Rother District Council is an ambitious Council at the heart of 1066 Country in East Sussex. Based in Bexhill-on-Sea the district also covers the historic towns of Battle and Rye as well as a large, attractive rural area, predominantly falling within the High Weald National Landscape. Rother is a vibrant and inclusive district, and we are looking for forward thinking planning professionals to join our talented and enthusiastic planning team. The post holder will join the team at an exciting time and will have an important role to play in helping shape Rother. They will be able to become involved in a range of applications, including major schemes, and have the opportunity to assist and lead on projects subject to Planning Performance Agreements.

You will be supporting our customers and helping them to understand the role good planning makes in shaping an area. As a valuable member of our planning team, you will join a progressive council that always puts their customers first. We know that to provide the best for our residents, businesses, and visitors, we need to do the same for our people. We have set out to make our workplaces happy and have safe environments where staff feel content and valued.

You will need to have excellent analysis and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to appreciate the long-term vision of the work you are doing. You will be determined to do your best and help shape the Rother of the future to the benefit of all who live and work here.

In return we are committed to both personal and professional learning and development. We offer flexible working and understand the value of a good work/life balance. Well-being is important to us, and we offer regular staff training, events and an employee assistance programme to support our colleagues. We offer auto-enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme and access to the Rother Lifestyle platform which enables employees to benefit from discounts from 100’s of high street retailers and leisure companies. Relocation packages are available to assist the right candidates.

What Rother District Council can offer you:

We take pride in offering an excellent employee experience, with benefits including:

• a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays
• membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements
• a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities
• a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further

If you would like an informal discussion regarding the vacancy, please contact Matthew Worsley, Development Manager on: (01424) 787618 or via email: matthew.worsley@rother.gov.uk

The job description and application form are available to view and download from our website: www.rother.gov.uk

Any queries and applications returned electronically should be emailed to: recruitment@rother.gov.uk

The closing date for receipt of applications is midday on: Sunday 18^th May 2025

Interviews dates to be confirmed.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and community sectors