Chartered Town Planner Degree Apprentice

Introduction

This is an exciting opportunity to develop a professional career in town planning while studying towards a Chartered Town Planner course with Sheffield Hallam University. The apprentice will support the delivery of planning services across development management, planning policy and placemaking activities in a multi-disciplinary consultancy

About the Employer

This is an exciting opportunity to develop a professional career in town planning while studying towards a Chartered Town Planner qualification with Sheffield Hallam University.

The apprentice will support the delivery of planning services across development management, planning policy and placemaking activities in a multi-disciplinary consultancy. Through a structured programme of work-based learning and academic study, the apprentice will develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become a professionally qualified Chartered Town Planner and achieve Chartered Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI).

What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of planning applications, pre-application enquiries and consultations.
• Undertake research into planning policy, legislation and guidance.
• Develop written work and communication skills. Support the preparation of statements.
• Participate in site visits and meetings with clients and other stakeholders
• Help monitor planning consents and development activity.

Apprenticeship and Training Responsibilities

The postholder will be expected to:

• Enrol and actively participate in the Level 7 Chartered Town Planner Degree Apprenticeship at Sheffield Hallam University.
• Attend all required teaching sessions, workshops and tutorials.
• Complete assignments, projects and academic assessments within agreed timescales.
• Undertake off-the-job learning in accordance with apprenticeship requirements.
• Maintain an apprenticeship portfolio evidencing knowledge, skills and behaviours.
• Participate in regular progress reviews with the employer and Sheffield Hallam University.
• Work towards successful completion of the apprenticeship and End-Point Assessment.
• Achieve the professional competencies required for Chartered Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI).

Training Outcome

Upon successful completion of the Chartered Town Planner Degree Apprenticeship and achievement of MRTPI status, opportunities may include progression to: Graduate Planner, Planner and more senior positions with the company.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Microsoft Office Competent
• Interest in town planning
• Enthusiastic and Motivated

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - x5 including Eng and Maths - C or 4 and above
• Essential - A Level - x3 in any subject - BBC
• Essential - BTEC - Any - DMM
• Essential - Level 4 Apprenticeship - Town Planning Assistant - Pass

Course Information

Course: Chartered town planner (degree) (level 7)

Level: 7

Route: Construction and the built environment

Apprenticeship Level: Degree

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.

Expected Duration: 5 Years

Training Provider: SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY