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Location
Norwich
Application Deadline
Sunday, July 6, 2025
Salary Band
Band C £27,534 - £30,866
Hours
37 hours per week
Contract Type
Fixed-Term - 4 Years
This is a unique opportunity to work within a pro-active multi-disciplinary Development Management team and help shape, influence and be at the forefront of creating high quality places and sustainable new communities.
In consultation with your line manager, you will assist with the processing and assessment of general planning enquiries including site inspections, negotiation with applicants/agents, objectors and the public. You will assist senior officers in the preparation of evidence for appeals and other administrative duties to support the work of the team.
This role incorporates study and completion of a RTPI Level 7 Town Planner apprenticeship qualification (master’s degree) at Anglia Ruskin University. You will be expected to travel to the university to attend classes during term time. Travel expenses will be reimbursed. You will need to meet the entry requirements for this apprenticeship.
The successful applicant will need to have good communicate skills, both written and verbal. You will be able to effectively manage your time to meet deadlines, be a problem solver and have the ability to negotiate.
Covering two council areas around the city of Norwich we have a large growth agenda to deliver against. The two Councils receive circa 4000 planning applications year, covering a diverse area including urban areas, rural areas and vibrant market towns, and serve approximately 260,000 residents and 10,000 businesses across 161 parishes. Our work therefore encompasses both urban and rural planning, residential, retail, commercial and agricultural development.
Minimum entry requirements for apprenticeships in England include:
English and maths at Level 2 (GCSE 4 and above / A-C). If you have not previously achieved these grades, or if you are unable to provide evidence of the qualifications, then you may need to complete these qualifications during your apprenticeship training. Please check the Role Profile for any further qualifications that may be needed.
As this is a Level 7 Chartered Town Planner Apprenticeship, you should not already possess substantial skills or qualifications of the same level in this subject.
You must be a citizen of the UK or European Economic Area (EEA) or have lived in the UK or EEA for the past 3 consecutive years and have a Right to work in the UK.
For full details, person specification and application process, please use the Apply Now button below.
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 06/08/2025
Salary
Band C £27,534 - £30,866
Location
This job is located in Norwich, Norfolk
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