Salary: £24k - 55k per year
Reference: JO0000060700
Town Planner (Graduate to Associate Level)
Location: Ashford, Kent
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Opportunity to Shape Exceptional Developments Across the South East
A well-established, design-led planning and architectural studio near Ashford is seeking talented and motivated Town Planners at all levels - from recent graduates to experienced associate planners.
You’ll work on a broad mix of projects including bespoke rural homes, residential developments, heritage sites, and complex planning applications throughout Kent and beyond. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative team that values creativity, technical excellence, and a personalised approach to planning.
Key Responsibilities

Depending on your level of experience, your role will involve:

• Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals
• Conducting site appraisals, policy research, and feasibility assessments
• Liaising with clients, consultants, and local planning authorities
• Supporting or leading on Local Plan representations, pre-application advice, and stakeholder engagement
• Working closely with the in-house technical design team on a wide variety of projects

About You

• A degree in Town Planning or a related subject (RTPI-accredited preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of UK planning policy and development control
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• A full UK driving licence is desirable due to site-based work

Applicants for Associate-level roles should have:

• Several years’ experience in planning consultancy or local authority
• Strong project leadership and client management skills
• RTPI membership or eligibility for chartership

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Clear career progression from Graduate through to Associate
• Exposure to a wide range of rural and residential planning projects
• Ongoing professional development, including RTPI support
• Friendly, collaborative studio environment with real responsibility from day one

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV to ashleigh.waterhouse@carringtonwest.com or call 02393 876 054 to discuss this further.
Early applications are encouraged. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.
Reference - 60700

Depending on your level of experience, your role will involve:

• Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals
• Conducting site appraisals, policy research, and feasibility assessments
• Liaising with clients, consultants, and local planning authorities
• Supporting or leading on Local Plan representations, pre-application advice, and stakeholder engagement
• Working closely with the in-house technical design team on a wide variety of project

Applicants for Associate-level roles should have:

• Several years’ experience in planning consultancy or local authority
• Strong project leadership and client management skills
• RTPI membership or eligibility for chartershi