We are hiring! Home Energy Advisor Trainee

Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week. 12 month fixed term contract.
Salary: National living wage.
Location: A focus on Wellingborough, with county-wide coverage.

Closing date: Friday 12th December 2025

About the role

The Green Doctor Trainee will work alongside our experienced Green Doctors to help residents use energy efficiently, reduce bills, and to stay warm and well in their homes. The role will include supporting customers by telephone, travelling in the local area to deliver home energy visits, fitting small energy-saving measures (sometimes involving working at height), and taking part in promotional activities to spread the word about our service.

You will learn how to use equipment and tools, gather and record data accurately, and ultimately provide high-quality advice to help people who are most in need.

Key responsibilities

Drive referrals by raising awareness of our services, breaking down barriers to engagement, and creating effective referral pathways
Work particularly closely with BAME communities, consulting with residents and organisations to understand challenges and co-design solutions that increase service uptake
Work alongside our Family Support Officer, Children & Young People’s Engagement Officer, and Community Champions
Help ensure our delivery is consistent, inclusive, and impactful
Build and sustain partnerships with local community groups and organisations
Act as a bridge between local communities and our Green Doctor service

What we’re looking for

We are seeking an individual who is motivated to develop a career in the energy advice sector, and who is committed to supporting vulnerable people to act more sustainably, to stay warm and well in their homes, and to reduce their household bills.

The ideal candidate would be approachable, professional and motivated to learn. We’ll help you to gain the technical qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience needed, provided you commit to a structured programme of learning alongside other Trainees.

The role will involve working in communities and supporting vulnerable people in their homes, so interpersonal skills and a commitment to working safely and responsibly will be critical. As part of a small team, communication and team-working skills will be essential, as well a willingness to travel to support customers within an agreed geographical area.

How to apply

For the full job pack or to submit your CV please email: nathan.wearn-hutter@groundwork.org.uk

Or you can complete the application form here: https://forms.office.com/e/aqknKMZp7P

We welcome informal conversations about this role. If you’d like to discuss the position before applying, please get in touch using the email above.