Job Introduction
Starting salary for this role is £25,648 (pro rata for part-time colleagues)
This role sits within a well defined pay band, offering clear progression as you grow your career at BCP. Without exception all new starters begin at the entry point of the band, ensuring fairness and consistency across the organisation. Be part of a forward thinking workplace where you’re supported to grow and you can truly #BeTheDifference at BCP.
Internal colleagues are also normally appointed at the bottom of the band, unless moving within the same profession and skill level, where the pay band is the same they can be appointed to the existing pay point.
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Role Purpose
Are you looking to build a professional career in Trading Standards and make a tangible difference to your community?
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated person who is passionate about consumer protection and ready to develop a career in enforcement and regulatory services.
We are recruiting an Apprentice Trading Standards Enforcement Officer to support the enforcement of tobacco and vape legislation while developing the knowledge and skills needed for a career in Trading Standards.
The successful candidate will undertake the Level 6 Trading Standards Professional (Tobacco & Vape) Apprenticeship while working as part of the Trading Standards Team. Although the primary focus of the role will be tobacco and vape compliance, the post will also provide wider exposure to Trading Standards work to support broader professional development.
The post is full-time and will involve both remote-working and working from BCP Civic Centre in Bournemouth with access to other BCP office locations.
Main Responsibilities
This is a varied and rewarding opportunity that will offer valuable experience, professional development, and the chance to contribute to important work that protects local communities.
Duties will include:
- undertaking investigations and enforcement visits
- carrying out test purchase operations to identify non-compliance
- advising and educating businesses
- taking formal action where appropriate, including the seizure of products
- drafting witness statements, preparing reports, and assisting with case file preparation.
You may occasionally be required to work outside normal core hours, including weekend working where necessary.
The Ideal Candidate
We are seeking someone who can demonstrate:
- A natural curiosity and investigative mindset, with strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
- A flexible and adaptable approach, with the ability to learn quickly and respond positively to change.
- The ability to remain calm and professional when dealing with challenging situations.
- The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
To be considered, you will need a commitment to undertaking the study required to successfully complete the Level 6 Apprenticeship
This post is a fixed-term appointment for the duration of the apprenticeship, 24 - 29 months approximately. It includes time within working hours to support completion of the required studies; however, the successful candidate will also be expected to undertake study in their own time
A full UK driving licence and a DBS check are required for this post.
For an informal discussion regarding this opportunity please contact: Hayley Browning Principal Trading Standards Officer on 01202 127225 (hayley.browning@bcpcouncil.gov.uk) or Nananka Randle Licensing and Trading Standards Manager on 01202 128657 (nananka.randle@bcpcouncil.gov.uk)
Details of the level 6 Apprenticeship can be found here Level 6 Trading Standards Professional (Tobacco and Vapes)
Interviews will take place on the 7th & 8th July 2025
Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.
At BCP Council, inclusion is more than a promise – it’s how we work.
We’re committed to providing a fully inclusive recruitment process ensuring every candidate and colleague has the support and reasonable adjustments they need to thrive.
From the moment you apply, through the recruitment process and throughout your career with us, we’ll be here to listen and provide the help and support you need.
It’s why we’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer – and why you can trust that we’ll always do our best to make your experience positive and accessible.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or contact us directly – we’re here to help. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer please see here: Preparing for your interview | Working for BCP
About BCP Council
BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, world-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.
Our Benefits
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DBS
BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Role Profile for more details.
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