Highway Services Assistant
- Exeter, North Devon, Devon
- Full Time
- £26,847 - £27,274 per annum
If you're organised, enjoy working as part of a team, and have experience in an administrative or customer-focused role, we'd love to hear from you.
As a Highway Services Assistant, you'll play an important role in delivering essential highway services across Devon as part of a friendly and supportive team.
From supporting tree safety activities to assisting with applications, licences, insurance claims, and community schemes, the team's work is varied and offers plenty of opportunities to gain new knowledge and develop your skills.
This is an excellent opportunity to broaden your capabilities and build a strong understanding of a busy and diverse service. Training will be provided, making this a great role for someone looking to take on new challenges.
The team works in a hybrid way between an office base (either Great Moor House, Exeter or Taw View, Barnstaple) and home, offering flexibility alongside a collaborative and welcoming working environment.
Our offer to 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 2024.
- 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 please contact Steve Pickard on 01392383181.
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.
- 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).
Reference: REQ010792
Job Details
- OrganisationDevon County Council
- Work LocationExeterNorth DevonDevon
- Work Postcode
EX2 7NL / EX31 1EE
- Reference
REQ010792
- Occupational GroupHighways, Transport & Traffic
- Salary Details
£26,847 - £27,274 per annum
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypeFull Time
- Hours
37 hours per week
- Closing Date
08/11/2026
- DBS Check Required
No