Sustainable Construction & Retrofit Trainer/Assessor

Easterseals; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading green skills training organization is seeking a Sustainable Construction and Retrofit Trainer and Assessor with expertise in building fabric. The role involves delivering high-quality training and assessments across various qualifications, contributing to the strategic development of training programs, and supporting Scotland's retrofit workforce. Candidates should possess a strong industry background and understanding of fabric-first principles. Competitive salary and flexible working opportunities offered.

Benefits

Opportunities for flexible working

Career development and CPD

Qualifications

• Proven industry background in insulation or construction retrofit.
• Strong understanding of fabric-first retrofit principles and PAS 2035.
• Experience with nature-based or bio-based materials.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and high-quality training across building fabric qualifications.
• Provide workplace assessment and on-site verification.
• Guide learners through practical and theory-based learning.

Skills

Industry background in insulation or construction retrofit

Understanding of fabric-first retrofit principles

Experience with nature-based materials

Links with retrofit and construction sector

Education

Qualified assessor (A1, L&D9DI or equivalent)

Experience delivering SVQs/NVQs

Job description

Sustainable Construction and Retrofit Trainer and Assessor (building fabric-focused)

Salary: £40,000–£50,000, depending on experience

Location: Central Scotland base with regular travel across the UK for workplace assessment and delivery

Join The Verdancy Group, a leading force in green skills training and sustainability consultancy.

As a trusted voice in sustainability and green skills, we’re supporting the UK’s transition to net zero by building the capabilities needed for long-term environmental change. At The Verdancy Group, we believe climate goals and skills goals go hand in hand. We\'re here to close the green skills gap and help people into meaningful, future-ready careers, from retrofit and renewables to sustainability and circular economy roles.

Overview

Shape the UK’s Green Skills Transition. We are seeking a talented and experienced professional to deliver our sustainable construction and retrofit programmes, with a key focus on fabric-first approaches. This role is ideal for someone with in-depth practical and industry knowledge who can deliver high-quality training and contribute to the strategic development of our offerings in this space.

You will deliver and assess regulated and employer-led qualifications, mentor learners on and off-site, and shape the future direction of Verdancy\'s training in insulation systems, fabric upgrades, and nature-based retrofit solutions. You will play a vital role in supporting Scotland and the UK's retrofit workforce in meeting the growing demand.

What you'll be doing

• Deliver safe and high-quality training and assessment across building fabric and insulation qualifications (e.g. SVQs/NVQs, SCQF awards).
• Provide workplace assessment and on-site verification as required by awarding bodies
• Develop and update course materials with a focus on fabric-first and bio-based approaches
• Guide learners through practical and theory-based learning, from site operatives to experienced workers.
• Contribute to the strategic development of Verdancy\'s insulation and building fabric offer, including industry engagement.
• Maintain quality assurance and internal verification standards.
• Represent Verdancy in stakeholder and partnership meetings related to fabric retrofit and green construction skills.

What you'll bring

Essential

• Proven industry background and occupational competence in insulation, building fabric upgrades, or construction retrofit.
• Strong understanding of fabric-first retrofit principles and PAS 2035.
• Experience with nature-based or bio-based materials.
• Strong links with the retrofit and construction sector, ideally with employer engagement experience.

Desirable

• Qualified assessor (A1, L&D9DI or equivalent) and verifier (IQA) with recent delivery experience.
• Experience delivering and assessing SVQs/NVQs or other construction-related qualifications.
• Familiarity with workplace and experienced worker assessment.
• Experience contributing to course design, quality assurance, and resource development.
• Able to adapt content for different audiences, from early career learners to experienced tradespeople.

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to a high-priority skills area with national demand.
• Shape Verdancy\'s training and assessment offer in insulation and fabric retrofit.
• Support innovation and best practice in retrofit skills delivery.
• Be part of a growing, values-driven organisation with a strong industry reputation.
• Opportunities for flexible working, CPD, and career development.

Ready to make your expertise count? Apply now and help build the UK’s retrofit capability—one learner, one project, and one standard at a time.