Trading Standards Professional Apprentice

Responsible for managing your own level 6 TSP apprenticeship training and development, to gain and apply a working knowledge of Trading Standards legislation, developing skills and competencies to enable effective enforcement and investigation.

Development, planning, delivery and management of enforcement projects, to ensure Trading Standards enforcement priorities are met.

Lead on investigations and all enforcement activities, including carrying out PACE interviews, preparing notes, statements and prosecution reports and giving evidence in court to comply with the Trading Standards Investigation Protocol.

Responsible for liaising with members of the public and complainants to gather intelligence and provide updates on progress made with enquiries and complaints.

Review and grade intelligence using a threat matrix approach, to ensure the best use of resources.

Training Outcome:

Be a fully qualified Trading Standards Officer.

Employer Description:

At Essex County Council, we look after a large, diverse, complex region of the country. But our approach to creating a place where individuals, families and communities can thrive and prosper is simple.

Working Hours :
Shifts TBC. Classed as an anywhere worker role but will attend the office in Chelmsford, Thurrock or Southend a minimum of 2–3 days per week, with the remaining time for visiting sites and remote working if desired, in line with the organisation’s needs.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Team working