At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to tackle illegal tobacco and vape sales while supporting local businesses.
- Company: Dynamic council team dedicated to protecting consumers and promoting public health.
- Benefits: Generous leave, pension scheme, health initiatives, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Comprehensive training provided with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while gaining valuable skills and experience.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in Maths and English, plus one A-level or equivalent qualification.
The predicted salary is between 14700 - 25000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has become available to join our Trading Standards Team as an Apprentice Trading Standards Officer (Tobacco and Vapes). In this role, you will play a key part in tackling illegal and underage sales of tobacco and vaping products, while supporting businesses to comply with a wide range of regulations designed to protect consumers, particularly children and young people.
Previous Trading Standards experience is not required, but you will need an abundance of can do attitude and a proven ability to overcome challenges. We are looking for a motivated individual with the commitment and dedication to successfully complete the Level 6 Trading Standards Professional (Tobacco and Vape) Apprenticeship. You will receive comprehensive on-the-job training across all areas of Trading Standards, delivered by our experienced, supportive, and knowledgeable team, but principally the role will revolve around action to prevent illegal sales of tobacco and vapes.
You should be educated to GCSE level or equivalent with Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above and also have one A-level or Level 3 qualification e.g. apprenticeship standard Level 3, BTEC or T level. Predicted grades will be accepted at the application stage, but confirmation/certificates will need to be provided before any job offer is made.
As this role is public facing, applicants will need to demonstrate, at interview, their competency to converse and provide advice and guidance to members of the public, in spoken English to CEFR level C2: Can express themselves spontaneously at length with a natural conversational flow, avoiding or backtracking around any difficulty so smoothly that the person with whom they are conversing is hardly aware of it.
Hybrid working arrangements are available for this role. Each role at CYC is different and your working arrangements will be determined based on the requirements of the role and in collaboration with you and your needs as part of the recruitment process. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team.
The Council is committed to investing in the talent and wellbeing of our staff and can offer a generous annual leave allowance, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, comprehensive Health & Wellbeing initiatives and a reward package which recognises your contribution. We can offer flexible working practices, community engagement and volunteer activities and, as part of our commitment to you, promote continuous Learning & Development. In addition we also offer a growing range of discounts, rewards and savings.
For further information or an informal discussion please contact Matt Boxall, Head of Public Protection.
Closing date: Sunday 2 August 2026 at 12 midnight. Interview date: Week commencing 10 or 17 August 2026.
Apprentice Trading Standards Officer (Tobacco and Vapes) employer: City of York Council
City of York Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises the professional growth of its employees. With flexible hybrid working arrangements and a strong focus on health and wellbeing, this role not only allows you to make a meaningful impact on children's lives but also ensures a balanced and fulfilling work experience.
