Technical Support Officer (Planning Validation) - Teignbridge District Council
- Multiple Locations
- Full Time
- £28,163 - £29,093 per annum (FY 25/26 pay award pending)
Join Our Dynamic Development Management Team.
Are you ready to shape the future of our district? We're on the hunt for an experienced Validation Officer to join our high-performing Development Management team. This team of Planning Officers and Technical/Administrative Support Staff works hand-in-hand to ensure every development respects and enhances the unique qualities of our built and natural environment.
As one of our two Validation Officers, you'll be the first point of contact for new applications. Your responsibilities will include:
• Validating applications.
• Using GIS to plotting site extents and measure and calculate fees and Community Infrastructure Liabilities
• Checking planning constraints and identifying statutory consultees.
• Maintaining Biodiversity Net Gain register.
Your role will be pivotal in processing applications quickly and efficiently, helping the team achieve performance targets and drive excellence.
We're looking for a highly motivated team player with:
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong IT skills.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• The ability to prioritise work in a high-pressure, frequently changing environment.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary.
We do things well and keep developing.
Over the past year, our team has worked tirelessly to elevate our performance, and we are proud to say we are now a high-performing team. We are seeking individuals who share our passion for best practices in every aspect of our work and are dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service.
At our core, we are a values-based organisation united by a common goal: “Making Teignbridge a healthy and desirable place where people want to live, work, and visit.” We achieve this by taking personal ownership of the quality of our work, fostering strong relationships, and continuously driving improvements in our services.
If you are motivated, enthusiastic, and ready to make a real impact, we want you to join us on this exciting journey. Together, we can create a brighter future for Teignbridge.
The successful candidate must have:
• A good standard of education including Maths and English GCSE.
• A planning related qualification and/or planning experience.
• Two years' technical or administrative experience with excellent IT skills.
• Experience of working with plans and drawings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills.
• Good knowledge of planning legislation and use of GIS.
It is vital to read the job description and person specification for this role - it will help you understand whether your knowledge, skills and experience match the job requirements. In your supporting statement please tell us how you meet each of the essential criteria we ask for in the person specification.
We’re better together.
Teignbridge is a beautiful area of South Devon which stretches from the west side of Exeter, with Dartmoor to the north and the coastline to the south. Serving a growing community of around 134,800 residents, and a thriving tourist population, Teignbridge District Council is a forward-thinking authority with a firm focus on what’s truly needed in the long term. Our ‘One Teignbridge’ plan sets out how we will be working together with our communities, business and partners for a better future.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to a diverse and inclusive organisation. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender/sex, gender reassignment/trans status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation and socio-economic status. We also welcome applications from military veterans and their families.
We can offer:
• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Hybrid and flexible working – minimum 50% office based, and part home based.
• Paid Professional Membership (RTPI) fee subject to local terms & conditions
• Free car parking (we also have close access to a mainline train station).
• Generous annual leave and wellbeing package.
• Heavily discounted membership at Teignbridge District Council Leisure Centres.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Opportunities for career and self-development.
• 24/7 employee discount access and employee assistance support.
For an informal discussion or to arrange to come and visit us at our offices please contact Tamsin Cook on 01626 215740.
For further information and to apply please visit https://jobs.teignbridge.gov.uk/itlivetdc_webrecruitment/wrd/run/etrec179gf.open?WVID=3455862gMN&LANG=USA&VACANCY_ID=7558814rLg
No agencies please.
Interview Date: w/c 21st July 2025
Job Details
- OrganisationTeignbridge District Council
- Work LocationTeignbridgeDevon
- Work Postcode
TQ12 4XX
- Reference
JS06984
- Occupational GroupHousing & PlanningAdministrative, Secretarial & Office Support
- Salary Details
£28,163 - £29,093 per annum (FY 25/26 pay award pending)
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypeFull Time
- Hours
37 hours per week
- Closing Date
12/07/2025
- DBS Check Required
No