Job Description
Student Environmental Health Officer (Apprenticeship)
Pay: Apprentice grade (Scale 5 - £32,535 - £33,987 per annum)
About Us
Newham is a vibrant inner-city borough with excellent transport links to the rest of London and South-East England, including Kent, Essex, Surrey and Middlesex. With an ethnically diverse population there are up to 220 languages being spoken in the area. Proud to be home to one of the youngest and most diverse cultures across the country, Newham is an exciting and challenging borough that is committed to putting people at the heart of everything we do.
The Borough boasts iconic landmarks such as, Green Street, the Olympic Park, Excel centre, Westfield Shopping Centre and the University of East London. Newham is changing rapidly, benefiting from significant investment, creating new jobs, homes and opportunities for all.
This is an exciting opportunity to forge a career in Environmental Health in a forward looking borough. Our 4 year paid apprenticeship programme offers bespoke training and work experience leading to qualification as an Environmental Health Practitioner. You will be based in the Food safety and Health & Safety teams but will be able to cross-train with other regulatory functions in the Council. This career path is currently in short supply nationally and as such offers excellent
employment prospects for the future.
About You
You must be someone who is ambitious, innovative and presents a strong level of interpersonal skills, whilst sharing the same values as we do. With such a diverse pattern of work across the various environmental health disciplines, you will be confident in explaining legislation and procedures to people from all backgrounds, with an attention to detail and ability to analyse and solve problems with sustainable solutions.
About the Job
This apprenticeship opportunity requires you to be committed to the full 4-year term of learning, demonstrating an ambition to develop your career in environmental health by excelling in your duties within Newham’s Licencing & Regulatory Services.
To qualify for the apprenticeship you will need:
Grade 4 / C or above in English and Maths GCSE (or other level 2 equivalent)
96 UCAS points (typically at grades CCC – A level or level 3 equivalent)
Minimum of one science or technology based subject at A level (see JD for more info)
How to Apply
With a broad understanding of environmental health disciplines within local government, your application will also benefit from displaying knowledge in the following.
Carrying out inspections and investigations
Following a procedure when dealing with complaints
Ability to demonstrate patience and calmness in stressful situations
Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills
For an informal conversation about this position feel free to contact Tokunboh Adeyemo (Assistant Director - Public Protection) on 0203 3733361 .
Please view JD here
The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 17 th August 2026 , however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early.
You will be notified if your application has been successful. Interviews are scheduled for Friday 21 st August 2026.
Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770
Additional Information
We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us.
The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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