Assistant Planner

<div class="flex flex-col text-sm pb-25"> <div class="text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)"> <div class="[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn"> <div class="flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow"> <div class="min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1" dir="auto" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="b5a2c6bf-e2df-43e6-a7e8-f2f3278a7720" data-message-model-slug="gpt-5-3" data-turn-start-message="true"> <div class="flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden"> <div class="markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling"> <p data-start="0" data-end="78"><strong data-start="0" data-end="37">Job Title: Assistant Town Planner</strong><br data-start="37" data-end="40" /> <strong data-start="40" data-end="76">Location: Swindon </strong></p> <p data-start="80" data-end="243">Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected planning consultancy in their search for an <strong data-start="186" data-end="212">Assistant Town Planner</strong> to join their team in Swindon.</p> <p data-start="245" data-end="525">This is an excellent opportunity for an <strong data-start="285" data-end="311">Assistant Town Planner</strong> with around two years&#8217; post-degree experience to further develop their career within a supportive and close-knit team. The role would suit a locally based candidate or someone with strong ties to the Swindon area.</p> <hr data-start="527" data-end="530" /> <p data-start="532" data-end="544"><strong data-start="532" data-end="544">THE ROLE</strong></p> <p data-start="546" data-end="709">As an Assistant Town Planner, you will support the delivery of planning projects across a range of sectors, gaining exposure to all stages of the planning process.</p> <p data-start="711" data-end="881">You will work closely with senior team members while also taking responsibility for your own tasks, helping to build your technical knowledge and professional experience.</p> <hr data-start="883" data-end="886" /> <p data-start="888" data-end="912"><strong data-start="888" data-end="912">KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p> <p data-start="914" data-end="1334">* Supporting the preparation and submission of planning applications<br data-start="982" data-end="985" /> * Assisting with site appraisals and planning research<br data-start="1039" data-end="1042" /> * Preparing planning statements and supporting documents<br data-start="1098" data-end="1101" /> * Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders<br data-start="1164" data-end="1167" /> * Supporting senior planners on a range of projects<br data-start="1218" data-end="1221" /> * Attending meetings, site visits, and consultations<br data-start="1273" data-end="1276" /> * Assisting with project coordination and administration</p> <hr data-start="1336" data-end="1339" /> <p data-start="1341" data-end="1367"><strong data-start="1341" data-end="1367">WHAT WE&#8217;RE LOOKING FOR</strong></p> <p data-start="1369" data-end="1775">* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline<br data-start="1432" data-end="1435" /> * Around 2 years&#8217; post-degree planning experience<br data-start="1484" data-end="1487" /> * Previous experience within a consultancy or local authority environment<br data-start="1560" data-end="1563" /> * Strong understanding of the UK planning system<br data-start="1611" data-end="1614" /> * Excellent written and verbal communication skills<br data-start="1665" data-end="1668" /> * Well-organised and proactive approach<br data-start="1707" data-end="1710" /> * Ideally based locally or with strong ties to the Swindon area</p> <hr data-start="1777" data-end="1780" /> <p data-start="1782" data-end="1801"><strong data-start="1782" data-end="1801">WHAT&#8217;S ON OFFER</strong></p> <p data-start="1803" data-end="2025">* Negotiable salary depending on experience<br data-start="1846" data-end="1849" /> * Office-based working environment<br data-start="1883" data-end="1886" /> * Opportunity to develop within a supportive team<br data-start="1935" data-end="1938" /> * Exposure to a variety of planning projects<br data-start="1982" data-end="1985" /> * Clear pathway for career development</p> <hr data-start="2027" data-end="2030" /> <p data-start="2032" data-end="2130" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><strong data-start="2032" data-end="2130" data-is-last-node="">Interested? Contact Joel Bland on 01792 365006 or email at <a class="decorated-link cursor-pointer" rel="noopener" data-start="2093" data-end="2128">joel.bland@penguinrecruitment.co.uk</a></strong></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start"> </div> <div class="mt-3 w-full empty:hidden"> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="pointer-events-none h-px w-px absolute bottom-0" data-edge="true"> </div> <p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Sm9lbEJsYW5kLjQ1ODk0LjExMzA5QHBlbmd1aW5yZWNydWl0bWVudC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif"></p>