We are looking to recruit the next generation of Trading Standards Officers to join our
Trading Standards team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to study for a qualification in Trading Standards, working
in the job and developing your professional skills while earning a salary.
As a Trading Standards Apprentice you will undertake the four-year CSA Trading
Standards Level 6 apprenticeship training programme. When you are not in classroom
studies your learning and development will be supported by our experienced Trading
Standards Officers who will help you to develop your professional skills, knowledge
and enforcement experience.
You will qualify as a Trading Standards Professional capable of working across various
disciplines which, depending on the option module chosen (based on service needs),
may include Product Safety, Food, Feed, or Weights and Measures. This role comes
with a strong emphasis in learning the law in relation tobacco and nicotine products
and enforcement.
In Trading Standards our work is varied, no two days are the same. You will be involved
in a wide range of activities and projects, ensuring a fair, safe and legal trading
environment. As a member of the team, you will assist in routine inspections, advising
businesses, underage test purchase operations, investigating complaints and criminal
investigations.
As you progress through the training programme and develop your competencies you
will undertake your own investigations and other enforcement activities including
taking witness statements and writing prosecution reports.
About you:
The successful candidate must be committed to complete the four-year study
programme.
You will be self-motivated with an inquiring mind and be passionate about making a
difference to people’s lives.
You must hold GCSE passes in English and Maths and one other subject at Grade
4-9 or equivalent and two A-level passes / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
If successful you must be able to take up the position by the 30th June 2025
This role is subject to enhanced vetting check.
You must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.
It is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we’re looking forward to hearing from you.
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Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.
We therefore welcome applications from all residents of the borough, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are entering the employment market in the early stages of their career and mid-career professionals, who are currently underrepresented in Ealing’s workforce.
Please note all applications will be determined on merit.
If this opportunity appeals to you, we look forward to receiving your application.
If you would like to discuss the role please contact Johanna Foley, Trading Standards Team Leader at foleyj@ealing.gov.uk
This is an apprenticeship role and applicants are asked to address the criteria for Grade A (Grade 5) 1-12 in the person specification only.
