A Budleigh Salterton school has announced that its defibrillator is now available for everyone in the community.

St Peter's School, in Moor Lane, has relocated the life-saving device to outside its premises, making it accessible for all.

The school said the move was facilitated by the charity Jay's Aim, which provided a secure cabinet and signage.

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Year 6 pupils Esme, Lexi, Reuben and Alfie celebrate the defibrillator move (Image: St Peter's School) The charity's mission is to reduce the number of young people in the South West who die from sudden cardiac arrest.

It achieves this by distributing equipment, providing life-saving training and running awareness campaigns.

The defibrillator can now be found in a cabinet outside the school, just by the small green gate, next to the caretaker's shed.

In the event of a cardiac emergency, anyone can access it by following the instructions provided on the cabinet.

In a statement, the school said: "We are thrilled to be able to share this vital resource with our community and encourage everyone to take note of its location.

"With quick action, the defibrillator can help save lives."

The school has also thanked Jay's Aim for their support in making the community safer.

More information about Jay's Aim and its work can be found at jaysaim.co.uk.