Help support our Planning Service!
Our Planning Service processes 1,900 applications a year, in your role as Planning Support Officer, you’ll provide support to applications that are referred to the Development Management Committee and those that are liable to pay the Community Infrastructure Levy.
You’ll have the opportunity to deal with a variety of related and sometimes complex enquiries and you’ll be comfortable working with a wide range of data.
Your attention to detail will help you to check information in a timely manner and work within tight deadlines. You’ll share our commitment to providing a high quality service to our customers, using tact and diplomacy, to make a difference to our district and residents.
This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG. We currently operate a hybrid working model for the majority of our roles where your working time will be divided between the office (2-3 days) and home working (2-3 days).
Do you want to know more about the role?
For further details on the role, the Council and the benefits of working for us, please see our Candidate Pack – https://sevenoaks.pagetiger.com/cwifxhu
Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Closing date: 1st April 2024
Interviews: 11th April 2024
Equal Opportunities
Sevenoaks – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Sevenoaks District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.