Support Assistant (Development Management)

Hartlepool; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartlepool Council is seeking a motivated Support Assistant to assist in the Development Management section and contribute to the ongoing development of planning services. The successful candidate will be highly organised, possess excellent communication skills and can work effectively under pressure and on their own initiative.

For detailed information on this job, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Organised and able to work under pressure.
• Ability to work on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Development Management team.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Initiative

Pressure handling

Job description

Hartlepool is a vibrant and energetic town with growing prospects. As an authority we want to make Hartlepool the best it possibly can be and want dedicated, driven and committed staff to help us achieve that.

The Planning and Development Section has established a strong positive reputation for quality of service, in providing a pro-active approach designed to facilitate and promote high quality development.

We are seeking a Support Assistant in the Development Management section in the continued development of the Planning and Development Section. We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised person to provide support to the Development Management team within the Section.

To be successful, you will need excellent communication skills, a positive attitude and the ability to work under pressure and on your own initiative.

For detailed information on this job, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

For an informal discussion please contact Dan James, Team Leader on [phone] or Jim Ferguson, Planning and Development Manager on [phone].

Closing date for applications: 30/11/2026

Interview Dates: w/c 14th December 2026 (to be confirmed)

If you need help to complete the application form, then support is available from the Council's Jobs & Skills Service. You can contact the team by phoning 01429 868616 or by sending an e-mail to [e-mail].

Further information on training to upskill and boost your CV is also available online atwww.hartlepooljobsandskills.com

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