Benefits
As part of our team, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* A minimum of 25 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays.
* Hybrid working arrangements with the flexibility to work from home for up to 60% of your hours (dependent upon the role).
* Flexi-time scheme for a better work‑life balance.
* Health Cash Plan Scheme for medical and dental expenses.
* Eye test voucher scheme.
* Everyone Active Gym Membership discount.
* Training and Development opportunities.
* Payment of one professional subscription fee.
* Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme to secure your future.
* Access to free Will writing services.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Salary Sacrifice schemes (e.g. Cycle to Work etc.).
* Free town centre parking.
What to Expect in the Role
You will have responsibility for a caseload focussed on householder applications and other types of minor applications including prior notifications, lawful development certificates, and advertisements.
You will be responsible for the accurate validation of applications, carrying out site visits, applying relevant policies and guidance, preparing delegated and committee reports, and issuing decisions.
You will be expected to show enthusiasm, drive, and a high level of personal organisational skills to manage a large volume of simpler applications. You will need good customer skills as the role involves regular contact with District Councillors, parish councils, and members of the public.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
* Process and determine planning applications under the supervision of the Team Leader and Assistant Team Leader.
* Accurately validate applications.
* Liaise with colleagues, consultees, elected Members and Parish Councils.
* Write accurate and concise reports to support recommendations.
* Provide high quality advice by telephone as part of the ‘duty officer’ rota.
What You’ll Need
* Ability to provide a high standard of customer care and be an effective communicator.
* Excellent written skills.
* Experience of working with plans and/or ability to interpret plans.
* Ability to prioritise tasks effectively to meet performance measures.
* Remain calm in difficult circumstances.
Right To Work
Applicants must have existing Right to Work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial Intelligence could be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate, and taken directly from your experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by AI, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal applicants may be subject to disciplinary action.
Interview Format
All interviews for this position will be held face to face, as we believe this offers the best experience for candidates and panel members.
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Helen Watson, Team Leader – Assistant Planners and Forestry, on tel. number 01789 260325 or email: helen.watson@stratford-dc.gov.uk.
Applications will close at midnight on Tuesday 26th May 2026.
Interviews will be held week beginning 8th June 2026.
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