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Trainee Environmental Health Officer
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Coventry City Council
The Role
The Trainee Environmental Health Officer role provides a structured development opportunity for an individual working towards becoming a fully qualified Environmental Health Officer. The post holder will receive training and practical experience while supporting the team to investigate complaints, inspect privately rented homes, provide advice to residents and property owners, gather evidence and assist with enforcement activity where legal standards are not met. Working under the supervision of experienced officers, the trainee will develop the knowledge, skills and professional competence required to deliver regulatory services that help protect public health, improve housing conditions and support safe communities.
Requirements
All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual, with three or more years' relevant experience in an environmental, housing or regulatory based setting; who is committed to developing a career in Environmental Health and improving the quality and safety of housing. The successful candidate will have strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills, the ability to work with a wide range of residents, businesses and partner organisations, and the willingness to balance academic study with practical workplace learning. We are seeking someone who is keen to learn, able to work both independently and as part of a team, and committed to developing the knowledge, skills and professional competence required to become a fully qualified Environmental Health Officer.
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As this role is linked to the University of Wolverhampton's Environmental Health Degree Apprenticeship, applicants must be eligible for admission to the University's programme as a condition of appointment. This normally requires one of the following:
- 3 Levels at grades CCC or above
- A BTEC Extended Diploma at grades MMM or above
- An Access to Higher Education Diploma (60 credits), with at least 45 credits at Level 3 and achieved at Merit standard or above.
- An equivalent Level 3 qualification, such as a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Environmental Health or a related subject.
Applicants should also hold GCSE English Language and Mathematics at Grade 4 (formerly Grade C) or above, or an equivalent qualification. Candidates who do not currently hold these qualifications must be able to achieve an approved Level 2 English and Mathematics qualification before completion of the apprenticeship programme.
Please note: Appointment to this post will be conditional upon the successful candidate meeting the University of Wolverhampton's entry requirements, being accepted onto the Environmental Health Degree Apprenticeship programme, and being available to commence the University's induction and study programme from September 2026.
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Application Process
If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our accessibility page to see how we can assist you.
- Need help completing your application form? The Job Shop can support you. You can email them at jobshopemploymentsupport@coventry.gov.uk or visit the Job Shop in person, please see their webpage for more information.
- For all other queries, contact Resourcing@coventry.gov.uk.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:
- Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
- Are currently in care or have previously been in care
- If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition
For full details on the application process please read the attached document labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.
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Interview date: MONDAY 17 AUGUST 2026 ONLY
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