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Section 106 Officer Review

at South Cambridge District Council

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Business Operations

Cambourne

Review Submitted: May 2021

Overall Rating

4.9 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.8/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
My role at the Greater Cambridge Shared Planning Service (employing authority South Cambridgeshire District Council) is that of Section 106 Officer. What this means is that I am responsible for identifying the impact of new development and then, working with third parties (including Parish Councils, the County Council and healthcare bodies), mitigate the impact through onsite infrastructure or more commonly offsite financial contributions. I also have line management responsibilities for the 2 officers whose responsibility it is to monitor the progress of development and raise invoices at the relevant trigger points.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy it very much. Although the programme is challenging my tutor is incredibly supportive and the feedback she provides is very constructive.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
The main applicable skill I have learned at this stage of the course is for a greater sense of self awareness, being more receptive to feedback and recognising where I can improve communication skills.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The programme is organised and I can see how assignments and presentations fit together. I am given time to complete tasks and support is always available. My tutor has adapted well to have to deliver the programme and training in a remote manner due to the pandemic.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer generally is very supportive and I am grateful for the opportunity to participate in the programme.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My tutor provides excellent support and feedback on all of the tasks that I complete. Her feedback is always constructive.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
My tutor makes sure that I consider how I will apply all of the training and development that I undertake in my actual role. It is clear that the purpose of the programme is to deliver practical improvements to those undertaking the training and my tutor helps me maintain focus in this respect.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
Whilst there are some activities I do not actively participate in them.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend South Cambridge District Council to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Providing a public service is rewarding, the Council has ambitious plans and it takes the development of its staff seriously.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to South Cambridge District Council?
Not all Council's are the same. South Cambridgeshire is (or at least is trying to be) quite dynamic with a considerable growth agenda. If change and challenge is not for you, then possibly don't consider South Cambridgeshire.
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