Trading Standards Apprentice

You will: 

Assist with the enforcement of rules regulating vapes and tobacco, including the supply of illegal/illicit products Be a supporting member of a demand team to respond to complaints and enquires from the public and businesses Carry out intelligence led project work including basic visits and informal sampling as may be required to business premises to ensure compliance with legislation Support Trading Standards Officers with enforcement action when necessary, including involvement in Criminal Investigations, test purchases, seizure of goods, taking witness statements, PACE interviews, and giving evidence in Court as required Be a key member of our ‘frontline team’ with responsibility to receive and process incoming ‘demand’ into the system

Training:
Suffolk County Council – Landmark House, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 5PF - Hybrid You will have a minimum of 6 hours off the job for training each week which may be completed in the office or at home



Training Outcome:

 
Trading Standards Officer

Employer Description:
ABOUT US As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities. In return, you’ll enjoy: up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase training and encouragement to expand your knowledge a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation diverse and active staff networks flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day plus more! If you would like to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday usually between 9.00am to 5.00pm, subject to local agreement.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative