Assistant Planner Apprentice

Processing of planning applications, preparation of reports, appeals, pre-application advice and responding to general queries. Assisting senior officers with processing more complex cases.  This can include working alongside the Monitoring and Enforcement Team. Provide occasional support to the Minerals and Policy Teams Assistance with the administrative aspect of the Development Management process including validation, dealing with correspondence, enquiries, etc. Any other duties which may reasonably be required from time to time consistent with the general level of responsibility of the post. As time in the post progresses, the duties will increasingly focus on the professional planning work.

Training:

The programme is usually delivered one day a week at Sheffield Hallam over three years for students at undergraduate level, and over
two years at postgraduate level.

The programme adopts a blended learning approach with modules delivered through a combination of lectures, class-based seminars and workshops, practical work and site visits. There will also be a component of work-based learning with additional workshops and/or work-based visits for apprentices and employers.

Successful participants will gain the MSc Urban Planning.
This course is accredited by the Royal Town Planning
Institute and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.

Training Outcome:

Planner

Employer Description:
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.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday (Flexitime and hybrid working offered as standard).

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working