Apprentice – Forensic Administrator
This is an exciting apprenticeship opportunity to join Thames Valley Police as an Apprentice Forensic Administrator. You will be working as part of the Forensic Investigation Unit to provide an administrative service which supports the organisational requirements to bring offenders to justice.
To develop you as an efficient and effective Administrator you will undertake the Business Administrator apprenticeship. You will receive structured off the job development, supported by workplace learning and mentoring. As you develop your skills, your role will be to provide administrative support within the Forensic Investigation Unit (FIU) ensuring the integrity and continuity of forensic / biometric evidence and presenting a professional interface between FIU and its customers.
The duties will include the handling, quality assurance, documenting and recording onto computerised systems of forensic exhibits, including biometric samples and updating the results achieved. Dealing with incoming and outgoing post/dispatches and where necessary the movement of exhibits for onward transmission and carrying out general clerical duties such as call handling, filing, faxing, minute taking, typing, ordering, invoicing and photocopying.
The successful applicant must be aged 18 or over and will possess a good standard of education, alongside the desire to have a career in Business Administration. Good interpersonal and communication skills are required along with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet tight deadlines. They will need to demonstrate a willingness to work as part of a team.
The successful candidate may be expected to undertake the established psychological screening process. Along with all other posts in Force Crime, Intelligence and Specialist Operations Departments, this role will require an enhanced level of vetting.
The hours of work are 8am to 4pm, Monday to Thursday, 0800 – 1530 Friday.
This is a permanent position with Thames Valley Police. The apprenticeship is aimed at those who are not experienced in the provision of Business Administration and/or have not achieved qualifications in this field.
If you have any queries please contact People Services Recruitment Department on 0845 2 66 66 77 (internal 301 6500) quoting reference 15843.
The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 16th June 2019.
As part of the Thames Valley Police family you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including 22-30 days annual leave per annum (plus Bank Holidays), flexible working conditions, performance related pay increases, a wide range of lifestyle discounts, career development opportunities and have the option to join a local government pension scheme. To view a full list of our benefits, please click the below link.
At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities. Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission. As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.
Working Smart. You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day. In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce.
Supporting You. Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do. Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives. We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card. Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.
Developing You. We promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential.
Valuing Difference. We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference. Learn more about how we are Valuing Difference.
Vetting. All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.
This opportunity is closed to applications.