Planning Support Officer (part-time)

North West Leicestershire has lots going on in terms of development in the district and we need a part-time Planning Support Officer to help with the administration work of our busy Planning and Enforcement Team.

The job is a technical administration role and involves the use of specialist IT systems to scan and record information that relates to planning applications, the preparation of documents for our Planning Committee meetings and to act as the first point of contact for the team by dealing with customer queries on planning matters.

The district is varied and includes both urban and rural areas within the National Forest and Charnwood Forest, providing you with the opportunity to be involved with varying types of planning matters to help you develop your skills and experience.

Ideally we are looking for someone with previous experience of working in an administration role and using bespoke IT software packages. You also need to be customer focussed and an effective team member.

• 18.125 hrs per week with an annual salary of £11,750 to £11,946 (pay award pending) (full-time equivalent £23,500-£23,893pa)

• Agile working scheme with a combination of home and office working

• 124 hours of holiday per year (including bank holidays) increasing to 139 hours after 5 years

• Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with approx. 25% employer's contribution

• Employee benefits programme' including payback on medical, dental and optical expenses

• Continued training and development opportunities

Interested...? Take a look at the job pack online or please feel free to get in touch with Dylan Jones (Team Manager) at [email protected] or 01530 490138, who will be happy to discuss this important and exciting role.

You can apply for any of our posts online at https://www.nwleics.gov.uk/pages/jobs_and_careers Applications must be made using the on-line application process. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Closing Date: Thursday 10 October 2024