Westward Housing Group
Trainee Development Officer
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Agile working with designated office in Newton Abbot
Permanent
£30,050 per annum
Exciting new opportunity
Help shape the future of affordable homes
We're growing our Development Team and looking for a curious, organised and motivated Trainee Development Officer to join us. This is an exciting opportunity to learn how new affordable homes are planned, funded, built and handed over to the people who need them.
You'll work alongside experienced colleagues, to help prepare project information, and play a part in creating places where communities can thrive. You do not need to know everything on day one - we're looking for potential, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.
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- Learn how affordable housing development works from the inside.
- Support projects from early ideas through to completed homes.
- Build skills in planning, project coordination, communication and customer focus.
- Join a supportive team that values fresh thinking, collaboration and inclusion.
The benefits of working for Westward include:
- A competitive annual salary of £30,050 for working 36.25 hours per week
- Work from home setup
- 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Healthcare plan with retail discount scheme
- Company pension scheme with matched contributions up to 10%
- Colleague and team recognition awards
- Training opportunities
- Current HMRC rates for mileage
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To view the job description and person specification please click here. If you would like to come and work for Westward, please apply today by completing and submitting your online application via our vacancies page.
Closing date: 20th July 2026
Interview date: 30th July and 31st July 2026 in person at Templar House, Collett Way, Newton Abbot
We aim to promote an inclusive environment, which attracts people from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences to advance the service we provide, for the benefit of all our employees and communities we support.
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