We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and well organised individual to take up a Planning Officer role within the Development Management team. In this Planning Officer role you will deal with a range of planning applications for development proposals across the City. As such, you should have excellent communication and negotiation skills. The role will require you to have knowledge of the planning system as well as current planning legislation, policies and procedures. You will be able to act on your own initiative and have the ability to prioritise and work to deadlines.

As an employer we like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of employee benefits including flexi time, hybrid working, a minimum of 30 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), family friendly policies, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC’s, life assurance scheme, payment of professional fees, discounted parking, cycle to work scheme and discounted bus and rail fares.

 The successful applicant must be customer focussed, a team player with demonstrable experience of effective planning and enforcement work either within the planning profession or in another profession where your skills will be transferrable.

 International Sponsorship - this role is not open to International sponsorship. 

As an employer we like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of employee benefits including flexi time, hybrid working, a minimum of 25 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), family friendly policies, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC’s, life assurance scheme, payment of professional fees, discounted parking, cycle to work scheme and discounted bus and rail fares.

 For an informal chat about the role, please contact Patrick Marfleet, Principal Planning Officer, on 01772 906577 or p.marfleet@preston.gov.uk

Closing Date: 31 May 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £33,699 to £35,412 per annum

We are investing in our Planning service in order to deliver our corporate priorities.  We are seeking enthusiastic, well organised and self-motivated individuals who can work as part of a team, but also individually using their own initiative to take up this role.  

You will be required to work to deadlines, therefore you must have good time management skills. You will provide technical and administrative support to the Planning team and previous experience and/or an understanding of the Development Management process would be highly advantageous but not essential.

You will need to have an extensive understanding of Microsoft Office products and electronic document management systems. You must have excellent communication skills to deal with a wide range of customers, including the public and professionals.  

As an employer we like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of employee benefits including flexi-time, hybrid working, a minimum of 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) pro rata, family friendly policies, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC’s, Life Assurance Scheme, payment of professional fees, discounted parking, cycle to work scheme and discounted bus and rail fares.

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship.

**As the Council is a Foundation Living wage employer, you will be paid at Foundation Living Wage as a minimum, currently £25,949 per annum pro rata**

For an informal chat about the role please contact Phil Cousins, Development Management Team Leader on 01772 906584 or p.cousins@preston.gov.uk. To obtain further details and apply online please visit our website www.preston.gov.uk.  

Closing Date: 24 May 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £25,185 to £25,583 per annum

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an HR Assistant to join the Council’s Workforce team. 

This is a key role providing essential support across the employee lifecycle, helping to deliver an efficient, professional and compliant HR service for managers and employees across the organisation, from onboarding and contract preparation to maintaining accurate HR records and responding to routine queries. You’ll be the first point of contact for many of our colleagues, working closely with the wider HR team to ensure a smooth and positive employee experience.

You’ll be working within a supportive team environment with opportunities to develop your HR knowledge and experience, and the chance to make a real contribution to a high-quality people service.

If you are a proactive, detail-oriented individual with strong communication skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.

As an employer we like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of employee benefits including flexi time, hybrid working, a minimum of 28 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), family friendly policies, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC’s, life assurance scheme, payment of professional fees, discounted parking, bus and rail fares, a cycle to work scheme and access to a healthcare insurance scheme.

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship.

Closing Date: 10 May 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £31,022 to £32,597

Resources – Workforce.  Preston City Council provides a wide-range of key services to the people of Preston including Environmental Health, Housing Advice, Welfare Benefits, Community Engagement, Electoral Services, Planning, Waste Management, Parks, Events and a Revenues and Benefits Shared Service with Lancaster City Council.

The Council has ambitious plans which require motivated, well-trained and high-performing employees at the heart of it to deliver and drive forward its agenda.

Working as a valuable member of a small, busy and supportive Workforce team, you will provide comprehensive and effective professional HR support and advice to managers and employees on a range of HR matters and casework, as well as supporting HR-related initiatives, projects and continuous improvement opportunities. 

You will have significant practical experience across a wide range of HR activities, including recruitment, absence management, disciplinary, grievance, performance and change management and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organisation. 

If you are an experienced HR professional and are looking for your next step, within a fast-paced and varied environment, I would encourage you to apply for this position.

Benefits include; flexi time, hybrid working, minimum of 30 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) pro-rata, family friendly policies, access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC's, life assurance scheme, casual car user allowance, payment of professional fees, discounted parking, cycle to work scheme and discounted bus and rail fares.

International Sponsorship - this role is not open to International Sponsorship. 

For an informal chat about the position, please contact Kath O’Flaherty, (Assistant Director) Head of Workforce on 01772 906371 or k.oflaherty@preston.gov.uk

Closing Date: 10 May 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £39,152 to £40,777 per annum pro rata

Resources – Workforce.  Preston City Council provides a wide range of key services to the people of Preston including Environmental Health, Housing Advice, Welfare Benefits, Community Engagement, Electoral Services, Planning, Waste Management, Parks, Events and a Revenues and Benefits Shared Service with Lancaster City Council.

We are looking for an experienced and forward‑thinking HR Manager to lead a high‑performing HR team and play a key role in delivering a professional, responsive and people‑focused HR service across the Council.

This is a senior HR role with real influence, offering the opportunity to shape workforce strategy, lead complex casework and contribute to major organisational change.

Reporting to the Assistant Director (Head of Workforce), you will manage and support the HR team, providing expert advice to managers across the organisation on the full range of HR matters. You will lead on complex and high‑risk cases, drive continuous improvement in HR policies and processes, and contribute to corporate initiatives that support organisational priorities.

You will also work closely with colleagues across Workforce, including Learning and Development and Health & Safety, to help shape and deliver the Council’s People Strategy.

About You

You will be an experienced HR professional with strong leadership skills and a thorough understanding of employment law and best HR practice. You will be confident advising at senior level, comfortable managing complex and sensitive issues, and committed to developing people‑centred solutions that support both managers and employees.

Benefits include; flexi time, hybrid working, minimum of 30 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), family friendly policies, access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC's, life assurance scheme, casual car user allowance, payment of professional fees, discounted parking, cycle to work scheme and discounted bus and rail fares.

International Sponsorship - this role is not open to International Sponsorship. 

For an informal chat about the position, please contact Kath O’Flaherty, (Assistant Director) Head of Workforce on 01772 906371 or k.oflaherty@preston.gov.uk

Closing Date: 10 May 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £51,356 to £52,413 per annum

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Learning and Development Assistant to join the Council’s Workforce team. This role provides essential support to the delivery of high‑quality learning and development across the organisation, helping employees develop the skills and knowledge they need to deliver excellent services.

You will play a key role in coordinating training activity, supporting apprenticeships and work placements, maintaining learning systems and training records, and producing meaningful reports to inform workforce development.

You will be well organised, confident in working with data and systems, and have strong administrative and communication skills. Experience of coordinating training or working in a learning, HR or workforce environment would be an advantage, along with the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.

As an employer we like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of employee benefits including flexi time, hybrid working, a minimum of 28 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) pro rata, family friendly policies, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC’s, life assurance scheme, payment of professional fees, discounted parking, bus and rail fares, a cycle to work scheme and access to a healthcare insurance scheme.

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship.

Closing Date: 10 May 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £31,022 to £32,597 per annum pro rata

Are you interested in protecting and improving public health? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Environmental Health Technician to join the Environmental Protection Team.

As the successful post holder working within a small team, you will undertake a wide range of duties across the service including responding to and investigating reports relating to noise, dust, odour, light and other public health nuisances, using a range of advice and enforcement options to secure improvements. 

Experience of dealing with the public is an essential requirement of this post, but prior knowledge of environmental protection matters is not essential as the appointee will be supported to develop their knowledge in this area. 

Good administrative skills and an ability to communicate effectively with the public are essential requirements. Suitable candidates must also be able to plan, organise and manage their own workloads, use time effectively and work with the minimum of supervision. 

You will be based in the City centre but expected to travel widely across the City. Contracted hours are 37 hours per week and this will occasionally include evening and weekend duties and participating in the Night Noise Service rota. 

If you have the skills to educate and to effectively communicate legal requirements, the character to take firm enforcement action and a commitment to delivering a quality service, then we would like to hear from you.

As an employer we like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of employee benefits including flexi time, hybrid working, a minimum of 25 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), family friendly policies, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC’s, life assurance scheme, payment of professional fees, discounted parking, cycle to work scheme and discounted bus and rail fares.

International Sponsorship - this role is not open to International Sponsorship. 

For an informal discussion please contact: Michelle Reynolds via email  m.reynolds@preston.gov.uk

Closing Date: 17 May 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £25,989 to £38,220 per annum