At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead education place planning and negotiate developer contributions for school infrastructure.
- Company: Join a dynamic Place Planning team in West Berkshire with a focus on education.
- Benefits: Competitive pay of £30 per hour and hybrid working options.
- Other info: Part-time role with opportunities for professional growth and impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in education by ensuring schools meet community needs.
- Qualifications: Experience in education planning and strong negotiation skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30 - 30 £ per hour.
Interim Education Place Planning Officer West Berkshire (Hybrid Working) 18.5 hours per week £30 per hour (Umbrella) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Education Place Planning Officer to join a busy Place Planning team on an interim basis.
This role will play a key part in ensuring education infrastructure keeps pace with housing growth, with a focus on strategic development and the delivery of sufficient school places.
The Role Working within the Place Planning function, you will lead on education place planning activities, developing robust evidence to support school place requirements, negotiating developer contributions and helping to ensure education infrastructure is delivered at the right time to meet demand.
Key responsibilities include: Leading education place planning for strategic housing developments.
Negotiating education mitigation and Section 106 developer contributions.
Developing and maintaining pupil forecasts, capacity assessments and evidence bases.
Preparing reports, briefings and business cases for senior leaders and elected Members.
Managing risks relating to school place sufficiency, funding and infrastructure delivery.
Representing the organisation at meetings with developers, schools and external partners.
Supporting continuous improvement in education plac...
Education Place Planning Officer employer: Ackerman Pierce
Ackerman Pierce is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being of both employees and the vulnerable adults they serve. With a focus on professional growth, employees benefit from tailored development opportunities and the guidance of a personal consultant, ensuring a rewarding career in the heart of Brentford's vibrant community.
