Planning and Development Officer
Permanent, full time (37 hours)
Starting salary £32,115
Frome Town Council is an award winning, ambitious and proactive Council and we want everyone in Frome to be proud of their town.
We are looking for an exceptional person to provide professional planning advice to the Town Council in its role as consultee in the planning process, to provide support to the Planning & Development Manager in responding to consultations and to champion sustainable development in Frome.
You will have a degree or equivalent and experience of working in and understanding the planning process and sustainable development. An ability to communicate at different levels within the community as well as knowledge of best practice in engaging communities.
Frome Town Council is a great place to work. It is a supportive environment that provides a defined benefit pension, 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays , flexible working arrangements and good training and development opportunities.
For an informal chat about the role call Jane Llewellyn 01373 475578.
Closing date: Monday 13th January 2025 by 9am
Proposed interview dates: week commencing 20th January 2025
Application
In order to apply please send a covering letter and CV explaining how your skills and experience are suitable for the role in relation to the job description and person specification. Please email your application to Laura, lflaherty@frometowncouncil.gov.uk
Volunteer as an Energy Advice Champion for Frome
If you can commit a few hours a week or month and would like to make a difference to people’s lives, reducing their energy bills and lowering their carbon footprint, we would love to hear from you.
We are looking for Energy Advice Champions to work with us to support our expanding Healthy Homes project delivered in partnership with Frome Medical Practice and the Centre of Sustainable Energy.
You will be a part of a friendly and supportive team, providing energy advice to groups and individuals with initiatives such as our regular drop in energy sessions, planned pop up events, and home visits (for those that need an additional support such as help with setting heating controls and draft proofing). We need support especially during the daytime, and in some evenings, so everyone is very welcome.
Full training will be provided by the Centre of Sustainable Energy, and hours of volunteering can be flexible. For those that are interested, there will also be a free opportunity to complete a City & Guilds Level 3 in Energy Awareness.
If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Caroline Wajsblum: cwajsblum@frometowncouncil.gov.uk or 07597 700837
Volunteer as a Discover Frome Ambassador
Are you looking or a new fun role where you can chat about our fantastic town and support one of the town’s historic buildings? Volunteers are needed to help support Frome’s popular information point.
The friendly volunteer team provide information about events and activities taking place in the town as well as details about walking, cycling and exploring the area for residents and visitors alike. Anyone with time to spare, looking for a new opportunity or to gain skills and experience can volunteer their time on the days that suit them. The role includes opening and closing the Information Point as well as handling money and communicating directly with the public.
Full training will be given, to find out more about the position email info@frometowncouncil.gov.uk or call 01373 465757.
