Planner

• Planner
• Salary: £47,699- £54,569 per annum*
• Permanent, Full time (35 hours per week)
• Happy to talk flexible working
• Based in Glasgow / Hybrid

sport scotland is the national agency for sport in Scotland. Our vision is an active Scotland where everyone benefits from sport. Our goal is to be inclusive by design.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Planner to join our Facilities team. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team, with a range of partners, to plan and influence the development of places where people can take part at all levels in sport.

While the role will include working across planning policy and development management, its focus will be supporting partners to plan strategically for places for sport. Ideally you will have experience in this area, or the relevant skills which will enable you to add value to partners’ work in this area.

To be considered for this role, you should hold a degree/postgraduate qualification or equivalent in planning or related disciplines; chartered membership of the RTPI is desirable.

• Please note successful candidates will be appointed at the entry point of the salary band.

How to apply

Please apply online and attach your CV and cover letter detailing why you meet the requirements, by the closing date of 28 September 2026.

We anticipate interviews will take place on 19 October 2026.

Employee benefits

In return for the above, we offer employee benefits such as flexible working, generous holidays, Cycle2Work, fantastic discounts, a great pension scheme, support with your professional development and much more.

Disability Confident Employer

We are a Disability Confident employer. If you have any difficulties with your application because of a disability, please contact hr.recruitment@sportscotland.org.uk and we will discuss how we can help you.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At sport scotland inclusion underpins everything we do. If you've got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, caring responsibilities, care experience or social background.

sport scotland – sport for life

Pay: £47,699.00-£54,569.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Flexitime
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Glasgow G40 1DA