Planning Administration Assistant

2 weeks ago


Sevenoaks, United Kingdom South East Employers Full time

Planning Administration Assistant Part-time: 15 hours per week Salary: £26,717 – £27,983 Band B We are seeking a proactive and organised Planning Administration Assistant to support our Validation team in delivering high-quality services that support the wider planning department by registering and assessing planning applications. This is a key administrative role that ensures the smooth running of day-to-day operations, including case management, data entry and customer service. What You’ll Be Doing Provide administrative support to the Validation Team and maintain accurate records and databases. Monitor mailboxes, set up planning applications, reconcile planning payments and respond to public enquiries via email, phone, and person, offering excellent customer service. Liaise with internal departments and members of the public to support service delivery. What You’ll Bring To The Role Previous experience in an administrative role, ideally within a local authority or regulatory environment. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment. Ability to manage sensitive data and maintain confidentiality at all times. A calm, adaptable, and customer‑focused approach. Knowledge of Planning services is desirable; full training will be provided. What’s In It For You This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a committed team and supporting services. You’ll gain experience across a wide range of administrative tasks with ongoing training and development provided. At Sevenoaks District Council, we value our staff and offer a supportive working environment. We are proud to be a Platinum Investors in People employer, reflecting our commitment to continuous improvement and staff wellbeing. Other Benefits Include Enhanced annual leave (24 days pro‑rata) plus bank holidays. Additional leave after 5 years of service. Extra Christmas closure day. Generous Local Government Pension Scheme. Free staff parking. Access to employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel, and more. Employee Assistance Programme via BUPA – 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support. Hybrid working model. For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Maria Matthews, Validation Team Leader on 01732 227 234. Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements as your application will be judged against these criteria. Closing date: Sunday 4th January 2026 Interviews: Thursday 15th January 2026 (These will be held at our office in Argyle Road, Sevenoaks) To apply for this job please visit https://ats-sevenoaks.jgp.co.uk/. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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