Town Planner Degree Apprentice

Liverpool City Council

Liverpool (L3 1AH)

Closes in 12 days (Thursday 4 June 2026)

Posted on 22 May 2026

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Summary

The role of a Town Planner Degree Apprentice will develop knowledge and understanding of planning legislation, regulation and associated technical guidance, policies, and procedures.

Wage

£25,583 a year

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Training course
Chartered town planner (degree) (level 7)
Hours
Monday - Friday, Shifts to be confirmed.

35 hours a week

Start date

Friday 31 July 2026

Duration

5 years

Positions available

2

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

  • In the role you will provide technical support for all aspects of the registration, validation and determination of planning applications and assist in the investigation and resolution of enforcement complaints
  • As a Town Planner Degree Apprentice you will provide support to senior officers in preparation and review of the statutory development plan and other planning policies, including public consultation, Examination in Public, research, data collection, survey and analysis
  • The role of Town Planner Degree Apprentice will assist in undertaking key survey and analysis work to inform monitoring workincluding the preparation of the Strategic Housing Land Availability Assessment, and Authority Monitoring Report

Where you'll work

Cunard Building
Water Street
Liverpool
L3 1AH

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY

Training course

Chartered town planner (degree) (level 7)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Undertake research and analysis of information for planning policy formulation and to prepare material for policy, guidelines and advice.  Typically this would include spatial development strategies and statutory development plans, development briefs, design guides, sustainability appraisal, materials for inquiry, advocacy or presentations in public or to councillors or clients.
  • Implement policies and procedures set out in plans, legislation and related documents.  Typically, this would include statutory development management, the preparation and submission of planning applications, implementation of plans or schemes for matters such as conservation, environmental improvement, economic development or regeneration, infrastructure, minerals or waste.  Site appraisal, feasibility studies and other forms of study preparatory to the submission of a planning application. Planning enforcement, appeals and inquiries.
  • Produce creative and innovative design strategies, policies and solutions.  Typically, this would include buildings, public realm, landscaping, villages, towns, cities or other parts of the urban and rural environment.
  • Collect data using appropriate systems and software, undertake investigations and research to inform quantitative and qualitative analysis and appraisal.  Weigh evidence and evaluate alternative planning solutions.  Make clear, integrated responses and evidence based decisions.  Demonstrate sound judgement and the ability to balance varying objectives.
  • Engage with and manage stakeholders and customers and build positive, relationships.  Communicate, negotiate, advocate and mediate effectively and respond appropriately to resolve conflict.
  • Define clear aims and objectives and deliver projects to time and to budget.  Use appropriate information technology.  Lead and manage a process from start to finish and evaluate the outcome identifying actions for improvement and development.
  • Work in partnership. Network, create and maintain an environment where information is shared.
  • Communicate clearly in writing and verbally. Negotiate and mediate.  Work independently and as part of a team and lead others.  Manage work and time.  Customer and client care.

Training schedule

One day per week attendance at Sheffield Hallam University

Requirements

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Other requirements

  • Minimum of 112 UCAS points at A-level (grades BBC) or an equivalent (eg BTEC DD) or a Level 3 apprenticeship in a planning related discipline (A)
  • Five GCSEs grade A*-C / 9-4 including English and maths or equivalent (A)
  • Attendance at Sheffield Hallam University

About this employer

The city of Liverpool is world-famous for its cultural offer, and our greatest asset is our people. Our residents deserve the very best from those who serve them and have a council they can be proud of - and you can help play a part in this. We value our employees and aim to create a positive, progressive, and open work culture that supports everyone to thrive.

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After this apprenticeship

  • The possibility of a permanent role (subject to funding)

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY

apprentices@liverpool.gov.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000033097.

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Closes in 12 days (Thursday 4 June 2026)

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