Planning Validation Officer

£29,064 to £31,537 per year, (pay award pending wef 1 April 2026)

Contract Type:

Temporary

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

Yes

Closing Date:

09/04/2026

Cheltenham Borough Council is looking for a Planning Validation Officer to join our Planning team on a fixed term contract until the end of November.

This role is essential in ensuring planning applications are accurate, complete and processed efficiently.

• Validate planning applications and check submissions against national and local requirements.
• Request missing information and issue invalid notices where needed.
• Calculate and receipt application fees.
• Identify and consult statutory consultees and neighbours.
• Provide advice to applicants on validation requirements and whether permission is needed.
• Maintain accurate records and support monitoring of incoming applications.

• GCSEs (5 A–C or equivalent), including Maths and English.
• Experience working with complex data.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Good understanding of planning processes or willingness to learn.
• Confident IT skills and clear communication.
• Ability to manage changing priorities and meet deadlines.

• Occasional work at other locations may be required.
• Some additional hours may be needed.
• Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

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