Fixed Term until the end of February 2027

Full Time 37 hours per week

Location: Barnstaple or Exeter (Devon)

Are you looking for a role where your work improves daily life for communities across Devon? Do you enjoy solving problems, staying organised, and helping people? If so, the Highway Services Assistant position could be the perfect next step for you.

As part of Devon County Council’s Highway Services team, you’ll play an essential role in keeping our road network safe, reliable and resilient. No two days are the same. You’ll contribute to important areas like tree safety, risk management, licencing, customer service and community engagement, giving you a broad, meaningful range of responsibilities.

You’ll join a friendly, supportive team that works collaboratively to deliver high‑quality services for residents, businesses and visitors. We’ll help you build your confidence and skills through training, knowledge‑sharing and hands‑on experience. Whether you’re starting your career in local government or looking for a role where your attention to detail, communication skills and commitment to great customer service can shine, you’ll find plenty of opportunity to grow.

If you’re motivated, adaptable and ready to make a positive difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Interview Date: 1st and 2nd April 2026

For an informal discussion please contact Caroline Van-Huysse [email protected]

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).