Trainee Environmental Health Officer

North West Leicestershire District Council; Coalville; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading council is offering an 8-month fixed-term opportunity for a Trainee Environmental Health Officer. This role provides hands-on experience while studying and allows candidates to engage with the community, ensuring that residents feel supported. The position includes a competitive salary, agile working, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

34 days holiday (pro rata)

Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee benefits programme

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Final year student of an Environmental Health degree.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Passionate about community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Environmental Protection Team.
• Engage with residents and external agencies.
• Address community issues from the residents' perspective.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Work Ethic

Education

Environmental Health Degree

Job description

Trainee Environmental Health Officer – 8 month fixed-term contract

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? If you're in your final year studying an Environmental Health degree course, this is your chance to gain hands-on experience and develop your skills and knowledge as a Trainee Environmental Health Officer working within our Environmental Protection Team.

We’re looking for an excellent organiser who can work effectively within the team and communicate with a variety of external agencies, organisations and residents as well as colleagues. You will have an excellent work ethic and will be passionate about making sure residents feel valued because you will see the issues through their eyes.

• 36.25 hrs per week with an annual salary of £24,027 - £25,183 (pro rata to length of contract)

• Agile working scheme with a combination of home and office working

• 34 days holiday (including bank holidays) (pro rata to length of contract)

• Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with at least 25% employer’s contribution

• Employee benefits programme’ including payback on medical, dental and optical expenses

• Continued training and development opportunities

Interested...? Take a look at the job pack online or please feel free to get in touch with Minna Scott (Public Protection Team Leader) at [e-mail] or 01530 454575, who will be happy to discuss this important and exciting role. Previous applicants need not apply

You can apply for any of our posts online at https://www.nwleics.gov.uk/pages/jobs_and_careers

Applications must be made using the on-line application process.

Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing Date: Sunday 3 August 2025