Planning Officer

3 days ago


Totnes, United Kingdom South Hams District Council Full time

We’re on the Up

At a time where Council’s resources are being restricted and budgets reduced we are bucking the trend and growing our Planning Service. West Devon Borough and South Hams District Councils are shared authorities with an exciting, innovative, and forward-looking delivery model. We have an Improvement Plan for our Planning Service fully endorsed by the Council’s Members and Senior Management team which is delivering and developing our service with performance enhanced, alongside a positive and supportive work force.

In return, we can offer an environment which is supportive, where innovation is sought and efficiency is key. We also offer the following benefits:
Flexible working options (including remote working)

Local Government Pension Scheme

Staff benefit schemes

Employee Assistance Programme

**IMPACT: Band C**

The IMPACT Behavioural Framework has been developed to support the ambitions for our workforce. The framework aims to enhance both individual and organisational performance and will be applied in recruitment, performance management and career progression. It defines the behaviours that all colleagues across both councils are expected to consistently demonstrate at work. The framework can be found on the right hand side of this page under ‘Related Information’.


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