An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Development Management Team at East  Cambridgeshire District Council as a Planning Assistant. We are looking to appoint a full  time (37 hours per week) Planning Assistant to join our committed and vibrant planning  team on a permanent basis.  

With a diverse range of buildings and projects in the District, including internationally  renowned heritage and environmental assets, new industrial projects, large residential  developments and retail proposals, there are wide-ranging areas of work to be enjoyed  with this role. East Cambridgeshire is committed to growth, with a positive and pro-active  approach to development. It is open for business with a strong customer focus 

As Planning Assistant, you will provide a support service for Planning and Senior  Officers, Team Leaders, Planning Manager and the Planning Enforcement Team.  Duties will include providing support with the processing of major planning applications, assisting with the completion of the appeal caseload, discharge of condition applications,  research and assisting with the preparation for Planning Committee and other meetings.  In addition, you will also be responsible for your own caseload, processing smaller  household applications, as directed by the Planning Team Leaders. This post is ideal for  someone who is looking to take their first steps towards a career in Planning.  

Ideally applicants should be educated to degree level (or equivalent), but this is not  essential, as long as you can demonstrate strong communication, organisational,  administrative and interpersonal skills. You will need to have a driving license and  access to a car to carry out site visits. In addition, you will be a team worker who is able  to work accurately to deadlines and committed to delivering a high-quality service. 

The Council offers a range of benefits including: 

• Childcare scheme (in approved cases) 
• Flexible working 
• Training and development 
• Occupational health programme 
• Essential user allowance (up to £1,239 p.a.) 
• Holidays, sickness and pension scheme entitlements 

Closing date for completed applications is: Sunday, 19th June 2022 

Interviews will be held on: W/C 27th June 2022 

For informal discussion about the post please contact the Planning Team Leaders on 01353 665555 or apply on line at: http://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/jobs/current-job vacancies 

The Council is an equal opportunities employer.