19 jobs found in Newton Abbot

RGB Recruitment are looking for a Painter & Decorator for a contractor based in Newton Abbot.  Start Date: ASAP  Duties include:  Surface preperation Brushing & Rolling  Protect furniture, floors, and fixtures before and during work Maintain tools and equipment in good working order Requirements:  CSCS card is preferred but not essential  Driving Licence is preferred  Minimum of 2 years experience  Full PPE  If you are interested in this role or know someone who might be please apply below or call Charley on (phone number removed)

TeacherActive are proud to be recruiting for experienced qualified MFL teacher as well as Early Careers teachers to work on a long-term basis. We have partnered with many secondary schools across Newton Abbot, meaning our need for good quality staff is at an all-time high. Our long-standing relationships with schools mean that we can find you the position that's right for you, giving you guidance and advice along the way. Our dedicated consultants have an ideal mix of skills and knowledge, coming from a background of both hands-on classroom experience and extensive recruitment experience. Many of our roles for qualified teachers have immediate start dates, with no need to wait until the new academic year to gain further experience. The successful qualified MFL teacher will have: -          QTS with MFL specialism (ECT’s are welcome to apply) -          Experience teaching MFL up to Key Stage 4 / KS4 -          Excellent classroom management -          Strong communication...

Site Engineer – Highways Project (Contract) 📍 Newton Abbot 💷 £350 per day (Umbrella – PAYE) 🕒 Long-term Contract The Role We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join a live highways project in Newton Abbot on a contract basis. This is a long-term opportunity on a well-established scheme, suitable for a proactive engineer with solid highways and civils experience. Key Responsibilities Setting out for highways works including drainage, kerbing, earthworks and pavement construction Producing and maintaining accurate site records and as-built drawings Ensuring works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications and programme requirements Working closely with Site Management, subcontractors and the wider project team Ensuring all works comply with current health & safety standards Essential Criteria Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Site Engineer on civil engineering / highways projects Civil Engineering qualification Proficient in AutoCAD and MS Office and...

Night Time Production Operator Newton Abbot | £15.25 -£16.04 per hour (nights) | Full-Time | Temporary | Onsite | No Experience Needed Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting Operators to join the production team at Harrier in Newton Abbot. This is a great opportunity to start immediately with full training provided. No previous experience is required - just a positive attitude and willingness to learn. You will play an important role in ensuring high-quality printed photo products are checked, packaged, and prepared for despatch. This temporary position offers the potential for ongoing work depending on performance and business needs. Key Duties Mastercutting. Carry out quality checks on finished products. Pack customer orders with care and accuracy. Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Requirements Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Able to stand for long periods of time and lift heavy items. Ability to follow instructions and work...

The role of the Housekeeping Team is to assist the housekeeping department to ensure that all accommodation is cleaned and maintained to the highest standard after each occupancy and to make sure all faults, damages or potential problems in our accommodation are reported immediately to the appropriate person. The successful candidate must be flexible, enthusiastic, take pride in their work and be able to work on their own initiative as well as part of the team. To follow our cleaning procedures and schedules as advised by your supervisor. Complete all periodical tasks including turning mattresses, dusting lampshades and cleaning curtains in accommodation

Electrician with Prison Clearance for Channings Wood (TQ12) June 2026 Summary: This role seeks a qualified electrician with prison clearance for a new build project at HMP Channings Wood, involving various electrical tasks primarily focused on first and second fix. The position is long-term, expected to last at least 6 - 8 months, with potential for extension. Electricians must hold ECS Gold certification and the necessary security clearance. Key Responsibilities: * Perform all forms of electrical work, mainly first and second fix. * Work on a new building on HMP Channings Wood. * Ensure compliance with security clearance requirements. Key Skills: * Fully qualified electrician with ECS Gold certification. * Security clearance (EL1, EL2, EL3, CTC, SC, eSC, DV). * Experience in electrical refurbishment projects. Salary (Rate): £ Negiotiable Start Date: June 2026 Duration: 6 - 8 months (possibly longer) If you are a qualified electrician with security...

A NHS organisation in South Devon is seeking an experienced Interim Operational Estates Officer (Mechanical) to support the delivery of a busy mechanical estates maintenance service within a complex healthcare environment. This agency contract is ideal for an experienced estates professional with strong technical knowledge, leadership capability, and a proven background delivering safe, compliant, customer-focused estates services. Key responsibilities: * Lead and coordinate day-to-day mechanical estates operations * Manage in-house teams and specialist contractors * Ensure statutory compliance and safe systems of work * Support operational estates delivery and capital projects * Oversee PPM, reactive maintenance, and specialist engineering systems * Maintain high standards across performance, safety, and service delivery Requirements: * Degree, HND/HNC, or equivalent in a relevant estates/building services discipline * Strong operational estates...

Red Snapper Recruitment are recruiting for a Business Support and Intelligence Officer on behalf of Torbay Council. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Community Safety Business Unit, supporting operational teams through high-quality intelligence analysis, reporting and business support functions. Summary of job * Job Title: Business Support and Intelligence Officer * Location: Hybrid working – minimum one day per week office based at Tor Hill House, Castle Circus, Torquay * Hours: Part time - 22.2 hours per week * Pay Rate: £14.82 per hour PAYE * Contract: Temporary contract initially for 3 months * Start Date: Ideally by early July, however the client can wait for the right candidate Main duties and responsibilities * Analyse and interpret complex statistical and operational data to support the Community Safety Business Unit * Compile reports and provide operational insights to assist effective team management and service delivery * Identify...

We are currently recruiting experienced Support Workers for a temporary placement within a CQC-regulated service supporting children aged 5–11 years. Requirements: • Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) certification • Experience working with children • Personal Care training • Comfortable working in a regulated care setting Please note: We do not provide sponsorship for this role. This is a fantastic opportunity for dedicated and compassionate support workers looking for consistent hours. If interested, please get in touch as soon as possible

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and detail-focused Business Support & Intelligence Officer to join a busy Community Safety operational team on behalf of our public sector client. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive team environment, with a minimum of one office-based day per week at offices in Torquay. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting operational delivery through accurate data analysis, reporting, and business support functions. Key Responsibilities of a Business Suppot & Intelligence Officer: Support the effective delivery of Community Safety operational case management and service delivery systems. Provide business support across service areas including: Licensing Food & Safety Trading Standards Neighbourhoods Housing Standards Compile, analyse, and interpret statistical and performance information to identify trends and support service improvement. Undertake analytical preparation,...

We are looking for an Insurance Manager to join a supportive and high-performing Finance team within a local authority environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced insurance professional with strong claims, procurement, and risk management knowledge, who is confident working independently and advising a wide range of stakeholders. As Insurance Manager, you will take ownership of the organisation’s insurance function, supporting risk management activity, managing claims, and ensuring effective insurance arrangements are in place across the organisation. Benefits Hybrid working arrangement Flexible working approach 3 month contract with potential of extension  Generous Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Competitive annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays Supportive and collaborative Finance team environment Training and professional development opportunities Opportunity to influence risk and insurance strategy Meaningful public sector role with real...

Our client, a tier 1 Main Contractor having won a significant civil engineering project in South Devon and are now looking for an experienced Project Manager. The ideal candidate will be contractually astute, having completed at least one coastal scheme previously. This is a double tide contract so the PM will sit on site day shift to client liaise and ensure smooth running / co ordination of Barges, rock drops etc. in line with MMO to supply onshore sub contractor, plus some smaller civils elements to complete involving piling / concrete and some insitu stairs. The role involves Management and coordination multiple stakeholders, this is a high profile site, lots of public interface and media interest. other duties include short and medium term planning, overseeing quality control etc. to ensure the productive, efficient and safe progress of site activities and quality. The selected PM will be from an Engineering background, have a relevant Civil Engineering qualification and...

Self Employed Enforcement Agent Location: Devon (1-2 days per week) The Role As a Certificated Enforcement Agent, you will be responsible for attending residential and commercial addresses to enforce court orders and recover outstanding debts on behalf of local authority clients. Your duties will include: * Visiting addresses within your allocated area to execute warrants and court orders * Assessing debtors’ financial circumstances and gathering relevant income information * Assisting debtors with completing financial documentation where required * Securing payment in full or negotiating realistic repayment arrangements * Conducting professional and discreet enquiries when debtors have vacated properties * Identifying vulnerable individuals and referring them to appropriate support services * Liaising with internal teams regarding active cases and case updates * Managing and recording payments, receipts, and related documentation accurately *...

TeacherActive are proud to be working with a large number of Secondary Schools across Torquay.  We are actively recruiting for Cover Supervisors to support our school network with quality and consistent staff. Our Cover Supervisors play a vital role in schools, whether on a day to day, long-term or permanent basis. The role of a Cover Supervisor doesn’t include planning and preparation, however strong communication and classroom management skills are a must. The successful Cover Supervisor will have: CACHE LEVEL 2/3 OR 6 months experience Be confident in their ability to manage a class of students within the age range 11 to 16+ Be able to manage behaviour in the classroom to ensure students remain engaged Be flexible to work throughout the school within different departments and with different age ranges daily In return for the above you can expect to receive: A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process Guaranteed Payment Scheme...

Special Needs Teaching Assistant (Term-Time) – Torbay Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs? We’re recruiting a Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support a specialist school in Torbay. This role offers a fulfilling opportunity to work closely with pupils who have a range of special educational needs, helping them to access learning, develop skills and thrive in a safe, supportive environment. Location: Torquay (specialist setting supporting pupils with SEN) ⏰ Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term-time) Pay: £92.63 – £105.36 per day (based on experience) – 6.5 hours per day (30 min unpaid lunch) Contact: (url removed) Call: (phone number removed) About the Role As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant you will: Support pupils’ learning: Assist classroom teachers by helping pupils access lessons, participate in activities, and work towards their individual goals. Adapt and deliver support:...

TeacherActive are proud to be working with a large number of Secondary Schools across Ashburton.  We are actively recruiting for Cover Supervisors to support our school network with quality and consistent staff. Our Cover Supervisors play a vital role in schools, whether on a day to day, long-term or permanent basis. The role of a Cover Supervisor doesn’t include planning and preparation, however strong communication and classroom management skills are a must. The successful Cover Supervisor will have: CACHE LEVEL 2/3 OR 6 months experience Be confident in their ability to manage a class of students within the age range 11 to 16+ Be able to manage behaviour in the classroom to ensure students remain engaged Be flexible to work throughout the school within different departments and with different age ranges daily In return for the above you can expect to receive: A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process Guaranteed Payment Scheme...

Exciting Opportunity: Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Dawlish! Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people? Do you have the dedication, patience, and compassion to support students with special needs? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you! Position: Special Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Special Needs School, Dawlish Age Group: Secondary-Aged Pupils About the Role: We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team in Dawlish. Our school provides specialized education for secondary-aged students with a range of special educational needs, including: Autism Asperger's Syndrome ADHD Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in offering personalized support to our students, helping them to reach their full potential in a supportive and inclusive...

TeacherActive are proud to be working with a large number of Secondary Schools across Dawlish.  We are actively recruiting for Cover Supervisors to support our school network with quality and consistent staff. Our Cover Supervisors play a vital role in schools, whether on a day to day, long-term or permanent basis. The role of a Cover Supervisor doesn’t include planning and preparation, however strong communication and classroom management skills are a must. The successful Cover Supervisor will have: CACHE LEVEL 2/3 OR 6 months experience Be confident in their ability to manage a class of students within the age range 11 to 16+ Be able to manage behaviour in the classroom to ensure students remain engaged Be flexible to work throughout the school within different departments and with different age ranges daily In return for the above you can expect to receive: A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process Guaranteed Payment Scheme...

£17ph – £1000 End of Contract Bonus - Paid Training – No Multi-Drop Temporary Summer Contracts | June-September 2026 Locations: Exeter, Preston, Carlisle and Ilton Tired of multi-drop driving? Want an HGV role where every day is different? Freshly-passed? We are recruiting HGV Class 2 Recovery Drivers for the UK’s leading breakdown and recovery organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity to combine your driving skills with helping people who have broken down at the roadside. No recovery experience needed. Full paid training provided. Why Apply: • Newly qualified drivers considered (Driving Assessment required before offer made) • £17.00 per hour with overtime hours and extra shifts available • £1,000 completion bonus at end of contract • Paid industry-leading training • Company uniform provided • No multi-drop deliveries • No waiting at loading bays • Every day is different • Potential permanent opportunities available win some areas working for the prestigious...