Job Description
One in four of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We’re here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses. Together we will be unstoppable.
The Community Energy Adviser will deliver energy support sessions in local communities, empowering individuals and families through workshops and one-to-one support. The focus will be on assisting those facing challenges with their energy needs by providing practical advice, support, and advocacy on energy conservation, switching providers, and accessing grants or benefits.
Fixed term until March 2026.
Part time - 20 hours a week
The hours for this role will be varied over shift patterns from 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday and may also include some Saturdays.
Location: Scope's London office and remote working is offered around meetings and workshops.
The role will require travelling in London and the surrounding area.
The Role
In this role you will be:
* Planning and delivering engaging and informative energy support workshops within local communities, tailoring content to meet the diverse needs of attendees.
* Providing one-to-one support to individuals requiring more in-depth assistance, including conducting home energy assessments and offering tailored advice.
* Collaborating with local organisations and stakeholders to identify and reach out to communities and individuals who would benefit most from energy advice and support.
* Developing and distributing educational materials on energy saving, bill management, and the benefits of renewable energy sources.
* Tracking and evaluating the impact of community sessions and one-to-one interventions, adjusting strategies to improve outreach and support effectiveness.
* Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of energy sector developments, including changes in legislation, available grants, and best practices in energy conservation.
For more information about the role’s responsibilities, and the skills and experience required please use the apply link to go to the job description.
About You
* You will have excellent communication skills both verbal and written to be able to support communities and individuals who would benefit most from energy advice and support.
* You will be able to plan and deliver engaging and informative energy support workshops within local communities, tailoring content to meet the diverse needs of attendees.
* You will be able to show empathy and be able to respond positively to change while being able to deal effectively with conflicting priorities will allow to succeed within this role. The service will help customers through their unfair extra costs and additional vulnerability to fuel poverty.
* It is essential that you have a good working knowledge of IT including Microsoft Office Products
* You will bring drive and enthusiasm to your role and can demonstrate that you care passionately about improving the lives of disabled people and their families. It is desirable that you have a good knowledge of Energy and Utilities advice.
Please make sure you explain in your application, with examples, how you can meet these important skills.
We ask you to show an appreciation of Scope’s values and our ambition of everyday equality for disabled people.
Our values are being pioneering, courageous, connected, open and fair
By living our values and trusting each other, we give our colleagues freedom and space to be creative, push boundaries and change minds.
How to apply
Click the apply button to create an account and complete your application form.
We welcome all applications by 11:59pm GMT on Thursday 17 July 2025.