Apprentice Environmental Health Practitioner (integrated Degree) Level 6

As an Environmental Health Housing Apprentice, you will collaborate and wrk with colleagues in the Private Housing Service, as well as with other internal departments and external organisations as required, to improve environmental health housing outcomes. Your role will focus on improving standards and conditions in Bristol's private rented sector and supporting the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Environmental Health Housing initiatives.
The knowledge gained on the course will cover a wide area of Environmental Health, whilst the apprentice "skills" standards will be completed with a focus on Environmental Health Housing, however, there will be opportunities to spend some time in other environmental health teams such as food safety, pollution and health and safety to allow for a broader practical understanding. You will learn to apply your professional knowledge and skills in in a broader context in practice.
Link to the course and standards: Environmental Health Practitioner BSc (Hons) (Degree Apprenticeship) - University Centre Weston (ucw.ac.uk)
To be successfully in this role, you will need to have good communication skills and strong interpersonal skills as you will be engaging with a wide range of stakeholders. An understanding of Environmental Health Housing in relation to the Private Housing Sector in Bristol area is a must.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Private Housing Services for an Environmental Health Housing Apprentice. This 4-year apprenticeship program will train you to become a qualified Environmental Health Housing Officer and earn a BSc (Hons) in Environmental Health. It's a unique chance to earn while you learn. We invite applications from enthusiastic and dedicated individuals committed to pursuing a degree. We especially welcome applicants with local community knowledge from Bristol., To apply for an adult apprenticeship you must be aged 16 years or over, at the start of employment. You will need to have studied to A'level with evidence in English and Maths GCSE (grade C, or equivalent) or functional skills level 2.

At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Young People, Black and racially minoritised and Disabled candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.

Why Bristol City Council?
At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working.
Join us and you'll receive membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you'll be working in a supportive environment where you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.