Nuneaton & Bedworth Borough Council,
Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council is a small Council with big values. We are committed to ensuring our services are delivered to the highest possible standard and we put the customer at the forefront of everything we do. By working for us you will become part of the team and will play your part in serving our community.
We are currently recruiting for a Graduate Planning Officer in the Development Control Team. This is a key role in achieving Nuneaton and Bedworth Council’s vision by supporting in the delivery and management of the Development Control Service.
If you wish to join an enjoyable yet challenging working environment that forms part of an organisation committed to making a real difference for the community that we serve, then we want to hear from you.
You will process and deal with your own caseload of non-complex planning applications, including registration and consultation, and you will support the wider team in processing more complex applications and administration of the planning appeals system. You will also help to maintain the Section 106 register, and process works to trees applications, high hedge applications, and give pre-application advice to the public.
You will be supported by a Principal Planning Officer together with regular 1-to-1 meetings, full support in a friendly and welcoming team, with an appraisal of formal training needs.
Applicants should have a Masters Degree in Town Planning (or equivalent relevant qualification) or be currently in (or about to enter) the final year of study towards achieving their masters degree.
We are looking for someone who has excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to analyse complex information, a high level of motivation and personal enthusiasm, is flexible and can adopt a positive attitude to changing situations and is a team player.
As an employer, Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council offers a wide range of benefits, including:
- Flexible working
- Hybrid working from home and the office
- Learning and development opportunities
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous holiday allowance
- Independent support for your health and wellbeing
This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.
Interviews to be held week commencing 9th November 2026
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