Venn Group are supporting an East Midlands based local authority in recruiting for an Education Capital and Place Planning Officer.
Location: East Midlands - Remote with occasional onsite visits to schools around the local area
Duration: Until end of Jan 2026
Hours: Full time - 37 hours
Rate: £425 per day Umbrella (Inside IR35)
Start date: ASAP
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan and review school place demand and provision (0–25 age range)
* Lead and co-ordinate delivery of school capital projects
* Manage external consultants/contractors and project risks
* Oversee Section 106 contributions and education infrastructure negotiations
* Ensure compliance with statutory duties, government policies, and DfE guidance
* Support schools with asset management and decarbonisation plans
* Manage stakeholder consultations and communications effectively
Requirements:
* Degree level (or equivalent, e.g. NVQ 4, HNC)
* Managing commissioning/procurement and capital projects
* Understanding demographic data, housing developments, and school capacity
* Knowledge of DfE design guidance, Education Act 2011, and statutory duties
* Experience working with multiple partners to deliver projects
* Strong project management, organisational, and ICT skills
* Ability to analyse data, interpret cost plans, and manage budgets
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Flexible, proactive, able to meet statutory deadlines
* Willingness to work occasional evenings (e.g. meetings, consultations)
* Basic DBS
If you have the relevant experience we'd love to hear from you, please apply today!