Project Support Assistant (Set for Success) - Active Devon
- Exeter, Devon
- Multiple Terms
- £24,796 per annum, pro rata
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Fixed term for 12 months
RINGFENCED for young people aged 18–25 (see criteria below)
This role is being offered as a positive-action opportunity, ringfenced for young people aged 18–25 who are care experienced*, have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), or are not currently in education, employment or training (NEET). We are committed to being inclusive and providing a supportive working environment, and we welcome applications from young people who may face barriers to work. If you require the application in an alternative format or need support to apply, please contact us.‑action opportunity, ring‑fenced for young people aged 18–25 who are care‑experienced
*Please note the legal definition of a care experienced young person/care leaver is a young person aged 16-25 years old who has been 'looked after' by the local authority at some point since they were 14 years old and were in care on or after their 16th birthday. Please see ‘Am I a Care Experienced Young Person’ information sheet for more information.
An Exciting Opportunity
Are you looking for an exciting developmental job opportunity, working in an organisation which helps people to be more active and benefit from moving more?
If yes, then this exciting new opportunity to join the Active Devon Team delivering the Set for Success programme could be for you, where you can make a tangible impact on young people’s lives.
The Role
We are seeking a committed team player to join us as a Project Support Assistant. This is a vital role in organising, administrating, and supporting schools and athlete mentors to deliver the programme, which is aimed at young people who are most at risk of becoming not engaged in education, employment, or training (NEET).
This rare opportunity will develop transferable skills in school support, event administration, customer service and data management. You will be keen to work within a team and deliver excellent results for young people in the local area. This is a fabulous opportunity to learn and build relationships with Athlete Mentors, local organisations, and to support the Set for Success school network in your locality.
You will work closely with passionate professionals and experience first-hand the difference sport, physical activity, and leadership can make. You will also have the opportunity of a structured programme of personal development support provided.
The role will be mainly office based at the Active Devon offices at Haven Banks in Exeter, and there will be a requirement to travel to schools involved in the Set for Success programme.
What you’ll be doing
- Supporting Athlete Mentors in delivering a youth leadership programme in selected schools
- Assisting with school engagement, event planning, and customer service
- Managing data and helping to ensure smooth delivery of the Set for Success initiative in your local area
- Developing your leadership and organisational skills in a real-world environment
- Providing support to the Active Devon Early Life team on wider projects
What we’re looking for
- A strong interest in sport/physical activity and youth development
- A team player with excellent communication skills
- Eagerness to learn and develop professionally
- Ability to engage with young people, schools, and other stakeholders
- Organisational skills and attention to detail
About Active Devon
Active Devon is a community focussed, not for profit organisation with a vision of everyone in Devon active for life. We know the benefits of being active are life-changing, helping to reduce inequalities and delivering huge value in our communities. We are seeking someone whose values and passion align with ours and who will want to join us in making movement a positive part of people’s lives, whatever their background.
The working environment at Active Devon is a busy one, but friendly, informal and energetic.
Active Devon is hosted by Devon County Council through which you would be employed. This opportunity to join the Active Devon Team is in partnership with the Youth Sport Trust (YST) and the Set for Success programme is funded by the Wimbledon Foundation in partnership with Barclays.
Flexible hours and working pattern
We understand that flexibility is important to people in today’s busy world, and we value flexibility too. Within our overall requirements we have flexibility to make a part-time or full appointment. Therefore, we welcome applications from people seeking roles between 30 and 37 hours (i.e. full time) per week.
We also have flexibility to offer an annual working pattern that allows hours to be weighted differently between school term and non-term times. If you have specific preferences, we welcome the opportunity to discuss them during the recruitment process. Flexibility is genuinely valued, and we always try to accommodate the preferences of those applying for part time roles where possible.
Please state clearly on your application whether you are interested in full time or part time (including preferences for min / max hours per week).
If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Lisa Alford, Local Partnerships Manager at lisa.alford@activedevon.org or you can call 07582 350349.
How to apply
Applicants must submit a completed application by midnight on Thursday 19th February 2026. The selection interviews are on Thursday 26th February 2026.
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.
- 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: REQ009189
Interview Date: 26th February 2026
Job Details
- OrganisationDevon County Council
- Work LocationExeterDevon
- Work Postcode
EX2 8DP
- Reference
REQ009189
- Occupational GroupCare Experienced Young People Ringfenced Opportunities
- Salary Details
£24,796 per annum, pro rata
- Job TermFixed
- Appointment TypeFull TimePart Time
- Hours
30 - 37 hours per week (potential term time working pattern)
- Closing Date
19/02/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes