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Employment Hub Advisor
- West Devon, Devon
- Part Time
- £30,518 - £33,699 per annum, pro rata
Join Devon’s Employment and Youth Hub Team – Supporting the Connect to Work Service Employment Hub Advisor West Devon – 0.6 FTE Are you passionate about helping people into employment, education, or training? Do you want to be part of a dynamic team delivering a new and exciting service across Devon? The Employment and Skills team is seeking to recruit support, advice and guidance professionals to deliver the roll out of an expanded Employment and Youth Hub programme which will meet the needs of the new Connect to Work service in Devon. We are now recruiting an Employment Hub Advisor to provide tailored, one-to-one support to residents in the area. As an Employment Hub Advisor, you will: Work directly with individuals to identify their strengths, aspirations, and support needs. Help clients access training, education, and secure employment opportunities. Collaborate with local partners and services to ensure holistic support. Contribute to a welcoming and inclusive hub environment. The Advisor will play a key role in ensuring the hubs are responsive to local needs and provide high-quality support to individuals seeking employment, education, or training. The work base location for West Devon is Tavistock with the Employment Hub initially being sited in Okehampton. Some travel may be required to other Employment Hubs. Closing date: 31st May 2026 Interview date: 9th June 2026 For an informal discussion please contact Debbie Stafford – Debbie.stafford@devon.gov.uk / 07967 629519or Sarah Flower sarah.flower@devon.gov.uk / 07812 511806. How to apply Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as described in the person specification of the job description. Applications may not be taken forwards if the supporting statement is not adequately completed. Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply. Please click Apply Now to see the Job Description. DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages . Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English. Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice . For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page . We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required. For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). This role requires a DBS disclosure. Reference: REQ009715
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Employment Hub Coordinator
- West Devon, Devon
- Full Time
- £35,412 - £39,152 per annum
Join Devon’s Employment and Youth Hub Team – Supporting the Connect to Work Service Employment Hub Coordinator West Devon – 1 x FTE Are you passionate about helping people into employment, education, or training? Do you want to be part of a dynamic team delivering a new and exciting service across Devon? The Employment and Skills team is seeking to recruit support, advice and guidance professionals to deliver the roll out of an expanded Employment and Youth Hub programme which will meet the needs of the new Connect to Work service in Devon. We are now recruiting an Employment Hub Coordinator for West Devon to lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the local hub. As an Employment Hub Coordinator, you will: Oversee the delivery of hub services in your area, ensuring smooth operations and a welcoming environment. Manage relationships with local stakeholders, partners, and service providers. Support and supervise Employment Hub Advisors. Monitor performance and contribute to service development. The role will play a key role in ensuring the hubs are responsive to local needs and provide high-quality support to individuals seeking employment, education, or training. The work base location for West Devon is Tavistock with the Employment Hub initially being sited in Okehampton. Some travel may be required to other Employment Hubs. Closing date: 31st May 2026 Interview date: 9th June 2026 For an informal discussion please contact Debbie Stafford – Debbie.stafford@devon.gov.uk / 07967 629519or Sarah Flower sarah.flower@devon.gov.uk / 07812 511806. How to apply Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as described in the person specification of the job description. Applications may not be taken forwards if the supporting statement is not adequately completed. Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply. Please click Apply Now to see the Job Description. DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages . Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English. Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice . For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page . We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required. For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). This role requires a DBS disclosure. Reference: REQ009714
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Finance Officer
- Exeter, Devon
- Full Time
- £30,518 - £33,699 per annum
We are seeking to appoint a Finance Officer to join our Children’s Social Care Finance Team on a permanent basis. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the timely and accurate processing of payments to carers, external providers and care‑experienced young people. You will support a team of Finance Administrators responsible for handling high volumes of payments and completing essential checks to ensure all requests are appropriate, compliant with policy and consistently applied. Key Responsibilities: Checking, amending and uploading payment runs for Fostering, Adoption and Kinship placements, Care Experienced payments, and payments to external providers via CareFirst Acting as the key point of contact for external placement providers, including the resolution of complex payment queries and disputes Authorising, within CareFirst, all entries relating to Children’s placement costs Providing training to all new Finance Administrators and offering daily support on escalated or complex issues Identifying and recovering overpayments to placement providers Acting as the main liaison with the Finding a Home service to ensure the timely resolution of placement and finance‑related queries About You You will have a sound understanding of accounting principles, strong analytical and IT skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. You will be an effective communicator, able to explain financial information clearly to nonfinancial colleagues, and work positively as part of a team. You will also have the ability to support and supervise staff as required, contributing to effective team working, performance, and the delivery of service objectives. An AAT qualification or equivalent experience is essential. Knowledge or experience of Children’s Social Care finance is desirable but not essential. What we can offer you Working for Devon County Council (DCC) has all the benefits that you can expect from a large employer. In return for the vital contribution that you make, we offer: 26 days annual leave per year (rising with length of service) plus Bank Holidays effective from 1 April 2026. Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme - more information can be found on the Peninsula Pensions website. Access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme – available 24/7 to support you with personal and work life. Flexible working opportunities, including home-working (subject to the needs of the role). Discounts from local and high street retailers through the Devon Discounts scheme. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Katherine Hails on 01392 383314 or email katherine.hails@devon.gov.uk . How to apply Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as described in the person specification of the job description. Applications may not be taken forwards if the supporting statement is not adequately completed. Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply. Please click Apply Now to see the Job Description. DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages . Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English. Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice . For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page . We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required. For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) This role requires a DBS disclosure. Reference: REQ009713
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