Groundwork is now recruiting Green Doctor Trainees, via a brand new scheme that aims to encourage diverse talent to join the environment sector.
Through a 12-month paid work placement, Trainees will be provided with the training, skills and experience needed to deliver energy efficiency advice and support to people who are in fuel poverty in their local community.
Trainees will join ourGreen Doctorteams who are helping residents stay warm, stay well, and save money on household bills. We offer free, impartial advice to help people take control of their bills, save energy in the home, and access other services and initiatives available.
No experience is necessary – just an appetite to learn, a motivation to help others, and an interest in pursuing a career in this field. We’re particularly interested in receiving applications from people who arefrom ethnically diverse backgrounds, who are living with a disability, or who are not currently in employment.
Once the training has been completed, duties and responsibilities will include:
Deliver a schedule of home visits, telephone advice and community advice events for vulnerable residents to help reduce energy usage, save money and stay warm. Ensure all appointments, events and commitments are attended on time, and service users or partner organisations are informed in a timely manner if this isn’t possible.
Complete and record all customer contact and assessment information on a database, ensuring accurate and detailed records are ready to be reported by the Trust to funders.
Demonstrate excellent customer service skills and a friendly and positive attitude to all clients. Adapt your communication style as appropriate to tailor to a broad range of audiences, cultures and perspectives.
Maintain a good awareness of our partner networks to ensure we are referring service users to other appropriate organisations and schemes which can assist with their needs.
Keep up to date with changes in energy advice and the energy market through relevant news articles or internal communications to ensure your advice and practice is effective and informed.
Advocate and liaise for householders with appropriate third parties to ensure customers receive the best possible deal for their requirements.
Deliver general promotion of the project, including attending or presenting at events and workshops in the community both face to face and virtually.
Ability to work independently to previously agreed goals and targets with a minimum of level of supervision.
Where appropriate, install basic energy saving measures within the home as necessary, such LED light bulbs, draught excluders, and setting heating controls.
To ensure the proper use and good order of tools, material, equipment, vehicles and supporting administrative systems.
Occasionally assist with administrative duties such as booking appointments as required.
Play an active role in the team, promote a positive image of Groundwork and represent Groundwork as required at meetings.
To comply with Groundwork’s’ Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities, Safeguarding and GDPR policies at all times.
Any other reasonable duties as required by the Trust or line manager.
Occasional out of hours work (evening or weekend) work may be required.
This role is subject to an enhanced disclosure endorsed by the Disclosure and Barring service and driving license check.
Location
Sheffield
Type of Contract
Full Time
Hours
37
Closing Date
18-08-2025
How to Apply
Please fill in the Microsoft Forms link listed below
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