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.
Responsibilities
* 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 629519 or 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.
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