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    As a Planning Officer, you will take on a graduate training scheme to equip you with the skills to support development management and planning compliance services across our National Park.

    As part of this four year contract, you will undertake a Master’s degree in Planning for two years, which will involve allocated study time and time in the classroom as part of your day-to-day activities. We are willing to pay for the course to be undertaken at a university of your choice.

    Your role will involve

    • Resolving unauthorised development planning applications
    • Offering advice on planning and enforcement enquiries
    • Acting upon reported breaches of planning control
    • Processing planning applications and enforcement cases
    • Undertaking site visits

    About you

    To be considered as a Planning Officer, you will need:

    • The ability to communicate in both Welsh and English
    • Qualifications or experience that meet university entry requirements for a Master’s Degree in Planning (normally a 2:1 honours degree, although non-standard qualifications and work experience can sometimes be accepted)
    • The ability to work as part of a team
    • Well-developed communication skills (written and verbal)
    • To be proactive and self-motivated
    • To be committed and enthusiastic
    • A full, valid driving licence

    The benefits

    • Salary of £22,369 - £24,948 (increasing to £27,852 - £32,020 on completion of qualifications)
    • £32,020 per annum
    • Pension
    • Holiday allowance of 24 days (pro rata)
    • St David’s Day off (1st of March)
    • Cycle to work scheme
    • Car Buying Assistance Scheme
    • The chance to work in an area of outstanding natural beauty

    Excellent Staff Benefits through 360 Wellbeing App, including:

    • GP24/7
    • Mental health support
    • Legal support
    • Financial support
    • Carer support
    • 3p off a litre of diesel
    • Menopause information and support
    • Health and fitness
    • Ask Bill
    • Self-help workbooks
    • Discounts
    • Assist Protect free for 12 months