This local skills plan for Devon sets out the key actions that sector stakeholders within the region are committed to delivering.

Created by using a range of insight and data, the plan reflects the current needs of education providers, employers and other key organisations in the sport and physical activity sector in Devon.

It aligns with broader regional strategies and initiatives to contribute to a healthy and active community supported by a representative, inclusive and skilled workforce.

The plan is divided into the following recommendations:

Develop education partnerships

Develop a pipeline of skilled candidates through strategic partnerships between local education providers. 

Enhance training and development 

Improve the quality and accessibility of training and development opportunities to meet local sector needs. 

Strengthen networks 

Strengthen support networks and provide a collaborative environment for all sector employees and employers – with a particular focus on sole traders, micro-enterprises and SMEs. 

Enhance retention strategies  

Increase sector workforce retention by improving career progression transparency and supporting continuous professional development.  

Align with the health sector  

Support preventive care with sport and physical activity through a well-qualified workforce.