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Planning Validation Officer

Job in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50, England, UK
Listing for: Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
Full Time, Contract position
Listed on 2026-03-13
Job specializations:
  • Government
    Government Administration
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 29064 - 31537 GBP Yearly GBP 29064.00 31537.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

£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

About this job

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.

What you’ll do
  • 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.
What you’ll bring
  • 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.
Additional information
  • Occasional work at other locations may be required.
  • Some additional hours may be needed.
  • Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

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