Planner
Aldern House, Baslow Rd, Bakewell DE45 1AE, UK
£30,296 to £35,745 per annum

The Role

We are currently looking for a qualified Planner to join our Development and Enforcement Team on a permanent basis.

This role is ideal for RTPI qualified planning professionals to help to protect the valued characteristics of our National Park and provide an opportunity to deal with a wide range of planning casework and develop specialist skills in rural planning, with a focus on landscape and heritage conservation. The Peak District National Park is a treasured landscape that has been shaped by the long interaction of natural and cultural forces and you will play an important role in maintaining the balance between people and nature to ensure that the Park can be enjoyed for generations to come.

Working in the north area team of the Authority’s development management service, you will process planning applications and associated development management matters. Reporting to the Area Team Manager, you will negotiate with applicants on planning applications and prepare reports and recommendations to the Planning Committee.

You will frequently work alongside our in-house conservation, archaeology, landscape, ecology, and arboriculture specialists, providing excellent opportunities for professional development in conservation practice. You will also provide advice to applicants and members of the public on planning matters and prepare case documentation on planning appeals, including formal hearings and public inquiries.

The Benefits

For information, this post is a Planner post, barred at Grade G/H, £30,296 - £35,745.

• Local government pension scheme
• Flexible working
• Free on-site parking
• Work from offices based in the heart of the National Park
• Benefit from stunning surroundings and views on a daily basis
• Hybrid working arrangements

We offer a range of staff benefits including flexi-time, a great pension with employer contribution, 26-31 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays and free parking at most of our offices. Please look at our Total Reward Brochure to see what we offer.

About You

To join us as a Planner, you will need:

• Experience of development management practice, planning law and regulations
• Effective negotiation skills and the ability to make balanced judgements
• Good IT skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and databases
• An RTPI recognised qualification and relevant experience

RTPI membership would be desirable. Evidence of continuing professional development in planning and related subjects would be beneficial to your application, as would knowledge of design and/or construction issues, and rural planning and/or conservation issues.

About Us

The Peak District National Park was the first of Britain’s 15 national parks and is still enjoyed by millions, looking for both adventure and a breathing space to escape. It is also the most accessible due its proximity to four major cities of the UK and its 38,000 residents. We recognise the importance of our national park and our job is to speak up and care for the Peak District National Park for all to enjoy forever.

Our Values

• Care – We care for the Peak District National Park, the people we work with and all those we serve. It’s at the heart of everything we do.
• Enjoy – We take pride in what we do and feel good about our contribution.
• Pioneer – We were born of pioneers. We will continue to explore opportunities to inspire future generations.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The Peak District National Park Authority is committed to equal opportunities. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us.

We are a Disability Confident employer and guarantee to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the essential criteria for the role.

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