Senior Planning Officer (Development Control)

Overview

Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council is a small Council with big values. We are committed to ensuring our services are delivered to the highest possible standard and we put the customer at the forefront of everything we do. By working for us you will become part of the team and will play your part in serving our community.

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Planning Officer in the Development Control Team. This is a key role in achieving Nuneaton and Bedworth Council's vision by supporting in the delivery and management of the Development Control Service.

If you wish to join an enjoyable yet challenging working environment that forms part of an organisation committed to making a real difference for the community that we serve, then we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• You will process both complex and non-complex planning applications.
• The role includes dealing with major planning applications with the support of a Principal Planning Officer.
• You will prepare reports, both delegated and for Committee, and present applications at Committee.
• You will supervise work undertaken by Planning Officers and contribute to the development of other team members with advice and appropriate training.
• You will be supported by the Principal Planning Officer together with regular 1-to-1 meetings, full support in a friendly team and an appraisal of formal training needs.

Qualifications and experience

• Applicants should have recent and relevant experience in development control work, including enforcement, with the ability to deal with complex planning applications and negotiate legal agreements.
• Applicants should be an enthusiastic and experienced planner who has membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute or a qualification and experience which would enable membership within 12 months of appointment to post.

Skills and attributes

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to analyse complex information
• High level of motivation and personal enthusiasm
• Flexibility and a positive attitude to changing situations
• Team player

Benefits

• Flexible working
• Hybrid working from home and the office
• Learning and development opportunities
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• Childcare vouchers
• Independent support for your health and wellbeing

This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.

How to apply

Please note that all applications must be received on an online application form. We do not accept CVs and do not keep CVs on file unless part of an application. Any communication with you will be via email, so please check your email, including spam/junk folders, and your WMJobs account on a regular basis after submitting your application.

Individuals who have recently been interviewed for this position should not re-apply as a further interview will not be offered.

Interviews to be held W/C 10th November 2025.

Contacts

For an informal discussion or further information about the role, please email Rebekah Guise, Principal Planning Officer at , or Darren Grant, Principal Planning Officer at , or call .