Position
Place Planning Officer (Schools) (CDC)
Location: Civic Office/Hybrid
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week
Salary: Grade 7, £28,598 - £31,537 (pay award pending)
Closing Date: 28th June 2026
Job Overview
The City of Doncaster Council is a confident, ambitious organisation which puts improving the life of its residents at the centre of everything we do. This role is part of the Place Planning Officer (Schools) team and contributes to the annual Schools Capacity (SCAP) statutory return, acting as a key operational link between Pupil Place Planning and School Admissions.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake high level data production and analysis of child and school level data.
- Contribute to the annual Schools Capacity (SCAP) statutory return.
- Provide an operational link between Pupil Place Planning and School Admissions.
- Work closely with colleagues from different services and organisations.
- Manage priorities in a busy and demanding environment.
- Deliver high quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications and Experience
- Experience of high level data analysis and data management.
- Well‑organised, flexible and able to manage competing priorities.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Previous experience in a public sector or similar role is desirable.
- Transferable skills from other roles or voluntary work are welcome.
Benefits
- Competitive leave entitlement
- Generous local government pension scheme
- Wellbeing support and staff networks
- Development and training opportunities
- Staff discounts and benefits schemes
- More information on benefits can be found in the attached benefits booklet.
Attachments
- Job Role Summary.docx
- Benefits booklet.docx
- Technical Specialist Supervisor 3 - job profile.docx
Contact
Steve Lawson-Chamberlain: steve.lawson-chamberlain@doncaster.gov.uk
Nicola McCarthy-Church: nicola.mccarthy-church@doncaster.gov.uk
Equal Opportunity
City of Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and improving quality of life for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. We are a Disability Confident employer and committed to a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Reasonable adjustments will be made as required.
Address
Civic Office
Waterdale
Doncaster
DN1 3BU
