At a Glance
- Tasks: Protect the public and promote fair trade while gaining practical experience.
- Company: Join the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, a vibrant community-focused authority.
- Benefits: Enjoy 32 days annual leave, flexible working, and a generous pension scheme.
- Other info: Hybrid working and excellent career development opportunities await you!
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while learning about trading standards.
- Qualifications: Enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and eager to learn with strong communication skills.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Trading Standards Officer to join us. This is a full‑time, permanent role with hybrid working, and a salary of £30,193 to £34,104 per annum.
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is a unitary authority that prides itself on a dedicated team of professionals committed to delivering high‑quality services to the community. Located near London, RBWM benefits from expanding business sectors and is a major cultural and tourism hub, including attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland, Ascot, and Windsor Racecourse.
Trading Standards Officers protect residents, tackle rogue traders, support honest businesses, and enforce laws covering fair trading and consumer protection. As an Apprentice Trading Standards Officer you will work toward completing a level 6 Trading Standards Professional (TSP) apprenticeship over three years, combining academic study with practical, on‑the‑job experience. The role emphasizes understanding trading standards legislation, with a particular focus on illegal vape‑related activities, and developing the skills to investigate complaints, ensure legal compliance, and safeguard local communities and businesses.
- Study toward completing a level 6 Trading Standards Professional (TSP) apprenticeship over three years.
- Build knowledge of the full breadth of trading standards legislation and gain practical law‑enforcement and administrative experience.
- Develop expertise in illegal vape‑related legislation and enforcement activities.
- Provide support to more experienced officers.
- Contribute to the team’s business plan objectives.
Qualifications and Attributes:
- Enthusiastic about protecting the public and promoting fair trade.
- Curious, detail‑oriented, and willing to learn.
- Strong communicator with good interpersonal skills.
- Capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
- Organised and able to manage study alongside work commitments.
Benefits:
- 32 days annual leave.
- Flexible hybrid working pattern.
- Generous local‑government pension scheme, including life cover and an additional voluntary contribution scheme.
- Free employee parking near the offices.
- Give As You Earn scheme.
- Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.
- Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
- Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including gym memberships and travel deals.
RBWM is an equal opportunities employer. If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces, or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, if you meet the minimum requirements for the role. We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the stated end date.
Apprentice Trading Standards Officer in Maidenhead employer: Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that values leadership and innovation in public service. With a commitment to employee well-being, the council provides generous benefits such as 32 days of annual leave and a robust Local Government Pension scheme, alongside opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team culture. This hybrid role not only allows for flexibility but also places you at the heart of community development, making it a truly rewarding position.
Contact Details:
Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Recruitment Team
