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Service Lead - Access to Education
- Exeter, Devon, Hybrid
- Full Time
- £67,401 per annum
Service Lead – Access to Education Children's Services – Inclusion and Learning Full Time | 37 hours per week | Permanent Location: County Hall, Exeter / Hybrid Working Shape the future of education across Devon. Devon is one of the largest local authorities in England, serving more than 170,000 children and young people across a diverse county of vibrant cities, market towns and rural communities. We are committed to ensuring every child has access to the right education, in the right place, at the right time. We are seeking an exceptional strategic leader to join our Inclusion and Learning Directorate as our Service Lead – Access to Education . This is a unique opportunity to lead one of the Council's most significant statutory services, with responsibility for ensuring sufficient education provision from early years through to post-16, including children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). About the role Reporting to the Head of Strategy and Central Operations, you will provide strategic leadership across a broad and high-profile portfolio including: School Place Planning Admissions and Fair Access School Organisation SEND Sufficiency Early Years and Childcare Sufficiency School Aged Childcare Education Infrastructure Planning Basic Need and High Needs Capital Programmes Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Working with schools, Multi Academy Trusts, developers, elected Members, the Department for Education and a wide range of partners, you will ensure Devon continues to meet its statutory responsibilities while delivering innovative, sustainable solutions that improve outcomes for children and families. This is a role that combines strategic thinking, political awareness and operational leadership, requiring someone who can confidently lead complex programmes of change, influence at the highest level and build strong partnerships across the education system. About you We are looking for an experienced senior leader who can demonstrate: Significant leadership experience within education, children's services or a related public sector environment. Excellent understanding of education legislation, particularly around admissions, place planning, SEND and statutory sufficiency. Experience of leading complex change programmes and delivering strategic priorities. Strong financial and commercial acumen, including managing significant budgets and capital investment programmes. Outstanding partnership, negotiation and influencing skills. The ability to analyse complex information, make evidence-based decisions and provide strategic advice to senior leaders and elected Members. A commitment to inclusion, continuous improvement and achieving the very best outcomes for children and young people. Why join Devon? This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact across one of the country's largest and most diverse local authorities. You'll work alongside passionate colleagues who are committed to improving educational opportunities for children and young people across Devon. In return, we offer: Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Generous annual leave entitlement. Ongoing professional development. A supportive and collaborative leadership culture. Employee wellbeing support and staff benefits. If you are an ambitious, collaborative leader with the vision and determination to shape education provision for the future, we would love to hear from you. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Simon Niles simon.niles@devon.gov.uk Closing Date: 23rd August 2026 Interview Date: 7th September 2026 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 . For details on the use of AI in applications and Devon County Council’s use of AI in Recruitment please see Use of AI in Our Recruitment Processes - Working for Devon | Devon County Council 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: REQ010271
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Finance Officer - Ted Wragg Multi Academy Trust
- Exeter, Devon
- Full Time
- £26,824 - £29,540 FTE (£24,846 - £27,362 actual salary)
Location: Cranbrook Education Centre Are you looking for an opportunity to contribute to a school where your work has a real impact on the lives of children and young people? Cranbrook Education Campus is a unique all-through school at the heart of its community, providing aspirational learning opportunities that enable every pupil to thrive. Our mission is to transform lives and strengthen our communities to make the world a better place. We achieve this through our commitment to the values that underpin "the PERKS" of being #Crantastic – being Proud, Engaged, Ready, Kind and Safe. We are seeking to appoint a highly organised, professional and proactive Finance Officer to join our Business Support Team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong administrative and financial skills to play a key role in supporting the efficient operation of the school's finance function. The successful candidate will contribute to a broad range of financial processes, ensuring high levels of accuracy, compliance and customer service while supporting colleagues across the campus. The role requires excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities within a busy environment. Working collaboratively with staff, suppliers and other stakeholders, you will help ensure that financial systems and processes operate effectively, enabling the school to continue delivering outstanding opportunities for our pupils. The Ted Wragg Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a number of safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS check. Full details and an application form can be downloaded here: https://www.tedwraggtrust.co.uk/vacancy Closing Date: 12th August 2026 (This vacancy may close early should sufficient applications be received. Early applications are therefore encouraged).
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Youth & Community Support Worker Apprentice (Crediton Youth Service) - Crediton Town Council
- Mid Devon, Devon
- Multiple Terms
- £12,480 per annum (£15,392 FTE), with age-related increases after the first year
Crediton Town Council (CTC) is seeking a Youth & Community Support Worker Apprentice to join Crediton Youth Service (CYS). This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience working with young people who is ready to develop their career and work towards becoming a qualified Youth & Community Worker through a degree apprenticeship. Working alongside our Lead Youth Worker, you will help deliver creative, project-based youth work that supports young people aged 10 to 19 and encourages them to play an active role in their community. About Us CYS was established by CTC to provide high-quality youth work opportunities for local young people. Our work includes community projects, outreach activities, detached youth work, youth participation initiatives, sustainability projects and a Youth Council. Our vision is to help young people thrive, develop new skills, influence local decision-making and become active members of their community. The Role As a Youth & Community Support Worker Apprentice, you will: Build positive relationships with young people and community members Support the planning and delivery of youth activities, projects and events Encourage young people's participation, leadership and decision-making Assist with outreach, detached youth work and school-based activities Help promote Crediton Youth Service through community engagement and social media Contribute to fundraising initiatives and community events Complete a Degree Apprenticeship in Youth & Community Work What We're Looking For Essential requirements include: GCSE (or equivalent) at C/4 or above for English. Good mathematical understanding (demonstrable through interview process). A Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) (Expected grades if A level results are due in Summer 2026) At least 12 months' experience working with young people in youth work settings Good communication, organisational and IT skills Knowledge of youth work principles and commitment to young people's participation Ability to work flexibly as part of a team Commitment to securing a place on the BA (JNC) Youth & Community Work Degree at Plymouth Marjon University. What We Offer 30 hours per week Three-year fixed-term apprenticeship Salary: £12,480 per annum (£15,392 FTE), with age-related increases after the first year 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata) Local Government Pension Scheme Ongoing professional development and support Opportunity to gain a recognised professional qualification while working CTC is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and communities. For more information, please contact Cath Kelly (Lead Youth Worker) on 01363 773717 or c.kelly@crediton.gov.uk . How to Apply Applications must be made using the council's application form. CVs will not be accepted. Please visit CTC’s website https://www.crediton.gov.uk/vacancies to download the full recruitment pack and application form. Closing Date: Monday 17 August 2026 at 08.00.
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