Student Environmental Protection Officer

Student Environmental Protection Officer
Location: Blackpool
Contract: Fixed term / Training role (with progression opportunity)
Salary: Trainee Env health officer 

The Role

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Student Environmental Health Officer to join our Environmental Protection Service.

You will need to meet the essential criteria for a Degree Apprenticeship at Leeds University as part of the role. 
You will work under the supervision of experienced Environmental Protection Officers, supporting the delivery of statutory environmental health and public protection functions while continuing to develop professional competence.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with investigations, inspections, and enforcement activities across Environmental Protection functions
Support delivery of statutory duties relating to environmental health and public protection
Collect evidence, draft reports, correspondence, and notices as required
Engage professionally with residents, businesses, and partner agencies
Apply academic learning to practical casework within a supervised environment
Maintain accurate records in line with service procedures

About You
You will be committed to developing a career in Environmental health specialising in Environmental Protection and demonstrate:

Completion of a Degree Apprenticeship in Environmental Health
A clear interest in regulatory and enforcement work
Strong communication, organisational, and analytical skills
Professionalism, integrity, and a willingness to learn
Ability to work effectively within a team and with external partners

What We Offer

A structured development pathway into a professional Environmental Health Officer role
Supervised experience to consolidate academic learning into practice
Supportive management and mentoring from experienced officers
A positive working environment with opportunities for progression
The chance to make a real difference to public health and environmental outcomes

Our Commitment
We are committed to developing our workforce and recognise the value of growing talent . This role supports succession planning and offers a strong foundation for a future career in Environmental Health .

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