provide specialist advice to help shape the response.&nbsp;Key activities include:<ul><li><ul><li>Help ensure the Council are meeting the Resilience Standards for London.</li><li>Commission and deliver emergency planning training to staff</li><li>Supporting the Council’s response to any incidents</li><li>Supporting the Council’s Safety Advisory Group of events</li></ul></li></ul>About YouIf you enjoy a diverse role that gives you exposure to the broad range of Council services and thrive in working in a challenging yet highly rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.&nbsp;You will have experience of working in emergency planning or business continuity, able to adapt to changes of pace and maintain a calm and professional demeanour while making decisions under pressure during any incidents. Within the role you will build relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders and be able to manage competing deadlines.In order to successfully deliver the responsibilities of the role, you will need to demonstrate:<ul><li>a good understanding of relevant contingency planning and integrated emergency planning legislation, regulations and guidance for the local authority context (essential);&nbsp;</li><li>the relevant experience working in an Emergency Planning and/or Business Continuity position(s), and possess the knowledge of how to effectively prepare for, respond to, and recover from, internal and external emergencies (essential);</li><li>a commitment to personal development in order to meet the changing demands of the position (essential);</li><li>effective problem solving skills and be confident in making decisions to resolve situations that arise, including under pressure (essential);</li><li>experience of challenging and critically evaluating information and data, considering the bigger picture and wider implications to the service and Council (essential);</li><li>the ability to confidently communicate effectively with various audiences, including members of the Council’s Corporate Management Team, Councillors, multi-agency partners, internal departments, residents, etc (essential);</li><li>well-developed training and instructional skills in order to formulate training objectives and lesson plans leading to the design and running of training sessions and events (essential);</li><li>the ability to work well under pressure, prioritise work and possess organisational skills to remain effective in the role (essential);</li><li>good interpersonal skills in order to build sound working relationships with key stakeholders and partners (essential).</li></ul>The postholder will be required to form part of the emergency planning out of hours on-call rota, which will necessitate some out of hours working including evenings and weekends due to the emergency planning on-call rota. There is additional remuneration associated with this. In-person attendance in the borough will also be expected during civil contingencies.&nbsp;Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li><li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year&nbsp;</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Car parking scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Kingston Upon Thames & Sutton Councils

Emergency Planning Officer

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It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



Job Title: Emergency Planning and Business Continuity Officer&nbsp;
Contract Type: 12 month fixed term (37 hours a week)&nbsp;
OneTeam Band 7&nbsp;£34,314 - £37,938 per annum&nbsp;
(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;
Closing Date for accepting applications: 17th&nbsp;August 2025&nbsp;
Interview date: To be confirmed
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council work in partnership and the Emergency Planning and Business Continuity Officer role will provide support to both organisations.&nbsp;&nbsp;
About the role:&nbsp;
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council, working together as part of&nbsp;&nbsp; the One Team, are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Emergency Planning Officer to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.&nbsp;
This vital role will focus on reviewing and enhancing our current emergency preparedness and response arrangements, with a particular emphasis on out-of-hours response plans. You will ensure that our emergency and business continuity plans are robust, up to date, and fit for purpose, supporting the Councils’ ability to respond effectively to incidents and emergencies.&nbsp;
In addition you will need to support the Corporate Manager for Facilities &amp; Compliance, Director if Assets &amp; Investments and other senior officers in the coordination of responses to Emergency planning/Business Continuity.&nbsp;&nbsp;
You will also be expected to work with partners in relation to specific risks and as part of the multi-agency work of the Essex Resilience Forum.&nbsp;
The post has responsibility for ensuring relevant information is provided to support the Council[s] out of hours service, in particular that process maps and contact details are kept up to date and relevant. You will work with the Corporate Managers to ensure that correct information is available to enable the effective delivery of the out of hours service.&nbsp;
We are seeking an experienced Emergency Planning Officer with a working knowledge of the Civil Contingencies Act and a good understanding of the part Local Authorities play in the response to a major incident.&nbsp; You should be able to develop and deliver training and exercises and have good interpersonal skills to be able to confidently present to audiences at all levels of staff and management.&nbsp;
You must be able to respond in a measured way in a crisis and be able to articulate complex issues in a clear and concise way in a pressurised environment.&nbsp;
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Stuart Anderson, Corporate Manager – Facilities &amp; Compliance or Phoebe Barnes, Director Assets &amp; Investments by emailing&nbsp;<a href="mailto:stuart.anderson@brentwood.rochford@gov.uk" target="_blank">stuart.anderson@brentwood.rochford@gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:phoebe.barnes@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk" target="_blank">phoebe.barnes@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk</a>. &nbsp;
Brentwood Borough &amp; Rochford District Council are committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;

Emergency Planning & Business Continuity Officer - Brentwood Borough Council

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<h2>Planning Officer</h2>
Sefton Council’s Planning Service sits at the heart of economic recovery within the Borough in terms of facilitating major investment and development with some exciting and ambitious projects on the horizon.&nbsp; We are looking for the right person with the right values, experience and ambition to hit the ground running in one of our Development Management teams in an area where there will be significant transformation within the Borough. &nbsp;We have a strong one team ethos that is underpinned by a suite of core values that are of acknowledged importance to our customers, who we place at the heart of service delivery. If you are dedicated, creative, solution focussed and can work well as part of a team, then this could be the right opportunity for you to progress your career.
Job requirements:
You will be responsible for processing planning applications and appeals, providing guidance to applicants, agents, and the general public on matters related to the Planning Service.
You will need to have a flexible and positive approach to work, along with significant knowledge of planning legislation and guidance. We require a strong commitment to customer care and the ability to work effectively as part of a busy team.
You must have:
<ul>
<li>A qualification in Town Planning (or equivalent) or significant experience working in a Town Planning role</li>
<li>The ability to demonstrate excellent customer care</li>
<li>High quality communication and organisational skills</li>
<li>The ability to present work of a high standard to strict deadlines whilst under pressure</li>
<li>Excellent IT skills.</li>
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Provisional Interview date week commencing 8th Septmber 2025

Planning Officer

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We have an exciting opportunity for a permanent, full-time Technical Clerk to join our team.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you...</h3>
As a Technical Clerk you will be part of a team who provide vital support to the planning function.&nbsp; This post will enable you to see future development as it is being planned.
You will have an eye for detail and ability to work to tight deadlines to provide a professional service both internally and externally.
As part of our team, you will be involved in providing ideas and contributing to on-going enhancement of our service.&nbsp;
<h3>About the team...</h3>
The Planning Department was a key instigator in achieving the wonderful town centre that we see today.&nbsp;
The Planning Section successfully achieved the adoption of our Borough Local Plan last year, promoting a balanced mix of development and green spaces. Throughout the process, we maintained open communication with residents to help shape a vibrant place to live and work.
The Technical Support team works closely with many other service areas throughout the council along with our Councillors and Parish Councils.&nbsp; This enables us to get comments and contributions from all areas of our communities during the planning process.
We are a positive, interactive team working cohesively to ensure a well organised efficient service is maintained.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
As part of the Planning Support team, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks including checking and registering planning applications for new developments throughout the borough, issuing planning decision notices, facilitating the planning committee process and the appeals process.
We work closely with our Land Charges colleagues, Building Control and Parks and Countryside members of the team, plus the wider service areas.
In-house training is provided for all tasks and comprehensive written procedures are available. (Please see the job specification for further details).
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
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<li>25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;</li>
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*(pro rata for part time)
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date...</h3>
Interviews will be held week commencing 18th August 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Tracy Marlow - Planning Support Manager
Tel: 01344 351135
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambitious and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for&nbsp;more details.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Burnley Council’s Development Management Service as a Senior / Principal Planner. You will work as a senior member of a team to deliver a highly efficient and responsive planning service that promotes sustainable growth.
The post is career graded. The advert invites applications from people who have significant planning experience at officer level and would like to further their career at a senior level to people who have significant experience and knowledge at a senior level who can work at a principal level.&nbsp;
Depending upon your starting level you will then be supported through a competency framework as your career progresses.
In recent years Burnley has seen significant economic and housing growth with sound planning at the heart of the Council’s vision to make Burnley the first choice for business investment and as a place to live. We are seeking a key individual who will work closely with the Planning Team Manager and Head of Service to promote and deliver our ambitious agenda. You will have a positive attitude that will bring a practical and supportive approach to development in the borough.
You will have a detailed knowledge of the planning process including experience of dealing with major and complex planning applications and planning appeals. It is essential you have excellent negotiation skills including the ability to resolve conflict.
For appointment at Principal Level, it is essential you have a degree in Town Planning, or equivalent, with relevant planning content.&nbsp; It is also essential you have experience of negotiating with developers on development proposals, including negotiating s106 agreements.
For both positions you will be a mentor to less experienced members of the team.
Burnley is a great place to work and if you are determined to progress your planning career then we can offer you a diverse and interesting challenge that will support your ambitions.&nbsp; We value our employees and offer a career-average pension scheme, annual leave entitlement and work/life balance initiatives.
This is a Politically Restricted Post within the meaning of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.
For an informal discussion on the content of the job description or person specification, please contact Laura Golledge, Planning Team Manager, on 01282 475993.

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