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Are you looking to kick-start your career in Trading Standards within a shared service across West Berkshire, Bracknell Forest and Wokingham Council's? The Public Protection Partnership is offering an exciting apprenticeship opportunity within our Public Protection Service, where you will learn and work alongside experienced professionals to ensure compliance with trading standards legislation and protect consumers.
The Role
As a Trading Standards Officer Apprentice, There Will Be An Emphasis On Tobacco And Vape Enforcement. You Will Also Be Supported To Learn To Undertake a Range Of Enforcement And Compliance Activities, Including
* Investigating complaints and breaches of trading standards legislation
* Conducting inspections and audits of businesses
* Gathering evidence and preparing reports
* Providing advice and guidance to traders
* Participating in enforcement actions, such as seizures and prosecutions
You will work under the guidance of experienced Trading Standards Officers, who will mentor you throughout your apprenticeship. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and develop the skills necessary to become a qualified Trading Standards Officer.
The apprenticeship you will complete is the Level 6 Trading Standards Professional Apprenticeship (CSA).
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:
* A keen interest in Trading Standards and consumer protection
* Good communication skills, both written and verbal
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* Attention to detail and ability to analyse information
* Full driving licence and access to a vehicle
No prior experience is necessary, as this apprenticeship is designed for individuals who are eager to learn and develop their skills. However, a positive attitude and willingness to take on challenges are essential.
Benefits
West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:
* Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 08.00-21.00
* Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
* Generous Local Government pension scheme
* Family friendly policies
* A range of local discounts
* Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
* You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years service.
In addition to the above benefits, you will be working in a supportive and inclusive environment, dedicated to making a positive difference in the community.
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment
If you would like to learn more about this role, please contact Lisa Brown on 01635 519132 or Kevin Thompson on 01635 519703 or email kevin.thompson@westberks.gov.uk.
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Equal Opportunities
The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
How To Apply
Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.
This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016; the requirement to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English applies.
All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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