Student Trading Standards Officer (Apprenticeship)

Barnsley Council; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnsley Council is offering an exciting apprenticeship opportunity for a Student Trading Standards Officer. This role involves supporting the introduction of new legislation while receiving comprehensive training across various trading standards areas. Ideal candidates will possess a Level 3 qualification and GCSEs in English and Maths, with a commitment to personal development and teamwork. Join a council that values diversity and supports its employees with flexible working arrangements and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Employee discounts

Support for health and wellbeing

Opportunities for training and development

Qualifications

• Proven ability and willingness to study and develop skills.
• Must complete Level 6 Trading Standards Professional Apprenticeship.
• Prepared to undertake functional skills if lacking GCSE English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Support the introduction of new tobacco and vapes legislation.
• Receive training in various trading standards areas.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Flexibility

Motivation

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 accredited qualification

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

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Position reference: 50141650

Salary: £ 27,711- £33,366 (Career Grade)

Working Arrangements: Agile working

Hours per week: 37

Contract type: Fixed until 29/06/2029

We are happy to talk flexible working arrangements with you, please get in touch .

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Closing date: 13/06/2025 at 23:59

The successful candidate will be required to speak English to an appropriate standard.

This post requires a Basic Criminal Record Check

Prospective employees will be required to give a reasonable account of any significant periods (6 months or more in the past 3 years) of time living abroad.

When applying, please ensure you are prepared to start work with all the necessary legal documents, such as a valid visa, relevant to the type of work you will be undertaking. Please be aware that our organisation does not possess a Home Office license and, as a result, is unable to provide sponsorship for anyone seeking a visa as a skilled or temporary migrant worker.

At Barnsley Council you can start a career that makes a real difference to people’s lives, helping our council and residents to be the best they can be.

We’re an award-winning council and one of the biggest employers in the borough, supporting around 243,000 people. We put people at the heart of everything we do, and that includes our employees. As part of the team, we offer lots of benefits and rewards to support you to thrive and grow, like flexible working, employee discounts, support for your health and wellbeing, and opportunities for training and development to grow your career and develop your skills.

There’s so much happening in our thriving borough, and now’s the perfect time to join our excellent Public Healthteam as we work to make Barnsley the place of possibilities.

• We’re an award-winning team and one of the biggest employers in the borough supporting around 243,000 people.
• Working at Barnsley Council means being part of a team that makes a real difference to people’s lives, where you can develop the skills you need to make change happen.
• If you join the team you’ll receive great pay alongside an excellent pension scheme. With flexible working we’ll also support your work/life balance, helping you to adjust your hours and take time off when you need it.
• We’ll help you to develop your career and grow your skills with opportunities for training and development.
• There’s so much happening in our thriving borough and your talent and skills will help us make Barnsley the place of possibilities .
• Key to our success is working with our residents, partners, businesses and organisations and building these partnerships to bring about change in Barnsley.
  
  

About The Post

An exciting opportunity has arisen in Regulatory Services. We are seeking applicants for the role of Student Trading Standards Officer. With the imminent introduction of the new tobacco and vapes legislation, this role has been specifically created to support this work, although you will be given training across the areas of trading standards which fit with your apprenticeship modules – including product safety, food and feed standards, scams and weights and measures.

What You’ll Need

We are looking for a flexible and highly motivated individual able to work on their own initiative and as part of a team. You will need to demonstrate a proven ability and willingness to study, develop your skills and successfully complete the Level 6 Trading Standards Professional Apprenticeship, which is a condition of this employment.

To join us you’ll need a Level 3 accredited qualification, along with GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths. If you don’t have GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths, you’ll be prepared to do the function skills alongside the apprenticeship.

A lot to look forward to

Here at Barnsley, we live and work by four important values: honesty, teamwork, excellent service, and taking pride in what we do. As part of our team, you can be sure we’ll do all we can to support you in being truly excellent. You see, we prioritise learning and enabling you to achieve your potential. This post has a clear career path to you becoming a Trading Standards Officer.

Student TSO Placement Details

The apprenticeship is delivered by CSA through a mix of online and face to face sessions. To support your learning on the jobs training will be provided and as you progress and develop you will be allocated your own work load.

To arrange an informal discussion, please e-mail [e-mail] . Christina is the Trading Standards Service Manager.

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We welcome the opportunity to have a chat about the role and are happy to address any questions you may have about flexible working arrangements, including as a result of caring responsibilities.

We're committed to creating a workplace where differences are valued and everyone truly feels able to be themselves. If you have any support needs during the recruitment process, please let us know.

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At Barnsley Council, we believe in second chances and value diversity. Our recruitment process is inclusive, and we welcome applicants with past convictions. We're committed to fairness and do not discriminate. Join us in building a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. #InclusiveHiring #SecondChances"

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