Assistant Town Planner

Posted 05 March 2026
Salary £28k - 35k per year
LocationReading
Job type Permanent - Full Time
Discipline Town Planning
ReferenceJO0000065027

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Town Planner
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Salary: Competitive + benefits

A well-established planning and development consultancy is looking to appoint an Assistant Town Planner to join their growing Reading team. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career planner to gain hands-on experience across a wide range of planning projects.

The Role
You will support senior planners in delivering planning advice and managing projects across sectors including residential, mixed-use, retail, and regeneration. The role will involve assisting with planning applications, site appraisals, planning research, and the preparation of planning statements and reports.

Key Responsibilities
·Assisting with planning applications, appeals, and pre-application enquiries
·Supporting the preparation of planning statements and site appraisals
·Undertaking planning policy research and analysis
·Assisting with Local Plan representations and site promotion
·Liaising with clients, consultants, and local authorities

Requirements
·Degree or Master's in Town Planning or a related discipline
·Strong written and analytical skills
·Interest in working towards RTPI accreditation
·Proactive, organised, and eager to develop within a consultancy environment

This role offers excellent training, mentoring, and career progression within a collaborative and supportive team so if you are looking to progress your town planning career, apply now! 02393 876 054 or ashleigh.waterhouse@carringtonwest.com for any questions.
 
Reference - 65027