Planning Officer (Policy)

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Worksop; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Worksop is seeking an organised individual to join their planning policy team. This role offers the opportunity for recent graduates or early-career planners to engage in community planning, support significant projects, and assist with Local Plan reviews. The position comes with an attractive benefits package, including generous holiday and healthcare options.

Benefits

26-32 days holiday

Free healthcare cash plan

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or planner in early career stages.
• Enthusiasm for community planning and engagement.
• Organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support neighbourhood planning activities.
• Engage with the community on significant projects.
• Assist with Local Plan review efforts.

Job description

This is a fantastic time to join an ambitious, innovative, and award-winning planning team.

We are looking for an organised individual to work across our planning policy team including supporting neighbourhood planning, community engagement for the regionally significant Trent Valley Supercluster, projects in our town centres, as well as for Local Plan review.

This post is ideal for a recent graduate or a Planner in the early stages of their career, with an enthusiasm and interest in community planning and engagement, looking for an opportunity to be part of a dynamic, supportive and friendly team.
We offer a generous employee benefit package including 26-32 days holiday plus bank holidays, free healthcare cash plan, flexitime and so much more. You can read about all our employee benefits here.

We value the diversity of our people and actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. We maintain fair and well thought out recruitment processes at every stage to make sure that everyone is treated equally.

To apply please visit Jobs and careers | Bassetlaw District Council to upload your CV and covering letter, highlighting your relevant experience, qualifications, skills and achievements.

Please note that the application process will require you to upload your CV. If you don't have one to upload, you can download a CV template we've created to help you get started.

About The Council

Closing date: Midnight Monday 25th August 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early when we receive sufficient and suitable applications. Therefore, please ensure that you submit your CV as soon as possible so that you can be considered for this role.

Interview date: Monday 8th and Tuesday 9th September 2025