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Are you ready to protect public health and shape a cleaner, healthier community? Join the award-winning Cheltenham Borough Council as an Environmental Health Officer!

Location: Municipal Offices, Promenade, Cheltenham GL50 9SA

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: £35,412 - £42,845 per annum

Closing date: 16 Jul 2026

Come and work for an award-winning organisation!

We are an ambitious and forward-thinking council. We are committed to making Cheltenham a better place to live and work, enabling communities and businesses to thrive whilst protecting what is good about our town.

We aim to be an employer of choice where everyone is treated fairly and feels valued and respected. We aim to provide a stimulating and rewarding working environment that encourages our people to work together, provides opportunities for them to reach their full potential and achieve a healthy work/life balance.

Working at Cheltenham Borough Council means working as part of a committed, professional, and friendly team.

Environmental Health Officer - The Role:

Help shape a cleaner, healthier Cheltenham. We re looking for a motivated Environmental Health Officer to join our Environmental Protection team and protect public health across the borough.

The post will be appointed at Technical Officer or Environmental Health Officer level, depending on your qualifications and experience. We welcome applications from graduates working towards registration and from experienced officers.

You will help us improve an important service that supports the environment and the local economy. The work is varied and includes home working, visits and inspections. You will work well with others, communicate clearly, and take initiative.

Environmental Health Officer Key Responsibilities:

- Manage air quality monitoring including sampling and overseeing continuous air quality analysers and passive diffusion tubes

- Investigate and respond to complaints relating to statutory nuisance from construction sites, entertainment venues, commercial and domestic premises and other sources

- Regulate private water supplies in accordance with the Water Industry Act and ensure compliance with drinking water standards

- Examine plans for proposed buildings, developments and licensing applications and provide statutory responses

- Lead on environmental protection functions for events and represent the team at safety advisory groups

- Prepare prosecution files for legal proceedings and present evidence at committee hearings

- Fulfil statutory duties under Public Health legislation

Environmental Health Officer You:

- Degree or equivalent qualification in Environmental Health or a related discipline, with professional registration with the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health or another recognised professional institute

- Demonstrable experience in a range of environmental health matters and the ability to apply professional judgement in varied and complex situations

- Experience working within a local authority or other enforcing authority, including using statutory powers appropriately

- Knowledge of key legislation, codes of practice and policies relevant to environmental health

- Experience of frequent contact with members of the public, including handling challenging and sensitive situations

Environmental Health Officer Benefits:

- An excellent pension scheme. You will be eligible to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

- A generous holiday entitlement of 26 days (pro rata) rising to 31 days (pro rata) after five years (excluding Bank Holidays)

- A flexible and agile working environment. We aim to provide opportunities to work from home or elsewhere and offer flexibility in working hours

- A comprehensive programme of learning and development

- Two days (pro rata) paid time off for volunteering

- Enhanced maternity and paternity schemes

- Access to free counselling services

- Upon successful completion of your probation period, you will then have access to our Healthcare Cashback Plan

- A cycle to work scheme

- Low-cost town centre parking

- A commitment to employee wellbeing

Closing date: 02 Jul 2026

To submit your application for this exciting Environmental Health Officer opportunity, please click on Apply now!

Role- Environmental Health Officer

Location- Midlands

Duration- 6 months +

Rate- dependent on experience

A client of mine working for a local authority is looking to hire an Interim Environmental Health Officer for the next 6 months due to a number of outstanding service requests, and a gap in their team due to a long standing permanent vacancy.

The role is full-time, 37 hours per week, but part-time can also be considered for the right candidate. Hybrid working is standard within this local authority, so it is expected that the candidate placed will be on site between 2-3 days each week depending on the workload.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Dealing with inspections relating to complaints such as noise, housing conditions, pollution and public health risks
• Inspecting and regulating the premises to ensure compliance with relevant legislation
• Provide guidance and education to businesses, landlords and the public on all environmental health
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate records in line with legal and organisational standards
• Work collaboratively with other departments, agencies and stakeholders
• Interviews are to be held within the next week and ideally the client will agree a start date within the next 2 weeks.

For more information, please contact Megan on (phone number removed) or email

Job Description: Environmental Health Officer

To undertake housing complaint work, regulation of housing standards and HMO licencing within Divisional policies and programmes and to meet statutory responsibilities.

To undertake specific responsibilities regarding the licensing and regulation of Mobile Home Sites.

To give advice and assistance to members of the public, trade and commerce in matters related to Environmental services in general. To undertake cross Divisional work as required.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Environmental Health Officer

• To investigate all relevant service requests in accordance with divisional procedures and ensure that remedial action is undertaken. To specifically carry out housing inspections and take enforcement action where necessary in accordance with relevant legislation.
• To carry out proactive and reactive inspections of properties in the area to identify unsatisfactory housing conditions and to prepare and serve statutory notices within delegated responsibilities and attend court where necessary.
• Provide advice to members of the public, tenants, landlords, businesses and other relevant groups to assist in compliance with legislation.
• To participate in the work involved in formulating and implementing the private sector housing strategy and to take the lead in parts as requested.
• To attend relevant meetings inside and outside the authority as the divisional representative with persons from a range of levels.
• Foster good relationships with other Officers in the Department, the London Fire Brigade, Housing Associations, Voluntary Agencies, etc, working with the same clients.
• Prepare, serve and enforce statutory notices within delegated responsibilities, prepare cases for legal proceedings in consultation with Line Manager and attend court where necessary.
• Provide specialist technical support and advice within the Division and to other authority departments as required.
• Provide expert EH advice on Planning Applications Consultations.
• To maintain accurate records of the activities undertaken to address complaints on the authority's Uniform IDOX document management system / complaints database.
• Undertake relevant promotional work and talks to residents and organisations as required.
• Maintain a current knowledge of relevant specialisms and to undertake further training as required.
• Take part in the training and instruction of trainees in the specialist areas of responsibility.
• To help formulate and participate in cross-Divisional work as required.
• Any other duties as necessary to maintain the efficiency and effectiveness of the service.
• A degree of flexible working including some work out of office hours.

Chartered Environmental Health Officer (Housing and Environmental Protection)

Hybrid Working Full-Time or Part-Time

Excellent Earning Potential Pay per report Flexible Workload Strong Administrative Support

Who We Are: The Athena Vibe

Athena is not your typical, slow-moving regulatory firm. Founded by an elite team with over 8 years of powerhouse national expertise, we are a fast-growing, close-knit force disrupting the environmental health space! We work hard, look out for each other like family, and firmly believe work should be fun, fair, and massively financially rewarding. We are expanding rapidly on a national scale, and we want a sharp, driven expert to join our thriving journey.

What You'll Actually Be Doing:

• Property disrepair: Dive into residential properties to hunt down defects, dampness, structural hazards, and category 1 and 2 risks.
• Tackle statutory nuisances: Investigate and report upon complex complaints regarding noise, smoke, odours, and environmental hazards.
• Enforce with confidence: Use the Environmental Protection Act and Housing Acts to issue notices that help our Solicitor clients get real results.
• Master complex claims: Investigate high-stakes housing condition claims, building bulletproof evidence files to protect standards.
• Be the expert voice: Build comprehensive reports to support our clients.

What You Bring to the Table:

• The Charter: Chartered Environmental Health Practitioner status (MCIEH or equivalent) is a must-have.
• The Brains: A Degree/MSc in Environmental Health or Housing, backed by sharp technical report-writing skills.
• The Know-How: Deep, practical mastery of the Environmental Protection Act and HHSRS.
• The Legal Edge: A proven track record of handling tough disrepair claims and statutory nuisance cases.
• The Energy: A resilient, problem-solving attitude with the confidence to handle tricky disputes.
• The Wheels: A valid driver's license and your own vehicle, ready to hit the road for field inspections.

The Perks and Rewards:

• Big Earnings: A highly competitive and rewarding financial / incentive structure.
• 100% Freedom: Say goodbye to soul-crushing office commutes. This is a fully remote, autonomous, field-based role. Our only requirement is reliability and honouring appointments.
• Friendly, supportive team: We will support you with a highly experienced office team who will make the most of your valuable time.

Ready to Join Us

If you are a Chartered EHO who wants the freedom of remote work, the backing of a fun, close-knit team, and a paycheque that reflects your worth, we want to hear from you.

Chartered Environmental Health Officer (Housing and Environmental Protection)

Hybrid Working Full-Time or Part-Time

Excellent Earning Potential Pay per report Flexible Workload Strong Administrative Support

Who We Are: The Athena Vibe

Athena is not your typical, slow-moving regulatory firm. Founded by an elite team with over 8 years of powerhouse national expertise, we are a fast-growing, clos click apply for full job details

Senior/Environmental Health Officer

Location: Harlow (4 days per week on site from September 2026)

Contract: Temporary Initial 3-Month Contract

Hours: Full Time

Rate: £45.00 - £50.00 per hour (Umbrella)

We are delighted to be supporting our client in the recruitment of an experienced Senior/Environmental Health Officer to join their Housing team on an initial 3-month temporary contract. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in improving housing standards, supporting enforcement activity, and helping the authority prepare for new legislative changes, including the implementation of the Renters' Rights Act 2025.

you will be responsible a range of private sector housing enforcement functions, including:

• Carrying out Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) inspections.
• Serving Improvement Notices and undertaking housing enforcement activities.
• Managing Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) licensing.
• Issuing civil penalties and supporting legal prosecutions where required.
• Supporting and mentoring housing trainees within the team.
• Assisting with the implementation of new housing legislation, including the Renters' Rights Act 2025 and associated regulatory requirements.
• Contributing to the council's commitment to maintaining high housing standards and regulatory compliance.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous Environmental Health experience within a Local Authority, particularly in Private Sector Housing.
• Practical experience of HHSRS inspections, HMO licensing, housing enforcement, and statutory notices.
• A strong understanding of relevant housing legislation and enforcement procedures.
• Excellent communication, report writing, and case management skills.
• The ability to work independently while supporting colleagues and trainees.

Desirable

• Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health (or equivalent qualification).
• Registration with the Environmental Health Registration Board (EHRB).

If you're an experienced Environmental Health Officer with a background in Private Sector Housing and Local Authority enforcement, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to discuss this opportunity further.

To find out more information please contact Lily at (url removed)

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.

Environmental Health Officer (Private Sector Housing)

Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire

Working Pattern: 3 days per week in office

Rate: £55 per hour

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Environmental Health Officer to take a leading role in delivering private sector housing regulation and enforcement functions. This is a complex and varied position involving criminal investigations, legal case preparation, and enforcement action to improve housing standards and protect tenants rights. You will play a key role in driving improvements in resident health, safety, and wellbeing through effective enforcement of housing legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex criminal investigations involving multiple offences, including interviewing suspects under caution and handling evidence in accordance with the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984
• Prepare detailed reports, witness statements, and legal correspondence
• Compile prosecution and civil enforcement files in line with relevant procedures, referring cases to Legal Services where appropriate
• Represent the Council at Magistrates Court and Tribunal (Property Chamber)
• Lead on enforcement of housing standards, including Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) and Caravan Site Licensing
• Investigate and enforce breaches of housing legislation, including the Renters Rights Act 2025 and wider landlord and tenant law
• Serve statutory notices and orders, make licensing determinations, commission works in default, and prepare prosecution cases
• Use enforcement powers under the Housing Act 2004 and Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) to address poor housing conditions
• Conduct inspections and licensing of HMOs and other regulated properties
• Regulate protected mobile home sites through Caravan Site Licensing
• Investigate complaints, service requests, and long-term empty properties, using both informal and formal enforcement tools

About You

• Have significant experience in housing enforcement, environmental health, or a related field
• Possess strong knowledge of housing legislation, including the Housing Act 2004 and Renters Rights Act 2025
• Be confident managing complex investigations and legal casework
• Show a strong commitment to improving housing standards and protecting vulnerable residents

To find out more information please contact Lily at (url removed)

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.

Public Health Officer / Practitioner

A rewarding opportunity for a Public Health Officer / Practitioner to support health improvement, population health, community wellbeing and health inequalities programmes.

If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Community Health Practitioner, Public Health Programme Officer, Health Protection Officer, Population Health Office click apply for full job details

Welfare Officer (Medical & Pastoral) - Secondary School - Barnet - September 2026 Start - Full-Time

Are you passionate about supporting young people's physical and emotional wellbeing within an education setting?

Do you have the clinical awareness, calm approach, and interpersonal skills to respond to student health needs, provide first aid care, and support safeguarding and pastoral welfare in a secondary school environment?

Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Barnet seeking to appoint a dedicated Welfare Officer (Medical & Pastoral) from September 2026. This full-time role is ideal for individuals with a background in first aid, healthcare support, nursing, youth work, or school pastoral care who are looking to work within an education-based welfare and safeguarding setting.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school community, playing a key role in managing student medical needs alongside wider wellbeing, attendance, and safeguarding responsibilities.

As a Welfare Officer (Medical & Pastoral), you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day health, welfare, and safety of students across the school.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing first aid and immediate medical support to students and staff when required
• Assessing and responding to minor injuries, illnesses, and medical incidents in line with school procedures
• Maintaining accurate medical and welfare records in accordance with safeguarding and GDPR requirements
• Administering prescribed medication following care plans and school protocols
• Supporting students with ongoing medical conditions (e.g. asthma, epilepsy, allergies, diabetes)
• Acting as a key point of contact for medical and welfare concerns throughout the school day
• Liaising with parents, carers, school nurses, and external health professionals where appropriate
• Supporting safeguarding referrals where medical concerns intersect with student welfare
• Monitoring attendance linked to medical needs and supporting reintegration plans where required
• Promoting student wellbeing, hygiene, and healthy lifestyle awareness across the school
• Supporting the wider pastoral team with vulnerable students and those experiencing emotional distress

The school is seeking a calm, compassionate, and medically aware individual who can confidently manage student welfare in a busy secondary school environment.

You will have:

• A degree or relevant experience working with young people in a secondary school setting
• Valid First Aid qualification (essential or willingness to update immediately)
• Experience supporting secondary school-aged students (Key Stages 3 and 4 essential)
• Experience or understanding of basic medical care, health conditions, or school nursing support
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to remain calm and effective in medical or emergency situations
• A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail in record keeping
• A proactive and caring approach to student welfare and wellbeing

Previous experience in healthcare, nursing support, medical administration, pastoral care, youth work, or school welfare roles is highly desirable but not essential.

• Join a supportive and inclusive secondary school in Barnet
• Play a key role in both medical welfare and pastoral safeguarding support
• Gain valuable experience for careers in nursing, school health services, safeguarding, youth work, or education welfare
• Work alongside experienced pastoral leaders, safeguarding teams, and external health professionals
• Full-time, term-time only role starting September 2026
• Excellent opportunities for training and professional development in school-based healthcare support
• Be part of a school community that prioritises student safety, wellbeing, and holistic care

If you are passionate about supporting young people's health, safety, and wellbeing in an education setting, we would love to hear from you.

For more information, please contact Elizabeth Topley at

4Recruitment Services are seeking a Housing Officer to join our clients Housing Services team based in Rugby.

As a Housing Officer, you will work as part of a multi-functional housing team to provide an effective, seamless and responsive service that supports tenants, sustains tenancies and contributes to the delivery of the Council s housing objectives and wider priorities. You will be responsible for managing a varied caseload and working closely with tenants, colleagues and partner agencies to resolve housing issues, tackle anti-social behaviour, support vulnerable residents and help maintain safe, sustainable communities.

About the role

The Housing Officer will provide a comprehensive housing management service for tenants living in the Council s general needs properties. You will be responsible for a wide range of tenancy management functions, ensuring services are delivered in line with housing legislation, Council policies and procedures, and the Housing Strategy.

You will provide advice, guidance and support to tenants and members of the public through office interviews, home visits, telephone calls, correspondence and email, with a strong emphasis on customer care and service quality.

The postholder will also work closely with internal departments and external partner organisations to help sustain tenancies, support vulnerable tenants, resolve tenancy issues and improve outcomes for residents and communities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Deliver a housing management service to tenants of the Council s general needs properties.
• Provide advice, information and assistance to tenants and members of the public through a range of contact channels, including face-to-face, telephone, email and written correspondence.
• Support new tenants during the settling-in period, including carrying out settling-in visits within four weeks of tenancy start.
• Work with internal teams and external agencies to support tenancy sustainment and coordinate appropriate support packages for tenants.
• Refer tenants to specialist income officers where appropriate for rent support, income maximisation and rent recovery advice.
• Complete income and expenditure assessments with tenants to help ensure they receive all benefits and support they are entitled to.
• Review introductory and flexible tenancies within required timescales and make informed decisions relating to tenancy matters.
• Investigate and process tenancy management requests including transfers, mutual exchanges and succession cases in line with legislation and policy.
• Investigate breaches of tenancy conditions and take appropriate action, including legal action where necessary.
• Manage cases involving anti-social behaviour, neighbour nuisance and tenancy-related disputes, working in partnership with agencies such as the police and social services.
• Prepare case files, witness statements and evidence bundles to support enforcement and court action where required.
• Promote tenant participation, engagement and equality of opportunity across the service.
• Work with residents and partner agencies to develop and maintain community agreements.
• Undertake estate inspections and health and safety checks, ensuring housing stock and communal areas are managed effectively and issues are addressed promptly.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:

• A minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a customer-focused environment.
• An understanding of current housing issues and the local and national political and social context in which local authority housing services operate.
• The ability to encourage and support tenant participation and engagement.
• Confidence in dealing with financial matters, including basic income and expenditure work.
• A full current driving licence and access to a vehicle

A full JD is available upon request.

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.

To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact our Team on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)