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  • Devon Young Carers South Coasteering days

    Devon Young Carers South Coasteering days

    Over two incredible days, our Young Carers took on an epic coasteering challenge at Fishcombe Cove, Brixham, and what a splashing success it was! Read more

  • Devon Young Carers Enjoy Nature, Friendship and Fun at Farm Residential

    Devon Young Carers Enjoy Nature, Friendship and Fun at Farm Residential

    Over the May half term, twelve of our young carers enjoyed a much-needed two-night residential stay at the beautiful Magdalen Farm in Dorset. Read more

  • Meet Carer Ambassador - Laura

    Meet Carer Ambassador - Laura

    Laura tells us how she became a volunteer carer Ambassador for Devon Carers at Westbank. Read more

  • Meet kitchen volunteer - Steve

    Meet kitchen volunteer - Steve

    Steve tells us why he joined Westbank as a volunteer and how it has helped him gain confidence. Read more

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Devon Young Carers Enjoy a Wild Day Out at Wildside

Devon Young Carers Enjoy a Wild Day Out at Wildside

Our Devon Young Carers recently spent a fun-filled day at Wildside in the Blackdown Hills, where they enjoyed a wonderful mix of nature, adventure, laughter, and new experiences. Read more

Published: 12th November, 2025

Author: Hannah Hocking

Be a Ranger for a Day for Devon Young Carers

Be a Ranger for a Day for Devon Young Carers

At the end of October, a group of Devon Young Carers from North Devon were given a wonderful opportunity to “Be a Ranger for a Day” with the National Trust, a special experience generously offered free of charge. Read more

Published: 12th November, 2025

Author: Hannah Hocking

Cooking Up Confidence at Westbank

Cooking Up Confidence at Westbank

We were thrilled to recently welcome a wonderful group of Young Carers to the Community Cookery School at Westbank for a fun, hands-on workshop all about creating a healthy, nutritious meal Read more

Published: 16th October, 2025

Author: Hannah Hocking

Devon Young Carers South Coasteering days

Devon Young Carers South Coasteering days

Over two incredible days, our Young Carers took on an epic coasteering challenge at Fishcombe Cove, Brixham, and what a splashing success it was! Read more

Published: 15th September, 2025

Updated: 15th October, 2025

Author: Hannah Hocking

Devon Young Carers Enjoy Nature, Friendship and Fun at Farm Residential

Devon Young Carers Enjoy Nature, Friendship and Fun at Farm Residential

Over the May half term, twelve of our young carers enjoyed a much-needed two-night residential stay at the beautiful Magdalen Farm in Dorset. Read more

Published: 9th July, 2025

Updated: 15th October, 2025

Author: Hannah Hocking

Meet Carer Ambassador - Laura

Meet Carer Ambassador - Laura

Laura tells us how she became a volunteer carer Ambassador for Devon Carers at Westbank. Read more

Published: 28th May, 2025

Updated: 29th May, 2025

Author: Hannah Hocking

Meet kitchen volunteer - Steve

Meet kitchen volunteer - Steve

Steve tells us why he joined Westbank as a volunteer and how it has helped him gain confidence. Read more

Published: 28th May, 2025

Author: Hannah Hocking

Sue tells us about her role as a Volunteer for the Community Cookery School.

To celebrate Volunteers Week 2024 taking place from 3rd to 7th June we are showcasing some of our amazing volunteer's stories. Here Sue tells us more about her role as a Volunteer for the Community Cookery School. Read more

Published: 2nd June, 2024

Updated: 28th May, 2025

Author: Hannah Hocking

Tony tells us about his role as a Volunteer for our Brunch Club.

To celebrate Volunteers Week 2024 taking place from 3rd to 7th June we are showcasing some of our amazing volunteer's stories. Here Tony tells us more about his role as a Volunteer for our Brunch Club. Read more

Published: 2nd June, 2024

Updated: 28th May, 2025

Author: Hannah Hocking

Hollie tells us about her role as a Volunteer for Devon Carers.

To celebrate Volunteers Week 2024 taking place from 3rd to 7th June we are showcasing some of our amazing volunteer's stories. Hollie tells us about her role as a Volunteer for Devon Carers. Read more

Published: 2nd June, 2024

Updated: 28th May, 2025

Author: Hannah Hocking

Meet Westbank Cafe Volunteer – Ros Kukor

Meet Westbank Cafe Volunteer – Ros Kukor

Volunteer Ros, tells us why she felt it was important to give something back and use her time meaningfully by volunteering at Westbank. Read more

Published: 23rd May, 2024

Updated: 28th May, 2025

Author: Hannah Hocking

Meet Westbank Walk Leader Volunteer – Judi Thomas

Meet Westbank Walk Leader Volunteer – Judi Thomas

As a volunteer for Westbank, Judi is a wellbeing walks co-ordinator, walk leader and walk leader trainer in Bampton. Find out more about her role. Read more

Published: 23rd May, 2024

Updated: 28th May, 2025

Author: Hannah Hocking

Meet Westbank Volunteer, Isaac

Meet Westbank Volunteer, Isaac

As a volunteer for Westbank, Isaac works at our Healthy Living Centre in Exminster supporting people in the day centre. Find out more about Isaac's role. Read more

Published: 22nd May, 2024

Updated: 28th May, 2025

Author: Hannah Hocking

Adam supports Westbank by volunteering, can you?

Adam supports Westbank by volunteering, can you?

As part of UK Volunteers Week, 1 - 7 June. We've launched a campaign to recruit more volunteers to our army of award-winning helpers. Hear why Adam volunteers, and how volunteering supports him too. Read more

Published: 30th May, 2022

Updated: 28th May, 2025

Author: Hannah Hocking

Location: Farm House Rise, Exminster, Exminster, EX6 8AT

Chris supports Westbank by volunteering, can you?

Chris supports Westbank by volunteering, can you?

As part of UK Volunteers Week, 1 - 7 June. We've launched a campaign to recruit more volunteers to our army of award-winning helpers. Hear why Chris volunteers. Read more

Published: 30th May, 2022

Updated: 28th May, 2025

Author: Hannah Hocking

Location: Farm House Rise, Exminster, Exminster, EX6 8AT

Neighbourhood Friends: Beryl and Janet

Neighbourhood Friends: Beryl and Janet

Volunteer helps Beryl to get out and about and find friendship Read more

Published: 17th February, 2020

Updated: 7th May, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

Living Well Taking Control: Francis

Living Well Taking Control: Francis

At the end of the one-year programme Francis is no longer pre-diabetic. Read more

Published: 10th February, 2020

Updated: 18th February, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

Cardiac rehabilitation: Trevor

Cardiac rehabilitation: Trevor

Cardiac rehabilitation at its best Read more

Published: 3rd February, 2020

Updated: 6th March, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

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  • Caretaker

    Caretaker

    Rate of pay: £6,760 pro rata (£25,012 FTE per annum)
    Hours per week: 10 hrs per week (Monday to Friday, 06:30–08:30)
    Location: Westbank, Exminster
    Contract: Permanent

  • Peer Support Group: Parents With Dementia

    Peer Support Group: Parents With Dementia

    An opportunity to meet up with other carers in a friendly and supportive space.

  • Peer Support Group: Ivybridge

    Peer Support Group: Ivybridge

    An opportunity to meet up with other carers in a friendly and supportive space.

  • Peer Support Group: Mental Health Evening

    Peer Support Group: Mental Health Evening

    An opportunity to meet up with other carers in a friendly and supportive space.

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  • Gym

    Gym

    GET FIT | GIVE BACK
    Take out a gym membership at Devon-based charity Westbank and help other people through our charitable aims

  • Neighbourhood Friends

    Neighbourhood Friends

    Neighbourhood Friends is a flexible and responsive support service focussed on avoiding hospital admissions and reducing hospital stays.

  • Health Walks

    Health Walks

    Did you know we offer 12,000 Health Walk places across 24 locations in Devon, offering the chance to explore the outdoors, get to know the local area and meet new friends?

    Walks are accessible to all and range from Short Level 1 - Up to 30 minutes, to Long Level 3 - 60 to 90 minutes.

    All walks are led by our fully trained Volunteer Walk Leaders.

  • Holiday Club

    Holiday Club

    Open Monday to Friday in all school holidays (excluding the time between Christmas and New Year and Bank Holidays)
    for children aged 3 to 11 years

  • Exminster

    Exminster

    Healthy Living Centre

  • The Community Cookery School

    The Community Cookery School

    Our purpose-built teaching kitchen offers a range of courses for those who wish to gain knowledge, skills and confidence in cooking whilst learning to create healthy, cost-effective meals to suit their lifestyle.

  • Am I a young carer?

    Am I a young carer?

    Do you look after someone? Do they have an illness, disability, frailty, mental health problem, or drug/alcohol addiction? Would they struggle to cope without your support? Are you under 18? If yes – you are a Young Carer!

  • Patient Transport

    Patient Transport

    Our patient transport service enables people to attend their healthcare appointments and exercise and rehabilitation classes.

    In 2023, our Patient Transport Services Team supported over 3,200 referrals.

  • About Westbank

    About Westbank

    We work to empower and improve the health of communities and individuals across Devon and to become a voluntary sector leader for development and innovation across Devon and the southwest region.

  • GymClusive

    GymClusive

    Westbank’s inclusive community gym, GymClusive offers a variety of ways to exercise for disabled people, those with long-term health conditions or injuries and those with reduced mobility.

Caretaker

Caretaker

Rate of pay: £6,760 pro rata (£25,012 FTE per annum)
Hours per week: 10 hrs per week (Monday to Friday, 06:30–08:30)
Location: Westbank, Exminster
Contract: Permanent Read more

Published: 19th June, 2026

Author: Andra Patriche

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