Service Support Officer
- Exeter, Devon
- Full Time
- £26,824 - £28,598 per annum
INTERNAL ONLY (DCC Employees Only)
We are looking for a well organised and self-motivated person to join the Business Support Team and fill this vital role supporting the Quality Assurance Reviewing & Safeguarding Service, which is one of our business critical, frontline safeguarding services, a key priority for Devon County Council.
You will need to have good leadership skills coupled with good communication and interpersonal skills. You will be able to quickly respond to changing priorities whilst maintaining attention to detail and possess excellent administrative and organisational skills to undertake and delegate tasks across the full range of business support activities. You will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to:
- Take a leading role within a Business Support Team
- Work as a member of that team within a busy office environment
- Prioritise your own and others workload
- Work to tight deadlines
- Use initiative
- Input data accurately & produce work of a high standard
- Process sensitive and confidential information in accordance with DP Act
- Have a good understanding of MS Office & effectively utilise technology and IT systems
- Communicate effectively at all levels
For an informal discussion please contact Simon Osborne 01362 38 8419.
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.
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- 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: REQ009907
Job Details
- OrganisationDevon County Council
- Work LocationExeterDevon
- Work Postcode
EX2 4QD
- Reference
REQ009907
- Occupational GroupAdministrative, Secretarial & Office Support
- Salary Details
£26,824 - £28,598 per annum
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypeFull Time
- Hours
37 hours per week
- Closing Date
20/06/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes