About Us
Based in the heart of Warwickshire, the beautiful district of Stratford‑on‑Avon is, without doubt, one of the most scenic and historical regions in the UK. The district’s headquarters are located in the heart of William Shakespeare’s hometown. The council provides public services to residents, businesses and visitors across this magnificent region, making it a great place to live, work and visit.
Benefits
* Minimum of 25 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays (pro‑rata for part‑time posts)
* 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
Join Our Dynamic Development Support Team!
Stratford‑on‑Avon District Council is looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised Administrator to become an integral part of our busy and committed Development Support Team.
In this role, you’ll provide essential administrative support across multiple service areas, with a key focus on Planning, helping us deliver exceptional service to our community.
Reporting to the Development Support Team Leader and Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our operations—handling enquiries from the public with confidence and professionalism and ensuring tasks are completed accurately and with integrity.
We’re looking for someone who thrives in a team environment, brings practical office administration experience, and demonstrates strong communication and IT skills. You’ll need to be adaptable, able to prioritise your workload effectively, and build positive relationships with colleagues at all levels.
If you’re proactive, detail‑oriented, and ready to make a real impact in a role that offers variety and responsibility, we’d love to hear from you!
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
* Deliver essential support for key areas including Planning, HS2, Appeals, Building Control, Enforcement, Licensing, and Section 106 obligations
* Be the first point of contact for internal and external enquiries via Teams, phone, email, and letter—taking ownership to resolve issues effectively
* Play a vital role in decision‑making processes by providing admin support for Planning Committees, Regulatory Committees, Appeal Hearings, and Inquiries
* Ensure accuracy and compliance by producing Land Charge Searches and supporting enforcement activities
* Drive improvement by contributing to the development and implementation of better work processes across the team
What You’ll Need
* Strong foundation – Minimum of 4 GCSEs (including Maths and English) or equivalent experience
* Excellent communicator – Fluent spoken English, confident telephone manner, and proven ability to engage with customers at all levels
* Tech‑savvy and organised – Skilled in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and adaptable to new systems, with great administration and organisational skills
* Customer‑focused team player – Friendly, optimistic, and committed to delivering outstanding service while working collaboratively and independently
* Flexible and proactive – Able to manage tasks effectively, learn new processes, and provide cover when needed
Note for internal staff: The fixed‑term post is offered as a secondment opportunity, allowing employees to return to their original post at the end of the secondment period. All parties must agree to the secondment, so please ensure that your Line Manager is supportive before applying. Full agreement from all parties must be confirmed in writing for the secondment to proceed; therefore candidates must have written agreement from their Manager before making an application. This written agreement must be submitted with the application form.
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Tracey Alldritt, Development Support Manager on 01789 260337 or Tracey.Alldritt@Stratford-dc.gov.uk.
Applications will close at midnight on Monday 8th December 2025.
Interviews will be held week beginning Monday 15th December 2025.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Human Resources Services
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