Trading Standards Officer – Apprentice (level 6)

Undertake the Level 6 Trading Standards Professional apprenticeship and any additional qualification requirements required by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute’s qualification framework; making sure that all targets are achieved. This may include attending off-site training as needed To work towards being able to undertake the full duties of a Trading Standards Officer, as defined by the 15 duties contained within the Trading Standards Professional apprenticeship standard Under the supervision and guidance of managers, to actively contribute to the work of the trading standards service and its priorities and objectives, in particular but not limited to regulation of vapes, cigarettes and tobacco production Support with enforcing relevant legislation, the carrying out inspections of trading premises and the sampling of products, to ensure that legal requirements are being complied with which will include occasional out of hours working appropriate to grade Provide support, advice and guidance to local businesses to help them develop and grow To actively gather and process intelligence regarding business malpractice, community concerns and breaches of relevant legislation; prioritising complaints and enquiries from businesses and consumers and appropriately respond to/investigate these enquiries, having regard to the Service’s policies Under the supervision and guidance of managers, undertake investigations, investigate complaints and provide relevant advice and assistance to businesses and consumers, attending court to give evidence, if required

Training:

Trading Standards Professional Level 6.

 

Training Outcome:

Our Trainee Trading Standards Officer role is an excellent introduction into a great profession. You’ll develop professional skills and knowledge in our incredibly broad range of regulatory and investigative work.

When you pass the apprenticeship, associated professional qualifications and obtain a post as a Trading Standards Officer, you can expect to earn an initial salary of more than £37,000.

Employer Description:
We're the local authority for Oxfordshire, committed to delivering top quality services and value for money on behalf of the county's 600,000+ residents.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm, 37-hours a week.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience