Trading Standards Apprentice
Trading Standards Apprentice
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Job Description
- Suffolk County Council Landmark House Ipswich Suffolk IP1 5PF - Hybrid
- 27711 per annum (pro rata if part time)
- 37 Hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Fixed Term Apprenticeship (Up to March 2029)
When you join the Suffolk Trading Standards team as a Trading Standards Apprentice well support your development from the start. Well help you to play to your strengths diversify your skills and build an influential and impactful career. Youll be a key part of our work focussing on tackling the supply of illegal vapes and tobacco but also supporting the work of the whole Trading Standards you are motivated and passionate theres no limit to how far your ambition could take you.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
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.
Your apprenticeship
- Level 6 Trading Standards Professional Apprenticeship
- 29 months (24 Months for learning delivery plus 5 months for End Point Assessment)
We welcome apprenticeship applications from all ages and backgrounds. Theres no upper age limit - its never too late to start developing new skills. We want to provide opportunities for anyone interested in launching or advancing their career.
The apprenticeship youre applying for must build on your qualifications. If you have experience in this field the apprenticeship youre applying for must be at a higher level.
During the apprenticeship youll be working towards the role described in these materials Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx) and the Apprenticeship Recruitment Brochure (). They hold a range of information. You will have the opportunity to receive hands-on training and pursue certification.
Completing your apprenticeship does not guarantee a full-time position. However we are dedicated to helping you find a job. You will have priority access when you apply for vacancies. This applies during the final 3 months of your contract.
You will need
- Good communication skills both verbal and written with an ability to be able to use appropriate vocabulary for a range of target audiences
- To be able to collaborate well work in a team and provide support and assistance to others.
- An ability to be able to work independently be self-motivated and able to progress through a supported training apprenticeship
- To be creative in relation to problem solving and willing to put forward new ideas
- To have a sound understanding of customer service principles and practices
- To be able to record detail accurately and follow appropriate legal procedures and codes of practice.
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
Trading Standards is a law enforcement service enforcing over 80 different Acts of Parliament covering areas including food safety fraud animal health safety of products underage sales and illicit tobacco and vapes as well as protecting vulnerable consumers from doorstep rogue traders and scams. Officers work with businesses and consumers within the community to make a real difference to peoples lives whilst working to make Suffolk a Rogue-Free County.
You will be part of one of three demand teams reporting to a Principal Trading Standards Officer. All teams are multi-functional and can enforce all aspects of the work of Trading Standards. The Service is forward thinking and applies Systems Thinking Principles to deliver excellent customer service and staff are encouraged to contribute creative ideas to continually learn and improve.
Empowering Everyone
Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
Please contact Mary Strang or Nousha Meek (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 0 or 0or emailing or .
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx)
Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing or calling 0. If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date:11.30pm 11 June 2025
Interview date : 24 and 26 June 2025
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
Employment Type
Full-Time
