Environmental Heath Apprentice

Support inspections and investigations in the private rented sector to help improve housing standards Assist officers with identifying hazards, gathering evidence, and contributing to enforcement actions Help plan, deliver, and evaluate Environmental Health Housing projects and initiatives Work with colleagues across the Private Housing Service and other council teams to improve health and housing outcomes Communicate with tenants, landlords, and partner organisations to support casework and provide information Review evidence and contribute to audits, reports, and service improvements Spend time with other Environmental Health teams (e.g., food safety, pollution, health & safety) to gain wider experience Attend all apprenticeship training, submit coursework on time, and apply learning in practical settings Follow council policies, complete mandatory training, and work safely and professionally at all times

Training:

Training will be delivered through a mix of on‑the‑job learning within Bristol City Council’s Private Housing Service and off‑the‑job study with the University Centre Weston (UCW), who deliver the Environmental Health Practitioner BSc (Hons) degree apprenticeship.

Where training will take place:

On the job:

Private Housing Service and Accessible Homes teams, Bristol City Council. Work will take place across Bristol, including office-based work and site visits in the private rented sector.

Off the job (university learning) - University Centre Weston (UCW)
University Centre Weston, Knightstone Campus, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 2AL.

Apprentices may need to travel to UCW for taught sessions, workshops, and assessments.

How often training will be:

University teaching typically takes place one day per week during term time (day‑release model) On‑the‑job training happens throughout the week, with structured learning tasks, shadowing, and supervised casework Assessor or mentor meetings will take place regularly, usually monthly, to monitor progress and support development Apprentices are expected to complete coursework, attend all taught sessions, and apply their learning to real work activities

Training Outcome:

On completion of the apprenticeship and BSc (Hons), the apprentice will be able to progress into a qualified Environmental Health Housing Officer role. Experience gained across wider Environmental Health areas also supports progression into roles such as Environmental Health Officer, Private Sector Housing Officer, or other regulatory positions within the council. The role provides a strong foundation for future professional development, including ongoing CPD and potential chartership.

Employer Description:
Bristol City Council is committed to equality and diversity, as both a provider of services to the community and to our employees. Our practices and procedures aim to reflect the varied needs, expectations and culture of all members of our community and our workforce. Please note that if you were to be invited to interview, you will be asked a question on equal opportunities.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with travel across Bristol for visits. Includes one university study day per week. Occasional evening or weekend work may be needed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Presentation skills – ability