Planning Apprenticeship South Cambridgeshire District Council

You'll be joining a cohort of apprentice planners that commenced in September 2023 across various planning teams. We're offering three opportunities for you to join us as either a Planning Assistant (Level 4) or Trainee Planner (Level 7) . This is your chance to be a part of one of the most progressive planning services in the country.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 12 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £26,532.00

    Planning Assistant Grade 3 (£26,532 - £29,876) 5 year contract Trainee Planner Grade 4 (£29,876 - £34,887) 3 year contract

  • Working week

    Planning Assistant Grade 3 (£24,307 - £27,651) 5 year contract Trainee Planner Grade 4 (£27,651 - £32,662) 3 year contract Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5:30pm. There may be the need to work evenings and weekends on an ad hoc basis

    Total hours per week: 37

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2024

  • Date posted

    19 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Degree
    Level 7 (Master's degree)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000246032

  • Positions

    3 available

What you will do in your working day

You will have an enthusiastic, supportive team around you to help you grow and develop your career in planning.

  • The Planning Compliance Team checks that developments have any permissions they require to proceed with their build. It also ensures fairness, stops unacceptable/unauthorised development, and gives communities confidence in the system
  • The Planning Delivery Team working with numerous planning teams monitors the development of sites, ensuring compliance with permissions and legal agreements.
  • he Strategic Sites Team, a dedicated and supportive team of approximately 20 experienced professionals, who are responsible for ensuring the delivery of a sustainable future for the City of Cambridge and the rural areas of South Cambridgeshire.  Officers oversee the management and delivery of large-scale projects relating to growth sites allocated in Local Plans. 

The training you will be getting

We're offering three opportunities for you to join us as either a Planning Assistant (Level 4) or Trainee Planner (Level 7) in different areas:

  • Planning Compliance Team
  • Planning Delivery Team
  • Strategic Sites Team.

London South Bank University for the Chartered Town Planner Apprentice Degrees at either Level 4 or Level 7 - PG Dip Chartered Town Planner (Degree Apprenticeship - Entry point 1), MA Chartered Town Planner (Degree Apprenticeship – Entry point 2) or MA Chartered Town Planner (Urban Design) (Degree Apprenticeship – Entry point 2)

As an apprentice you will receive time off work (6 hours per week) to complete your studies and will have a mentor and RTPI sponsor to help with your academic and work progression.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • An expected career path in the Planning industry working in Delivery, Strategic Sites, Policy, Urban Design or Built & Natural Environment

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Administrative skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

BTEC or equivalent Any (Grade 9 Distinctions and 36 Merits) Essential
Other Built environment and Social science subjects (Grade A minimum 2:2 degree) Essential

About the employer

We are an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer (Level 2), and we will assess applicants on their merits. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Our Business Plan Priorities are: • Growing Local Business and Economies • Housing that is truly affordable for Everyone to Live in • Being Green to our Core • A Modern and Caring Council.

Employer

South Cambridgeshire District Council

Address

South Cambridgeshire Hall

6010 Cambourne Business Park

Cambridge

CB23 6EA

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Training

Training provider

LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Chartered town planner (degree)

Level 7 (Master's degree)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

Employer's Application Instructions

Candidates will complete an application form The application will be shortlisted by a panel and succesful candidates will be invited to interview.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 12 May 2024