Overview
Nuneaton & Bedworth Borough Council is a small council with big values, committed to delivering services to the highest standard while putting the customer at the forefront of everything we do. By working for us you will become part of a team that serves our community and plays a key part in achieving the council’s vision through the Development Control Service.
Responsibilities
* Process complex and non‑complex planning applications, including major applications with support from a Principal Planning Officer.
* Prepare reports, both delegated and for Committee, and present applications at Committee.
* Supervise work undertaken by Planning Officers and support the development of other team members through advice and appropriate training.
* Participate in regular one‑to‑one meetings with the Principal Planning Officer and receive formal training support.
Qualifications
* Recent and relevant experience in development control work, including enforcement, with the ability to handle complex planning applications and negotiate legal agreements.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to analyse complex information.
* High level of motivation, personal enthusiasm, flexibility and a positive attitude to changing situations.
* Team player capable of working collaboratively.
* Enthusiastic and experienced planner with membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute, or a qualification and experience that would enable membership within 12 months of appointment.
Benefits
* Flexible working – hybrid working from home and the office
* Learning and development opportunities
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Generous holiday allowance
* Childcare vouchers
* Independent support for your health and wellbeing
Other Information
This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.
All applications must be submitted through an online application form; CVs are not accepted and are not kept on file unless part of an application.
Any communication will be via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, and your WMJobs account regularly after submitting your application.
Individuals who have recently been interviewed for this position should not re‑apply, as a further interview will not be offered.
Interviews will be held W/C 10th November 2025.
For an informal discussion or further information about the role, please email Rebekah Guise, Principal Planning Officer (rebekah.guise@nuneatonandbedworth.gov.uk) or Darren Grant, Principal Planning Officer (darren.grant@nuneatonandbedworth.gov.uk) or call 024 7637 6328.
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